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The Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative is a community movement in Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties, SC, committed to improving educational outcomes for ALL students.

Using data and focused community collaboration across a continuum from “cradle-to-career,” TCCC works to build and implement strategies that will facilitate widespread systemic change, with the ultimate goal of increased student success and economic prosperity for all.

Families, students, educators, administrators, nonprofits, businesses, school districts, colleges, churches and other civic and philanthropic groups and service providers have joined as partners in this movement, and others are encouraged to get involved.

Position Overview

 The Opportunity

A national movement has been building all across the country, rooted in a shared commitment to improved educational outcomes for all our children. By bringing together a wide range of partners—not just families and educators from early childhood, K-12 and higher education, but also businesses, government entities, philanthropy and nonprofits – these communities are transforming the way they work together across often siloed sectors to achieve better outcomes for every child, especially the most vulnerable and disadvantaged.

In 2012, a group of regional leaders joined forces to create the Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative (TCCC), which brings together partners from across the region to address large-scale social issues surrounding education. TCCC is a community movement in Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties, committed to improving educational outcomes for ALL students. Using data and focused community collaboration across a continuum from “cradle-to-career,” TCCC works to build and implement strategies that will facilitate widespread systemic change, with the ultimate goal of increased student success and economic prosperity.

The Board of TCCC has launched a search for a CEO to build on the considerable work achieved to date. The incoming CEO will have the opportunity to expand capacity regionally to further accelerate the progress of local communities in the improvement of educational outcomes across the tri-county area.

The Position

The incoming CEO will join a team that is proud to serve such a critical mission and fully committed to implementing the goals of the organization. The CEO will work closely with the Board of Directors to develop and cultivate relationships and will lead cross-sector collaborations in using data and metrics as elements of a highly disciplined approach to inform decision-making. The CEO will grow the Collaborative by encouraging new stakeholders to align their work around TCCC goals and encourage investors to align human capital and financial investments in support of the evidence-based strategies of the organization. Along with the Board of Directors, the CEO will establish short and long-range action plans, timelines and strategies to ensure the TCCC meets established goals and objectives. Other responsibilities include fundraising, board stewardship, public relations and outreach, financial oversight and staff management.

The Ideal Candidate

Experience: The ideal candidate to become CEO of TCCC will offer…

· Experience with results-based leadership; experience with collective impact and large-scale constructive change is a plus.

· The gravitas to enlist other leaders in service to the mission while relating well to all stakeholders.

· A record of considerable success working through a network of relationships and strategic partners to achieve a specific goal.

· A strategic perspective, combined with clear respect for the power of data — both quantitative and qualitative.

· An authentic leadership style, preferably born of a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; someone whose personal journey informs the commitment to our mission.

· Superior communication skills, whatever the medium; genuine comfort in an external-facing role; the ease of a natural relationship-builder.

· Experience in developing donors and raising funds to support an organization. Not afraid to ask for money.

· An understanding of the public education system and a passion for improving the lives of children.

· A pervasive commitment to data-driven decision-making; a results-oriented leadership style.

Culture: Our CEO should be…

· A well-organized, systems thinker genuinely passionate about improving educational outcomes.

· A mission-driven proponent of continuous improvement.

· Tenacious in the face of intractable challenges.

· A true servant leader, ambitious for the mission rather than for oneself.

· A discerning listener who understands our local culture and history.

· Experienced in managing ambiguity.

· Respectful of the power of diversity and persuasive in eliminating disparities.

· Respectful of team members’ expertise and committed to their personal development.

· A natural delegator who embraces transparency.

· A senior colleague people enjoy working with.

Our Community

Consistently named among Condé Nast Traveler’s top 10 US destinations, Charleston, South Carolina is a world-class city. Beautifully preserved historic sites, outstanding resorts and recreational facilities, and its premier waterfront location attract millions of visitors and new residents to the Charleston area each year. With a mild year-round climate, miles of beaches and waterways, a burgeoning young professional scene and several up‐and-coming neighborhoods, the region is thriving, even during difficult economic times. This influx of diverse people of all ages, backgrounds, and origins also sustains an incredible array of world cuisine, shopping, and cultural amenities rarely found in markets of similarly sized communities. The Tri‐County region is also home to several colleges and universities, which greatly influence the vibrancy and diversity of the community. Growth in the economy has been spurred by the recent addition of The Boeing Company, along with a growing number of high tech and entrepreneurial companies.

Qualifications

Required

A bachelor’s degree or higher, management experience and the ability to demonstrate success in leadership roles.

Preferred

Significant senior management experience in a non-profit or NGO (including leading a small internal team and a large, diverse board) and/or a track record of leading large-scale social change initiatives.

How To Apply

Applications

To apply, please send a compelling letter/case statement describing why you have an interest in this position and making the case that you are the best person to lead this initiative. Letters should not exceed three pages. Please also attach a resume that outlines relevant qualifications and experience, and your availability. All applications will be confidential.

Coastal Community Foundation is leading the CEO search. All applications should be submitted to ceosearch@coastalcommunityfoundation.org. The deadline for submission is Thursday, January 31, 2019 at 11:59 p.m.

If you have any questions, please contact David Galvin at ceosearch@coastalcommunityfoundation.org.

The NEA Foundation is a public charity founded by educators for educators to improve public education for all students. Since our beginning in 1969, the Foundation has served as a laboratory of learning, offering funding and other resources to public school educators, their schools, and districts to solve complex teaching and learning challenges. We believe that when educators unleash their own power, ideas, and voices, communities, schools, and students all benefit. In 2019, we are celebrating 50 years of keeping the promise of public education.

A dynamic public education system is more important than ever — students from all backgrounds rely on it to prepare themselves for college, career, and beyond. Everything the NEA Foundation does is in service to students, to provide them the excellent public education they deserve. We accomplish this through grants to improve classroom instruction, by supporting educators’ professional growth, and by collaborating with groups, including unions, who share our goals.

To achieve our mission, we invest in initiatives that support high-quality instruction and provide critical resources to boost student learning.

Position Overview

At the NEA Foundation, a leading national charity founded by educators for educators, we believe that when educators unleash their own power, ideas and voices, communities, schools and students all benefit. We seek an outstanding communications professional with 7 to 10 years of progressive experience and a passion for public education for the role of Vice President of Communications.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Vice President of Communications sets and guides the organization’s communications strategy, positioning the Foundation as a leader and trusted source amongst education stakeholders. The ability to think and plan strategically, and to execute on those plans will be a key attribute for success in this role.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Leading the development, execution, and evaluation of a strategic marketing and communications plan that aligns with and advances the Foundation’s strategic priorities.
2. Leading external communications and media relations efforts of the Foundation.
3. Ensuring an effective digital presence for the Foundation, including social media and web content. Uses analytics to evaluate and enhance performance
4. Managing internal communications aimed at ensuring that Board and staff are well informed about the Foundation’s work.
5. Ensuring the quality and consistency of Foundation materials, overseeing the development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral.
6. Supervising and mentoring the work a communications manager. Recruiting and managing outside consultants.

A full job description follows.

Visit www.neafoundation.org for more information on the Foundation.

Salary is $105-$115K, depending on experience, and an excellent benefits package.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:  Vice President of Communications  Direct Report to:  Chief Operating Officer

Summary:  The Vice President of Communications sets and guides the organization’s communications strategy, positioning the Foundation as a leader and trusted source amongst its stakeholders. The position requires the ability not only to think and plan strategically, but to execute on those plans and deliver communications that present the mission, objectives and programs of the NEA Foundation in compelling ways to a variety of audiences while deepening public understanding of the Foundation’s work. The Vice President of Communications is the brand architect, chief strategist for internal and external communications, including the Foundation’s digital presence. S/he serves as a key spokesperson and media contact for the Foundation and supports the CEO with key external communications activities.

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Leads development, execution, and evaluation of a strategic marketing communications plan that aligns with and advances the Foundation’s strategic priorities:

• Works with CEO and COO to ensure deep understanding of organizational strategic direction and top priorities and the related communications needs.
• Collaborates with programmatic leads to define high priority communications objectives (long-range and annual) and to identify programmatic learnings and successes that should be shared externally.
• Collaborates with development lead to connect communications and fundraising strategy to support short and long-term fundraising goals. Identifies ways to capitalize on programmatic achievements for fundraising success.
• Meets defined measures of success established in partnership with relevant program leads and the COO. Monitors and evaluates communications strategies.

2. Leads external communications and media relations efforts of the Foundation:

• Serves as a key spokesperson, primary media contact, and lead strategist.
• Cultivates relationships with media networks – print, TV, radio and digital.
• Oversees media research, outreach and interview requests. Prepares interviewees as needed for media contact.
• Supports the CEO’s participation in key external communications activities (speeches, presentations, etc.)
• Ensures an effective digital presence for the Foundation, including social media and web content. Uses analytics to evaluate and enhance performance
• Represents the Foundation at conferences, symposia, and meetings as needed.

3. Oversees internal communications program aimed at ensuring that Board and staff are well informed about the Foundation’s work.

• Institutes and maintains practices that ensure internal audiences understand the Foundation’s work and core messages.
• Ensures Board and staff are “first to know” about key communications.
• Guides key Board communications, including an electronic newsletter.
• Develops and ensures adherence to communication policies and protocols.
• Provides technical training/assistance on communications when necessary.

4. Ensures the quality and consistency of Foundation materials, overseeing the development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral and the Foundation’s web site.

5. Supervises and mentors a communications manager. Recruits and manages outside consultants as needed.

6. Maintains and develops one’s own professional skills and knowledge.

Qualifications

1. Minimum of 7 to 10 years progressive experience in communications, public relations or public affairs, media, corporate communications, or advocacy communications.

2. Master’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism or a related field is highly desirable.

3. Strong leadership skills with ability to lead communications discussions at both a strategic and tactical level.

4. Demonstrated success creating and implementing a strategic communications plan. Experience with organizational branding.

5. A compelling storyteller with outstanding writing/editing skills. Articulate speaker with ability to serve as spokesperson for the Foundation.

6. Proven ability to conceptualize, plan and manage the delivery of effective messaging for multiple audiences.

7. Experienced media relations professional with demonstrated success placing stories. Proficient in web-based and social communications strategies.

8. Ability to develop and manage budgets

9. Commitment to and passion for public education as well as familiarity with the nonprofit sector and its role in social change.

10. Self-starter, able to work independently and collaboratively. Thrives on managing multiple initiatives concurrently.

How To Apply

For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume to neafhr@nea.org and note VP of Communications in your subject line.

The California Health Care Foundation (CHCF) is dedicated to advancing meaningful, measurable improvements in the way the health care delivery system provides care to the people of California, particularly those with low incomes and those whose needs are not well served by the status quo. We work to ensure that people have access to the care they need, when they need it, at a price they can afford. CHCF’s work is oriented around three goals, each staffed by a team at the foundation:

1.    Improving access to coverage and care for low-income Californians

2.    Ensuring high-value care

3.    Laying the foundations

Position Overview

The High-Value Care Team

We improve the health of low-income Californians by reducing their chances of receiving unwanted, ineffective, and unnecessary care. We focus on issues based on their broad population impact or high cost to the system as a whole. Currently, we are working to improve quality and cost in the following areas:

• Care for people with complex needs, including mental illness and substance use disorder
• Maternity care: improving the health of mothers and babies by reducing unnecessary interventions and delivering appropriate care
• Serious illness and end-of-life care, including expanding access to palliative care

Position Overview

The senior program officer (SPO) will build, manage, and monitor a portfolio of grant programs aligned with the foundation’s strategy around behavioral health integration for low-income Californians, with a focus on improving outcomes for people with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorder. (See our website for more detailed information). This position has the potential to assume responsibilities in other areas over time.

This is a full-time exempt position and reports to the director of the High-Value Care team.

Primary Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the HVC team and other partners, lead work that integrates behavioral and physical health care to improve care for patients with complex needs. Approaches include:
  • Build and maintain expertise in the fields of behavioral health integration and complex care. Develop relationships with colleagues working in these arenas in California and nationally to understand practice and policy issues, barriers, and solutions, and cultivate partners to help drive change. Keep abreast of key trends and activities in the California health care environment, specifically as they pertain to the HVC portfolio.
  • Develop strategies to achieve foundation goals, using the levers of philanthropy: identifying evidence-based clinical models, deploying policy solutions to support spread of these models in the delivery system, finding reimbursement options to ensure sustainability, ensuring data and measures are available to drive improvement efforts, and supporting workforce development.
  • Use these strategies to develop a portfolio of projects to advance the goals, including work to seed and spread innovations in the delivery system and the policy arena, and work to research, evaluate, and share best practices. Projects require working with potential grantees to develop proposals (scopes of work, budgets, workplans), preparing proposals for internal peer review (requiring concise and compelling writing), and ongoing communications and oversight of the project, all while learning and correcting course when needed. The following examples in the High-Value Care portfolio illustrate the type of work the program officer would develop and oversee:

• • • Delivery system improvements. Work with the Transitions Clinic Network to improve care for people leaving incarceration: technical assistance, training, and coaching to help 25 California clinics implement a program integrating community health workers onto care teams.
    • Policy. Support a consulting firm to provide technical assistance for the implementation of the Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System, and commission publications to share progress.
    • Payment. Design and launch a learning collaborative with health plans and palliative care providers to develop mechanisms to grow and support outpatient palliative care.
    • Convenings. Work with other funders to support a task force to provide recommendations on improving maternal mental health.
    • Program-related investments. Work with the CHCF Innovation Fund team to invest in Quartet, a company working to improve coordination of care between behavioral health and primary care.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to disseminate the results of projects through publications, social media, convenings, or other outlets and to align work with CHCF’s policy priorities. This involves writing blog articles, commissioning work, developing content, editing drafts, and working with External Engagement colleagues to release high-quality publications.
  • Participate in and present lessons learned at local, state, and national meetings and conferences.

• Respond to requests for information and assistance, troubleshoot, and connect people to resources.
• Contribute to the overall success of CHCF through foundation-wide activities and improvement teams (recent examples include deploying a new grants administration system and developing systems to measure progress on bodies of work).
• Based on the needs of the organization, lead new or existing work in other topic areas within High-Value Care.

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess most of the following:

• Master’s degree in related field.
• At least seven years of project management, operations, or applied research experience in health organizations; behavioral health system experience a plus.
• Excellent writing, editing, analytical, and oral communication skills, including the ability to collect, review, synthesize, and present information and findings, translating complex ideas into clear, easy-to-understand concepts.
• Demonstrated experience independently developing and managing complex projects: setting goals, developing strategies, managing tasks, tracking workplans and measuring outcomes, adjusting as needed based on progress. Ability to translate concepts into actions, with the courage to take calculated risks.
• Learning orientation with the ability to adapt quickly to change; strong appetite for complexity, and tolerance for uncertainty.
• Ability to multitask and to meet deadlines, as well as demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities; strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time.

To Apply

To apply for a position at CHCF, please submit your interest via our online application system. Unless otherwise noted, we will accept resumes until a position is filled, and we will try to let you know the status of your application in a timely manner. Candidates passing the initial screen will be asked to submit writing samples prior to interviews.

This position is based in our Oakland office.

The California Health Care Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Organization

We are a family foundation that is guided by the enduring business philosophy and personal values of Lucile and David Packard, who helped found one of the world’s leading technology companies.

We invest in effective organizations and leaders, collaborate with them to identify strategic solutions, and support them over time to reach common goals.

We aim to create a workplace culture and pursue policies and practices that demonstrate how we value diversity, equity, and inclusion.

About

Organizational Effectiveness (OE) OE aims to increase the effectiveness of grantee leaders, organizations, and networks, enhancing their capacity to achieve their mission. One core belief has driven Organizational Effectiveness since the program began in 1983: Organizations are more effective when they are equipped with thoughtful strategy, strong leadership, and sound operations.

OE funding helps leaders, organizations, and networks strengthen their fundamentals, so they can focus on achieving their missions. OE invests in current Foundation grantees to grow in areas like strategic and business planning, financial management, board and staff leadership, communications, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

OE also makes grants to strengthen these capacities among groups of leaders and cohorts of organizations, so that nonprofit leaders can share knowledge, learn from their peers, and grow their networks. OE works in close partnership with the Packard Foundation’s program areas in Children, Families, and Communities, Population and Reproductive Health, and Conservation and Science. Position

Overview

This position is an opportunity to learn about how capacity strengthening in the nonprofit sector can increase impact. You will work with a team committed to supporting leaders and organizations who are working around the world to improve the lives of children, families, and communities — and to restore and protect our planet. The team works collaboratively with each other, Foundation program teams, and other partners.

The Program Associate will report to the Program Operations Manager, Organizational Effectiveness. To learn more about OE, please visit OE webpage (https://www.packard.org/what-we-fund/organizational-effectiveness) and the OE Knowledge Center (https://oe.packard.org/).

Responsibilities

• Process grants from initial inquiry to award, including creating, organizing, maintaining, and updating electronic grant files • Communicate via email, telephone, and in-person with grantees and other partners • Update and track status of grants and assist in grant budget planning using an excel-based spreadsheet • Run reports on grant-related data using web-based systems • Track grantee reporting deadlines and review reports • Anticipate and schedule meetings and ensure materials are available prior to meetings • Suggest and implement improvements to department processes and increase efficiencies • Represent the OE team and the Foundation in a positive way in all interactions • Handle special projects as assigned

How To Apply:

Please send an email referring to job number 18-15-3930 in the subject line with a resume and a targeted one- page cover letter explaining your interest in this position and how your skills and work experience fit the role to jobs@packard.org

NCFP is a national nonprofit based in Washington, DC. Our staff are mission driven, set ambitious goals, and share a culture of trust, respect, and honesty. NCFP is open to diverse views and new ideas, and values open communications. Together we meet high standards of excellence in our work. The National Center for Family Philanthropy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of NCFP to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. NCFP prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

Position Overview

The National Center for Family Philanthropy has an exciting opportunity to join its dynamic team as a Development Manager. NCFP is the only national nonprofit devoted exclusively to philanthropic families. Our primary audience is family foundations and those who work with them. NCFP is a treasured resource in the world of family philanthropy.

The Development Manager reports to the Senior Vice President, Advancement, and works to raise the funds that sustain NCFP. Grants management, grant writing, and working with family foundations in our Friends of the Family program are important and fulfilling parts of the job. If you have development experience in a nonprofit setting, are extremely organized, and are proficient with CRM software, this is for you. If you’re a great writer, all the better!

NCFP is a terrific place to work with excellent benefits. We are a very collaborative team and provide opportunities for growth based on the skills and interests of our employees. We are located in downtown D.C. with easy access to Metro.

Requirements Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. A minimum of three years of development or fundraising experience preferred.

Strong computer skills with ability to be proficient in CRM software. NCFP uses Salesforce and HubSpot. Exceptional writing, research, and organizational skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently and exercise judgment in organizing work, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.

Strong team orientation. This position requires interacting with donors and a strong commitment to customer service and providing a great experience.

To apply, send a resume and cover letter to hr@ncfp.org with the subject line: Development Manager.

NCFP is a national nonprofit based in Washington, DC. Our staff are mission driven, set ambitious goals, and share a culture of trust, respect, and honesty. NCFP is open to diverse views and new ideas, and values open communications. Together we meet high standards of excellence in our work.

The National Center for Family Philanthropy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of NCFP to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. NCFP prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

The Kresge Foundation is one of the top 20 private foundations in the United States and the only one focused exclusively on expanding opportunities for people with low income in American Cities. With a $3.8 billion endowment and a staff of over 100 employees, the foundation deploys grants and social investments across arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services and community development. The foundation’s state-of-the-art headquarters maintains an array of energy-efficient, water-conserving and health-promoting systems. The foundation also operates an office in Detroit’s Midtown district.

Position Overview

About the position

The Digital Media Specialist works with the Senior Communications Officer, Digital to tell Kresge’s story in an authentic way via online content production, social media, search engine optimization, email marketing and digital media management.

Primary responsibilities

1.       Manage day-to-day messaging and digital content using well-written, creative and engaging brand messaging across the foundation’s main website, Twitter and Facebook pages, LinkedIn page, YouTube account and the foundation CEO’s Twitter and LinkedIn accounts.

2.       Update and contribute to editorial calendar and establish clear processes for dissemination efforts across multiple platforms.

3.       Maintain functionality of Kresge website (Drupal) and develop solutions for routine website needs.

4.       Posts content across Kresge.org.

5.       Working alongside the Senior Communications Officer, Digital, help manage and optimize output of an external website developer on production of new content types or features and website functionality, as needed.

6.       Lead execution and weekly delivery of Kresge’s email newsletter, including content development, editing, testing (including A/B testing), list building and segmentation and performance monitoring.

7.       Collect and study website analytics to determine traffic patterns, most-used search terms, content gaps and site drop-off points. Prepare reports and recommend actions based on the above data.

8.       Drive development of SEO strategies to grow traffic as needed.

9.       Support communications officers with social media content/initiatives on program foundation accounts and coordinate with coverage on Kresge’s main feeds.

10.   Stay up-to-date with new digital technologies and social media best practices.

11.   Supports quality control of digital communications through copyediting and fact checking and supports updates of foundation written style guide.

12.   Develops and maintains CMS how-to documentation, site map and digital business continuity plan.

13.   Support ad hoc digital initiatives including video production, data visualization efforts, and social media live productions.

Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing or related liberal arts field.

·         Three years of progressive experience in social media, marketing, or digital communications role.

·         Demonstrated news judgment, editing and production skills.

·         Experience with content-management systems, social media platforms, search engine optimization, and Web-based technology.

·         Experience with Drupal and WordPress platforms preferred.

·         Thorough knowledge of Associated Press style preferred.

·         Readiness to keep up with rapidly changing technology.

·         Ability to juggle tasks, quickly adapt to changing needs, work independently and as part of a dynamic and evolving team.

·         Familiarity with graphic design principles for digital media required.

·         Familiarity with video production preferred.

Please apply by January 17, 2019

The Kresge Foundation, an Equal Opportunity Employer, seeks to reach a broad and diverse candidate pool when filling vacant positions. We strongly encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds because we believe that the foundation and its work benefit from the various perspectives and talents of a diverse staff. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

How To Apply

Please apply via the link below:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=87274f4c-cc7a-4ce9-97ab-d86186933f96&jobId=171393&lang=en_US&source=CC3&ccId=19000101_000001

The John Rex Endowment is a private, grantmaking foundation that supports an environment where children and families in greater Wake County live healthy lives. The John Rex Endowment was created in 2000 as the result of the purchase of Rex Healthcare by the University of North Carolina Health Care System. The foundation is governed by a 15-person Board of Directors and managed by a staff of 4 full-time employees. Together, they oversee an operating budget of $800K and financial assets of $75 million. The John Rex Endowment makes grant awards of $2-$3 million annually, with between 30 and 60 grants active at a time.

In early 2018, the board and staff of the John Rex Endowment took on the responsibility of defining the future of the organization. Influenced by the foundation’s 18-year history and experience, plus an assessment of the social determinants of health in Wake County, the resulting Strategic Roadmap identified John Rex Endowment’s priorities and boundaries. The Strategic Roadmap sets the course for the foundation’s ability to reach its desired impact that Wake County children and their families are safe, healthy, and living to their full potential.

The John Rex Endowment is a forward-thinking organization with a new President & CEO and a new Strategic Roadmap to guide its work for the foreseeable future. The Strategic Roadmap confirms the foundation’s role in building the effectiveness of non-profit organizations and shaping policy at the community and system level. The board and staff of the John Rex Endowment recognize that this work necessitates a culture of learning, the establishment of new relationships, collaboration within the community, potential organizational adjustments, and the willingness to embrace the unknown.

To learn more, visit the John Rex Endowment website.

Position Overview

“Social innovation is the process of developing and deploying effective solutions to challenging and often systemic social and environmental issues in support of social progress.”1

The Social Innovation Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the foundation’s direction through the design, implementation, and management of initiatives and programs and the development of relationships that further the mission of the John Rex Endowment. This individual reports to the President & CEO and supervises the Program Officer.

The Social Innovation Director will join a team of professionals who are committed to making a difference through philanthropy. The successful candidate will be a self-starting professional and effective collaborator who works well with small teams and shared decision-making, embraces change, and is excited about the direction of the John Rex Endowment.

Major responsibilities of the Social Innovation Director include (but may not be limited to):

• Identify, develop, and foster relationships that position the John Rex Endowment to drive systemic and community change in Wake County. Seek out and actively participate in coalitions, collaboratives, partnerships, civic engagement opportunities, and initiatives that further the mission and impact of the foundation.
• Provide thought leadership related to the implementation/roll-out of the John Rex Endowment Strategic Roadmap. Maintain knowledge of Wake County needs, factors and policies impacting the health of children and their families, and local and state efforts underway that will affect them. Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in philanthropy, grantmaking, impact investment, and alternative funding approaches. Take an active role in funder collaboratives and opportunities to work with other foundations.
• Develop and implement program strategy in support of the foundation’s priorities. Create program plans, budgets, evaluation criteria, and success metrics. Review and assess program effectiveness and progress against goals and report results to the board, staff, and external stakeholders.

• Supervise the development and implementation of grantmaking strategies, processes, and evaluation and learning frameworks.
• Build positive relationships with potential and current grantees and foster open lines of communication.
• Represent the John Rex Endowment in the community and at strategic partner meetings. Deliver public presentations and provide content for external communications.
• Curate relevant information learned and share with staff, board, grantees, and partners as appropriate.
• Manage the program staff, consultants, and technical resources required to carry out duties.

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, AND ATTRIBUTES OF THE SOCIAL INNOVATION DIRECTOR

The Social Innovation Director must demonstrate a firm commitment to and passion for the mission of the John Rex Endowment.  In addition, the individual should possess the following attributes, skills, and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.  Master’s degree or graduate-level training in public health, public administration, social work, education, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of ten years of experience working in foundation, non-profit, human/social services agencies, and/or government entities.

• In-depth experience with program development, management, and evaluation.
• An understanding of issues and policies affecting children in Wake County and surrounding areas. Knowledge of the agencies and institutions involved in child well-being in Wake County and North Carolina.
• An understanding of trends in philanthropy and funding.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver against deadlines while maintaining the flexibility necessary to adapt, respond, and meet the needs of the organization.
• Great attention to detail and a willingness to “get in the trenches” to achieve goals.

• The ability to develop positive, productive professional relationships with various stakeholders.
• Financial acumen with the ability to develop and manage budgets, and read, interpret, and act on financial reports submitted by grantees.
• Experience in a data-driven environment, with the ability to synthesize data into key points for presentation and decision-making.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively, while also implementing tactically.
• Enthusiastic approach to work, with the humility and attitude to work effectively in a team environment and contribute to team building and culture.

• Collaborative and creative nature with an approachable and respectful demeanor.
• High standards for confidentiality and personal integrity.
• Proven ability to express thoughts, perceptions, and ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to project confidence and knowledge when speaking publicly.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Armstrong McGuire & Associates, based in Raleigh, NC, is conducting this search in partnership with the John Rex Endowment. To apply, click on the link to the Social Innovation Director position profile at ArmstrongMcGuire.com/apply. You will see instructions for uploading a cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and professional references.  Please provide all requested information to be considered; failure to do so will remove you from the process. In case of any technical problems, contact staci@armstrongmcguire.com. No phone calls, please, and no applications will be accepted by email or directly from third-party posting sites. The deadline for applications is January 15, 2019.

Salary is commensurate with the requirements of the position. Benefits include medical, dental, life, short and long-term disability insurance; pension and 403(b) retirement plans; accrued vacation and sick time; 10 paid holidays; and a charitable matching program.

The John Rex Endowment actively seeks a diverse pool of candidates. The John Rex Endowment is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age.

How To Apply

APPLICATION PROCESS

Armstrong McGuire & Associates, based in Raleigh, NC, is conducting this search in partnership with the John Rex Endowment. To apply, click on the link to the Social Innovation Director position profile at ArmstrongMcGuire.com/apply. You will see instructions for uploading a cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and professional references.  Please provide all requested information to be considered; failure to do so will remove you from the process. In case of any technical problems, contact staci@armstrongmcguire.com. No phone calls, please, and no applications will be accepted by email or directly from third-party posting sites. The deadline for applications is January 15, 2019.

Salary is commensurate with the requirements of the position. Benefits include medical, dental, life, short and long-term disability insurance; pension and 403(b) retirement plans; accrued vacation and sick time; 10 paid holidays; and a charitable matching program.

The John Rex Endowment actively seeks a diverse pool of candidates. The John Rex Endowment is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age.

The Town of Brookline, one of the largest towns in New England, seeks a Director of Human Resources (HR) to join the senior leadership of the town administration. The Director of HR will build upon and execute a human resources strategy that provides exceptional service to the town’s employees. The Director of HR works closely with a dedicated team that provides guidance and support to all town department heads regarding matters of personnel policies and procedures.

Position Overview

Working closely under the direction of the Town Administrator, the Director of HR will provide strategic direction for the department. Specifically, the Director of HR will be responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating policies and programs for recruitment and hiring; assisting in employee onboarding and orientation; ensuring effective employee relations and performance management; overseeing benefit management and administration; and fostering a culture that supports and furthers the Town’s mission, vision and values.  This includes administrative, technical, and professional work in directing and supervising the personnel systems, policies and procedures of the Town, including classification, compensation, recruitment, selection, labor relations, benefits administration, civil service, and training.

Surrounded by the City of Boston on three sides, Brookline consists of roughly six square miles of land. It is a vibrant suburban town with an increasingly diverse population. The Town of Brookline continues to be a safe and highly desirable place to live, due to its proximity to job opportunities, excellent public transportation and school systems, and livable neighborhoods that balance green space, historic preservation, and outstanding services.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team committed to the welfare of the residents and businesses of the Town of Brookline. The successful candidate will bring a vision for the future, and set forth goals in close concert with Town leadership and colleagues across the Town Administration. The Director of HR will have proven leadership experience building and delivering talent development and management programs, experiences, and processes, preferably in the context of a complex mission-driven organization. The ideal candidate will have functional expertise in most or all of the following areas: change management, employee relations, training and professional development, benefits administration, and recruitment/retention strategies. The ideal candidate will be a strong relationship-builder, will effectively communicate at all levels of the organization with high regard for confidentiality, and will prove to be accessible and approachable.

The Town of Brookline is being supported in this search by Tamar Datan and Nureen Das of NPAG.

The Role

Reporting to the Town Administrator, the Director of HR will work within a broad scope of established policies and procedures under the policy guidelines of the Human Resources Board and the Select Board. The ideal candidate will create and facilitate trainings and professional development programs, including onboarding for new staff and ongoing learning opportunities for existing staff; identify and recommend management and professional training programs that target key areas for continuous improvement of staff; assess current training and development curriculum and tools, and recommend new approaches to continuously improve service and ensure that the function is responsive to trends and needs as they arise; and will ensure that all aspects of the Town’s training strategy program incorporate and strengthen its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Specifically, the Director of HR will:

·         Perform varied and highly responsible duties requiring extensive independent judgment in ensuring conformance with applicable laws, regulations, collective bargaining agreements, and Departmental policies, and in responding to media requests; may participate in the development of management plans and programs at the municipal-wide level.

·         Make regular contacts with municipal employees, all Town departments, citizens’ committees, and vendors; make limited contact with the general public; make frequent contacts with outside agencies, requiring considerable discretion, resourcefulness and persuasiveness to achieve desired objectives. All contacts are in person, by telephone and in writing and require utilizing considerable negotiation skills.

·         Manage and supervise the Human Resources Department to achieve goals within available resources; develop and maintain a human resources system that meets top management information needs; oversee the analysis, maintenance, and communication of records required by law or local governing bodies, or other departments in the organization; plan and organize workloads and staff assignments; train, motivate and evaluate assigned staff; review progress and direct changes as needed.

·         Actively participate in the collective bargaining process; suggest bargaining concepts and strategies and serve as bargaining team spokesperson; work with labor counsel and present the Town’s case to mediators, fact finders and arbitrators as needed; draft necessary contract language and prepare agreements for execution by the Select Board; coordinate post negotiation activities, including submission of cost items to Town Meeting, communication of contract changes to department heads, scheduling of any major retroactive payments, etc.; continuously administer collective bargaining agreements, ensuring compliance with labor contracts; maintain communications with appropriate union officials for exchange of information, informal discussion of union-management affairs and related matters; assist with the grievance process, as necessary .

·         Develop, administer and propose improvements to the Town’s salary administration plan and classification plan; monitor and review current personnel policies, job classification and salary structures, and recommend changes as required; revise and maintain job descriptions.

·         Administer the employee recruitment and selection process, including both civil service and non-civil service, to ensure the employment of fully qualified workers. Counsel department heads regarding responsibilities and obligations under the provisions of applicable federal and state laws, and Town bylaws and policies.

·         Oversee implementation of the Town of Brookline Equal Opportunity Policy for the Town; and work with Office of Diversity and Inclusion and Community Relations to assist department heads in recruiting and selecting candidates for non-civil service positions.  Work in collaboration with the Chief Diversity Officer to provide leadership in all Town employee diversity and inclusion initiatives.

·         Maintain employment applications; establish and maintain employee records and personnel transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, and terminations; furnish references and credit checks; perform special studies and advise the public on job opportunities and application procedures.

·         Prepare and administer department budget; keep records of insurance coverage and pension plans.

·         Oversee the management and administration of insurance and employee benefit plans, including the self-funded workers’ compensation program; as workers’ compensation agent, accept or deny claims, direct case management, approve any settlements, etc.; act as self-funded group insurance administrator; recommend plan design and/or carrier changes; act as liaison between insurance carriers and Town employees, including school department employees, to ensure that correct benefits are provided and that problems or disputes are resolved whenever possible; counsel employees on benefit programs and levels, and work in coordination with the office of the Comptroller on payment/reimbursement procedures.

·         Develop and coordinate the Town’s safety program; perform accident investigations, facility inspections, and hazard identification and elimination.

·         Mediate problems between employees; work to improve communication within and between departments; answer questions from department heads and supervisors concerning personnel policies and procedures.

·         Prepare employee separation notices and related documentation, and conduct exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.

·         Prepare reports and recommend procedures to reduce absenteeism and turnover.

·         Assist in developing and coordinating training programs for all employees.

·         Ensure Town-wide compliance with existing laws, rules, bylaws and regulations governing the acquisition and utilization of employees.

·         Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward organization goals.

·         Represent the municipality at personnel-related hearings and investigations.

·         Contract with outside suppliers to provide employee services, such as training, employee assistance, or out-placement.

·         Study legislation, arbitration decisions, and collective bargaining contracts to assess industry trends.

·         Perform similar or related duties as required or as situation dictates.

Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess many of the following professional and personal abilities, attributes, and experiences:

·         A Master’s Degree in human resources, public administration, business administration, labor relations or related field; and seven to ten years of professional experience in personnel/labor relations, including three years in a director’s capacity, preferably in a municipal setting; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.  SPHR certification preferred.

·         Knowledge of public sector personnel practices and applicable federal and state laws regulating hiring and collective bargaining matters; and expertise about the rules and regulations governing civil service.

·         Thorough knowledge of employee classification, compensation and benefits, recruitment, selection, training, and labor relations; working knowledge of risk management and safety practices.

·         Ability to interact in a positive and effective manner with personnel at all levels of authority; ability to communicate clearly and concisely, in writing and orally.

·         Ability to recruit, interview, and evaluate job applicants for diverse positions. Ability to supervise maintenance of accurate and detailed records.

·         Facility in preparing and analyzing comprehensive reports; tenacity for carrying out assigned projects to their completion.

·         Experience efficiently and effectively administering a human resource system.

·         Skill in the use of personal computers and an array of information management platforms.

·         Excellent public relations skills; considerable negotiating skills and persuasiveness.

·         High emotional intelligence, and a sensitivity to organizational, union, and political issues.

How To Apply

Due to the pace of this search, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications including a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume (in Word format), and where you learned of the position should be sent to: TOB-DOHR@nonprofitprofessionas.com.  To expedite the internal sorting and reviewing process, please type your name (Last, First) as the only contents in the subject line of your e-mail.

The Town of Brookline is an equal opportunity employer and proudly values diversity.
Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The OrganizationFor more than 100 years, The Rockefeller Foundation has brought people together around the globe to try to solve the world’s most challenging problems and promote the well-being of humanity. Today, in a world capable of so much, it is unacceptable that there are still so many with so little. That’s why the Rockefeller Foundation fights to secure the fundamentals of human well-being—health, food, energy, jobs—so they’re within reach for everyone, everywhere in the world. Our approach is grounded in what we’ve seen work over more than a century: It’s inspired by science, rigorous about data, brings together and empowers others, and is focused on real results that improve people’s lives.

Position OverviewThe Foundation is seeking an Associate Director (AD) to join the Foundation’s Food team. The AD will contribute to the development and execution of a multi-year initiative to advance a more nourishing and sustainable food system. The AD will work under the direction of the Managing Director (MD) for food to identify and understand global trends, issues, challenges and opportunities in the global food system such as transforming the future protein economy and increasing equitable access to nutrient-rich foods. This will require working with the Food team and other Foundation staff—as well as a broader community of grantees, experts, and partners—to design the strategy and launch new work. These partnerships could take a variety of forms, ranging from traditional grant structures to strategic partnerships to innovative financing mechanisms.

In addition to supporting the development of the food strategy, the AD will be responsible for designing a future food system vision prize, helping to develop and manage the Food team’s portfolio of grants, supporting external partnership development, and conducting targeted analysis on key topics as needed. This role will be critical in enabling the Foundation to achieve our next phase of impact in the food and agriculture space. A successful candidate will bring experience working in the global food system, a track record of innovation and foundational knowledge of key issues, trends and actors. To be effective in this role, the candidate must be able to advance work independently. He/she should bring a passion and energy for discovering food and agriculture solutions that can create lasting impact.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions**):

The Associate Director will be responsible for:

• Helping the Food Team assess incoming project opportunities, which includes shaping criteria to inform decision-making and evaluating incoming pipeline of individual ideas, grant proposals and opportunities.
• Lead the design and implementation of the Rockefeller Food System 2050 Vision Prize which will require significant partnership and network development.
• Supporting the management of a portfolio of grants within the Food initiative, which includes understanding the capacity and effectiveness of potential grantees, designing and writing grant memos and other key documents, managing grantee relationships, and conducting site visits and other monitoring activities.
• Collaborating with grantees to maximize impact from their work; ensures methodological rigor.
• Bringing intellectual leadership and creative thinking to the design and development of new areas within Food; identifying high-impact opportunities and flexibly and effectively responding to those opportunities.
• Initiating and executing an implementation strategy, working as a member of a team.
• Working with staff, grantees and partners to facilitate monitoring, evaluation and learning.
• Cultivating and building relationships with external experts, funders, and partners that expand Rockefeller’s ability to deliver maximum impact.
• Representing the Foundation in diverse communities, including speaking engagements, attending conferences and participating in other key internal and external meetings.
• Partnering with other Food team members and colleagues across the Foundation’s initiatives to ensure cross fertilization of ideas.

Supervision Received:

This position is supervised by and reports to the Managing Director – Food.

Supervision Exercised:

This position may involve supervisory responsibilities of Program Associates, consultants and interns.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Leadership: Vision, innovation, thought leadership, collaboration, integrity, accountability and emotional intelligence.
• People Management: Skills in team building, coaching, mentoring, delegating, inspiring and motivating.
• Strategic Ability: Ability to see opportunities, design innovative approaches backed by strong analysis and planning. Experience in system thinking and practice preferred.
• Execution: Strong project management skills, deadline management, sense of responsibility and accountability and the ability to effectively multi-task.
• Partnership and Relationship Building: Strong professional representation of the Foundation, interpersonal relationship abilities, intercultural knowledge and appreciation, strategic partnership building.
• Decision-Making: Ability to evaluate risks and opportunities, using analytical and strong problem-solving skills.
• Integration: Ability to demonstrate inclusiveness, collaboration, respect and broad organizational interests.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication abilities; exceptional listening written and verbal skills.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Advanced degree (PhD preferred) in any of the following areas: agriculture, food systems, nutrition, ecology or environmental science.
• A minimum of 10 years related working experience.
• Experience developing, managing and implementing multi-party projects with defined objectives, deliverables, monitoring and evaluation of results.
• On the ground work experience in emerging markets, with nuanced understanding of  international development.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and develop innovations.
• Experience across academic, research, private and public sectors preferred.
• Experience with evaluative research methods and system thinking helpful.

The Rockefeller Foundation is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act.  To this end, the Foundation ensures equal opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful alien status, physical, mental, and medical disability, veteran status or liability for service in the United States Armed Forces.

The Rockefeller Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

How To ApplyDetails can be found here.

“Because the Earth needs a good lawyer.” Earthjustice is the nation’s premier environmental law organization, built on the belief that everyone has the right to a healthy environment. Since its founding in 1971, Earthjustice has tirelessly defended that right by using the power of the law to protect people’s health, preserve wildlife and wild places, advance clean energy, and combat climate change.

Position Overview

Earthjustice seeks a new Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion who will be a thoughtful and influential communicator, contributing creative, dynamic, and forward-thinking strategy and execution to lead Earthjustice’s efforts in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, as well as deepening Earthjustice’s work with diverse communities, who are disproportionately affected by environmental challenges. The Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion will work closely with the President on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives inside and outside the organization, and will serve as a key advisor on managing an organization and movement that is evolving in progressive ways around these issues.

How To Apply

Earthjustice has exclusively retained The 360 Group of San Francisco to assist with this search. Please visit   http://the360group.us/EJ_VPDEI_PD.pdf  to review the complete position description, which includes detailed application instructions. No calls, please. Earlier applicants may receive priority consideration. To be considered, The 360 Group encourages all interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.