Month: September 2021

Major Gifts Officer: Catholic Leadership Institute

Vision:

We see a world where each individual understands their God-given mission in life and is doing their best to fulfill it; a world where Catholic leaders are influential voices in society; a world where Jesus’ example of loving, servant leadership is modeled in every family, workplace, parish, and community.

Purpose: 

Catholic Leadership Institute (CLI) provides bishops, priests, deacons, religious, and lay persons in the Roman Catholic Church with world-class, pastoral leadership formation and consulting services that strengthen their confidence and competence in ministry, enabling them to articulate a vision for their local church, to call forth the gifts of those they lead, and to create more vibrant faith communities rooted in Jesus Christ.

Overview:

CLI is playing a critical role on behalf of the Roman Catholic Church of today and tomorrow. CLI is helping the Church to navigate generational shifts, to respond to and prepare for ever-mounting demographic challenges among ordained religious and the laity, to establish a near-term vision for the Church in the U.S., and to define an overall roadmap for the Church’s future. The organization is accompanying Catholic parishes, dioceses, and their leaders – from the seminarian to the seasoned bishop to lay leaders – on their journeys amid the complexities of the modern world, supporting them in meeting corresponding challenges and opportunities with the benefit of world-class training, fresh perspectives, and intentionality. CLI and its partners are indeed helping to build a future of hope for Catholic generations to come, one where the Church is not only sustaining but thriving with vibrant communities rooted in Jesus Christ.

Increasing demand for CLI’s programs requires significant increases in philanthropic funding on an annual basis. As a result, the selected Major Gift Officer will be joining a growing and evolving team of individuals dedicated to our mission while expanding CLI’s reach, donor audiences, and available funding.

Creating new, upgrading, and managing current major donor relationships is a crucial piece of building our ambitious philanthropic efforts. This position will play an important role in this endeavor with faith, creativity, independence, and gratitude to all our friends.

Position Summary:

 The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for working with volunteer leaders, Philanthropy Team members, and other key stakeholders to meet the philanthropy objectives for this Roman Catholic apostolate. This includes developing strong relationships with existing and potential donor candidates throughout the country, helping to project and determine major gift activity goals and engaging key volunteers in the cultivation and solicitation of donor prospects.

This position can be remote. Travel 50% or more required.

Position Requirements:

 Experience & Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree Required
  • Minimum of seven years of professional development experience in philanthropy
  • Experience in closing major gifts of $25,000+

Critical Skills and Demonstrated Behaviors

  • Outstanding communication skills including the ability to listen effectively
  • Natural relationship-builder who can find and make connections between people’s passions and the mission of the organization
  • Self-starter who is persistent and flexible
  • Organized individual who pays attention to detail and follows through with contacts in an appropriate timeframe
  • Ability to manage a portfolio of donors through the moves management process from identification to stewardship
  • Willingness to travel (4-6 times/month – 50% or more)
  • Experience in working with the entire spectrum of donors from loyal to new prospects
  • Ability to use referrals, networking, and research to grow a portfolio
  • Expresses ideas and thoughts in a clear and effective manner with internal and external stakeholders; willing to communicate new ideas
  • Thinks and acts independently; anticipates what needs to be done and does it
  • Handles deviations from routine without assistance; readily accepts changes in procedures, assignments and priorities
  • Gains the trust and respect of leadership, co-workers and outside contacts; able to network to accomplish goals
  • Genuine interest in stakeholders and co-workers; willing to go the extra step for the organization’s success; committed to prayerful servant leadership
  • Practicing Roman Catholic

Key Responsibility Areas:

Area Key Responsibilities
Major Donor & Prospect Management Identify, inform and involve major donor candidates (individual: portfolio of prospects and donors) in the mission of Catholic Leadership Institute through their time, talent and treasure, so that resources are secured to carry

out the mission of Catholic Leadership Institute and major donor candidates feel deeply invested and engaged in that mission.

 

   
Volunteer Engagement Motivate, recruit and support CLI volunteer leaders in the identification, cultivation and solicitation of donor candidates in order to secure philanthropic revenue for Catholic Leadership Institute.
Donor Communication Prepare, deliver and follow-up on proposals and gift opportunities for major donor prospects after accurately assessing their level of interest and capacity in order to provide meaningful opportunities for involvement and investment.
Strategy Plan, implement and track short-term and long-term strategies with the Philanthropy Team in order to measure success and create accurate revenue, cash, and involvement metrics for the organization.

Critical Success Criteria:

  • Self-Assurance and Humility: Has deep trust in the Lord and in one’s ability to meet most challenges. Inspires self and others to fulfill commitments and achieve a positive outcome. Does not seek personal recognition but is committed to the success and growth of others. Makes it about the other person rather than about self. Invites others to more fully participate and open up. Understands that “I have to do it myself and I can’t do it alone.” Values excellence and is committed to lifelong growth in holiness, confidence, and
  • Comfortable with Ambiguity: Has ability to ‘go and figure it out’ when all necessary information is not available. Is willing to make quick decisions even without all the facts. Handles deviations from routine without assistance; readily accepts changes in procedures, assignments and priorities. Takes change in stride; adapts, improves and overcomes obstacles and challenges. Can balance competing priorities in assignments. Doesn’t dwell on the negative or downside of things or
  • Resilient Drive: Has the ability and energy to do what it takes to be faithful to God’s call and to one’s unique role in service to the CLI Vision and Mission. Is motivated to achieve his/her goals and to support the goals of the organization, knowing that that will require effort, flexibility and skill. Anticipates problems and obstacles and brings resourcefulness and a “can-do-spirit” to both short and long-term goals and tasks. Finds satisfaction in the living out of one’s purpose and values and in the effort it takes to achieve one’s key responsibilities and SMART Goals. Is committed to the development and training that it will take along the

Application Procedure:

A complete application includes a resume and a cover letter with salary requirements describing the candidate’s reasons for considering the position and perceptions of what makes him/her a good fit. For consideration, submit a cover letter and resume at https://catholicleaders.org/jobs or via email to HumanResources@catholicleaders.org. Phone screenings will be made with selected candidates before face-to-face interviews.

Program Manager – International Professionals Program: The Welcoming Center

The International Professionals Program Manager guides participants in navigating professional work opportunities and business environments by facilitating the program curriculum and serving as an individual job coach.  The IPP Program Manager reviews participants’ education level, work history, interests, and goals and suggests potential career paths and job opportunities. Identifying career goals for our program participants and guiding them on how to achieve those goals is essential to this position.

Skills and Responsibilities:

  • Provide regular classroom facilitation of IPP programming that is consistent with the goals of the curriculum, and responsive to the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs).
  • Learn participant’s education level, work history, interests, and goals and suggest potential career paths, networking, volunteer, and other opportunities. Identify career goals with our program participants and working with them on a plan for how to achieve those goals is essential to this position.
  • Provide advice and counsel on resources for job search and future professional success using best practices for individual coaching. Recognize transferable skills from one profession to another unrelated profession. This includes tackling large issues such as career exploration and decision making as well as tactical skills such as resume and cover letter writing, interviewing, networking, and application preparation. Deliver constructive critiques and guidance to strengthen various aspects of participants’ job search.
  • Advise participants about possible experiential learning opportunities (when appropriate) and resources, such as volunteer work and internships. This includes administration of the Immigrant Fellowship Program, a collaboration with the City of Philadelphia and private industry to provide meaningful, paid work experience to IPP grads.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Workforce Development and IPP Program Managers to establish and maintain employer relationships and to oversee the effective delivery of services to participants and employers. Conduct employer site visits and participate in employer visits on-site with IPP Program Managers and other Welcoming Center staff.
  • As a part of outreach, intake, and program administration, collect various forms of data from participants, volunteers, and employers with high attention to detail, privacy, and data integrity. Keep current records in Salesforce and other platforms, for all participants and programming details. Provide data to external funders, and internal Directors as requested.
  • Administer program evaluation tools such as surveys, focus groups, and other tools as a part of the ongoing internal monitoring and evaluation systems for the program. Assist leadership in the production of program reports for both internal and external purposes.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and telephone communication skills. Comfortable adapting communication style to a diverse range of participants. Demonstrated evidence of ability to navigate conversations which may be difficult due to language, culture, and other circumstances which may lead to misunderstanding. Experience working with ELLs desirable.
  • Demonstrated initiative and creativity in program planning and implementation, especially with regard to participant outreach and job search.
  • Ability to externally share information and promote the program in outreach efforts to local institutions, organizations, community groups, and potential employer partners.
  • Availability to share occasional evening and weekend hours with fellow teammates (evening hours until 7:30 up to two times per week) for programming.
  • Strong computer skills, including an understanding of cloud-based computer platforms. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint, Salesforce, LinkedIn and other job- seeking online tools, and remote learning tools.

Application Submission

This is a full-time position with benefits. To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter to jobs@welcomingcenter.org with the subject “IPP Program Manager.”

Salary Range for this position will be $42,000 – $48,000 a year.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities, including those of any age, race, religion, gender, ability, or sexual orientation.

About Us

The Welcoming Center (TWC) mission is to promote inclusive economic growth through immigrant integration. We seek to open doors of economic opportunity for immigrants of all education and skill levels and to build immigrants’ individual and collective agency to address barriers to integration and well-being. TWC does this through training programs focused on social, civic, and economic engagement which enhance skills and expand opportunities. TWC believes that immigrants broaden the productivity, profitability, and stability of this region and contribute to both Pennsylvania’s and the nation’s economic growth. Primary programs and initiatives include: Workforce Development, Entrepreneurship, and Community Engagement. TWC is based in Philadelphia, PA. Check out the website: www.welcomingcenter.org.

Apply for this job

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter to jobs@welcomingcenter.org with the subject “IPP Program Manager.”

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Field Manager: Novick Urban Farm

Company Overview and Mission:

Novick Urban Farm is a 501c3 educational production farm located on 1.3 acres in South Philadelphia, with a dual mission of providing healthy food access and education. With a focus on community outreach through our low-cost farm market, we are dedicated to supporting and preserving food traditions that reflect the multi-cultural landscape of our neighborhood. The farm’s educational programs provide children’s groups, and people of all ages, hands-on experiences focused on sustainability, biodiversity, and nutrition.

Location: Employment Type: Salary:

Philadelphia, PA Full Time/Hourly Based on years of experience

Responsibilities Include:

  • Facilitate all aspects of the farm including seeding, irrigation, crop planning, harvest, and aesthetic upkeep.
  • Manage and support the growth of all farm employees
  • Create and manage daily task lists for Harvest and prep
  • Oversee all field crew (interns, volunteers, adults, and farm assistants)
  • Ensure project meets budgetary guidelines
  • Procure needed materials and supplies
  • Procure additional labor or equipment as needed
  • Organize harvest and donate produce within local neighborhoods.
  • Coordinate adult crew success and communication with translator
  • Manage overall aesthetic and productive aims of the farm space.
  • Coordinate Volunteer Days and Communications
  • Facilitate Volunteer activities and outreach
  • Run and manage weekly farm stand in South Philadelphia during harvesting seasons

Qualifications:

Must have: Farming or large-scale gardening, preferably at least 2 years managing a small farm or large-scale garden. Bachelor’s in agriculture or Education or equivalent experience. This position should have skill in working with children in an educational setting and explaining healthy eating concepts.

Preferred Experience developing interactive nutrition education plans for Pre- K aged children in an urban environment

Benefits:

Medical & Prescription Dental Life Insurance Disability (long term) Retirement Plan 

Apply at:

Please send resume and cover letter to urbanfarm@novickUF.org

Location
ON-SITE
3660 S Lawrence St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Research Program Manager: Character Lab

Character Lab is looking for a Research Program Manager. Reporting to the Partner, Research Strategy (Emma Satlof-Bedrick), they will support Character Lab Research Network’s (CLRN) data management and coordinate with both external and internal partners to develop efficient systems for collecting and disseminating research data. They will also prepare and manage communications regarding research projects on the network, ensure project timelines are met, manage Character Lab’s open science initiatives (such as coordinating pre-registration of studies), and manage Character Lab’s internal research. The Research Program Manager will ensure that data management is running smoothly for our partner school districts and research collaborators.

The best candidate for this role wants to combine their passion for research and education with their skills in project management and communication. We are looking for an individual who has hands-on experience with research, data collection, and data management. To thrive within our small and dynamic team, the individual must be capable of juggling multiple projects at once, embracing time management, and spotting areas to improve process inefficiencies.

About Character Lab

Founded in 2013 by two educators (Dave Levin and Dominic Randolph) and one scientist (Angela Duckworth), Character Lab is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing scientific insights that help kids thrive. By connecting researchers with educators, Character Lab seeks to create greater knowledge about the conditions that lead to social, emotional, academic, and physical well-being for young people throughout the country. To learn more, go to www.characterlab.org.

Our culture is both challenging (we’re never done improving) and supportive (one of our core values is excessive generosity). We are a small, distributed team that maintains high standards for productivity and a strong team culture. To learn more, read our Culture Book.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Coordinating between researchers and school district data teams
  • Managing vendor relationships, including an external data-processing organization
  • Creating operational procedures for data management
  • Facilitating the work of top-tier scientists
  • Ensuring quality communication and strong relationships with researchers
  • Coordinating data collection with schools/districts
  • Managing IRB protocols and grant proposals
  • Managing open science initiatives
  • Preparing and managing communications regarding research projects
  • Identifying opportunities for increased efficiency
  • Maintaining attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, statistics, economics or a related social sciences field (master’s degree preferred)
  • 5+ years of work experience
  • Prior experience working in education or in an education-related organization
  • Experience in social science research
  • Experience with data management
  • Experience managing vendors or consultants
  • Excellent project- and time-management skills
  • A high level of thoroughness and attention to detail, in order to maintain our high quality of work
  • Fierce work ethic and sense of purpose, with the ability to work well as part of a dynamic start-up
  • Highly effective interpersonal communication, collaboration, and writing skills

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

  • Prolonged and irregular hours of duty, as necessary.
  • Some light-to-medium level of manual labor (e.g., preparing mailings, moving boxes of materials).

Application Process

Character Lab is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diverse pool of candidates to apply. We accept applications on a rolling basis. Please submit a compelling cover letter with your résumé.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary range for this role will begin at $60K. Competitive salary is commensurate with an individual’s experience and skills. All full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package.

Salary
At least USD 60,000The annual salary range for this role will begin at $60K at minimum. Additional salary is commensurate with an individual’s experience and skills.

Benefits

All full-time positions offer competitive salaries and include full benefits with 100% employer-sponsored healthcare and 403(b) with employer match.

Location
REMOTE
Work may be performed anywhere in United States
ASSOCIATED LOCATION

3675 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
Suite 200

How to Apply

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Character Lab is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diverse pool of candidates to apply. We accept applications on a rolling basis. Please submit a compelling cover letter with your résumé.

Adoption Agency Program Director: Adoption Center

We are looking for an experienced Program Director to supervise a wide range of programs. You will be responsible for the delivery and overall success of each program. You will supervise the program team and inform management of progress and performance. A successful Program Director must have a broad knowledge of program management principles. They must have a strategic mindset as well as be able to lead and develop their subordinates. The goal is to ensure every program will be delivered successfully and add the highest possible value to the organization.

Generous Benefits Package:

85% employer-paid medical and vision coverage for employees

100% employer-paid dental insurance

Medical and dental coverage available for dependents

Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care/Dependent Care)

401(k)

401 (k) matching

Parental Leave

Remote Work Option

Flexible Schedule

Generous paid time off

COVID-19 considerations:

COVID-19 precautions: The Adoption Center is committed to following the State-specific and CDC guidelines for in-person visits, contact, and social distancing.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direct supervision and report to the Executive Director

• Ensures that state and county contracted objectives are being met

• Monitors New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware state needs and trends related to the contract

negotiations

• Provides direction and supervision to adoption coordinators/Wednesday’s Child coordinator,

Wendy’s Wonderful Kids recruiters and additional staff as Adoption Center expands

• Provides Adoption Coordination Service to Delaware

• Provides National and Agency Web Registration for youth in Delaware

• Works with families inquiring about adoption and provides customer support to families expressing direct interest in youth from national and agency website

• Collaborates with and serves on the management team to develop program goals, operational objectives, and budgets

• Establishes and maintains relationships with community stakeholders; including public and private agencies, consumers, and families

• Works with the management team in the development and maintenance of practice standards

• Works with members of the Program Committee of the board to review existing policies, establish new policy statements and develop programs

• Represents the Adoption Center at meetings regarding potential program partnerships

• Works with the management team in coordination, development, and funding of programs

• Acts as a key spokesperson and representative of the Adoption Center in the partner community

and at conferences

Skills

  • Proven experience as Program Director or other managerial position
  • Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods
  • Excellent Knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics
  • Outstanding knowledge of data analysis, reporting, and budgeting
  • Working knowledge of MS office and program management software (e.g. Basecamp, MS Project, etc.)
  • Business acumen with a strategic ability
  • Excellent organizational and leadership skills
  • An analytical mindset with great problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication skills

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years relevant work experience related to supervising others or Master’s degree and a minimum of three years relevant work experience supervising others

• Experience and knowledge in the area of foster care/adoption, child welfare, or social services preferred

• Proven leadership skills to motivate and manage staff and to appropriately delegate responsibilities

• Ability to operate self sufficiently and as a team member

• Demonstrated ability to use process-oriented approaches to problem-solving

Salary

At least USD 45,000 Based on education and experience

Benefits

Generous Benefits Package:

85% employer-paid medical and vision coverage for employees

100% employer-paid dental insurance

Medical and dental coverage available for dependents

Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care/Dependent Care)

401(k)

401 (k) matching

Parental Leave

Remote Work Option

Flexible Schedule

Generous paid time off

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Development & Planning Manager: Women’s Opportunities Resource Center

Background             

Founded in 1993, the Women’s Opportunities Resource Center (WORC) is a nationally recognized not-for-profit headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. WORC was Philadelphia’s first microenterprise program for low-income people and one of the first in the nation. WORC enables low-income individuals – primarily women and their families – to increase their social and economic self-sufficiency through self-employment training, microlending, support services, savings programs and access to business & financial resources. WORC is a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), and an approved SBA micro-and Community Advantage 7A SBA lender.

Skills and Abilities   

Must have minimum B.A.; excellent communications (oral & written), analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Experience                 

Five years of development-related experience with a demonstrated track record, including grant writing and annual giving. Strong computer/database skills.

Strategic planning and public relations experience preferred. Experience in economic/community development and/or microfinance a plus.

 Responsibilities

1.   Researches and identifies potential sources of financial support (public & private; organizational and individual).

2. Prepares grant proposals, statistical and other reports for funding agencies.

3. Assists the President and Program Directors in organization- and program-level strategic planning and fundraising strategies.

4. Reviews and summarizes legislation related to WORC programming for dissemination internally and externally.

5. Grants management (e.g., track proposal and report deadlines; maintain correspondence with funders); generate status reports for internal use.

6. Performs various public relations duties—e.g., prepares annual reports; news releases and publications; meets with community groups and community partners; makes presentations explaining WORC programs to garner public interest and participation.

7. Coordinates and supervises special projects, events and meetings.

8. As the need arises, assumes additional responsibilities as assigned by the President.

Salary

USD 52,000 – USD 83,200Health Insurance, Retirement Plan, Vacation, and Paid Holidays

Benefits

Health Insurance, Retirement Plan, Vacation, and Paid Holidays

Interested parties should mail your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to lcutler@worc-pa.com and careers@worc-pa.com

Executive Director: Mt. Airy CDC (Community Development Corporation)

Mt. Airy CDC is a community development corporation dedicated to the vitality and economic development of Mt. Airy.  The Executive Director (ED) will work to successfully lead and manage MACDC according to the strategic direction set in conjunction with the Board of Directors.  The ED will have direct oversight and responsibility for MACDC’s administrative and programmatic functions, including 13+ member staff and a $2million budget. The ideal candidate would have the vision and skills to further the economic development of Mt. Airy through fundraising, real estate development and team building.  The ideal candidate would also have relevant non-profit experiences necessary to oversee the programmatic and social service initiatives of the organization.

Responsibilities

Leadership 

  • Work with the Board of Directors to develop a vision and strategic plan to guide the organization.
  • Plan and manage the annual organizational strategic objectives.
  • Act as a spokesperson for the organization, along with Board President, to ensure key programmatic staff are empowered to be the face for the organization.
  • Represent the organization at community and industry activities to enhance the organization’s profile.

Development/Fundraising Planning & Management

  • Identify revenue and grant opportunities for the organization and work with appropriate staff to pursue those opportunities.
  • Provide direct oversight to the organization’s Development function.
  • Oversee the planning and implementation of MACDC’s annual development strategy, fundraising events, donor cultivation program, board giving, and fundraising appeals.

Real Estate Development and Placemaking

  • Identify and execute upon transformational real estate development opportunities, including the acquisition, financing, construction, management and selective disposition of impactful real estate assets.
  • Execute upon the MACDC’s initiatives with regard to public space creation and improvement.
  • Execute upon MACDC’s initiatives with regard to renovation and conservatorship of blighted properties.
  • Execute upon MACDC’s initiatives with regard to affordable housing creation.

Program Management & Evaluation

  • Provide support, oversight, management, and strategic vision for MACDC’s core programmatic areas: Real Estate Development; Housing Counseling; Business Services; & Community Programs.
  • Work with established logic models, or create new logic models, for evaluating the performance and effectiveness of MACDC’s program areas.
  • Oversee data collection and reporting related to program performance.

Personnel Planning & Management

  • Develop MACDC’s annual staffing plan.
  • Initiate and oversee MACDC’s annual performance review process.
  • Initiate and oversee the annual process for creating MACDC personnel development plans.
  • Manage creation of job descriptions, posting of new positions for hire, and oversee the hiring and onboarding processes for all new MACDC employees and interns.
  • Ensure MACDC compliance with related workplace law.
  • Maintain a climate that attracts and retains a talented and diverse staff

Financial Management

  • Develop and maintain sound financial practices.
  • Work with staff, Controller and Board Finance Committee to develop the annual budget and achieve budgetary goals.
  • Support Board Finance Committee in the management of its fiduciary responsibilities, including review of annual audit, 990, BCO and development of fiscal policies.
  • Work with Controller to manage organizational cash for operations and restricted accounts and ensure completion of weekly and monthly financial reporting.
  • Work with Controller to oversee the organization’s loan portfolio and to ensure appropriate property and liability insurance coverage.
  • Execute legal and fiscal documents within the bounds of the authority granted by the Board of Directors.

Community Relations and Other Responsibilities

  • Communicate with stakeholders to keep them informed of the work of the organization and promote organization.
  • Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with community groups, funders, politicians, and other organizations to help achieve MACDC’s goals.
  • Oversee the planning, implementation, execution and evaluation of special projects.

Board Management

  • Work with the Board President to develop and implement MACDC’s overall Board development and recruitment process.
  • Ensure timely completion of the management dashboard executive summary for the Executive Committee.
  • Lead quarterly board meetings, monthly finance committee meetings and monthly executive committee meetings.

Communications/Marketing Planning & Management

  • Provide direct oversight to the organization’s Communication function.
  • Work with the Communications Manager and key staff to create MACDC’s overall communications strategy.
  • Oversee and approve the creation and dispersal of all MACDC communications.

Information Technology Planning & Management

  • Develop and evaluate MACDC’s annual information technology (IT) plan.
  • Work directly with IT providers to ensure MACDC is receiving contracted services.
  • Oversee the evaluation and planning for technology use and replacement.
  • Oversee MACDC data management and collection needs, especially related to the program evaluation and business planning processes.

Qualifications & Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate will be an experienced executive leader with a solid track record of successfully leading and developing teams, working with an active Board, diversifying revenue streams and success in fundraising, as well as cultivating relationships with a wide spectrum of stakeholders, donors, and partners. The Executive Director will have a strong external presence and the ability to successfully engage with the media and policymakers to advance MACDC’s goals. They will bring a deep understanding of community and economic development and will be highly attuned to real estate development, housing counseling and will have knowledge of the current community challenges and opportunities relating to the mission of MACDC. Successful candidates should have at least five years experience in relevant community development or similar work and be effective communicators.

Other qualifications:

  • A bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred.
  • Demonstrated commitment to equity, and specific knowledge of the City of Philadelphia (or other major city) are highly desired.
  • Knowledge of leadership and management principles related to non-profit organizations.
  • Knowledge of current community challenges and opportunities relating to the mission of MACDC.
  • Knowledge of human resources management.
  • Knowledge of standard development/fundraising practices for tax exempt organizations.
  • Knowledge of program evaluation and management for tax exempt organizations.
  • Knowledge of project management practices.
  • 5 or more years of management experience in a non-profit, or similar, organization
  • The ideal candidate is an effective problem solver and creative thinker who manages stress well, works effectively on teams and is able to establish warm relationships with others.

Salary

Competitive salary and benefits package

Strategic Engagement Manager: Alliance for Decision Education

Who We Are:

The Alliance for Decision Education (“the Alliance”) is a non-profit education organization leading the growing call to have decision-making skills taught in schools across the country by 2030. Increasingly, teachers, parents and business leaders all are advocating for students to be trained on how to make sound choices, improving their lives and those of others around them. We are dedicated to the belief that better decisions lead to better lives and a better society. Our mission is to improve lives by empowering students with essential decision skills. For more information, please visit www.AllianceForDecisionEducation.org.

The Alliance for Decision Education is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates diversity, promotes equity, and encourages inclusivity. We are committed to building and fostering a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more diverse we are, the better our work will be, and the more impact we will have.

The Role:

The Community and Partnerships (“CAP”) Department is responsible for growing and energizing a network of individual and organizational supporters. The Strategic Engagement Manager will help achieve these goals by developing and overseeing various councils of key stakeholders for the Alliance. Specific councils include (1) the Workforce Council (recently launched), which is responsible for overseeing the role of industry/employers in the Decision Education movement, and (2) the Decision Science Council (to be launched), which is responsible for coordinating the role of organizations of decision science professionals. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to develop and implement program initiatives.

The position can be completely remote initially, but the Strategic Engagement Manager will be expected to mainly work from the Alliance office in Bala Cynwyd, PA once the organization deems it safe to returns to the office. Occasional travel also may be expected once it is deemed safe.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Develop strategic plans for launching, growing, and engaging with the Workforce and Decision Science Councils, and potentially other councils over time
  • Identify, evaluate, recruit, and onboard new Council members
  • Host Council meetings
  • Manage metrics associated with the progress of the Councils
  • Coordinate systems supporting the running of the Councils
  • Oversee the initiatives that stem from the strategic plans mentioned above
  • Work collaboratively with Alliance team members
  • Manage the individual relationships with Council members, including all communications and follow-ups
  • Other responsibilities as assigned

Ideal Qualifications:

Experience

  • Considerable knowledge of subject areas related to Decision Science (academic qualification in decision science/analysis or a related field is preferred, but not required)
  • 8+ years in an advanced management role with program management experience
  • Exceptional leadership, time management, facilitation, and organizational skills
  • Experience recruiting and working closely with external stakeholders
  • Experience working in a dynamic environment

General Attributes

  • Strategic and innovative thinker with strong execution skills, including the ability to develop clear project plans and goals
  • Responsible, diligent, and conscientious, with outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines; can pivot effectively between projects while remaining focused on priorities and goals
  • Highly collaborative and team-oriented; gracious professionalism, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with various departments and stakeholders
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both internally and externally to potential supporters and key stakeholders
  • Self-directed with strong initiative and problem-solving skills
  • High energy, positive attitude, and emotional maturity
  • Good judgment, professionalism, and the highest standards of ethical conduct
  • Ability and willingness to adapt and be flexible

Salary and Benefits:

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Alliance employees receive a comprehensive benefits package (including health and dental insurance completely covered for you and your family, a 401k with up to 5% match, and long-term disability insurance), generous paid time off and sick-time policies, a laptop, and other tools and resources to help employees do their best work.

How to Apply

Go to Website

Program Lead, Food and Wellness Network: Public Health Management Corporation

PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. PHMC requires that all employees have received the first Covid-19 vaccination dose by the first day of employment. We will offer the Covid-19 vaccination at no cost, via our Health Centers.

The FAWN (Food and Wellness Network) Lead provides leadership in the development, implementation and oversight of FAWN’s community based interventions aimed at reducing food insecurity and promoting healthy food access for children and families in the Turning Points for Children service areas. The FAWN Director will be a social entrepreneur who wants to put big ideas about food insecurity to work within an established school system. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to run their own operation, with the stability and support offered by a large organization. This position reports to the Sr. Director; Foster Care & Program Services.

Responsibilities:

  • Provides direct supervision of the two Site Coordinators and other staff as assigned.
  • Maintains, grows and oversees FAWN community engagement activities.
  • Plans, reviews and evaluates operating policies, practices and procedures for FAWN and initiates policy review. Assists FAWN staff in operationalizing new processes and program innovations.
  • Develops and oversees implementation of adjunctive community-based programs aimed at reducing food insecurity and promoting healthy food access for children and families in the TPFC services area.
  • Works with Turning Points senior leaders to cultivate relationships with subcontracted agencies providing relevant community-based and prevention programs, including negotiating contracts and scopes of services, instituting and implementing compliance oversight procedures, approving expenditures, etc.
  • Uses program outcome data to help drive and improve program implementation via the development of programmatic policies and procedures.
  • Keeps abreast of new evidence-based practices aimed at reducing food insecurity and promoting health food access for children and families, and assists in evaluating such programs for potential use by Turning Points.
  • Participates in grant-writing and other resource development activities for FAWN program and other community-based and prevention programs as needed.
  • Develops and sustains collaborative partnerships with community agencies, and city and state departments that support the success of hunger relief and health promotion programs.
  • Manages FAWN program budget.
  • Establishes partnerships with institutions, organizations, and programs that can provide resources and tools to FAWN clients based on their needs.
  • Develops relationships with local schools, programs, and organizations to recruit volunteers and interns reflecting the diverse clients FAWN serves.
  • Recruits’ interns from Philadelphia area colleges, universities, and high schools to support FAWN pantry operations, provide research, and lead projects that enhance TPFC and FAWN’s mission.
  • Designs specific internship job descriptions and projects for interns to lead.
  • Supervises and trains all FAWN interns including having regular check-ins, performance evaluations, and skills assessments.
  • Act as a liaison between Phila School District and FAWN sites.
  • Provides coverage to FAWN sites when needed.

Possible Performance Measures:

  • Raise and manage funds to sustain FAWN program.
  • Monitor pantry operations at Tilden Middle School and at another school location
  • Build partnerships to bring additional health and wellness resources to FAWN clients.
  • Accurate and timely reporting on services.

Skills:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of program development, evaluation methods and procedures.
  • Demonstrated supervisory experience.
  • Ability to conceptualize, implement and evaluate new projects.
  • Experience with grant writing and reporting.
  • Culturally sensitive to the needs and diversities of multi-cultural communities.
  • Skills in typing, basic computer operations, Microsoft, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Knowledge of social services, child welfare and family systems services.
  • Knowledge of hunger relief systems, health promotion and nutrition education.
  • Able to work independently, demonstrating good judgement and prioritizing.
  • Must be accurate and detail oriented.
  • Practices good customer service skills in all working relationships.
  • Experience facilitating public meetings and other public forums.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, respectful and courteous nature.
  • Strong writing and oral presentation skills.
  • Current driver’s license and good driving record.
  • Trained in ServSafe and licensed in food handling preferred

Experience:

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in the management or administration of a social service or hunger relief program.

Education Requirement:

  • Bachelor’s in social work, public health or a related field required.

Salary:

  • Commensurate with education and experience.

PHMC is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, status as a covered veteran, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Details at a Glance

  • TIME COMMITMENT
    Full Time Schedule
  • EDUCATION
    4-Year Degree Required

Benefits

•Health and Dental Insurance

•Life Insurance

•Paid Time Off

•Retirement Plans

•Tuition Reimbursement Program

•Healthy Lifestyle and Wellness Initiatives

How to Apply

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Director, Training and Apprenticeships: Philadelphia Works, Inc.

Salary Range: $90,000 – 95,000

Business Unit: Operations

Department: Apprenticeship and Training

Reports To: Vice President, Operations and Data

Posted: August 25 – September 8, 2021

About Philadelphia Works, Inc.

Philadelphia Works, Inc is the City’s Workforce Development Board. We are a quasi-public, non-profit organization serving both career seekers and employers. We invest public resources in a variety of workforce solutions. These solutions connect Philadelphia residents with employment and training opportunities and help employers find, grow, and retain local talent. For more information about our dedicated board members and staff, workforce news, labor market data, services, innovative initiatives, and current opportunities to connect, please visit www.philaworks.org.

Role Summary

This position is responsible for the successful implementation of strategies related to apprenticeship, vocational training and upskilling, and Learning Management System (LMS) within the Philadelphia workforce system. This will include partnering with multiple business units within Philadelphia Works and external stakeholders to ensure Apprenticeship and Training programs are available to youth and adult jobseekers. This position will provide leadership to reporting staff and cross-functional teams across the organization to embed apprenticeships, training and, upskilling in other initiatives and throughout the public workforce system. This position is also responsible for management of staff, contract management, and program evaluation and development.

Remote on-boarding available, position is remote until company returns to office post covid.

This position will be responsible for the following duties:

· Establish and drive the strategic implementation of a workforce system strategy for delivering apprenticeship, training, and upskilling services to job-seekers and employers in and around Philadelphia.

· Lead cross functional teams to ensure Philadelphia workforce system-wide employer engagement solutions involve robust apprenticeship and training programming.

· Oversee the training and upskilling body of work, including implementation of the organizational training strategy, operational activities of training providers, the management of the eligible Training Provider List (ETPL), and the management of the LMS, ensuring they are in support of the organization’s strategy objectives.

· Oversee the apprenticeship body of work, including regional apprenticeship development support, stakeholder engagement and outreach, grant application and management, and technical assistance and training.

· Work collaboratively with the Director, Workforce Operations and Director, Research and Data to ensure an effective strategy and systems are in place for successful programmatic operations across the three departments within operations.

· Hold regularly scheduled meetings with key stakeholders to drive the apprenticeship and training programming strategy and initiatives.

· Oversee the management of the Southeast Regional collaborative around all apprenticeships to build visibility, share best practices and address challenges. This includes regional pre-apprenticeship programs, labor management organizations, employers, educational institutions and workforce development boards.

· Develop overall metrics for success and a detailed process at Philadelphia Works to track the programming in place throughout the workforce system.

· Oversee the provider contracting process, including the scope and budget development, in collaboration with operations staff and the finance unit.

· Oversee all interim and final progress reports to provide performance information to management, the collaborative and funding agencies.

· Work with the Manager of Outreach & Communications to generate collateral and social media opportunities to promote apprenticeship and training activities.

· Oversee Philadelphia Works staff, including all personnel-related functions including recruitment and selection, performance coaching and evaluation, training, staff development, motivation, communication, and building shared vision.

· Maintain files, reports and correspondence.

· Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education/Professional Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in Social Science, Public Administration, Business Administration or related area. Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in Human Services as a lead in managing a major project with multiple partners. A minimum of 3 years supervisory experience. Experience in employer services, workforce pipelines and/or knowledge of the intersection of education and employment. Knowledge of apprenticeships processes and federal and state policy.

Or, any combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

· Entrepreneurial; proven background creating and implementing strategy and executing on action items to reach success

· Independent and autonomous ability with strong critical thinking skills

· Knowledge of workforce/social services programs and funding sources compliance

· Familiarity with administering Learning Management System technologies

· Background in Instructional Design, adult learning best practices, and blended learning best practices, a plus

· Experience with convening large groups to develop and implement strategies

· Knowledge of employer staffing challenges and needs

· Experience with program design and implementation

· Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, presentation, planning and organizational skills

· Excellent management and leadership skills

· Ability to adapt to a changing work environment and possess the flexibility to multi-task

· Ability to interact effectively with various levels of staff, management, government officials, and the public

· Ability to travel to various locations throughout the city (valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle)

What We Offer

Philadelphia Works offers qualifying full time employees with a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition assistance, life and disability. We also offer company paid vacation, personal and sick leave days.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Philadelphia Works is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, transgender status, and gender identity), gender, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, religion, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual preference, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws, in all matters pertaining to recruitment, selection, compensation, training, advancement and promotion, retention, discipline, and termination.

Salary

USD 90,000 – USD 95,000

How to Apply

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