Month: January 2024

Director of Real Estate: New Kensington Community Development Corporation

New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) is a community development corporation committed to sustainable development in housing opportunities, economic development, vacant land strategies, community engagement, and real estate development. NKCDC advances social equity and economic empowerment by nurturing and creating opportunities for residents to live and actively shaping their neighborhoods of choice. To that end, NKCDC provides free resources to residents and businesses in the Kensington, Fishtown, and Port Richmond neighborhoods.

NKCDC has a strong reputation, both locally and nationally, with longstanding credibility of serving as a trusted and valuable partner and collaborator. The organization is currently one of only two community development organizations in the City of Philadelphia that are chartered members of the NeighborWorks America network. Our current work using a trauma-informed community engagement model, applying a racial equity lens across the organization, and leading programs at the intersection of health and housing are keeping NKCDC at the cutting edge of community development. NKCDC draws on the strengths of the communities in Kensington, Fishtown, and Port Richmond — a population of over 62,800, 23% of whom live below the federal poverty level — to make sure neighborhood development benefits all residents. More information can be found at nkcdc.org.

Function

The Director of Real Estate will play a crucial role in advancing the NKCDC’s real estate initiatives. This individual will be responsible for supporting the Vice President of Real Estate and Economic Development and overseeing the planning, execution, and management of property acquisition, redevelopment, and related activities. The Director of Real Estate will work collaboratively with the VP to achieve programmatic and operational goals, supporting the implementation of the mission-driven real estate development strategy and strategic economic development plans.

Reports to

Vice President of Real Estate and Economic Development
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Director of Development: New Kensington Community Development Corporation

New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) is a community development corporation committed to sustainable development in housing opportunities, economic development, vacant land
strategies, community engagement, and real estate development. NKCDC advances social equity and economic empowerment by nurturing and creating opportunities for residents to live and actively shaping their neighborhoods of choice. To that end, NKCDC provides free resources to residents and businesses in the Kensington, Fishtown, and Port Richmond neighborhoods.

NKCDC has a strong reputation, both locally and nationally, with longstanding credibility of serving as a trusted and valuable partner and collaborator. The organization is currently one of only two community development organizations in the City of Philadelphia that are chartered members of the NeighborWorks America network. Our current work using a trauma-informed community engagement model, applying a racial equity lens across the organization, and leading programs at the intersection of health and housing are keeping NKCDC at the cutting edge of community development. NKCDC draws on the strengths of the communities in Kensington, Fishtown, and Port Richmond — a population of over 62,800, 23% of whom live below the federal poverty level — to make sure neighborhood development benefits all residents.

More information can be found at nkcdc.org.

Function

The Director of Development is part of NKCDC’s leadership team and leads planning and successful execution of NKCDC’s fundraising strategies consistent with the organization’s annual and long-range development goals. She/he is responsible for implementing strategies to support the growth and diversification of revenue sources in line with NKCDC’s mission, vision, and goals. The Director also works to enhance NKCDC’s image and develop and implement strategies that effectively communicate NKCDC’s efforts to key target audiences.
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Director of Housing Services: New Kensington Community Development Corporation

New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) is a community development corporation committed to sustainable development in housing opportunities, economic development, vacant land strategies, community engagement, and real estate development. NKCDC advances social equity and economic empowerment by nurturing and creating opportunities for residents to live and actively shaping their neighborhoods. To that end, NKCDC provides free resources to residents and businesses in the Kensington, Fishtown, and Port Richmond neighborhoods.

NKCDC has a strong reputation, both locally and nationally, with longstanding credibility of serving as a trusted and valuable partner and collaborator. The organization is currently one of only two community development organizations in the City of Philadelphia that are chartered members of the NeighborWorks America network. Our current work using a trauma-informed community engagement model, applying a racial equity lens across the organization, and leading programs at the intersection of health and housing are keeping NKCDC at the cutting edge of community development. NKCDC draws on the strengths of the communities in Kensington, Fishtown, and Port Richmond — a population of over 62,800, 23% of whom live below the federal poverty level — to make sure neighborhood development benefits all residents. More information can be found at nkcdc.org.

Function

The Director of Housing Services works to build healthy communities and expand homeownership opportunities for low and moderate-income households. As Director of Housing Services, you will provide your clients with the education, support, and skills to buy and maintain a home, provide them with energy assistance, or improve their current housing situation. He/She will recruit residents into the program through outreach and marketing events; working with people individually; educating people about credit and managing their finances; and working with their financial position to prepare for loan application, loan modification, workout, or other appropriate solution. The Director of Housing Services is responsible for the supervision of all department functions, staff, funding opportunities and processes.
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Budget Finance Analyst-Grants and Projects: Philadelphia Museum of Art

How You Will Contribute

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Budget Finance Analyst-Grants and Projects including restricted and unrestricted designated funds will be responsible for the development, monitoring, and reconciliation of grant and project budgets.  This position will work closely with principal investigators (PI) to manage study and research budgets and monitor transactions, expenditures, and sub-awards.

The Budget Finance Analyst-Grants and Projects will serve as the liaison to multiple principal investigators, department staff, and other key stakeholders to ensure the budget expenditures are aligned with the goals and objectives of the established budget for the grant, fund, and/or sub-award.  Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as required by the funder; reviewing monthly activity to ensure that it aligns with the budget and funding objectives; completing monthly reporting and reviews to the respective PI to ensure appropriate classifications.

Specifically, you will:

  • Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Budget Finance Analyst -Grants and Projects will also support the Advancement Team, which supports incoming grants and endowments, PI’s and other stakeholders that manage grants.
  • Monitors, verifies, and reconciles expenditures of budgeted funds, and prepares financial statements reflecting the status of programs and activities.
  • Analyzes financial data and prepares financial documents and reports for internal and external purposes.
  • Ensures compliance with organization and sponsoring agency policies and procedures.
  • Analyzes grants and contracts budget variance reports for salary and non-salary cost categories including projection of the award expenditures through the end of the project period.
  • Ensures timely and accurate interim and final financial reports of grants and contracts, in collaboration with Information Systems.
  • Review restricted accounts approving transaction requests by determining the allocability and allowability of the charges to the grants.
  • Perform ongoing reconciliation of the grant accounts versus budget and adhere to the monthly review to avoid cost transfers that may arise in the interim.
  • Track and review grant expiration dates.
  • Performs professional work requiring knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and a good understanding and application of concepts, theories, principles, and applied bases of accounting.
  • Prepare restricted funding endowment reporting, as requested.
  • Other duties as assigned.

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Legislative Affairs Manager: Philadelphia Corporation for Aging

This is a remote, hybrid position, full-time, exempt position located at the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging office at 642 N. Board Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130. Work responsibilities will occur largely during weekdays; however, some evening and weekend hours will be required in order to attend events and meetings, or to respond to urgent matters. Partial remote work (work from home) is permitted and expected.

Reporting to the Executive Administrator of Planning in the Planning Department, the Legislative Affairs Manager will play a key role in the planning, coordinating, and implementing of PCA’s advocacy efforts on behalf of older Philadelphians and adults with disabilities in Philadelphia. This position is responsible for developing and implementing an effective legislative affairs strategy for PCA, monitoring local, state, and federal legislation and regulations that impact PCA, and advising executive leadership accordingly. This position is also responsible for serving as the agency’s liaison with elected officials and their staff to support constituent and agency needs as well as serving on relevant committees. It will involve relationship building, problem solving, research, and information-sharing activities with public offices, government agencies, and other key community leadership entities.

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President: Baker Industries

About Baker Industries

Baker Industries (Baker) is one of the Philadelphia region’s most highly regarded workforce development programs serving and employing adults with barriers to employment since 1980. Each year, Baker provides paid work assignments and job readiness training in a trauma-informed setting for up to 200 individuals challenged by parole/probation, substance use disorder, disability, and homelessness. We bring talented, traditionally undervalued people off the sidelines into the workforce, working in a collaborative team environment to build skills and capabilities that prepare them for success with local companies. Dozens of individuals make the leap from Baker Industries to regular employment annually.

Unique among workforce development programs, Baker program participants perform real work for real customers for a real wage. We serve a wide range of local companies with packaging and mailing services, competing every day with for-profit entities. We believe there is no substitute for real work experience to prepare individuals for regular employment. We perform our work in two large, well- maintained warehouse operations, one in north Philadelphia (Kensington) and one in the western Philly suburbs (Malvern).

Individuals earn a paycheck from Baker Industries, along with innovative job readiness training and coaching that helps them reach their potential as effective and productive employees. Dozens progress to regular employment each year. Baker Industries strengthens communities across Philadelphia. We believe that a good job is foundational to addressing systemic poverty, recidivism, recovery and financial stability. Baker Industries says “yes” to job seekers who often only hear “no.” In doing so, Baker Industries changes lives.

The Opportunity

Baker Industries is looking for a President who can build upon a
strong foundation of tradition, while also bringing an innovative
and entrepreneurial mindset as Baker Industries looks to the
future. The President will be responsible for overseeing and
leading on strategic initiatives, trauma-informed programming,
operational efficiency, dynamic fundraising, and excellent
customer relations. Additionally, the President will continue to
foster collaborative community partnerships that forward Baker’s
mission and increase impact.

With an annual budget ranging from $2.2M – $2.4M, eight fulltime
staff, four part-time staff, and up to 70 program participants,
the President will be inheriting a strong balance sheet and team of
people to help realize its mission. The President will bring a
creative approach to revenue generation building upon a strong donor base of grants, individual giving, and business revenue from our packing services.

Reporting into the Board of Directors consisting of 21 diverse and talented professionals from across the Philadelphia business and community service sphere, the President will be a collaborative and communicative leader.

Leading with empathy and compassion, the President will be a hands-on leader, not only for the team but also the employees working within the program. Open to new ways to scale and impact, the President will bring a growth mindset ensuring that Baker Industries thrives in a dynamic landscape. The role is a unique opportunity to not only lead an organization focused on lasting impact but also support and serve a community that has been underserved.
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