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Student Services Manager: Philadelphia Outward Bound School

Outward Bound is an international educational movement dedicated to the belief that people are capable of far more than they know. Founded in 1992, Philadelphia Outward Bound School (POBS)’ mission is to change lives through challenge and discovery. POBS—serving PA, NJ, and northern DE—is one of 11 regional Outward Bound USA schools.

A robust non-profit educational organization, POBS engages youth and adults in experiential single and multi-day programs that inspire character development, leadership, and community service.

POBS is a partner in The Discovery Center, a public green space in East Fairmount Park operated with the National Audubon Society.

The Student Services Coordinator, a member of the POBS Admissions Department, helps participants, families and organizational partners through course selection, enrollment, and course completion processes.

With the POBS team, they track inquiries, manage the receipt of enrollment materials, screen medical forms and questionnaires, and perform follow up to assess the overall readiness of participants. They support planning for participant travel to and from course and assemble participant information for POBS Course Directors and instructors for use in the field.

Additionally, the Coordinator supports the distribution and collection of post-course evaluation forms, and connects new graduates to the alumni network.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Knowledge of course types, options and requirements.
Respond to prospective participant inquiries (voicemail and email); convert inquiries to enrollment and help reach enrollment goals.
Assist participants with appropriate course selection and/or guide participants to available course openings.
Schedule and conduct interviews for open enrollment participants in a timely manner, so participants can proceed with travel arrangements.
Support the medical screening process including Level I screening with physician, therapist, and family follow up.
Monitor course enrollment; compile and assemble applicant information.
Work with the Program Department to address under-enrolled programs in a timely manner.
Update Salesforce records; maintain accurate and timely information acquired through inquiries and screening calls.
Assemble and summarize accurate and complete information on each student for Course Directors and instructional staff prior to course planning.
Send alumni enrollment information, notices and opportunities to recent course graduates.
Send required paperwork to participating school group contacts.

SECONDARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate with Alumni and Scholarship Manager and Community Engagement Manager to ensure appropriate enrollment for merit scholarship recipients.
Respond to specialty admissions course inquiries (i.e. Veterans, Grieving Teens).
Assist in setting course briefings for schools and community organizations going on expedition; attend as needed.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Eagerness to learn Outward Bound educational philosophy, curriculum and course goals and outcomes, particularly courses and activities associated with backpacking and canoeing expeditions.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills; ability to interact with and engage staff, participants and family/guardians with compassion and integrity.
Ability to build effective relationships with POBS staff, organizational partners, and Outward Bound networks.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to problem-solve, prioritize, and multi-task.
Strong organizational skills; attention to detail, and follow through.
Experience using Salesforce database, Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, and Google Suite.
Must work well in a team environment and excel under pressure.

EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE

3+ years of demonstrated customer and participant services.
Background in a medical and/or mental health-related field beneficial.

Benefits

This position is eligible for benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision Plan, Paid Time Off and 401(k) retirement plan.
Opportunities for professional development, including Medical Screening Level 1,2, & 3, Wilderness First Responder Certification, other staff training.
Participation in nationwide discounted Outward Bound expeditions.

Please send a cover letter and resume to: Aisha Burrell; aburrell@pobs.org, and make sure to address any pertinent experience, including professional and personal experience that is relevant to this position.

Executive Director: East Falls Development Corporation

Organization Summary

The East Falls Development Corporation (EFDC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation in the East Falls neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA dedicated to the smart growth of East Falls. Our main work is in the East Falls Riverfront Business District and Conrad Street commercial corridor. We support local businesses and institutions to help with continued positive and community-based economic development in the East Falls community. The EFDC office is located inside a co-working space in 3580 IQL a beautifully renovated church situated on Indian Queen Lane in East Falls.

The Board of Directors relies on the Executive Director (ED) as the only full-time employee. EFDC is financially sound. The ED staffs the numerous volunteer committees, including the following: marketing and outreach, economic development, corridor management, governance and budget/finance. There are occasional ad hoc committee structures for the EFDC, including a Parking Lot Committee, as EFDC manages the parking lot under the Route 1 twin bridges on Ridge Avenue. The full Board meets monthly from September to May and the committees meet on an as-needed basis. The Executive Committee is comprised of the Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer and Secretary. The Board is made up of approximately 20 members from a diverse group of community members and institutional representatives.

Job Description – Executive Director

EFDC is seeking an Executive Director who understands the importance of community relationships while also possessing excellent organizational skills, entrepreneurial energy, flexibility, and imagination to further the positive economic development in East Falls.

The position can accommodate flexible scheduling needs and affords opportunities to collaborate with other influential community leaders and public officials on broad-based city initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have excellent organization and communication skills and strong business acumen to attract and retain business to the commercial corridor. The individual may come from small business, commercial corridor work, a non-profit organization, or management in a larger business, but must be self-motivated and capable of functioning effectively in an independent environment.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director manages all day-to-day organization operations, leads and coordinates efforts to plan real estate development, manages the commercial corridors and business relationships, and promotes the East Falls district as a regional destination.

The Duties of the Executive Director include:

· Identify, cultivate and recruit new businesses and investors, and support existing businesses in the East Falls commercial corridors.

· Research, identify, secure, and manage funding; including grants, loans or other incentives from private and city and state agencies for operations support and special projects along the corridor.

· Coordinate activities of EFDC volunteer committees, ensure good communications between and among committees and the Board, and assist committees in implementing their work plans.

· Shape, manage and drive all traditional communications, website, social media, and print media for the organization.

· Build strong and productive working relationships with public agencies, other non-profits, local developers, property owners and merchants, and other commercial corridors in the City.

· Develop and implement an annual budget and fund-raising plan.

· Manage all day-to-day administration of the EFDC organization.

· Operate, manage and maintain EFDC parking lot and organization office.

· Participate with the Board of Directors in developing a vision, strategic plan and programs to guide and grow the organization when applicable.

· Enhance the Organization’s image by being active and visible in the community, working closely with other professional, civic and private organizations.

· Effective use of social media platforms to increase public awareness of, knowledge about and marketing of EFDC.

Required Skills, Education and Experience:

· Ability to work independently.

· Demonstrated leadership ability.

· Knowledge and direct practical fundraising and grant writing experience.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills; public speaking experience is desirable.

· Proven marketing skills and experience, including social media.

· Knowledge of basic accounting and standard office software packages.

· Budgeting, fiscal accountability

Recommended Skills, Education and Experience:

· Wordpress

· Quickbooks / other accounting software

· Parkmobile / merchant services accounts

Minimum of three to five years of experience in:

· Business, marketing, or real estate.

· Commercial corridors, Business Improvement Districts, Main Street programs or similar neighborhood commercial districts.

· Administration in a management capacity, or non-profit board membership.

· Knowledge of non-profit accounting, record-keeping procedures and state and federal reporting requirements for 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations is preferred.

· Direct experience working with and negotiating with vendors; insurance carriers; and communication with public agencies, especially local municipal agencies within the City of Philadelphia.

· Direct experience with City of Philadelphia business improvement programs and other successful business development strategies, previous experience as a Corridor Manager in a similar urban area is a significant plus.

· Demonstrated experience and aptitude for building and managing a diverse stakeholder community in support of the organization’s mission.

· Bachelor’s degree required; graduate work in a relevant field is preferred.

Salary:

$55,000-$60,000. Dependent on education and experience.

Interested Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter by April 30, 2021. Address to Search Committee and send to heidi.grunwald@eastfallspa.com. All interested applicants who make the list of finalists will be contacted no later than May 15^th, 2021.

Director of Community Engagement: Green Tree Community Health Foundation

The Director of Community Engagement position is a full-time, exempt position that is primarily responsible for the grants process as well as holding significant responsibility for the planning and production of communications and fund development activities. This person reports to and works with the Executive Director.

This position requires strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize as well as multi-task. Community Engagement as it relates to grants requires the ability to work with local non-profit organizations as they move through the application process as well as the volunteers involved in the process. This includes phone calls, email, tracking applications using the online portal, and site visits. Communications and development are part of the role as we seek to support local organizations and leaders. Currently we push notifications out and repost information at the

request of organizations, we share valuable knowledge regarding health equity within the community we serve, and look for ways to educate the broader community about needs that exist.

*The office is located in Northwest Philadelphia.*

Main Areas of Responsibility

Community Engagement:

· This person will be effective at building relationships with community members, leaders, etc in order to partner and affect health equity in our region.

· As a part of Green Tree’s strategic plan, they will implement a community grants process incorporating a trust-based philanthropy model.

· Incorporate grantee feedback into the grants process.

· Tasks include site-visits, managing grants database, and creation of reports for the Board, auditors, etc.

Communications and Development:

· This person will promote narratives that affirm the leadership of existing community leaders and supports community-led efforts.

· They will increase constituents’ awareness of health equity issues in communities we serve (e.g. e-blasts, newsletter creation and distribution, etc).

· Administrative tasks include items such as: donor acknowledgement letters, CRM data entry, and creation/promotion of events

Qualities

· Mission aligned, shares our vision for health equity, and committed to our guiding principles

Flexible & adaptable as we build out our strategic plan

· Enjoys learning

· Self-starter/proactive with considerable judgement, initiative, and independence while working on a small, high-performing team

· Good time management and organizational skills

· Good at building and maintaining relationships

· Able to work comfortably with a diverse population

· Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills

· Team player who can collaborate with others

· Able to maintain confidentiality

· Excellent ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

· Able to travel within the catchment area

Professional Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience is required– experience in social work and /or public health highly preferred
Five years of experience in a professional setting minimum
Nonprofit or foundation experience preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite applications (Office, Word, Excel, Power Point)
Familiarity with Network for Good and Foundant (grants management) database management a plus

Benefits

· Full benefits package including fully paid Health/Vision/Dental, life, long/short term disability, and 403b matching

· Paid Holiday/Vacation/Sick

Include resume, cover letter, and writing sample

Applicants are strongly encouraged to use the cover letter to express what about this role is of interest and/or why/how you are suited to this specific position. I actually do read them before I read your resume.
A writing sample is requested here rather than having you come to the office as part of the interview. Many people ask, “What do you mean ‘writing sample’?” Quality submissions include any past professional writing, promo creation, letters, a short essay response to the prompt ‘why I believe health equity matters.’

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Executive Director: Literacy Council of Norristown

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is vested with the authority and responsibility to develop, administer, and monitor all program activities of the Literacy Council of Norristown (“LCN”) in accordance with its stated purpose and within the general policies. The Executive Director provides leadership and direction to LCN staff members; conducts the affairs of LCN, applying policies, and managing the operations of LCN and the activities of its staff members; participates in local, regional and national events and activities that promote the Organization and its mission. The Executive Director serves as the principal professional resource to the Board of Directors.

Core Responsibilities:

Fundraising:

Prepares and submits annual proposal(s) for State and Federal grants
Oversees the preparation and submission of grant proposals
Procures new grant sources
Actively manages donor databases
Manages relationships with key stakeholders such as, individual donors, foundations, businesses, nonprofits, etc.
Oversees annual appeal and fundraiser

Fiscal Management:

Exercises fiscal management of Program and Staff
Manages budget (with support from Board Treasurer, Finance Committee, and book- keeper) and reports on details to Board
Provides oversight of donor gratitude campaigns

Board Relationship Management:

Communicates and collaborates with the Board of Directors in policy development, strategic thinking, and operations management

Promotion and Community Involvement:

Acts as liaison among Literacy Council and community agencies and organizations
Plans and manages LCN community events
Oversees promotion of LCN and its activities
Manages LCN’s digital presence including website, social media, email campaigns, etc.

Personnel Management:

Supervises and evaluates all teachers, office workers, and security staff as well as prospective teachers and tutors

Facility Management:

Acts as liaison with facility providers
Ensures office is open and operational

Curriculum/Instruction:

Manages student population and Program Acceptance Criteria
Supports volunteers/tutors
Attends and/or introduces Tutor Training Workshops (4-5/year)
Oversees all record keeping and data submission activities related to education/instruction
Oversees all English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) classes including: oversee proper student admission, evaluation, placement, and follow-up
Manages student assessments
Teaches or manages classes (as needed both internally and externally)

Professional Development:

Attends appropriate workshops, meetings, and seminars
Actively develops team members’ talent and skill set
Consistently coaches and provides feedback
Holds others accountable, inspires others, and acts as a change champion

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree, preferred Masters in Nonprofit Management, Social Work or Business Administration a plus, or MA TESOL
Experience with ESOL or adult education
Experience with online education resources
A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in supervisory, financial, and administrative responsibility in nonprofit or governmental human service organizations
Experience in non-profit operations, fundraising, communications, strategic planning, and personnel management
Comfort with being the public face and advocate of the organization
Proficiency in Spanish preferred

Position Expectations

Flexible schedule (twice weekly evening and occasional weekend support required)
Have (or are willing to develop) a pulse on the Norristown community
Good natured, kind hearted, flexible, and accepting nature
Willing to start remotely during the COVID19 pandemic and eventually based in the Norristown office of the LCN when things return to normal
Able to provide a satisfactory background check

Salary range and benefits compensation are commensurate with experience.

Qualified candidates please email a cover letter, resume, and salary expectations to: careers@lcnlit.org

Job Classification: Full-time, exempt. Generous paid time off included.

Salary: $45-$55K annually depending on experience and LCN Board of Directors approval.

Resumes will be reviewed after April 2, 2021.

Lunch & Literacy Program Director, W. Phila: Mighty Writers

Mighty Writers is a nonprofit that teaches kids, seven to 17, to think and write with clarity. Our free, out-of-school writing programs in have grown to serve 3,500 kids a year. We currently have six locations in Philadelphia, including a bilingual (Spanish/English) site in the Italian Market section of Philadelphia, a hub of the Mexican American community. We also have a bilingual site in Chester County, PA; a site in Camden, NJ; and pilot programs in Atlantic City, Trenton and Newark, NJ.

Position Description

The MW Program Director will oversee management of one of our sites, serving 500+ kids and teens. S/he will work with the Mighty Writers leadership team to sustain the organization’s signature programs. The MW Program Director will establish and oversee an aggressive lineup of out-of-school programs, five afternoons/evenings a week, supported in large part by a robust volunteer program. From time of hire through August 2021, the only in-person program is our outdoor Lunch & Literacy distribution, daily Monday through Friday from 12-2pm. In-person programming will resume September 2021 with a limited afterschool program.

The successful applicant will be entrepreneurial: able to build unique programs, to be accountable and to take ownership of program results. S/he will have high expectations for students, will work well with diverse constituencies and will have a good rapport with people of all ages and backgrounds, including children, teenagers, parents and volunteers. S/he will be self-motivated, work well under pressure and be able to handle several projects at one time. S/he will have good judgment and an eye for detail; as well as the ability to see the big picture.

Administrative & Teaching Responsibilities

Be the full-time face of Mighty Writers and continue to build community within and around the center,
Recruit kids and teens for programs, workshops and mentorships through targeted outreach to students, parents, educators and community members,
Manage volunteer program, to include no less than 100 active volunteers annually,
Manage and implement writing curriculum for the MW Academy four days a week for kids in grades 3-8, serving as lead instructor for up to 21 youth in one Academy program,
Manage a series of writing workshops,
Schedule and support college prep programs for high school students, including college essay writing events,
Manage an internship program that may include college and high school students,
Recommend youth to our one-to-one mentorship program,
Support evaluation to track and measure student progress across programs,
With support from our Operations Manager, oversee all operations, such as:
Troubleshoot physical site issues as needed (electric, HVAC, plumbing)
Keep sites in good shape
Outfit spaces with new/current technology and replace as needed
Update décor as needed
Systems (computers, phones)
Be one of the public faces of the organization and represent Mighty Writers to the media, other organizations and the public at large,
Remain knowledgeable and informed regarding any issues, regulations or professional standards that may impact Mighty Writers’ policies or operations,
Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent or sensitive information.

Education and Work Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in Education, Arts Administration, Liberal Arts, History, English (preferred, but not required); and/or equivalent prior experience

· Experience working directly with city youth in an educational setting

· Understanding of community youth development programming

Qualifications

· Minimum of 5 years of direct experience working with youth in an education-focused environment,

A strongly held educational philosophy of how to inspire kids to write and succeed,
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills,
Strong research, organizational, time management and computer skills,
Proven management and leadership capabilities,
Interest, enthusiasm and affinity for working with children, youth and adults.

To apply:

Please submit resume and cover letter. Cover letter should answer these questions:

· What is your educational philosophy of how to inspire kids to write and succeed? Where does this philosophy come from?

· How does your previous work and life experience qualify you to take on this position managing a Mighty Writers center?

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Mighty Writers provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Mighty Writers complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.

To apply:

Please submit resume and cover letter. Cover letter should answer these questions:

· What is your educational philosophy of how to inspire kids to write and succeed? Where does this philosophy come from?

· How does your previous work and life experience qualify you to take on this position managing a Mighty Writers center?

Executive Director: Bebashi

Bebashi – Transition to Hope is a nonprofit community health organization that empowers Greater Philadelphia’s disenfranchised communities to enhance their overall health and well-being. Bebashi’s services and programs include: sexual health education, HIV medical case management and prevention, and hunger relief. Bebashi’s unique core competency is providing holistic, culturally sensitive health and wellness in communities of color.

Bebashi seeks a visionary and passionate culture builder and leader of leaders for its next Executive Director. They will work closely with the Board and staff to determine the organization’s next phase of growth, to include: the business development and programmatic initiatives on which to focus resources; strengthening organizational infrastructure, capacity, and culture; engaging and leveraging the Board’s skills and role; and raising and diversifying sustainable funds in a continually evolving environment.

The ideal candidate will be energized by and skilled in development and execution of strategy, raising the public profile of the organization while building relationships with partners and funders, and advancing an organizational culture of excellence. Experience in health policy and community-based health serving communities of color is preferred. A foundational understanding of inequities in the public health system and becoming a public champion for Bebashi’s mission is a must.

About Bebashi – Transition to Hope

Founded in 1985, Bebashi was the first Black-led and Black-serving organization in the United States to address the AIDS crisis. The organization was launched as a full-service HIV/AIDS organization with special interest in serving low-income people of color with HIV disease. It remains one of Philadelphia’s largest community-based minority providers of HIV/AIDS education and services.

Bebashi has built on this rich history by continuing to provide the critical services of HIV medical case management and prevention to predominantly low-income, African American clients. Today, Bebashi has expanded programming directly informed by the needs of their clients including hunger relief services, navigation services, and programming and education for LGBTQ+ participants.

Bebashi – Transition to Hope is uniquely positioned to become the leading comprehensive health and wellness organization for disenfranchised communities and people of color across the Philadelphia region. The Executive Director will build on a strong foundation supported by a dedicated Board and diverse, committed staff to execute on opportunities identified through a recent strategic planning process:

Raise the public profile of the organization, its untold and unparalleled history, evolution, and future vision.
Identify, assess, and then execute on partnership and business development prospects.
Leverage core competencies and strategic relationships to grow programs and their reach, particularly among young men, LGBTQ+ communities, and women of color.
Develop a best-in-class organizational culture of excellence, transparency, professional advancement, and trauma-informed approaches to management and service.
Organize, support, and empower a talented and tight-knit leadership team.
Strengthen and position Bebashi to be an employer of choice.
Strengthen organizational capacity: diversify revenue, implement financial controls, and support the Board to serve in strategic capacity to the organization.

Compensation

$135,000-$145,000 annually with benefits aligned with nonprofit industry standards.

Background of Ideal Candidate

An experienced, passionate leader with a demonstrable record of accomplishment in leading organizations primed for growth, and who can: support the leadership and development of the executive team and Board, raise funds and advance external relationships, create and maintain an organizational culture of empowerment and collaboration, take an entrepreneurial approach to program expansion and delivery, and drive operations. A fundamental understanding of and commitment to health equity, social justice, and the staff and communities Bebashi serves is a must.

Professional Characteristics

12-15 years of nonprofit or equivalent experience, with a minimum of 5 years in leadership and management roles incorporating operational, financial, programmatic, and board and external relations functions.
Demonstrated ability in fund and business development, including externally representing an organization.
Experience in innovative/growth-oriented nonprofits preferred.
Proven experience creating and then leading a cohesive organizational culture a must.
Experience in driving implementation of strategy in a growth-oriented, community-based organization. Demonstrable experience in community-based health services with an equity lens is preferred.
Proven track record in developing a culture of assessment across an organization, ensuring systems of accountability across fiscal and staff oversight, as well as board relations and/or management.
Skilled in serving as a thought partner to a board at a critical juncture of growth.
Commitment to providing services to disenfranchised communities of color in Philadelphia.
Entrepreneurial person, capable and comfortable identifying areas for opportunity, assessing risk, and growing an organization.
Experience in evaluating operations, finances, staffing model, and programs and, then, implementing improvements in alignment with goals and overall mission.
Skilled in working in a collaborative manner to build relationships with multiple stakeholders. A demonstrated capacity to understand the interests of nonprofits, partners, policymakers, government agencies.
Familiarity with communities, peers, policymakers, and the philanthropic landscape in Philadelphia preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Organizational Management

Lead implementation of the strategic plan.
Develop and advance strategies for staff succession and staff development.
Empower and manage staff to have the autonomy to lead on their work portfolios and the support to be successful and grow.
Develop internal strategies to provide trauma-informed supports to staff.
Oversee fiscal management to assure a balanced budget. Report regularly to the board regarding the organization’s financial status.
Develop an annual budget, fundraising plan, and audit.

Programs and Business Development

Work with staff to develop and implement program priorities and develop a plan for programmatic growth.
Encourage and lead efforts to expand the populations Bebashi programming currently serves.
Define the level and role of ‘advocacy’ for Bebashi.
Nurture and grow partnerships and collaborations with other nonprofits, government agencies, and local businesses.

Resource Development

Develop, oversee, and monitor Bebashi’s funding strategies with a focus on generating sustainable and unrestricted revenue.
Steward and expand relationships with funders and donors.

External Relations

Represent Bebashi as primary spokesperson to develop a high-profile presence for the organization.

Board Relations

Serve as a thought partner to expand governance capacity of the Board.
Create and oversee policy, annual and long-range organizational objectives, program goals, and strategies for engaging the Board.
Develop and recommend annual budget for Board approval.
Monitor and report to the Board on progress, performance, and fiscal solvency.

Staff

Direct-Reports: Director of Programs & Administration, Director of Development, Director of Finance, HR Manager

Finances

Bebashi has an annual operating budget of approximately $3.6M, from 340B Program Revenue (36%), Government Grants (47%), Other Contracts (10%), and Other Sources (7%).

Service Area

Bebashi is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Bebashi provides essential services and has remained open throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the critical and visible nature of the role, the Executive Director is expected to have a consistent presence in the office and based in the Philadelphia area.

Application Process

Email your resume and a one-page cover letter that conveys why you are well suited for this position and how it fits into your career to: Monica York at monica@diverseforce.com. No paper copies, please. Application should be emailed by March 31, 2021. This is the final date for applications. Please disregard dates noted elsewhere on the job site. The confirmation of receipt of application will be sent by return email. Interviews of preferred candidates will be arranged forthwith. No phone calls, please.

Director of Development: The Philadelphia Youth Network

We are hiring an experienced Development Director to help us keep growing. If you are dedicated and ambitious, Philadelphia Youth Network is an excellent place to grow your career. Don’t hesitate to apply.

The Director of Development is responsible for oversight and day-to-day management of the Development Department, including supervision of the Grants Manager. Duties include:

· Work closely with the Executive Vice President and CEO to develop and implement PYN’s fundraising strategies

· Work cross functionally in leading PYN’s development efforts

· Assuring that all stages of fund development processes are executed efficiently and effectively

· Lead PYN Board fundraising efforts

· Co-staff the Board’s Communications and Development Committee

· Work closely with the Finance department to assure that expenditures align with funding parameters

Primary responsibilities include:

Fund Development

· Support the development of a long-term vision for fund development at PYN

· Assure the department engages in on-going assessment and identification of funding prospects

· Align funding prospects with organizational priorities

· Coordinate with staff from partner organizations in joint development efforts

· Oversee/create high-quality collateral related to funding requests/awards (proposals, budgets, reports, contribution letters, letters of support)

· Maintain a system for tracking all deliverables to which PYN has committed as well as other reporting requirements, working with staff to ensure timely completion of all funding obligations

· Maintain a system for tracking the organization’s funding streams, making information accessible to staff as needed

Internal Collaboration

· Help foster a culture of shared ownership of fund-development efforts across the organization

· Working in tandem with other functional units, contribute to the development of new and to the refinement of existing initiatives to realize PYN’s vision

· Facilitate start-up meetings for implementation of newly funded or refunded initiatives

· Prepare regular development reports for executives and Board of Directors

· Work closely with the Directors of other functional units in crafting messages that articulate PYN’s mission and vision in engaging stakeholders and in developing programmatic interventions

Overall

· Supervise the Grants Manager, including addressing the professional development needs of staff through coaching, modeling and training

· Develop and manage the department budget

· Support overall organizational and External Relations’ division priorities

· Work cross functionally to develop and implement the development strategy

· Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience & Skills Required:

· Master’s Degree preferred

· CFRE preferred

· Five to seven years of experience, including at least three years managing staff, with a particular focus on corporate, foundation and government giving

· Proven track record of initiating, cultivating and managing relationships with funders and demonstrated success in generating revenues to support organizational efforts

· Existing local and national network is ideal

· Knowledge of local, regional and national education reform and workforce development issues/strategies strongly preferred

· Demonstrated understanding of the role of intermediary organizations

· Research skills

· Proficiency in DonorPerfect preferred

· Familiarity with budgeting processes

· Capacity to work effectively in cross-functional teams

· Willingness to engage, learn and grow continuously

· Strong verbal and public-speaking skills.

· Persuasive writer with expert copy-editing skills and command of grammar, spelling and word usage.

· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

· Strong analytical and organizational skills.

· Able to take ownership and drive activities to completion.

· Ability to work quickly under pressure and to balance multiple tasks and responsibilities

· Ability to employ flexibility and creativity in the face of ambiguity and challenge.

· Experience in and comfort level with fast-paced, dynamic environments and complex organizations

· Successful completion of background checks (PA State Criminal, PA Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse, U.S. Department of Justice National Sex Offender Registry, and F.B.I. fingerprinting.)

The Philadelphia Youth Network is an impactful non-profit changing the lives of young people between the ages of 12-24 by creating education and employment opportunities. The Philadelphia Youth Network creates collective impact by leveraging partnerships, resources and talent to alleviate poverty and promote equity for youth. PYN values talent and seeks to provide an equitable and fair working environment, maintaining policies that promote flexibility, encourages creativity and honors diversity and authenticity. PYN is a dynamic, fast paced organization, pursuing transformational outcomes for young people. Learn more at pyninc.org.

Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume with salary requirements to jobopps@pyninc.org and please indicate Director of Development in the subject line.

The Philadelphia Youth Network values the safety of our staff, our partners, and our young people. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, PYN is following safe practice guidelines and operating temporarily remote until further notice. Please contact hrdepartment@pyninc.org with questions about PYN’s remote work.

Director Individual Giving: Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation

DEPARTMENT: Development

POSITION: Director of Individual Giving

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt (Salaried)

REPORTS TO: Senior Vice President of Development

THE FREE LIBRARY OF PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION:

The Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that supports the city of Philadelphia’s public library system. Increasingly, the Library relies on private support to provide the critical programs and resources necessary to advance literacy, guide learning and inspire curiosity throughout the Philadelphia region.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Individual Giving is a senior member of the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation’s Development team and conceptualizes and manages the Free Library Foundation’s annual fundraising programs, which include premier membership (The Pepper Society), young professionals membership (The Ravens Society), and family membership (The Knee Hi Society), as well as the Free Library Fund. The Director carries a portfolio of leadership prospects and is responsible for fundraising goals of $2M+.

In addition to directing annual giving programs, The Director of Individual Giving manages the volunteer councils that support membership acquisition and stewardship. She/he directs all acquisition, renewal, and stewardship activity, including relationship cultivation, events, and benefits administration. This position oversees a robust direct marketing program, and is responsible for messaging and coordination of this successful fundraising strategy. In addition, this position is responsible for overseeing all programmatic aspects of the Individual Giving program, working closely with the events team to plan dinners, receptions, trips, author experiences, and more.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Director of Individual Giving:

Envisions, implements, and directs strategy to ensure continued growth of individual annual giving programs at the Free Library.

Cultivates and solicits Pepper Society and leadership annual giving prospects with the goal of increasing giving.

Meets mutually agreed upon goals for outreach, cultivation, and solicitation.

Manages the Library’s volunteers as they advocate and support development efforts to expand the membership programs.

Supervises the Membership Programs Coordinator and Individual Giving Coordinator, whose responsibilities include overseeing successful donor engagement, acquisition, benefit administration, and stewardship.

Works with the Manager of Special Events to plan strategy for donor recognition and cultivation events for members and other donors.

Works closely with the Foundation’s communications team to engage donors through monthly newsletters, social media, and other platforms, contributing to content development and overseeing the calendar for development communications.

Performs other duties as assigned

PREFERRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Experience in individual giving, with management responsibilities.

Experience in developing and implementing development strategies, including membership and annual fund programs, and in forming donor engagement programs or improving existing programs.

Experience in creating and monitoring revenue and expense budgets.

Experience in donor cultivation and moves management, including renewals, recapture and upgrading individual donors.

A strong background in volunteer management and volunteer leadership development.

Ability to work independently, setting goals for this position and for team members, and overseeing progress toward goals, including the ability to change course and revise strategies when needed.

Excellent organizational skills with great attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects.

Excellent oral and written communications skills .

Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Microsoft Word and Excel.

Knowledge of Blackbaud’s Altru or Raiser’s Edge, or similar fundraising program.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of five to seven years of progressive development experience and a proven record of success.

Bachelor’s degree.

Education Level:

Bachelors Degree

To Apply

Please submit your resume to Shara Pollie, Sr. Vice President of Development at PollieS@freelibrary.org

Assistant Manager of Visitor Services: Philadelphia Museum of Art

We Are Committed to an Inclusive Workplace
At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including those from traditionally underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected status.

How You Will Contribute

The Visitor Services Assistant Manager models superior customer service while ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for visitors in the public areas throughout the museum. They coordinate the activities of the Visitor Services Assistants and monitor visitor experience throughout the museum, redeploying staff resources as necessary to ensure a friendly and informative experience for all.

The Visitor Services Assistant Manager serves as the point-person for any complications that arise in the admissions area and throughout the public areas of the museum, including software or equipment malfunctions, gallery experience, line management, and resolving visitor concerns. Most of the Visitor Services Assistant Manager’s day is spent on the floor interacting with our visitors and staff.

Specifically, you will…

Lead the Visitor Services team by demonstrating extraordinary customer service skills.
At all times, be a welcoming and informed presence for visitors while motivating team members to do the same.
Ensure all visitor facing spaces, and personal workspaces, adhere to museum standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
Relieve Visitor Services Assistants (VSA) for breaks; covering admissions, coat check, gallery posts and other functions as needed throughout the day.
Train new VSA’s in both customer service and the technical aspects of their job.
Monitor activities in public spaces and intervene to proactively resolve issues before they escalate, with the goal of ensuring a smooth and pleasant experience for visitors.
Identify areas for improvement within the department and make recommendations to the Director of Visitor Services.
Work collaboratively with staff across the museum.
Assist in Scheduling VSA’s for all daily, special events and other shifts as needed.
Assist Visitor Services Manager(s) with the orientation and onboarding of new staff.
Assist Visitor Services Manager(s) with performance management of staff.
Ensure all Visitor Services Assistants have the information and supplies needed to carry out their assigned tasks successfully; check in at each of the stations throughout the day.
Responsible for daily opening and closing procedures.
Ensure accuracy of timecards submitted for VSA’s.
Perform other tasks as directed by the Director of Visitor Services.

Your background includes…

High School diploma, some college coursework preferred or equivalent relevant experience.
Outstanding customer service skills; prior customer service experience required.
Prior experience supervising or managing employees required.
Fluency in English; other language(s) a plus.
Excellent computer skills; familiarity with point-of-sale software a plus.
Good judgement, detail oriented, strong communication and problem-solving skills required.
Friendly and professional demeanor.
Genuine interest in communicating with and assisting others.
A track record of dependability and punctuality are essential.
Personal interest in the arts or a related field preferred, but not necessary.
Experience in hospitality, customer service and/or retail preferred.
Ability to work a varied schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume with your online application at:

https://philamuseum.applytojob.com/apply/fcQpNSW00I/Assistant-Manager-Of…

City of Philadelphia Public Art Director: Office of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, City of Philadelphia

The Office of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy (OACCE) seeks a Public Art Director (“Director”) to steward the City of Philadelphia’s Public Art collection of over 1000 works, believed to be one of the largest and oldest city-owned collections in the United States. Located in indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the city, this extraordinary collection reflects Philadelphia’s rich history, diverse communities, and Philadelphia’s long-standing commitment to the arts. The City of Philadelphia’s public art is located in every neighborhood and is one of the City’s greatest assets.

The Director is tasked with establishing and enforcing the City’s public art policies; ensuring that the requirements of the Percent for Art Ordinance are met; managing the process of commissioning new artworks as required by that ordinance; overseeing conservation and collection management; and performing research, fundraising, public relations, and communications functions pertaining to the City’s collection of public art.

The Director reports to the City of Philadelphia’s Chief Cultural Officer.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Percent for Art Program:

The Director oversees all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the City’s Percent for Art Program.

Identifies capital-eligible projects for Percent for Art funding, implements the Percent for Art Ordinance as required, and manages artist competitions;
Works with representatives of various City departments, site representatives, project architects, and community representatives to discuss the building design, site plans, materials, artwork locations and aesthetics to successfully integrate artwork into each site;
Develops and distributes all Requests for Qualifications and Request for Proposals;
Works with the internal City operating departments to develop the contracts and ensure compliance with equal opportunity goals;
Oversees the assembly of the Percent for Art Committee for each public art commission that is responsible for the selection of the artists and the artworks.
Facilitates the integration of the art project with the design and construction process;
Manages ongoing correspondence, meetings, and approval of artwork at specific milestones; and
Facilitates conversation with the public through community engagement events such as workshops, virtual and in-person meetings, open houses, and surveys.

Conservation and Collection Management:

The Director oversees the conservation and restoration of City-owned artwork.

Seeks capital and outside funding for conservation and restoration activities;
Drafts conservation Requests for Proposals, manages the contracting selection and implementation process;
Manages condition assessments, collection files, public art inventory databases and utilizes them for short and long-range project planning including future deaccessioning, conservation, and relocation;
Coordinates and manages conservation work as well as temporary and permanent relocation of City-owned public art;
Contracts with and oversees art handlers, riggers, and conservators;
Ensures the routine maintenance of the City’s collection of public art including emergency treatment, removal of graffiti and acts of vandalism to artwork; and
Ensures that conservation treatments and collection management activities are performed per scope of proposal and treatment report.

Donation Management:

The Director manages the policies and processes related to proposed donations of public art, memorials, and monuments to the City of Philadelphia.

Serves as the point of contact for organizations and individuals intending to establish memorials or other public art for placement on City-owned property; and
Liaise between the potential commissioning entities and the City Agencies and Commissions required to review and approve such proposals.

Communications:

The Director will further foster the relationship between Philadelphians and the City’s public art collection.

Develop an accessible public facing database;
Responds to requests from the public and the media, providing information and raising awareness of the City-owned public art collection;
Updates and testifies before City Council on needs or projects related to public art;
Provides content and approves of public art related printed and digital material; and
Ensures public art related activities and news on the website is up-to-date and accurate.

Committee Participation:

The Director participates in an advisory capacity on several committees.

Serves as City’s public art liaison to the Philadelphia Art Commission for the approval of artworks commissioned through the Percent for Art Program, and for conservation treatments and maintenance of existing city-owned artwork;
Acts as an advisor to the Philadelphia Art Commission regarding recommendations on the public art collection; and
Serves as staff to the Mayor’s Cultural Advisory Committee – Public Art Subcommittee and to the Conservation Advisory Committee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated Knowledge of:

Art in public spaces
Project management
Managing timelines and deliverables
Preparing and monitoring budgets
Computer and database literacy

Ability to:

Multi-task and monitor multiple projects simultaneously
Communicate effectively (both written and verbal) for internal and external purposes and with communities
Problem-solve with limited supervision
Work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines and changing priorities
Excel in a fast-paced and demanding environment
Manage time efficiently and have excellent organizational skills
Demonstrate sound judgment and make informed decisions
Record, track, organize, and analyze data and documents

Training and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required, Master’s degree preferred. A minimum of 6 years of administrative experience in public art, arts non-profit management, city planning, art history, curatorial work, creative industry, and/or government organization are required. Demonstrated proficiencies in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint are also required. Experience in any or all of the following is a plus: conservation, history, education, research, cataloging, grant writing, community engagement, and willingness to work on a full range of tasks – from analytical to administrative-is a must.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: Must be a Philadelphia resident, must be able to work remotely while COVID-19 restrictions are in place and to meet on-site at indoor and outdoor project locations throughout Philadelphia at various times. The possibility for additional evening or weekend hours will occur during program-heavy weeks. Candidate must pass a background check.

Physical and mental demands: Position requires a high level of mental concentration and commitment.

Compensation: This is a full-time exempt position with an annual salary range of $87,000-97,000. The City of Philadelphia offers a generous benefits package that includes medical insurance, prescription coverage, dental and optical coverage, flexible spending accounts, paid leave, life insurance, deferred compensation, and retirement benefits.

Education Level:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required, Master’s degree preferred.

To Apply

Please send a resume, 3 samples of previous projects you coordinated, 2 writing samples (one page each), and a cover letter to: arts@phila.gov with a subject line Public Art Director. Phone calls will not be accepted. Application materials are due April 23, 2021.