Director of Education Programs: Franklin Institute

The Franklin Institute, the most visited museum in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, strives to be the world leader in promoting science and technology education and literacy through inspiring and engaging experiences that cultivate curiosity, critical thinking, and an understanding of the crucial role science plays in our lives.

At The Franklin Institute, we provide an environment that is as nurturing as it is dynamic. Our team-oriented approach allows for ample learning and career growth opportunities. We think you will find the Institute offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents. We are eager for your input, ideas, and inspiration.

Position Description:

The Director of Education Programs will be responsible for all aspects of design, development, and implementation of education programs for informal and formal settings. The successful candidate will lead a team that collaborates with other departments across the organization.  The successful candidate will play a lead role in the execution of on-site and digital education experiences for local, regional, and national contexts. The Director of Education Programs will also be responsible for:

  • Working collaboratively across The Franklin Institute to support the educational mission
  • Providing direction and set expectations for team projects and scope of work
  • Managing program evaluations
  • Overseeing department and project finances
  • Business planning and fundraising (e.g. grant writing)
  • Establishing and communicating expectations of staff, partners, budgets and timelines
  • Building and sustaining strategic partnerships
  • Serving as liaison with current project partners
  • Guiding program sustainability after grants end
  • Leading dissemination of findings through conferences, webinars, etc.
  • Building capacity for sustainable revenue models for professional development (PD) related projects and initiatives
  • Flexibility to assume duties as assigned related to education programming

Position Requirements

  • Master’s degree in science or education, Ph.D. preferred
  • At least 8-10 years of experience creating and leading sustainable education programs, Developing and disseminating content, and building and managing partnerships
  • Proven skills managing creative teams and large projects
  • Experience developing and implementing grant-seeded programs
  • Strong program management skills are essential

Benefits Information:

The Franklin Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance and disability coverage. We also offer generation Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and numerous wellness program benefits.

The Franklin Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability or protected veteran status.

To Apply

Please visit our Careers page at https://www.fi.edu/join-our-team/job-openings or contact employment@fi.edu (please indicate the position for which you are applying in the subject line). We look forward to hearing from you!

Program Manager: Woori Center

Established in late 2018, Woori Center (wooricenterpa.org)’s mission is to organize Korean and Asian Americans to achieve social, racial and economic justice. Serving the Greater Philadelphia, Woori Center empowers the most vulnerable community members including the low-income, recent immigrant, limited English proficient, undocumented, youth, women and seniors. Through education, social service, community organizing, public policy advocacy, civic participation and arts & culture programs, Woori Center ensures that these community members can impact progressive change at the local and state levels. Woori Center is an affiliate of NAKASEC (National Korean American Service and Education Consortium).

The Program Manager will oversee and coordinate Woori Center’s civic engagement and community service programs and will report to the Executive Director. Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Civic Engagement
• Develop, implement and evaluate Woori Center’s civic and voter engagement program, including voter registration, non-partisan voter education, voter turn-out efforts, and field/data tracking.
• Develop and implement base-building program in conjunction with Woori Center’s Advocacy and Community Service programs.
• Disseminate information about Woori Center’s civic engagement program via traditional, ethnic and social media in collaboration with the Center’s Communication Associate.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director in respect of program budget.
• Ensures a collaborative team-based approach among programs and services, optimizing available resources.

Direct Immigrant Service
• Develop, implement and evaluate Woori Center’s Immigrant Service program.
• Coordinate outreach for the community services collaborating with Woori Center’s core programs staff.
• Provide direct services including case management for DACA application/renewal and naturalization services.

Coalition Building
• Actively participate in relevant coalitions on behalf of Woori Center.
• Develop and grow relationships with new and non-traditional partners.
• Represent Woori Center at conferences, meetings and events as needed.

Experience & Skills Needed
• Strong understanding of issues facing the Asian American community and other marginalized communities including people of color, women, and LGBTQ community members and ready to resist racism, patriarchy, homophobia, classism and ableism.
• Experience organizing Asian Americans towards social, racial and economic justice issues.
• Ability to build a strong team and is committed to modeling the world we want to see inside the organization and its campaigns and programs.
• Experience planning and managing programs/projects in civic engagement, immigration service, advocacy, and/or coalition building.
• Believes that marginalized community members can and should lead organizing and advocacy campaigns.
• Strong vision of community empowerment and deep commitment to change the world with marginalized communities.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
• Bilingual in English and Korean highly preferred.

Salary will be commensurate with experience. Health care and other benefits are included.

Woori Center is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.

Education Level:
4 Year College
To Apply

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to info@wooricenterpa.org.

Urban Farm Manager and Educator: Federation of Neighborhood Centers

Summary:

FNC Community Learning Farm is a space where people come together to learn and teach each other about growing and cooking food. It is located at the corner of 8th & Poplar streets, a part of the East Poplar Playground in the East Poplar neighborhood. It comprises of:

• A ¼ of an acre of land that uses natural, sustainable growing practices

• A community garden that rents plots to community members for a low annual fee

• A food forest that is maintained in partnership with Philadelphia Orchard Project

• Weekly farm stand on the corner of 8th & Poplar that sells non-certified organic produce at a highly discounted price to promote accessibility

• Weekly donations to Mt. Tabor AME Church’s “Love Kitchen”, a soup kitchen serving those that are food insecure in our neighborhood

• Year-round education programs serving all ages

The Urban Farm Manager oversees all aspects of the FNC Community Learning Farm and ensures successful implementation of program goals to increase availability of fresh produce to the East Poplar neighborhood, providing youth & community education on growing your own food and by fostering community around food and gardening.

The Urban Farm Manager reports to the Chief Operating Officer/Director of Youth Programs, and provides direct supervision to a seasonal hire and several interns. This position entails managing hands-on program operations at the 8th & Poplar Farm as well as home/office-based program coordination and communications. The 8th & Poplar Farm staff are involved in a wide range of activities leading partners, volunteers, and participants towards a successful growing season. Annually 8th & Poplar staff grow 4,400 pounds of produce, host hundreds of volunteers, and impact thousands of youth and adults in Philadelphia. The right person will bring enthusiasm, creativity and cultural sensitivity to the work, while advancing community connections and partnerships.

Essential Functions:

• Lead and manage all aspects of farm operations including orchard management, community garden, high tunnel, pollinator gardens, greenhouse propagation, with a focus on low-till and Integrated Pest Management growing methods

• Oversee greenhouse seedling production; determine seeding, potting up, and planting schedules for crops destined for veggie beds, high tunnel, pollinator gardens, distribution to community gardeners and community members. Oversee all seeding, watering, potting up, hardening off, monitoring for disease/pests.

• Oversee all aspects of community and education programs including: community garden, community compost program, farm stand, after school garden club, summer WorkReady program, volunteer workdays, workshops, community-focused donations, etc.

• Hire, train and supervise a team of staff: seasonal hire, college interns, apprentices, volunteers

• Oversee implementation of on and off-site education programs to culturally diverse groups of youth and adults with varying levels of expertise

• Serve as main point of contact for community partnerships

• Represent FNC through onsite tours, partnership meetings, conference/workshop presentations, media interviews, etc.

• Assist in developing educational materials: planting guides, lesson plans, video content, curricula, etc.

• Facilitate community connections to foster a sense of community around growing food.

• Record keeping and program evaluation: Track and analyze data related to program partners, student participants, crop plans, volunteer/intern hours, harvest records, monthly reports, and program impact and outcomes. Maintain records and provide info as requested in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience with chemical free/organic diversified vegetable production required. Working knowledge of common diseases and pests is a must.

• 2-3 years of experience with greenhouse propagation required.

• 2-3 years of experience in community outreach required; ability to connect and communicate with people in socially and economically diverse communities.

• Experience supervising staff and recruiting/managing volunteers and interns.

• Experience coordinating and leading educational programs for adults and youth.

• Season extension/high tunnel growing experience are a plus.

• Experience with carpentry, irrigation systems, small machines are a plus.

• Competency in Spanish, Cantonese and/or Mandarin are a plus.

• Experience working in urban communities and Black communities and/or communities of color.

• Demonstrated interest in food justice, local food systems, farm/garden-based education and community health.

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently.

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects and deadlines, while remaining flexible and adapting to changing circumstances.

• Punctual and reliable with the ability to work a flexible schedule.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, adjust, push, pull, carry, and move heavy objects in all directions in excess of 40 pounds repeatedly and frequently.

• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, squat, and reach in all directions for extended periods of time.

• Ability to determine the distance between objects by measuring, seeing, judging, estimating.

• Must have full physical ability to grasp, assemble and move quickly and safely.

• Must have excellent hearing and vision for emergency situations.

• Communicating with others to exchange information, instructions and ideas by means of spoken words, typed or handwritten notes, forms and other work materials, use of a computer, laptop or other electronic device.

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time (35hours/week), exempt, salaried position. It can require regular evening and occasional weekend work. It is essential that the Urban Farm Manager is available Wenesdays until 7pm June-September. Work schedule will be adjusted as needed to accommodate seasonal demands.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary range 35-40K based on experience, full benefits package paid in full by FNC

Application Process:

Applications will be accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled, with preference towards local applicants. Apply at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/fncUrbanFarmManager

Benefits

Full benefits package is included.

Program Manager, Entrepreneurship: The Welcoming Center

Program Manager, Entrepreneurship – Full-Time

Organization

Founded in 2003, the Welcoming Center’s (TWC) mission is to promote inclusive economic growth through immigrant integration. We develop and implement training programs focused on social, civic, and economic engagement which enhance skills and expand opportunities. By doing so, we strengthen the economic development of the city and the state. We believe that immigrants broaden the productivity, profitability, and stability of this region and contribute to both Pennsylvania’s and the nation’s economic growth.

The barriers immigrants face are as diverse as our participants, and our programming responds to the comprehensive and varied nature of their challenges by providing creative, measurable responses to each scenario. We believe every person has skills, experiences, and aspirations to participate in creative solutions to their challenges and choose their own course of action. We practice collaborative, participant-centered approaches as we seek to cultivate a community that can serve as a vital resource for all people working toward successful immigrant integration.

We seek to address individual needs through our programming, but we also recognize the value of strategic partnerships to elevate immigrant voices and opportunity. By cultivating these external relationships, we increase awareness and leverage resources that promote immigrant inclusivity as an important component of economic growth for all.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Program Development, the Program Manager – Entrepreneurship manages all aspects of the small business training program to support entrepreneur participants. The Manager facilitates training, manages onboarding and scheduling for field expert volunteers, maintains all logistical details for the training program, maintains detailed records of participants, and conducts participant recruitment and intake. In addition, the Manager conducts evaluation of the program in collaboration with the evaluation team, provides support to the manager of small business technical assistance, and maintains relationships with external supporting stakeholders.

Responsibilities

·        In all duties, demonstrate a commitment to organizational core values which uplift the skills, experience, and aspirations of program participants and recognize their role as agents of the change they seek.

·        Manages the ongoing development, promotion, coordination, and delivery of small business training programs and workshops.

·        Builds client and partner bases and uses different outreach strategies to recruit program participants.

·        Facilitates effective relationships with program participants, community leaders, neighborhood residents, and the business community.

·        Supports the Program Manager of Small Business Technical Assistance as needed, and participates in direct technical assistance to small business clients in the research and development of business plans, marketing plans, and related business development tasks.

·        Facilitate community meetings and serve as a community resource.

·        Form partnerships with government agencies, community organizations and educational institutions to provide clients additional opportunities to strengthen their businesses and their communities.

·        Assists with program performance reports for both internal and external stakeholders.

·        Supports entrepreneurs of industry-based collectives in accessing business opportunities.

·        Willing to work on evenings/weekends as needed.

·        Supervise work of relevant project assistants and volunteers.

·        Maintain accurate records of client/community participation.

·        Provide regular reports of monthly activities (including attendance at workshops, training sessions, and courses) and other program information.

·        Represent the Welcoming Center’s business training programs and services to funders, at conferences, city agencies, non‐profit organizations, and community institutions.

·        Tracks training program performance through pre, mid, and post evaluations of classes and workshops along with quality checks, in collaboration with overall program evaluation efforts.

·        Coordinates with partner organizations and other business development experts for instruction of business training class sessions.

·        Facilitates intake process and recruitment of business training program participants.

·        Interviews and selects potential participants into the program.

Skills and Abilities

·        Strong interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated experience working with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Ability to adapt to intercultural communication and present both a professional and approachable demeanor.

·        Excellent listening skills, allowing for language and culture differences in communication.

·        Strong facilitation skills, ability to effectively communicate training in a compelling manner.

·        Strong computer skills, including an understanding of cloud-based computer platforms. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint, Salesforce, and remote learning tools.

·        The ability to effectively communicate with various program stakeholders in a variety of environments.

·        Excellent planning and organizational skills, including the ability to coordinate multiple program activities and manage competing priorities.

·        Broad understanding of small business development.

·        Able to gather data, compile information, and prepare and present reports. Excellent writing skills.

Professional Qualifications

  • Second language REQUIRED, preferably Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, or Vietnamese.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business management, finance, accounting, sales, or any other related subject; business ownership experience a plus or 3-4 years’ experience.
  • One to three years working in related field dealing with the public.
  • Familiarity with small business start-up process for the state of Pennsylvania and the city of Philadelphia, including a knowledge of licensing & regulations for different sectors and nonprofit and city programs.
  • Experience developing business strategies (marketing, financial, others).
  • Familiarity with different models of small business financing.

·        General knowledge of city programs and business development.

·        Meeting facilitation or event planning skills a plus.

Salary range: $42,000 – $48,000

Application Submission

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

For information on The Welcoming Center please visit our website at www.welcomingcenter.org.

The Welcoming Center is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Level of Language Proficiency

Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, or Vietnamese

Manager of Production Planning: Cradles to Crayons

POSITION SUMMARY

Opportunity:                    Full-time Position at Cradles to Crayons

Department:                     Operations

Title:                                    Manager of Production Planning

FLSA Status:                      Exempt

Reports to:                        Associate Director of Operations

Location:                            Philadelphia, PA

 

About Cradles to Crayons:

Cradles to Crayons (C2C) was founded in 2002, with the mission of providing children from birth through age 12, living in homeless or low-income situations, with the essential items they need to thrive – at home, at school and at play. C2C is at the cutting edge of volunteer management, and through its “Giving Factory” provides unique, hands-on opportunities for people to help other people. Headquartered in Boston, MA, C2C opened in Philadelphia in 2007 and in Chicago in 2016.

How Our Model Works: Cradles to Crayons collects new and nearly new children’s items through grassroots community drives and corporate donations. Donations are then processed and packaged by volunteers, and are distributed to disadvantaged children through a collaborative network of social service agencies and school partners. C2C supplies these items free of charge by engaging and connecting communities that have with communities that need.

Cradles to Crayons meets a critical need as many children 12 years old and younger live in low-income and/or homeless situations. These living conditions can have negative effects on self-esteem as poverty can lead to increased social and emotional behavioral challenges; it impacts early education since half of children living in poverty start 1st grade up to 2 years developmentally behind their peers; and safety may be compromised as children living in poverty have increased risk of injury.

While meeting the immediate needs of low-income children, Cradles to Crayons also sets a foundation for lasting change by providing meaningful, tangible volunteer opportunities to thousands of individuals and families and hundreds of corporations each year by organizing clothing collections, hosting fundraisers, or working in the “Giving Factory” warehouse.

Cradles to Crayons earned the highest possible rating from Charity Navigator for several consecutive years. Only 2% of charities rated have received this distinction, differentiating C2C from its peers, exemplifying the high standard of service at C2C, and indicating that C2C outperforms most other charities in America.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Associate Director of Operations, the Manager of Production Planning (Manager) is a results-oriented leader who brings a balance of operational excellence, a strong management capability, superior communication skills and a can-do attitude. The Manager oversees the day to day activities in the “Giving Factory”, ensuring an efficient production schedule as well as cultivating a safe and engaging environment for volunteers. As volunteers and staff are the engine that power Cradles to Crayons, the Manager will make it a priority to ensure that projects and workflow are planned and executed in a manner that provides an exceptional volunteer and staff experience.

The ideal candidate will have to demonstrate the ability to work closely with all departments to create a daily and weekly volunteer and production schedule that matches production requirements to fulfill demand. This schedule will encompass planning to match production needs with available staff and inventory. In addition, the Manager is responsible for strategically engaging individual and group volunteers in appropriate volunteer activities within the Giving Factory and Giving Factory@Home and to recommend adjustments based on volunteer feedback.

This position is accountable for the planning, preparation and performance of the facility, its processes, team members and volunteers. The manager will ensure the Giving Factory always provides a safe and customer-focused appearance, while producing every day essential items in an efficient and quality driven manner. This also includes overseeing the logistical support of the organization including but not limited to inventory tracking, supply ordering and overall maintenance and safety of the workplace (both warehouse and office spaces).

Additionally, the Manager will support the Associate Director of Operations to oversee the master plan and schedule for the organization to ensure that all departments are working in conjunction and on schedule to support the seasonal initiatives. Exceptionally strong communication skills, drive, high energy level and problem-solving abilities will be critical for the success of this individual.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Model and lead a positive “One Cradles” culture, underpinned by Cradles’ Cultural Values and related behaviors.
  • As directed by the Associate Director of Operations, monitor the overall day-to-day operations of the Giving Factory and maintain the Operations Calendar to ensure efficient scheduling of all cross-functional activity.
  • Manage the Volunteer Calendar to create a daily and weekly production plan that matches product requirements to fulfill partner demand and optimizes production.

·        Assess product demand, staffing and volunteer capacities to optimize production outputs.

  • Ensure the proper scheduling and output of volunteer leaders and volunteers to maximize operational efficiency, minimize waste and support the most efficient output of KidPacks and other essential items.
  • Manage and implement new policies and procedure changes that directly affect the Giving Factory and ensure functionality and standardization.

·        Optimize storage space, both within the Giving Factory and off-site, and coordinate replenishment of inventory, based on order demand profiles.

  • Collaborate with Development team to meet organizational goals and service levels.
  • Oversight of the maintenance and appearance of warehouse facilities, including Covid-19 cleaning protocols, supplies, trash removal, routine cleaning and movement and tracking of inventory.

·        Understand the resources required to maintain federal, state and local OSHA requirements and other functions of the operation requiring formal certification.

·        Receive gently used donations as outlined in the Material Handling Policy.

·        Assist the Associate Director of Operations with the physical changes and upkeep needed to create and maintain a safe and socially distant Giving Factory.

Team management

  • Direct and manage the Group Volunteer Leaders, Production Assistants, and Warehouse Logistics Coordinator.
  • Attract, retain, and encourage individual professional development of team by leading appropriate training, coaching, and mentoring.
  • Manage weekly team meetings and one on one meetings with team members.
  • Represent the Operations team on cross-functional meetings and provide updates on logistics that will affect the team.

Volunteer engagement

  • Responsible for creating a positive and professional impression of the Giving Factory for visitors, partners, and volunteers, providing them with a meaningful and fun experience.
  • Develop and implement a volunteer recruitment and retention plan, including advancing the Giving Factory @Home program.
  • Provide and informative and compelling orientation at the start of every volunteer shift and lead volunteer engagement in every aspect of the Giving Factory.
  • Manage volunteer relations for signature events such as Ready for Learning and UnGala.
  • Customize volunteer experience to respond to group needs, C2C strategies, and to reflect the ages and abilities of volunteers.
  • Report on volunteer metrics against goals to National Impact Team.

Operations and production

  • Assist with the logistics of special events impacting the warehouse including but not limited to: Gear Up for Winter, Ready for Learning, and Un-Gala.

·        Coordinate with nationally selected vendors and negotiate local service-based contracts with outside businesses to support the warehouse functions.

·        Perform the duties needed to run the General Sort, Clothing Sort, Sizing, Outfits, Books, Shoes, SUP, Kitting and Toys stations.

·        Assist in loading vehicles designated for delivery of Everyday and Emergency requests.

·        Unload pallets of incoming donations and purchases from delivery trucks.

·        Perform cleaning and sanitizing duties as directed.

·        Perform other warehouse, inventory, receiving and distribution tasks.

·        Drive the truck and van as needed.

other responsibilities

·        Responsible for establishing and maintaining effective communication and coordination with other employees, distribution partners, volunteers, and visitors.

·        Always work in a safe manner and contribute to providing a safe and secure environment for other employees and volunteers.

·        Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required.

·        Work evening and weekend hours, as necessary. Provide coverage for the Associate Director of Operations when necessary.

Performance measures:

·        Successful execution of above responsibilities.

·        Timely production schedules produced and met on a regular basis.

·        Orders are processed in full and on time.

·        Volunteers are utilized efficiently, and recruitment and retention goals are achieved.

·        Adhere to and understand budgetary requirements.

·        Successful completion of annual priority goals relative to C2C’s annual priorities as determined with supervisor in Performance Evaluation Process.

·        Good communication exists with co-workers and volunteers.

Required Experience/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

·        3-5 years of supervisory experience in a production, retail, or hospitality environment.

·        Bachelor’s degree in operations management, logistics, hospitality preferred.

·        Strong leadership and communication skills.

·        Excellent organizational skills, with strong attention to detail.

·        Proven track record of maintaining a production schedule.

·        Strong project management and analytical skills.

·        Retail, warehouse experience a plus.

·        Must speak fluent English.

·        Must have a clean, active driving license.

·        Ability to work “retail schedule” which include several weekends and occasional nights.

  • Ability to walk up and down stairs, bend down, reach, push and pull and lift up to 30 lbs.

DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH:

Diversity and Inclusiveness are core values at Cradles to Crayons, and we continuously strive to be a team where everyone feels welcome and supported. It is the policy of Cradles to Crayons to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information and/or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Individuals from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

Working Conditions:

This is a warehouse environment and normal changes in temperature are to be expected while working inside the warehouse or outside, on or around the loading dock. There are no hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.

Accommodation:

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made by Cradles to Crayons which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others, or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

Chief Knowledge Officer: United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey

Organization Overview: United Way of Greater Philadelphia & Southern New Jersey’s mission is to end intergenerational poverty in our region by harnessing, leveraging and strategically investing the collective power of donors, advocates, and volunteers, to help individuals and families break the cycle of poverty.

Role Summary: United Way is seeking an experienced Chief Knowledge Officer to lead the Knowledge Center, the evidence and learning hub for the United Way’s regional collaborations, including the Poverty Action Fund, a city-wide public/private partnership in Philadelphia. The Knowledge Center will provide continuous measurement, accountability, and learning to influence policy and grantmaking and maximize the value of poverty reduction investments.

Reports to: The CEO of United Way of Greater Philadelphia & Southern New Jersey

Position Description: 

The Chief Knowledge Officer will be responsible for developing, designing, implementing, and leading the programs and activities of the Knowledge Center. The Chief Knowledge Officer’s primary role is to work with the United Way, the Knowledge Center Advisory Committee, and a set of contracted research partners to design and develop strategies that assess regional assets and challenges and use data and research to inform policy and investment decisions in the public and private sectors. The Chief Knowledge Officer will manage grantee and citywide data to advance the Knowledge Center’s efforts related to program evaluation, communications, and grantee management. The position requires a blend of executive leadership, program management, program design and evaluation, and responsiveness to data and impact assessment needs in the areas of poverty reduction and nonprofit service delivery.

Successful candidates will have leadership experience, and technical capability or experience in data management, information science, program evaluation, or other related fields in the context of using data for program management and impact. Successful candidates will have experience in high quality research settings and demonstrated abilities in translating data into useful information for program impact, program evaluation, and communications for broader audiences.

The Chief Knowledge Officer will play a key role in helping streamline evidence-focused grantmaking processes and support high-performing community organizations and partnerships. In the first major initiative of the Knowledge Center, the Chief Knowledge Officer will drive the measurement and accountability efforts related to the Philadelphia Poverty Action Fund, a joint effort between United Way, the City of Philadelphia and private philanthropy to reduce Philadelphia’s poverty rate and create opportunities for an equitable recovery from the economic collapse. The Philadelphia Poverty Action Fund will be grounded in measurement, accountability, and learning. The Knowledge Center will provide a hub for data collection, assessment, transparent reporting, and continuous learning and adaptation. The Knowledge Center will serve four primary functions:

  1. Set the overarching goals and measurement strategy
  2. Provide technical assistance for data collection and reporting to selected grantees to ensure high quality data and evidence
  3. Evaluate implementation and short-and long-term program outcomes
  4. Conduct primary research on poverty trends in Philadelphia and comparison cities to inform strategy

The Chief Knowledge Officer will manage and help raise a budget of $1.5-3M annually, to be invested primarily in high quality partnerships to advance data collection, technical assistance, evaluation, and regional trends research.

Overview of Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Strategic Management: (60%)

●       Develop and execute Knowledge Center strategy, based on roadmap developed by Project Evident

●       Forge and formalize collaborations with research and/or university partners to lead technical assistance, evaluation, and broad-based citywide research efforts

●       Build future-looking financial models, budgets, and plans for the Knowledge Center

●       Collaborate with the CEO of the United Way to raise awareness and funding for the Knowledge Center, and build new partnerships in Greater Philadelphia

●       Establish a culture of accountability, responsiveness, flexibility and results

●       Lead measurement and knowledge management strategy for the Philadelphia Poverty Action Fund, including

o   Lead Knowledge Center efforts to define project roadmaps, short- and long-term goals, and key metrics and milestones for measurement

o   Advise Poverty Action Fund leadership team on codifying strategic goals so that they are measurable, impactful, and compelling; develop system for effectively tracking progress toward goals

o   Help the team share powerful stories about investment results with stakeholders (e.g. potential funders, community members, elected officials and other supporters) by producing relevant quantitative and qualitative data and reports as needed

Data Management: (20%)

●       Ensure collection and quality assurance of data and work with partners to analyze and produce actionable insights to help team identify potential opportunities and red flags related to outcomes

●       Oversee the development and management of a central database for reporting and analysis

●       Conduct exploratory analysis of internal data and make recommendations about the types of questions leadership should be asking and the types of narratives to develop for external audiences

●       Coordinate research and technical assistance partners

●       Collaborate with learning and evaluation partners to analyze external quantitative data and distill key takeaways for external communications

Program Management: (20%)

●       Manage Knowledge Center budget, timelines, resources and deliverables

●       Track project costs in order to meet budget based on scope of work and resource requirements

●       Provide project updates to partners and United Way Leadership on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress; maintain excellent client and consultant relationships

●       Facilitate the development of data transfer agreements with external data vendors

●       Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables

Job qualifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities: 

●       10+ years practical experience with organizational leadership, especially related to the areas of research and evaluation or data collection and analysis

●       Demonstrated track record of building programs from the ground up

●       Experience leading complex data collection, measurement, and learning projects

●       Strong familiarity with research, data visualization, evidence communication, and project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices

●       Experience managing complex projects and seeing through the full life cycle

●       Experience managing teams and partners

●       Experience with process improvement to help the team run more efficiently

●       Excellent analytical skills

●       Proven ability to solve problems creatively

●       Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills and extremely resourceful

●       Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and adapt to rapidly changing priorities

●       Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines within planned scope, budget, and timeline

●       4-year degree; advanced degree in policy, data science, program evaluation or related fields strongly preferred

 

UWGPSNJ promotes a culture of inclusion and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected factor.

Benefits

Paid vacation, sick time, personal, and volunteer time

Medical, dental, vision, life and Long Term Disability insurance

Manager of Employer Services: University City District, West Philadelphia Skills Initiative

Under the supervision of the Director, Programs, the Manager of Employer Services is responsible for maintaining strong working relationships with employer partners by executing the employer service component of the Skills Initiative programs. Responsibilities can be broadly defined within four categories, further explained below. Those categories are program management, employer communications, career pathways management, and employer liaison activities.

The Skills Initiative is a uniquely successful workforce organization for many reasons, including our exceptional relationships with employers.  Our employer partners have made commitments to us and the job seekers that utilize our services to interview all successful program graduates. This results in 95% of graduates earning roles with employers and an 84% retention rate at 12 months – a rate that far outpaces the national average retention of 47%. The employer relationship is a cornerstone of the Skills Initiative model. The management of this component requires exceptional commitment to the work, diligent attention to detail, innovative problem solving, a true growth mindset, effective influencing skills, an inquisitive nature, and resiliency.

Job Responsibilities

Program Management

·      Lead the discovery and employer relationship management from end-to-end for WPSI Signature Programs and #workwithWPSI programs

·      Collaborate with recruitment team to design and execute a customized strategy for each recruitment that addresses specific employer needs

·      Utilize the Skills Initiative’s proprietary Job Quality Scorecard to evaluate employer partner job openings and career path opportunities to inform decision making and career path design

Employer Communications

·      Strengthen relationships with existing employer partners through consistent communication, data updates, ROI calculations, public appearances, and collaborative story-telling

·      Develop tools (one-pagers, e-blasts, slide decks) to communicate ROI and other impacts of Skills Initiative partnership to employers

·      Develop a predictable, step-by-step process for employer communications while participants are in-cohort and create associated materials in partnership with Communications.

·      Lead the build out of the Job and Onboarding Fact Sheet tool for internal use by holding meetings and conversations with various stakeholders within the employer partner organization to discover needs, requirements, career pathways, and other relevant information

·      Collaborate with Senior Manager, Partnerships and Strategy to design and write the Program Success Report to be delivered prior to employer debrief meetings

Career Pathways Management

·      Collaborate with Manager of Training to execute a career pathways model to ensure alumni grow and achieve professional advancement within partner organizations

·      Conduct research and work with employer partners to understand the various career pathways associated with roles filled by Skills Initiative cohorts. Develop accessible documents that can be used by employers and participants to outline those pathways.

·      Lead job development for connections to higher-level and part-time employment for alumni in partnership with members of the #workwithWPSI program team

·      Lead job development for unplaced participants. Work with partners to co-create solutions for unplaced graduates

Employer Liaison Activities

·      Co-lead information sessions with potential participants

·      Serve as employer partner liaison during programming in partnership with Manager of Training to manage timelines, expectations, and next steps

·      Partner with Manager of Training to design and implement What Employers Want session during cohort trainings

·      Co-lead the Participant Agreement Meeting with Manager of Training

·      Collaborate with Manager of Training to successfully prepare participants for the interview process by providing an analysis of the employer partner’s process and needs

·      Support the team by completing application reviews and interviews with prospective participants, as needed

To apply, please email your targeted resume to Cait Garozzo – Director of Programs (cait@universitycity.org) with the subject line “Manager of Employer Services” and your name. Additionally, please provide a response in a separate attachment to the following prompt in no more than 300 words: What are your core values and how do you bring them to work?

How to Apply

To apply, please email your targeted resume to Cait Garozzo – Director of Programs (cait@universitycity.org) with the subject line “Manager of Employer Services” and your name. Additionally, please provide a response in a separate attachment to the following prompt in no more than 300 words: What are your core values and how do you bring them to work?

Individual Giving Manager: The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education seeks a passionate and energetic fundraising professional to join our small but growing team to aid in our fundraising efforts.

You will help take the Center’s fundraising efforts to the next level by developing and implementing the Center’s individual giving strategy.  You will focus heavily on identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding current and potential donors through a donor-centric and moves-management approach. You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with other Schuylkill Center departments including Nature Preschool, Environmental Education, Environmental Art, Land Stewardship, and Wildlife Rehabilitation.

You should be a proven clear and compelling communicator with at least two years of fundraising experience and demonstrated results in written and direct in-person gift solicitation, donor events, and a passion for the environment. This position reports to the Director of Development.

Duties and Responsibilities

Donor Cultivation and Stewardship (65%):

  • Build strong donor relationships, set personalized stewardship plans (mail, visits, invitations to virtual and in-person events, engagement in our programs, etc.), and solicit for increased/renewed support
  • Plan and execute the production of direct mail and web-based solicitations and acknowledgments (segment lists, print and personalize letters, design personalized reply forms, handwrite notes, etc.)
  • Create new avenues of fundraising through social media
  • Coordinate, write and personalize monthly membership renewal mailings, reply forms, and acknowledgments
  • Plan and execute the production of monthly donor update emails
  • Identify and cultivate new major gift (>$1,000) prospects; with focus on $250-$999 donors
  • Conduct donor research to identify new top prospects and assist in meeting preparation with donors
  • Work closely with fellow staff and board members to coordinate donor visit and cultivation/stewardship efforts
  • Collaborate with the Communications department to develop key messages and storytelling to enhance the Center’s brand and support fundraising efforts
  • Collaborate and support other departments in gathering constituent testimonials
  • Collaboration with  the Communications Department to develop key messages and storytelling to enhance SCEE’s brand and support fundraising efforts
  • Utilize Salesforce as the primary tool to keep a record of and plan for donor identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
  • Work on other Development related duties as they are assigned to you by the Director of Development. (new virtual events, data mining, donor research, portfolio review, budgeting, campaign planning, etc.)

Event Planning/Implementation (25%)

  • Lead planning and execution of annual fundraising event, house parties, in-person/virtual donor experiences, and other special donor events (creating/maintaining guest lists/RSVP’s, guest follow-up, manage host committees, and silent auction)

Implementation/Strategy (10%)

  • Create and implement annual and long-term development plans, including membership, annual appeals, and donor cultivation/stewardship communications
  • Plan and execute new cultivation strategies to recognize prospects and build a compelling case for them to deepen their support
  • Execute Membership Gear Borrowing Program
  • Assist in growing the 1965 Legacy Planned Giving Society
  • Understand the basics of planned giving and communicate giving opportunities to donors
  • Assist with creating case for support for future capital campaign
  • Help advance a Culture of Philanthropy across the organization and Board of Directors

Expected Competencies 

  • Naturally talented in speaking with, writing to, and influencing people
  • Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills with proven ability to write compelling donor communications pieces
  • Demonstrated experience and proven success in cultivating high net-worth individuals
  • Proven success in writing effective solicitation/acknowledgment letters and managing fundraising campaigns
  • Proficiency and experience with a fundraising database, especially Salesforce
  • Mastery of the full suite of Microsoft and/or Google computer programs, including Word/Docs, Excel/Sheets, etc

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s in nonprofit management or related field preferred
  • At least two years of nonprofit fundraising experience
  • Availability for occasional weekend and evening events
  • Must have own transportation

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While the Individual Giving Manager spends most of his/her time indoors, the effective employee must be able to hike 1-2 miles on rough, sometimes steep, terrain, during special outdoor events.

The employee is also regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands and arms to operate general office equipment (PC, telephone, file cabinets, copier, fax machine, and printer). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to low.

Compensation

This is a full-time salaried position with a full range of benefits, including vacation, health,

dental, vision, and retirement. Hiring salary ranges from $42,000 – $45,000.

Start Date

Immediate opening

To Apply

Please send both a resume and cover letter to Casey Darnley, Director of Development. Please apply by Friday, March 26, 2021.

The Schuylkill Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation. We value a racially, ethnically, and culturally diverse work community and we strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. E.O.E

Benefits

Full range of benefits, including vacation, health, dental, vision, and retirement.

President: Campus Philly

ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND

Incorporated in 2004, Campus Philly is a 501(c)(3) non-profit economic development organization fueling economic growth by encouraging college students to study, explore, live and work in the Greater Philadelphia tri-state region. Campus Philly’s role in the region’s economic development strategy is structured around three programmatic areas: ATTRACTING students to Greater Philadelphia schools from regional, national and international sources; ENGAGING the robust student population in the local lifestyle and community through events and media strategies; and EMPLOYING students with area employers through internships and jobs to grow the region’s college educated workforce. The mission is a collaboration of local, state, and federal governments, 15 colleges and universities, private sector companies, and foundations. The organization is a key partner in the region’s comprehensive educational attainment strategy.

Position Summary 

The President is responsible for providing the leadership, vision and direction to support the growth and development of Campus Philly. Supervising a staff of 8, including 3 direct reports (VP of Partnerships, VP of Student Engagement, and a part-time operations manager), the President is responsible for Campus Philly’s programs, services, materials and products and ensures the smooth and efficient operation of the organization within the approved budget. The President represents Campus Philly to the public, leads organizational development and strategic planning, optimizes financial performance, builds donor and partner relationships, oversees personnel, and impacts public policy.

The Board is seeking an energetic, hands-on individual who is capable of leading the organization to a new level of fund development and relationship building. This leadership position will collaboratively create a strategic plan, will organize the resources necessary for implementation and will lead the execution of a number of fundraising efforts. The President will attract, cultivate, and work with a dynamic coalition of higher education, business, government, foundation, and civic leadership in support of Campus Philly.

The compensation for this position will be in the range of $110,000 – $130,000, depending on skills, education and experience, and does not include the limited opportunity for an incentive compensation plan that will be created with the President’s input. The organization also offers a SIMPLE IRA with employer contributions and a student loan repayment program, covers 90% of health insurance premium, 100% of dental, and offers 25 paid time off days per year. Currently, all Campus Philly staff is working remotely, with an expected return to the office when widespread immunization against COVID-19 has taken place.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership

·   Establish and maintain positive relationships with higher education, corporate, foundation, governmental, and civic organizations and their executives

·    Establish and maintain positive working relationships with regional officials, in particular key Commerce Department and Education officials from the City of Philadelphia

·    Function as a visible spokesperson for Campus Philly; represent the organization at city, regional, state, and other relevant events; identify direct and indirect activities that will raise the organizational profile and provide fundraising opportunities

·    Remain knowledgeable of and in contact with other economic development organizations within the city and the region

·   Follow trends in the area of workforce development, educational attainment and its relation to economic development

·   Work with internal and external stakeholders to build the visibility of the organization and the importance of its mission

·   Engage in public policy discussions with government representatives, community organizations and the public in the areas of human capital and economic development and the branding of the Philadelphia region as a world-class college destination and post-graduate workplace and home

·  Assist the Board in developing and implementing an annual plan for identifying and recruiting candidates for the Board

·   Assist in recruiting and orienting new Board members

Organizational Management

· Maintain appropriate team (staff) structure; oversee recruiting, training, development, mentorship, and evaluation of team members; create and maintain a working environment that fosters collaboration and team approach

·   Maintain, develop, and ensure appropriate implementation of business systems and strategies; ensure effective and efficient operation of the organization

·    In concert with appropriate Board committees and chairs, ensure optimal financial performance of the organization including maintaining processes for proper record keeping and internal financial controls; assist with development and management of annual budget; review and report all financial activities to the Board on a regular basis

·  Guide strategic planning process with the Board, staff and appropriate stakeholders; oversee effective implementation of the plan, and ensure timely and consistent progress of long and short range goals resulting from the strategic plan

·  Oversee, with Senior staff, the development and implementation of Campus Philly programming, including internship development, career fairs, and other efforts to connect students to employment opportunities in the region; oversee, with appropriate staff, the production and distribution of Campus Philly annual print publications, special events, and websites; review and analyze the strength and weaknesses of programs, materials, and activities

· Along with team members and Board, develop annual communications plan and media relations activities, and identify awareness-building events and opportunities to promote and communicate the impact of Campus Philly to stakeholders

·  Develop research agenda to assess outcomes of efforts

Fundraising

·  In concert with the appropriate team members, committees and the Board, develop an annual funding plan encompassing diverse funding streams and short- and long-term plans to best support the mission and goals of the organization

·  Oversee fundraising efforts including sponsorship, partnership cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, grants, special events, etc.

·  Actively participate in foundation and partnership cultivation

· Develop collaborative projects/partnerships with other community providers

·  Work with the Board Chair to build an active, involved fundraising Board representative of the major constituent areas

EDUCATION

A University undergraduate degree is required. Major course work in business or non-profit administration, finance, and fundraising techniques is a plus. An advanced degree in a related field of study is preferred.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

·  Five years senior leadership experience, including budgetary responsibility, nonprofit governance, an understanding of the higher education sector, and experience with foundation and grant based fundraising

·  A strong understanding and connections to the Greater Philadelphia region is desired; preference will be given to those who have established networks and experience in the Greater Philadelphia higher education, business, foundation, and/or nonprofit communities

·  Strong business acumen, including financial and planning skills

· A structured, process-minded orientation for planning and executing organizational goals and initiatives, while applying creative, innovative, and adaptive thinking to respond to changing and at times unique circumstances

·  Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work individually as well as part of a team

· Evidence of valuing inclusion and ability to recruit and develop diverse teams and partners to drive organizational outcomes

·  A record of planning and supporting growth and change

· Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and public speaking and presentation skills

· Diplomatic, astute, and able to navigate complex organizational structures with ease.

· Prior experience working with a Board of Directors

· Desire to shape public issues and enliven public debate

·  Functional command of Microsoft Office suite and financial management software such as QuickBooks preferred

 TO APPLY

Dunleavy & Associates has been retained by Campus Philly as their partner for this search. All interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter via the following link: http://bit.ly/CampusPhilly

The cover letter should include the following elements:

·   Why you are interested in the position and Campus Philly

·  Any additional professional and/or personal experience that informs your qualifications for the position that otherwise is not obvious from your resume.

Campus Philly is committed to the principles of equal opportunity employment at every level without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity characteristics or expression, age, veteran status, non-job related disability, or political affiliation.

Benefits

The organization also offers a SIMPLE IRA with employer contributions and a student loan repayment program, covers 90% of health insurance premium, 100% of dental, and offers 25 paid…

Location
Temporarily Remote
Work must be performed in or near Philadelphia, PA
Associated Location
1500 John F Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 411, Philadelphia, PA 19102

 

Public Programs Manager: Friends of the Rail Park

FRIENDS OF THE RAIL PARK

PUBLIC PROGRAMS MANAGER

About the Friend of the Rail Park

Friends of the Rail Park (FRP) is the 501(c)3 organization working to make the 3 mile vision for the Rail Park a reality through cross-sector partnerships and community collaboration.  For more about FRP, check out therailpark.org.

About the Public Programs Manager Position 

The Public Programs Manager will collaborate with a wide range of people to create programs and experiences that explore, translate and bolster FRP’s vision, mission and values to a diversity of audiences and interest groups. More specifically, the Manager will

lead FRP’s 2021 public programs, which includes two key projects: 1) the creation, launch, and content development of the Rail Park Digital Hub, a digital archive and cultural asset map of the 10+ neighborhoods that the Rail Park vision transverses; 2) the intergenerational Parks for Chinatown + Rail Park Youth Ambassador program, focused on Phase One of the Rail Park and supporting the multifaceted communities and networks that surround it.

This is a ten month contract position, with possibility for extension.

Reports to: Executive Director

Our Ideal Candidate is

  • Part creative director, part community organizer, and well networked in Philadelphia
  • Brings a mature equity lens to their work
  • Excited about utilizing technology and working in both digital and in-person formats
  • Skilled at building and strengthening relationships, and working with the Rail Park’s many diverse partners, including, but not limited to, neighborhood residents, Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, cultural and educational institutions, and small business owners
  • Excited by the challenges and joys of working on a complex project with short term needs that feed into a long term vision
  • Sets ambitious goals and gets things done
  • And has 4-6 years experience building and managing programs.

What You Will Accomplish

  • Working with the Executive Director, assemble and manage a team of storytellers, journalists, ecologists, artists, and resident leaders, to design and implement community engagement activities across a variety of themes, topics and interest areas relevant to the Rail Park
  • Work in both digital and in-person capacities, observing the latest public health requirements
  • Coordinate with design team to create digital platforms and print collateral in support of projects and engagement activities
  • Working with the Committee Chair, leverage FRP’s Community Engagement + Programming Committee’s skills and expertise to further the 2021 program goals and deliverables
  • With external partners and collaborators, design and coordinate outreach, work plans, and roles related to Rail Park projects and programs such as Parks for Chinatown, Elder Hour and the Rail Park Youth Ambassador Program
  • Ensure project deadlines and deliverables are met
  • Establish ongoing community feedback and assessment mechanisms to measure progress, impact, and areas for improvement
  • Work with FRP Communications Manager to align engagement and communications strategies with organizational priorities and opportunities
  • Coordinate occasional Rail Park installations and rentals in partnership with Philadelphia Parks and Recreation and other partners as needed.

What We’ll Look For

  • Project management experience coordinating complex projects with many moving parts
  • Experience working in both digital and in person environments
  • Available to manage regular programming, including some nights and weekends
  • Deep experience in community engagement and/or community organizing and applying related practices
  • Knowledge of Rail Park adjacent communities, particularly Chinatown North and Callowhill
  • Able to communicate FRP’s mission and vision across diverse sectors, populations and settings
  • Skilled at managing a budget
  • Adept at setting planning goals in line with organizational priorities and available resources
  • Can move multiple projects forward by maintaining a high level of autonomy and organization while delivering a high-quality work product
  • Dedication to FRP’s mission and objectives
  • Thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, collaborative environment
  • Sound judgment and integrity with discretion in handling sensitive information
  • Proficiency in oral and written Mandarin and/or Spanish a plus.

Compensation

Commensurate with experience. This is a project-based, contract position and does not include benefits.

Apply for this job

To Apply Send a cover letter, resume or CV, and work samples or portfolio to jobs@therailpark.org. Please PDF and name your files “[Last Name_First Name]_Resume”, “[Last Name_First Name]_Cover Letter” and follow the same naming convention or link to work samples or portfolios. FRP will begin reviewing applications on March 12, 2021, with phone screens to begin the week of March 15, 2021. No phone calls please. Friends of the Rail Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer and having a diverse staff is a fundamental principle, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.