Category: Executive Level

Executive Director: Philadelphia Sinfonia Association

Full Time
Minimum Salary/Hourly Rate:
$58,000.00
Maximum Salary/Hourly Rate:
$65,000.00

Philadelphia Sinfonia Association Youth Orchestra Program

The Philadelphia Sinfonia Association seeks a motivated, organized, dynamic individual with significant administrative experience to provide leadership and oversight of all aspects of the organization to support and further its mission.

General Information:

The award-winning Philadelphia Sinfonia is comprised of 160+ young instrumentalists, including exceptional middle school students through college level musicians enrolled in one or more of its ensembles. The program consists of two full symphonic orchestras and a string chamber orchestra. Now in its 25th season, the orchestra has completed seven critically-acclaimed international tours, been featured at important local events, performed benefit concerts, joined a national orchestra food drive, and collaborates frequently with local as well as internationally recognized soloists, composers and ensembles.

Philadelphia Sinfonia supports the artistic growth of young musicians by providing high-level ensemble experience in a supportive, educational environment.

Additional information about the Philadelphia Sinfonia can be found at www.philadelphiasinfonia.com.

Position Summary:

The Executive Director of Philadelphia Sinfonia is responsible for and oversees all executive functions for the youth orchestra, including program administration, finance, development and fundraising, marketing and planning. These responsibilities are expected to occur collaboratively in conjunction with the Music Director, a Program Manager, and the Board of Directors, whose committees and functions the ED also works with and supports. In addition, the Executive Director works closely with other staff, students and parents, as well as with multiple individuals, organizations, and companies in the Philadelphia region.

Successful candidates will possess strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills and a desire to lead Philadelphia Sinfonia in its continued growth.  Experience in non-profit administration is required, and a strong musical background is preferred, as is previous experience working with student music programs.

Qualifications, Skills & Knowledge Required:

BA or BS degree with at least 5+ years’ experience working in a top administrative position within the non-profit community.

A strong interest in music

A commitment to music education at the highest level

Strong communication skills

Strong computer skills; (proficient with Quickbooks, GiftWorks, MailChimp, Dropbox, Google Workspace Suite, Word, Excel and social media platforms)

Must be organized and flexible

Ideal candidates will have some previous experience in managing a musical organization, possess an MA or MS degree with at least 4+ years’ experience in a top administrative non-profit position, and one or more music-related degree(s).

Position is full-time, with flexible hours (some weekend hours required).  Salary will be based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include three weeks’ vacation and a monthly health insurance stipend.

Education Level:
BA or BS Degree
To Apply

To apply, email a one-page cover letter, including salary requirements, resume, and three references with contact information (phone and email) to:

dhesinfonia@gmail.com

Please include “Executive Director Position” in the subject line.

Philadelphia Sinfonia is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please, no phone calls.

Director of Finance and Accounting: WXPN FM

Minimum Salary/Hourly Rate:
$59,703.00
Maximum Salary/Hourly Rate:
$95,524.00

The Director of Finance and Accounting serves as the lead financial officer for WXPN. S/he administers fiscal operations and directs the financial planning and management of all accounting and budget functions in operating and grant award activities.

Job Description
As member of the station management team, serves as the lead financial officer for the organization. Administers fiscal operations and directs the financial planning, analysis and management of the overall budget including unrestricted and restricted funds’ performance. Responsible for the development and implementation of long range and short-term planning for all aspects of the $10 million annual budget to achieve strategic goals. Ensures compliance with all relevant guidelines from the University’s Office of the Comptroller and Office of Budget and Management Analysis Ensures compliance with all relevant guidelines from The Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Supports General Manager with detailed analysis of financial performance for both internal and external audiences.

Oversees fiscal operations and business office operations staff, establishes financial controls to inform the decision making on the strategic initiatives. standardizes essential business processes and exercise resources stewardship. Reports known or suspected irregularities to ensure compliance with related policies and procedures. Builds an effective team, to provide a high level of responsive customer service and follow-up.

Oversees, manages & supervises the annual audit process working closely with the outside auditing firm to produce WXPN Annual Financial Statements. Interfaces with University’s office of the Comptroller answering non-standard inquiries involving explanation on finance GAAP practices that diverge from University’s standardized practices.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree with 5-7 years of experience in Finance, Financial Reporting, Accounting required. At least 3 years of supervisory experience required.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, GASB and FASB statements and standards required.
Knowledge of monthly financial statement closing processes including variance and flux analyses.
Knowledge of business planning, modeling, concepts and tools required.
Must have strong financial/business acumen and strong analysis and problem solving skills.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
Ability to use Microsoft Excel required.
Working knowledge of University side of financial operations a plus.

Please submit cover letter with your application.

Job Location – City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

No phone calls, please.

Education Level:
Bachelor’s Degree with 5-7 years of experience in Finance, Financial Reporting, Accounting
To Apply

Formal application for this position MUST be made through the University of Pennsylvania Online Employment System on the https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/careers-at-penn website. . Application MUST include cover letter and resume.

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Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations: Please Touch Museum

Minimum Salary/Hourly Rate:
$80,000.00
Maximum Salary/Hourly Rate:
$90,000.00

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations will take the lead in identifying, cultivating, securing funding, and stewarding foundation, government and corporate partnerships and grants regionally and nationally. This position will work collaboratively across PTM departments: Development, Executive, Museum Learning, Exhibitions, Finance, Operations, Admissions, Memberships, Marketing and Communications. The Director works closely with Chief Operations Officer, Director of Research and Evaluation to ensure satisfactory completion of granted and sponsored projects and programs. The Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations is the principal contact for all corporate and foundation funders to ensure steady funding streams to meet the Museum’s needs and budgeted goals.

Essential Functions:

  • Prepare, write, and submit all letters of inquiry and proposals, engaging other staff and departments as necessary to ensure consistency of information, alignment with best practices in early childhood learning and development, and to provide data to support the rationale for the proposal or the outcomes of a program or Museum experience.
  • Develop sponsorship and proposal materials in coordination with Marketing for use in all solicitation opportunities.
  • Create and maintain a comprehensive calendar of corporate and foundation funding opportunities and reporting deadlines.
  • Lead the organization’s annual corporate partnership program, including the preparation of materials and fulfillment of benefits. Supports cross-promotional partnerships, as required.
  • Direct the solicitation of support from federal, state, and, when appropriate, city funding programs for capital and operating support.
  • Work with the database manager to ensure accurate, up-to-date records are tracked in the database system and work with museum learning, marketing, admissions, membership, finance, operations and executive office to assure timely and accurate data collection as required for grant proposals and reports.
  • Create prospect lists and cultivation plans to support leadership outreach. Manages activation plans in coordination with Marketing of all committed sponsors and ensures a team approach to fulfillment.
  • Initiate cash and in-kind sponsorship outreach for museum events. Participates in planning efforts to develop and identify funding opportunities and ensure revenue targets are achieved.
  • Oversee and executes completion of Annual Cultural Data Project in coordination with development manager and other Museum departments.
  • Prepare research profiles on regional and national corporations and foundations that align with PTM’s exhibits, programs, and strategic objectives to identify new opportunities.
  • Prepares outreach plans for leadership to create relationships when appropriate.
  • Research best practices and activities of peer organizations to maintain PTM’s competitiveness.
  • Edit and proofread grant proposals and other communications.
  • Participate in receptions and special events as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required, Field of study: Communications, Museum Communications, or related field.
  • A minimum of 5-8 years of a proven track record of success in corporate and foundation fundraising
  • Preferably at least three of those years will include a proven track record in working in corporate and foundation fundraising in an educational or museum environment. Five years of non-profit experience in donor development, grant writing and gift solicitation.
  • Exceptional writing skills with demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team environment; able to organize, integrate and present complicated information in an understandable and compelling manner; highly organized and able to multi-task with ease; proven successful, excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Experience managing and strategically growing a corporate and foundation development portfolio. Local knowledge of the Philadelphia philanthropic and business community is preferred.
  • Knowledgeable regarding trends in philanthropy, education, museums, and awareness of corporate and foundation funding sources. Experience researching and identifying funding sources. Knowledge of best practices in foundation and corporate relations.
  • Able to analyze requests for proposals, guidelines and requests; able to think and problem solve creatively; organize ideas appropriately. Able to understand and structure budgets.
  • Strong project management skills and time management skills; highly organized and detailed oriented. Knowledge of organizational development as it pertains to seeking corporate and foundation funding. Experience working with donors and corporate/foundation representatives.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiar with experience with Donor Management software; Altru experience a plus.
  • Experience with technical report writing, able to present technical data. Ability to write persuasive, convincing cases for funding. Excellent writing/editing skills.
  • Able to communicate and collaborate effectively and professionally. Demonstrated results in developing cultivation strategies, creating successful sponsorship packages and funding proposals.
  • Knowledge of methods and strategies that cultivate and maintain relationships between fund-seeking and recipient organizations and funders.
  • Ability to travel locally and out of state as required. i.e. Cultivation events and donor visits. May include evening/weekend work activity. Several evening and weekend development and other special events each year.
  • Must have PA Criminal History, FBI fingerprints, and PA Child Abuse Clearances. All background check clearances must be complete prior to hire.
  • COVID-19 vaccination and booster as well as an influenza vaccination are required for hire.
  • The position’s essential functions listed above describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties and skills may be required and assigned, as needed.
Education Level:
Bachelor’s degree required, Field of study: Communications, Museum Communications, or related field. With a minimum of 5-8 years of a proven track record of success in corporate and foundation fundraising
To Apply

Please Touch Museum offers an excellent work environment, benefit, generous time off package and competitive salary. To apply for this opportunity, please fill out our online application.

https://www.pleasetouchmuseum.org/careers/director-corporate-and-foundation-relations/

Executive Director: Philadelphia Bail Fund

The Opportunity:

PBF is at an important juncture in its organizational history. Since 2020, the organization has grown rapidly from a staff of one to four full-time staff members. In response to COVID-19 and the uprisings against police violence in 2020, PBF greatly expanded its impact, helping free over 400 Philadelphians from the city’s jails – a 400% increase from the prior year. The organization has also increased its capacity to provide holistic post-release supports and to engage in intentional organizing with directly impacted communities. With our Board, staff, leaders (our directly impacted organizers), and volunteers, PBF is undergoing substantial growth as we build the grassroots movement necessary to end cash bail and pretrial punishment in Philadelphia.

We are hiring a dynamic and experienced Executive Director (ED) to oversee the continuation of this important work and lead PBF into this exciting new chapter. The ED will have primary responsibility for the management of the organization, with emphasis on strategic planning, administration, fundraising, and Board relations. The ED reports to the Board of Directors and oversees a staff of three people.

Responsibilities

Staff Management & Leadership

The Executive Director directs the staff team in carrying out the day-to-day operations that move us toward our goals.

  • Oversee the administration and operations of the organization; ensure smooth functioning of ongoing programmatic efforts and implement systems to track scaling progress; regularly evaluate program components.
  • Supervise staff members, including goal setting, development, evaluation, and coaching; maintain a work environment that fosters teamwork, open communications, and dedication to PBF’s vision and values.
  • Steward the ongoing organizational transformation that is needed to attain PBF’s goals, and nurture an inclusive, collaborative, team-orientated work environment.
  • Provide direction and visionary leadership for the organization and plan and implement strategies to further shared mission and goals.
  • Oversee the work of contingent staff, including external consultants and vendors; monitor achievement of goals relative to established service level agreements and contracts.

Board & Governance

The Executive Director collaborates with the Board of Directors to develop and execute PBF’s strategic vision and direction.

  • Cultivate ongoing collaborative relationship with an engaged Board, equipping them with necessary information about organizational developments.
  • Serve as ex-officio member of Board and seek and build board involvement in strategic planning and direction.
  • Work closely with the Board to steer the organization to meet goals in alignment with mission.

Fundraising & Finance

The Executive Director ensures that PBF is fiscally sound and financially healthy.

  • Ensure a strong fundraising program that includes grassroots, major donor, and foundation strategies in addition to grant writing.
  • Develop, nurture, and maintain key funding relationships, especially among foundations and major donors.
  • Work with Board & Controller to develop, adopt and monitor annual budget, as well as ensure long-term financial health and stability of the organization.

Communications 

The Executive Director maintains effective communications with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that messaging aligns with PBF’s mission, principles, and goals.

  • Support Communications team to deepen and refine all aspects of communications—from web presence to external relations with the goal of greatly expanding our publicity.
  • When appropriate and strategic, serve as the voice & spokesperson for PBF among press, coalitions, funders, and the community-at-large.
  • Cultivate key relationships, partnerships, and alliances within and beyond Philadelphia city limits.
  • Respond to unanticipated opportunities and challenges as they arise.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications. (We are less interested in titles and more interested in who you are and what you’ve actually accomplished.)

  • Demonstrated record of working to dismantle mass incarceration and carceral systems.
  • Prior experience in supervising staff and managing a cohesive staff team, and skilled in moving through conflict.
  • Effective experience in strategic planning, organizational development, organizational transformation.
  • A track record of successful fundraising through grants, events, and individual donor solicitation.
  • A deep knowledge of the cash bail system. Knowledge can be demonstrated by having experience with cash bail being imposed upon you, having posted/paid cash bail on behalf of another person, and/or having experience providing legal representation to someone subject to cash bail. Priority will be given to candidates who have been directly impacted by bail and/or the criminal legal system.
  • Dedication to centering the experiences and beliefs of justice-involved people in program design and development and experience working with justice-involved people.
  • High degree of cultural awareness; experience in navigating and challenging white supremacy, classism, racism, and other systems of oppression.
  • Visionary and strategic; the ability to anticipate and create possibilities during challenges and see the big picture while paying attention to details.
  • Strong facilitator; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; skilled in resolving conflict.
  • A collaborative leader; ability to lead through collaborative partnerships and engage others in planned change.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Roots in Philadelphia; familiarity with various communities and neighborhoods.
  • Candidates who have been directly impacted by bail and/or the criminal legal system.

Salary & Benefits

Compensation includes competitive salary and generous benefits package.

 

About Us

Founded in 2017, the Philadelphia Bail Fund (“PBF”) combats mass incarceration by working to end cash bail and pretrial punishment in Philadelphia. Until that day, we seek to prevent the harms of wealth-based detention by paying bail for our neighbors in need at the earliest possible moment after arrest. Every year, thousands of Philadelphians, overwhelmingly poor and Black, have a price set on their freedom. Our work stems from the belief that this practice is unjust, unnecessary, and inhumane. We are committed to creating a society where our work as an organization is no longer needed — a society that values people’s freedom and invests in equitable and transformative justice systems in which everyone feels safe and all communities have the resources they need to thrive.

Apply for this job

Please email your resume and a detailed cover letter explaining your interest in the position to jobs@phillybailfund.org. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis, but candidates are encouraged to apply by Monday, November 15 for priority consideration. This position will remain open until filled. Our hope is for the new Executive Director to start the role in January 2022, with a transitional period with the outgoing Executive Director. PBF is an equal opportunity employer. Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and other People of Color, women, LGBTQI-GNC people, formerly incarcerated, and other people who have been directly impacted by criminalization are strongly encouraged to apply.

Director of Development: Pennsylvania Innocence Project

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Development Director. In partnership with the Executive Director, the Director of Development is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program that drives growth and sustainability for the organization. A successful candidate will feel a strong sense of commitment to the mission of the Pennsylvania Innocence Project.

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Assist Executive Director and Board in setting annual fundraising and marketing goals
  • Develop and execute annual fundraising plan
  • Secure financial support from individuals, foundations, government resources, and corporations
  • Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with major donors
  • Develop and track proposals and reports for all foundation and corporate fundraising
  • Oversee the preparation and implementation of regular donor solicitation campaigns
  • Oversee development and implementation of fundraising events
  • Assist with Board Development Committee and engaging Board members in fundraising and special events
  • Create regular development reports for the Executive Director and Board
  • Create solicitation materials for the fundraising team.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills with a passion for social and racial justice. They will have demonstrated success in all facets of fundraising including individual and corporate giving, government and foundation grants and special events. They will have experience in recruiting, managing, motivating, and engaging board members in fundraising. Sensitivity to the unique needs facing exonerees who have spent years wrongly incarcerated is required.

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4-year institution is required, Certificate in fundraising management is helpful.  Five years Development experience including experience with fundraising software and familiarity with budgeting and financial reporting is required. Superior written, verbal, and interpersonal skills are essential.

We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position and invite you to share with us your thoughts on how your background and experiences can contribute to the diversity, vitality, and cultural perspective of our staff, clients, and services.

Salary:  $70,000- $85,000, based on experience, with benefits.

About Us

The Pennsylvania Innocence Project is a non-profit, public interest legal organization dedicated to exonerating those who have been wrongfully convicted of crimes they did not commit and preventing innocent people from being convicted in the future. That mission is coupled with training law students and practicing lawyers to recognize and litigate valid innocence claims and providing reentry services to innocent people who have been exonerated to assist them in their transition home and back into society.

Apply for this job

Please attach: A cover letter, resume, and 3 references.

Executive Director: Food Moxie

The Food Moxie Executive Director (ED) oversees all strategic and operational responsibilities of the organization and provides leadership for Food Moxie’s staff, programs, strategic plan, and execution of its mission. Other key duties include fundraising, and community outreach and managing partnerships. The position reports directly to the Board of Directors.

The Food Moxie Executive Director shall lead the organization in its mission to educate and inspire people to grow, prepare, and eat healthy food.  Food Moxie activities include partnering with organizations in Philadelphia to engage youth and families in gardening, farming, and food education, to promote self-sufficiency, community connectedness, and advance food justice.  The ED will support the Food Moxie mission by working directly with community program participants to share information and resources with one another to grow and cook food, as well as learn about food systems and agriculture. In partnership with local schools and community-based organizations, Food Moxie’s signature programs and initiatives center around experiential learning, leadership development, and “building agency” with participants to bolster individual and community health.

The ED will ensure that organizational and programmatic operations align with Food Moxie’s commitment to equity and inclusion, cooperative principles, and promote local, small-scale, urban agriculture.

The ED position currently supervises a staff of two.

Executive Director Core Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership 

  • Work with the board, staff, and key stakeholders/partners to develop and implement a mission-driven strategic plan.
  • Implement and track annual priorities, utilizing a metrics dashboard, and task list for strategic plan areas.
  • Utilize data-driven analysis in evaluating all operational and strategic operations.
  • Serve as liaison between board and staff, strategic partners, and funders. Present program reports, materials, and resources to the Board of Directors as needed and during scheduled meetings.
  • Ensure transparency of communication with board and staff.
  • Oversee capacity building in accordance with strategic goals and priorities
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with all donors and foundation and institutional funders. Review and finalize fund development initiatives, grant applications, fundraising events, and annual appeals.
  • Develop a long-term revenue plan that includes planned giving and other strategies to create sustained funding.
  • Lead budget review process in collaboration with board finance committee.
  • Oversee annual audit/financial statements and filing of 990 and BCO-10 in consultation with independent auditor.

Personnel Management

  • Review and refine recruitment of staff, including hiring, onboarding and performance review and evaluation. Ensure hiring, retention and training of staff are aligned with organizational values and goals.
  • Develop and maintain personnel policies and procedures, including benefits and compensation
  • Conduct performance reviews for direct reports.
  • Identify and secure opportunities for professional development and team building.
  • Lead and support an environment to examine, engage, and push forward Food Moxie’s commitment to race equity, advance food, and social justice, and build an organizational culture of collaboration, innovation, and joy.

Program Management

  • Ensure Food Moxie has a visible and respected presence in the community. Develop a comprehensive communications plan that keeps all stakeholders engaged.
  • Ensure Food Moxie continually applies for all USDA and other federal grants as appropriate and the successful management and compliance of those grants once they are awarded.
  • Serve as media spokesperson, including soliciting press coverage and securing public speaking engagements to raise awareness of Food Moxie.
  • Oversee relationships with major vendors, including insurance agencies, auditors, employee benefits providers (including Weavers Way Co-op), and city/state/federal agencies for licensing.
  • Ensure that legal and regulatory requirements are met; consult with legal counsel as needed.

Qualifications/Skills/Attributes:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (years of relevant experience may be substituted for Degree).
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant non-profit leadership experience with an emphasis on organizational and resource development.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience with program development and management, grant writing and reporting.
  • Demonstrated passion and engagement in food education, gardening, farming programs and initiatives, preferred.
  • Ability to manage time efficiently – with great attention to details/deadlines – while working on several projects simultaneously.
  • Strong communicator who has effective relationship management skills and is an inspiring and credible external spokesperson.
  • Exceptional writing, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. High level of attention to detail.
  • Ability to motivate and develop staff and volunteers;
  • Ability to develop partnerships with service and program-related organizations;
  • Ability to work independently, think creatively, solve problems collaboratively, and make decisions in accordance with established policies;
  • Ability to budget time and delegate tasks according to the needs of the organization;
  • Demonstrated ability to think strategically and understanding of strategic development;
  • Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret financial reports and conduct budgetary planning.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google products

Salary Range: $75,000-$85,000

About Us

From seed to supper, Food Moxie educates and inspires people to grow, prepare, and eat healthy food. Food Moxie envisions a world where all people have access to the skills and resources to grow, cook, and enjoy healthy food. We build healthy communities by connecting people to the earth and their food, as well as to themselves and one another. We partner with schools and community organizations to activate educational growing spaces that offer experiential learning in gardening, farming, nutrition, and culinary arts. We encourage our partners to engage with our growing spaces in ways that meet their individualized needs. We also provide the tools and resources necessary to inspire our communities to grow and cook at home.

Apply for this job

Food Moxie was founded in 2007 as Weavers Way Community Programs, the nonprofit affiliate of Weavers Way Cooperative. This is a full time, exempt position with occasional evening and weekend hours. Salary is commensurate with experience. Food Moxie offers a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/life/disability insurance; 401k plan with match; 15% discount at Weavers Way Co-op; generous paid time off. All Food Moxie employees must pass PA Child Abuse and Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Background Check. FOOD MOXIE values and promotes a culture of inclusion, seeking staff from diverse backgrounds. FOOD MOXIE is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. To apply, send resume and cover letter to laura.crandall@gmail.com using the subject line: Food Moxie Executive Director. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. No phone calls please.

President: Archbishop Ryan High School Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The President serves as the school’s chief ambassador and governing administrator with responsibilities focused on strategy, financial sustainability, institutional advancement, organizational structure, community, and spiritual leadership. The President delegates to the Principal daily responsibilities for academic and co-curricular affairs.

Guided by Catholic faith and an educational philosophy that reflects a learning, serving, worshiping, and witnessing community, Archbishop Ryan’s next President will implement strategic initiatives designed to increase its market presence, enrollment, and philanthropic support to promote a robust and purposeful educational experience.

The President is appointed in collaboration with the Archbishop Ryan Board of Directors and the Office of Faith in the Future. The President reports to the Chief Operating Officer of Faith in the Future in matters pertaining to the administration of the school and the Archbishop Ryan Board of Directors per the bylaws of Boards of Specified Jurisdiction in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

Specific Responsibilities

Strategic  Vision and Leadership
  • In collaboration with Faith in the Future and Archbishop Ryan’s Board of Directors, develop and implement organizational plans and goals that advance the mission of Archbishop Ryan and Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
  • Provide overall direction, motivation and guidance to school administrators, faculty, and support staff; inspiring colleagues to work to their fullest potential, taking the lead role in the creation of a culture of excellence and accountability.
  • Direct supervision and evaluation of the Principal, Director of Institutional Advancement, Director of Maintenance, Director of Marketing, Director of Admissions, and Tuition Manager.
  • Set strategic vision for development and enrollment goals and actively participate in advancement.
  • Embody, manifest, and advocate Catholic faith and spirituality while promoting a culture of inclusion and diversity that promotes social/emotional wellness of all students.
  • Effectively communicate with parents, alumni, and other constituents so that the mission, philosophy, educational goals, and other aspects of the school are clearly articulated.

Institutional Advancement / Board Relations

  • Cultivate a strong and transparent working relationship with the Board and ensure open communication about the measurement of performance against stated milestones and goals.
  • Provide to the Board of Directors various scenarios and possibilities for the Board to consider as it does its work focusing on the strategic future of the school; leading the development and execution of strategic and long-range plans, including major fundraising campaigns and capital improvement projects.
  • With the Director of Advancement, develop and administer the Annual Fund and other special fundraising campaigns, being actively engaged in building and maintaining relationships with donors and prospective donors participating in direct solicitation.
  • Represent Archbishop Ryan to the school’s external constituencies, including individual donors, businesses, parishes and institutional partners, alumni, community organizations and others through off-campus meetings and speaking engagements with existing and new audiences.
  • Utilize all available resources to provide scholarship and tuition assistance in order to make the school available to all who desire a Catholic education.
  • Regularly report to and collaborate with the Board of Directors on school operations and strategic and long-range plans, providing quarterly reports for the Board of Directors, staff and stakeholders of the school on Archbishop Ryan’s academic program, school achievements and progress on planned goals.
  • Create a highly visible profile and unambiguous identity to help Archbishop Ryan High School distinguish itself in the marketplace.

Finance / Operations

  • Develop and administer, with the Director of Accounting and Finance Committee, the annual operating budget.
  • Ensure the safety, security, and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and volunteers.
  • Create a campus master plan and oversee the financial status of the school including developing long and short-range financial plans, monitoring the budget and ensuring sound financial controls are in place.
  • Supervise the Director of Accounting in the preparation of preliminary and final budgets; to monitor income, expenditures, collections, and cash flow; to maintain appropriate financial records; to oversee the employee benefit program.
  • Support the selection and hiring of qualified persons to serve as members of the faculty and administration; hold regular meetings of the faculty and staff and ensure that the general policies of the Board are understood and followed.
  • Monitor and coordinate matters regarding employment, retention, and dismissal of personnel; salaries and contracts; job assignments performance evaluation, orientation, and training.
  • Represent the school in its relations with the Archdiocese, Faith in the Future, school districts, township, county, Commonwealth, and federal agencies and with local, state, regional, and national educational organizations, and accrediting agencies.

Academic Oversight

  • Cultivate and support an environment and culture for 21st Century teaching and learning to flourish.
  • With a mindset of growth, leadership and innovation, ensure that the school leadership is pursuing the best talent in education.
  • In collaboration with the Principal and Assistant Principals, monitor all programs of the school including curriculum, grading, testing, and reporting to parents, and disciplinary policies and standards of conduct.
  • Ensure that all employees and volunteers comply with the mandates of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia regarding the maintenance of a safe and secure environment, including clearances and mandated reporter training.
  • Ensure that periodic program evaluations take place and reports to external agencies are submitted as required.
  • Ensure that Archbishop Ryan High School provides an environment in which professional development is supported and encouraged for all faculty and staff.

THE CANDIDATE

The President must believe in the mission and vision of Catholic education and Archbishop Ryan High School. The President must model Catholic ideals, work to inspire colleagues and constituents and strive to build a long-term sustainable strategy for the school. The ability to shepherd the school through periods of change while keeping a strategic eye on the importance of responding to the evolving needs of the community with innovative and fiscally responsible programs is essential. The successful candidate will be a relationship builder and visionary thought leader who can productively leverage the contributions of others, building a community of accountability and passion in delivering a transformational Catholic educational experience.

Qualifications

  • An appreciation and passion for the mission of Archbishop Ryan High School with a deep-rooted commitment to Catholic faith and values.
  • Must be a genuinely faith-guided, visionary, and strategic leader with an institutional-building mindset.
  • Minimum of 10 years progressively responsible senior leadership experience in business, education or nonprofit sector.
  • Broad knowledge of overall operations of a successful and integrated organization including finance, budget development, admissions, fundraising, marketing and care and maintenance of physical plant.
  • Visionary and strategic planning capabilities to be applied toward the development of an innovative fundraising program and the leadership necessary to ensure its successful implementation.
  • Proven experience in revenue generation and the ability and willingness to lead in fund development, including identification, cultivation, stewardship and face-to-face solicitation of donors; capital campaign experience preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to build, foster and maintain positive relationships with both internal and external constituencies including administrators, faculty, Board members, volunteer leaders, students, and donors.
  • Ability to articulate a Catholic philosophy of education that recognizes the need for appropriate programs to serve a range of students’ needs, interests, and enrichment.
  • Excellent public speaking skills complemented by a demonstrated ability to interact with diverse personalities and situations with ease and grace.
  • Superior communication skills to express, orally and in writing, Archbishop Ryan’s mission, vision, and goals with clarity, passion, and persuasion.
  • Self-confidence and humility combined with a sense of humor and a collaborative management style.
  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in education, organizational leadership, business, fundraising, or ministry preferred.
  • Limited travel required; must be available to attend events after work hours or on weekends as needed.

THE INSTITUTION

Archbishop Ryan High School, a coeducational Roman Catholic high school located in Northeast Philadelphia and one of the high schools that make up the Secondary School System of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, has remained steadfast in delivering the high-quality educational experience that the school has become known for since its inception in 1966. Originally two separate boys’ and girls’ schools, the current school was merged in 1989 and carries forward the proud traditions of both schools. With 810 students in grades 9 through 12, the school is accredited by the Middle States Association of Secondary Schools and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Archbishop Ryan’s goal is to continue to build a robust Catholic high school that is thriving and viable for the future. The school seeks to challenge students, in and beyond the classroom, as the faculty and administration strives to provide the knowledge, wisdom, and experiences that will serve as a foundation for success as leaders and productive members of society in service to God and neighbor. These are challenging times for the education community and especially so for Catholic schools. Archbishop Ryan is looking for a strong administrative leader that will be an integral part of the school community that can drive a new strategic plan, build a strong development/fundraising program, find new purpose for underutilized facilities, and be a collaborative and unifying force with the Archbishop Ryan Board, Staff, and Alumni.

For additional information, please visit their website at https://www.archbishopryan.com/.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In keeping with Church teachings on social justice, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, benefits and access to training.

As a religious organization, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is also bound by Canon Law and Catholic teachings. For this reason, there may be occasions when an employee’s failure to adhere to the truths of the Catholic faith are a factor in employment-related decisions. In the event an employee fails to adhere to, or takes a position publicly that is contrary to, Catholic doctrine and teachings, or any policy or procedure maintained by the Archdiocese, the employee may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Employment practices will not be influenced by an individual’s legally protected status or any other basis as may be required by local, state and/or federal law as those laws apply to the Archdiocese.

Executive Director: Housing Partnership of Chester County

Company Summary

The Housing Partnership of Chester County (HPCC) improves the quality of life for low-to-moderate income people of Chester County by providing the ability to acquire and maintain decent affordable housing.

Additional information regarding HPCC can be found at: www.housingpartnershipcc.com

Position Summary

To contribute to the mission, the Executive Director is accountable for all operational activities of the HPCC. Provides leadership to the organization consistent with the vision and mission, laws and regulations, and sound business practices that result in a long-term profitable and sustainable entity.  Develops, manages, and implements programs that support the Board approved Strategic Plan.

All interested candidates email your resume to:  hpcc.info@verizon.net

Director of Finance and Human Resources: Friends Association

Job Function:

The Director of Finance and Human Resources is responsible for managing financial, human resource, and administrative functions. This includes assisting with budget preparation; conducting financial analysis and preparing financial reports; developing and maintaining an effective system of accounting; managing government invoicing; working with the payroll company and maintaining accurate financial records for audit. The position is also responsible for the day-to-day operations of Human Resources, which includes responsibilities in functional areas such as employee relations, training and development, benefits, executive administration, and compensation.

Position/Reporting:

This is a full-time position that reports to the Chief Executive Officer. This position will supervise the Office Administrator.

Interested candidates should send their resume and letter of interest to j.lopez@friendsassoc.org

Director of Cultural Humility and Network Enrichment: Bridge of Hope

This position allows for the possibility of remote employment outside of the National office in southeastern PA.  | Full-time (exempt), will include occasional evening Zoom trainings and infrequent travel (1-2 times annually) to PA.

Bridge of Hope National is seeking a dynamic Director of Cultural Humility and Network Enrichment.   If you are inspired by the thought of using your skills to lead the practice of cultural humility (the work of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging around all areas of diversity, including race, gender, class, etc.) and provide program and leadership training for the national organization and the network, please consider joining Bridge of Hope’s team.

Who we are looking for:

This new role is part of the national Location Support Team and will also work with the CEO and the Cultural Humility Task force of the national board to incorporate all aspects of Bridge of Hope programming and organizational policies the three tenets of cultural humility:  1.) Lifelong learning and critical self-reflection 2.) Challenging power imbalances and 3.) Institutional accountability.  Additionally, this person will facilitate various trainings (Neighboring, program staff, board leadership, and fundraising), including arranging speakers and hosting Zoom sessions.  This person will be a key communication link to our network and work to build a strong and up-to-date online library of resources for the network leadership, program staff and board members, promoting strong program delivery, enhancing leadership skills and fostering network cohesion.

What a successful candidate will need:

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree, ideally in social work, education, organizational development or related field, required. Master’s degree in relevant field preferred.
  • Demonstrated professional accomplishments in the field of cultural humility, including work within the church on social and racial justice and an understanding of the many layers of exclusion that impact the lives of families facing homelessness served by Bridge of Hope. (Preference given to individual with 5+ years of experience in homeless services and/or racial justice work).
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, facilitation and presentation skills, and experience in training and equipping adults for learning, specifically with Zoom and online platforms.
  • Ability to motivate, influence and encourage leaders and groups, including the ability to mediate between different points of view and seek to integrate diverse perspectives, and engage in courageous conversations that build rapport and lead to results.
  • Deep spiritual commitment to the work of God through the church, which includes the work of justice, compassion and love and an ability to work across diverse Christian faith traditions/theology.

Critical Executive Leadership Competencies: 

  • Leads with Cultural Humility:  Approaches others with openness, setting aside assumptions, stereotypes and even cultural competencies in order to know another through their own lens and across all areas of diversity, including race, gender, socio-economic status, marital status, as well as diversity across theological and political differences.
  • Inspires and Engages People: Passionately and effectively presents a transformational vision; creates a clear and compelling view of the future by helping others understand how Bridge of Hope outcomes will change lives as cultural humility is lived out.
  • Leads Organizational Change: Seeks and encourages staff and Neighboring Volunteers to seek innovative ways to enhance cultural humility by transforming organizational culture, systems, and services.
  • Models Integrity and Ministry Values:  Committed to fostering relationships between families facing homelessness and Christian faith communities to support genuine, collaborative ministry; communicates openly and honestly to foster trust relationships among colleagues and those we serve; fosters personal growth and demonstrates reverence; lives out the Bridge of Hope values of following Jesus, engaging the church, choosing hope and practicing cultural humility.

 What your priorities will be:

  • Cultural Humility Training and Resourcing
    • Provide cultural humility leadership, resources, coaching and training for the national organization and the Bridge of Hope network
    • Serve as staff lead, in conjunction with the CEO, on the Cultural Humility Task Force of the national board to promote cultural humility across the organization, specifically focusing on expanding our institutional accountability.
    • Provide Thought Leadership on Bridge of Hope mission and values through writing, speaking, training with the network and national organization, and external facing presentation and writing specific to sharing Bridge of Hope’s cultural humility perspective around homeless services, particularly the impact of social capital and spiritual capital within Christian faith communities who serve as Neighboring Volunteers.
  • Facilitate Network Training focused on program and nonprofit topics
    • Support, train and collaborate with program staff to enhance/encourage strong program delivery in all Bridge of Hope locations.
    • Assure that programmatic materials for locations’ use are current and reflect Bridge of Hope priorities and core values.
  • Leadership Development of network staff and board
    • Resource and support the growth of network staff and board leadership
    • Participate in the HOPE Standards & Covenant annual conversation process
  • Network Communication
    • Coordinate network communications to strengthen commitment to the mission of Bridge of Hope and build network cohesion
    • Assess through member surveys the needs of the network over time and engage the network in feedback and input on future direction.
    • Oversee monthly Network News & Notes (email blast)

What we can offer you:

Bridge of Hope National is a strong, skilled team of professionals that work collaboratively to achieve our mission of ending and preventing family homelessness across the country, by engaging Christian faith communities as Neighboring Volunteers.  We offer a supportive, balanced work environment, a strengths-based leadership perspective and an opportunity to put your faith in action and empower churches across the country to live out the call to love our neighbor as ourselves.  Additionally, Bridge of Hope offers the following benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Matching IRA retirement plan
  • Generous vacation, wellness and holiday benefits
  • Medical reimbursement, for full-time employees, through an ICHRA (Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement).

Reports to:

Chief Mission Officer, with reporting relationship with the CEO.

How to Apply:

Email application, resume, cover letter, and two examples of your professional work/accomplishments in the field of cultural humility to andreap@bridgeofhopeinc.org.

As part of our commitment to keeping our staff, neighboring families and neighboring volunteers safe, effective September 1, 2021, Bridge of Hope Inc. requires COVID-19 vaccination by all employees except for religious or medical exemptions.

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