59 Business Development jobs

What do you do all day? At NMSI, our people mean everything to us.  They are the lifeblood of the organization.  Without our staff, NMSI is just an idea.  As a member of the Strategic Initiatives team, the  Manager, Strategic Innovation  will lead priority initiatives and projects that increase NMSI’s national reach, regional presences and local impact.  In this role, the Manager will evaluate new opportunities for the organization and design the strategy and approach for pursuing new opportunities that fall outside of NMSI’s current product line.  This role will identify and facilitate strong relationships and partnerships with national organizations both to further NMSI’s strategic plan and identify areas of opportunity for NMSI’s strategic growth.  This person will serve as a thought partner across teams to ensure that new opportunities align with NMSI’s programmatic teams and strategic direction.  This person will leverage their entrepreneurial spirit and strengths in design thinking to ensure that NMSI is maximizing its impact on STEM education for students furthest from opportunity. The Manager reports directly to Vice President, Strategic Initiatives. This role can be based from our main office in Dallas, TX, or from a home office anywhere in the contiguous US.    What are the details? Manage day-to-day execution of National Catalyst Projects.  This will include building tools to visualize progress in STEM education and influencing public demand for STEM education. Execute NMSI’s partnership strategy and serve as the point person for exploring relationships and partnerships with national organizations. Execute internal R&D workflow for NMSI by supporting strategy development for evaluating new opportunities for NMSI. As needed, project manage pilot opportunities for NMSI and work closely with other internal NMSI teams to successful execute pilots. Work across all NMSI’s teams to develop opportunities, ideas and products that complement NMSI’s current product line.  This could include, but is not limited to, managing two annual events with full staff and external stakeholders to generate new ideas. Develop tools, systems and processes for engaging NMSI staff, students, educators, administrators, alumni and external stakeholders in the identification of new opportunities for NMSI Manage external vendors and consultants when applicable to ensure deliverables are met on time and with high quality Compellingly use internal and external data for case making, which could include data around program growth, success, and unrealized opportunities for NMSI Model inclusive behaviors and embrace all dimensions of diversity in the organization Other duties as assigned What are we looking for? Education & Experience  – You have a Bachelor’s Degree with at least 2 years of working in education or demonstrated knowledge of STEM education. Entreprenurial and Intraprenurial  – You believe that no idea is too small and unworthy of exploration and you are skilled at change management inside of organizations to support piloting new ideas and approaches. User-Centered –  You believe in designing for your user and take steps necessary to engage users in the design and co-creation process.  You have experience participating in and leading design sessions and gathering user input and feedback. Data Geek  – You love data, especially how it relates to storytelling; you can recognize trends and correlations better than most people and you use data to drive decisions Connected  – You are tapped into the national STEM education landscape. You are knowledgeable about the efforts of the national STEM community and imagine ways NMSI can leverage them. You build strong connections with individuals and organizations doing and producing high-quality programs and resources.   In the details  – You see the forest and the trees.  You get in the weeds when you need to in order to ensure work is moving along and that deadlines and deliverables are met. Organized & Productive  – You are a master at project planning and managing multiple priorities. You don’t let distractions prevent you from meeting goals Expert Communicator  – You can tailor your communication to multiple types of audiences; you are a concise, compelling writer Tech Savvy  – You can design teacher professional development or curricular resources in a variety of modes and platforms, with evidence of success designing materials for delivery online Growth Mindset  – You learn from failure and crave feedback because you know that it makes you better; you are also eager to give feedback to your manager, team, and colleagues Reliable  – You can work effectively with minimal supervision, but you also know when to ask for help Flexible  – You are comfortable working in an ambiguous environment with competing priorities Inclusive  – You can work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or job type—or any other factor that makes us unique!   Want to learn more? The  National Math and Science Initiative  is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming math and science education in today’s classrooms and ensuring that all students have the knowledge and skills to thrive in the global economy of the 21st century. Founded in 2007, NMSI began by dramatically improving student participation and success in rigorous Advanced Placement math, science and English courses in 85 courses across seven states. Today, NMSI has scaled its proven program to serve more than 1.5 million students, 50,000 teachers, 1,000 high schools and 45 universities across 40 states, and is having a demonstrable and lasting impact on student outcomes. NMSI Next , our five-year strategic plan, deepens our commitment to transform our current programs. In doing so, we will also launch a bold approach to partnering with school systems that drive outcomes not only at the student and school system levels but also at the regional and national levels. NMSI Next is anchored on the concept that the whole will be greater than the sum of the parts and that our teamwork and program work go hand in hand.  Additionally, we believe that our impact on the school system, regional, and national levels will reinforce itself to ensure population-level outcomes. We believe STEM education is the greatest lever to accessing opportunity and is unmatched in unlocking student potential.  Specifically, NMSI Next will implement the following strategic levers so that  all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, thrive and reach their highest potential as problem solvers and lifelong learners, pursue their passions and tackle the world’s toughest challenges. Catalyze bold thinking and enduring solutions for all students nationally Collaborate with regional stakeholders to drive sustainable changes Provide school systems a world-class K-12 solution set Build a strong, sustainable, and nimble organization positioning us to deliver exponential impact  

Development Director - KIPP Texas, Dallas   ABOUT KIPP TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS   For more than 15 years, KIPP Austin, KIPP Dallas-Fort Worth, KIPP Houston, and KIPP San Antonio have put thousands of KIPPsters on the path to and through college. Last year, we collectively educated over 25,000 students in more than 50 schools, covering a geographic area of over 400 miles. Our regions have a long history of informal collaboration, with teachers and staff members sharing ideas, curricula, professional development, facilities, finances, end-of-year field trips, and more. As we look to the next academic year, all KIPP schools in Texas are seeking to officially join forces as KIPP Texas Public Schools.   The Opportunity   The Development Director will ensure KIPP Texas’s fiscal health through developing and implementing an innovative fundraising plan. Specifically, the Development Director will manage all fundraising initiatives in the Dallas region, including the annual fund and growth campaigns. In doing so, they are responsible for creating and implementing short and long term action plans to solicit major gifts and corporate giving. As leader of the Dallas development team, they will oversee significant donor relationships; identify, cultivate, and solicit major gifts; and fundraising events. Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Development, the Development Director will work closely with the Regional Superintendent, the Regional Board of Directors, and the Chief Growth Officer.      Key Responsibilities   Develop a diversified funding base to sustain KIPP Texas ongoing financial needs and cultivate critical relationships with Dallas donors. Devise and implement a comprehensive, innovative fundraising plan that includes research, identification, solicitation, and cultivation for short and long term fundraising campaigns Serve as representative of KIPP Texas to external Dallas funding community Cultivate existing and develop new funder relationships Execute vision and oversee local fundraising events Promote KIPP Texas through in-person, phone, and email conversations and seek out potential corporate and financial donors Maintain relationships with current KIPP donors by keeping them informed about KIPP Texas and the Dallas region and by being accessible to answer questions that donors may have Meet regularly with regional and campus academic leaders to stay informed about the financial needs of each KIPP school to guide the direction of fundraising Work closely with KIPP Texas Grants Team and Finance Team to complete reporting and compliance requirements as needed Other duties as assigned by Deputy Chief of Development   Coach and Manage Regional Development Team Oversee goal-setting, performance management, and professional development of Development Manager Progress-monitor performance relative to goals Delegate and review work projects as needed   Manage Relations and Giving of Regional Board of Directors Work with Deputy Chief of Development and Regional Board of Directors to develop strategies to initiate and meet fundraising goals Prepare all development reports   Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's Degree required; Masters degree preferred 5+ years of experience in fundraising, volunteer management and nonprofit event coordination, including significant success with major gifts, corporations, foundations and government sources Proven track record of meeting annual fundraising goals Knowledge of the local philanthropic community Strong record of engaging board members, and direct solicitation of major donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations Experience working with non-profit or education organizations in a fiscal capacity Comprehensive experience tracking development in relation to income projections and departmental budgets Comprehensive experience in collaborating with a finance team to ensure long-term sustainability Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated and have the ability to act in a manner that will reflect positively on the organization Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication and facilitation skills Personnel management experience Evening and weekend hours required at certain times of the year Proficiency in MS Office Suite, MailChimp, Raiser’s Edge, and social media Model positive and healthy character traits and habits, such as being organized, consistent, and understanding Unquestioned integrity and commitment to the KIPP Texas mission Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise. A competitive benefits package is also offered.   ABOUT KIPP KIPP is a non-profit network of 200 college-preparatory, public charter schools educating elementary, middle, and high school students.  We believe that all students will learn and achieve at high levels if given the opportunity. Our mission is to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and character strengths they need to seize those opportunities. Great education transforms lives.     KIPP provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

REPORTING TO: Managing Director of Strategic Growth   ROLE OVERVIEW: The Strategy Team is a newly created team within KIPP Texas Public Schools that will be focused on identifying and managing the execution of major strategic priorities across the organization.  The Strategy Team will lead several permanent functions, including multi-year and annual strategic planning, local and statewide expansion, and analytics.     Over the next several years, KIPP Texas will open new schools to fulfill its goal of serving 100,000 students statewide. KIPP Texas’ Strategic Growth team supports regional and statewide growth (expansion) planning, as well as cross-departmental and cross-campus collaboration through successful work plan development, project management and implementation. The Strategic Growth team will focus on three important areas: 1) building statewide school model for expansion, 2) building bottoms up regional growth plans; and 3) supporting school leaders annually as they launch school openings by serving as a coordinator across KIPP TX departments. The key responsibilities for this role is to assist with the development and implementation of multi-year growth plans and strategic growth plan initiatives.    The Strategic Growth Consultant reports to the KIPP Texas’ Managing Director of Strategic Growth and works closely with the Manager of Strategic Growth, as well as other members of the Strategy Team and other network leaders in order to provide analytical, strategy development, and project management support to a growing organization.   The first key priority for the Strategic Growth Team will focus on developing growth model recommendations by coordinating across various functional stakeholders .  Other early strategic projects (Years 1 and 2) include collaborating with existing local networks to understand current systems and best practices, and defining school model components that align with the strategic growth plans for  statewide expansion.    This position may be based out of the Houston office (preferred) or Austin office.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop work-plans and execute against these plans with independence and ownership. Collaborate and engage with stakeholders to project manage initiatives, work streams and strategies for the benefit of network expansion. Partner with teams across KIPP Texas to surface high-impact strategies and analyses for challenges they present. Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis on core strategic issues and synthesize insights. Identify growth opportunities, form hypotheses, and synthesize conclusions into recommendations. Identify key data sources, and gather data through secondary research as needed. Effectively deliver engaging, informative, well-organized presentations or focus group sessions as required. Prioritize work on different team projects happening simultaneously. Possess an understanding of operational and instructional conditions and remain at the forefront of industry standards, emerging practices, and new technologies that support strong strategy development and expansion. Support the development of expansion related metrics, balanced scorecards, dashboards and other documents that facilitate quantitative analysis and drive institutional growth. Resolve and/or escalate project-related concerns in a timely fashion and provide constructive solutions professionally. Codify Strategic Growth Standard Operating Procedures for expansion Perform all other duties as assigned.   QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of 4 years of work experience in a project management, strategy or consulting-type role. Demonstrated ability to have impact and influence across multiple functional areas (e.g., academics, talent, finance, operations, etc.) Self-directed and results-oriented, demonstrating initiative and follow-through. Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills. Excellent listening, written and verbal communication skills. Strong stakeholder management and service-orientation. Experience with charter or charter-like schools, non-profit strategy, non-profit consulting, and/or with students in low-income urban environments is preferred, not required. Ability to model KIPP’s values at all times.   COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Compensation will be commensurate with experience.    KIPP provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR: DIRECTOR, NEW PARTNER DEVELOPMENT You grind and hustle to meet ambitious goals.  You love people, you love achievement, and you do what it takes to succeed.  You will be Possip’s leader of new partner development and will model the mindset, skills, and actions needed to bring on new partners.     You learn quickly, are curious, and love to chase and attain big, seemingly unrealistic goals.  You are comfortable in ambiguity -- but work to create structure and sense out of it. You are inspired to persevere and overcome rejection - for the right cause or idea.   You are data-driven in your planning and in your drive to continuously improve.  You bring strong strategy, planning, organizing, and relationship skills together Most importantly you believe each person, inclusive of every socioeconomic status, racial or ethnic identity, and educational experience, has value and deserves to have their voice shared in a productive way.  You believe in the power and potential of schools - and see yourself as a supporter of the leaders and educators who work within them. Because of this belief you will drive the work of Possip forward. You will join a small start-up team working to grow a service and platform that will simplify and enable parent to school feedback loops across a diversity of parents and schools. You must care about integrating parent perspective into schools, and about helping schools learn and grow.  You should be able to successfully navigate diverse communities, constituencies and contexts. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Sales Strategy Develop the vision, strategy, and tactics to meet ambitious adoption goals for Possip Consider and integrate information and perspective from national, state and local policy; insights on parents and consumer goods; and school and district habits and needs to develop the strongest, highest impact sales strategy for Possip Cultivation Model outstanding outreach, cultivation, and partner acquisition and navigation skills Meet personal new partner development goals Management Partner with current part-time Possip team members to manage staff members supporting sourcing sourcing and outreach Develop goals, dashboard and accountability systems to help team members know their performance against ambitious goals Train incoming and current team members to meet strategic and tactical priorities Partner with Possip’s Founder to script the repeatable sourcing, outreach and sales cycle Leadership & Marketing Work with Possip’s leadership to integrate the Possip sales strategy with other areas - implementation, technology, and operations Partner to develop the marketing and public relations that will strengthen and enable sales Take learnings and insights from prospects into product and development QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree (Masters welcome) or requisite experience Relevant work experiences (10+ years) Strong data & analytical skills Impeccable judgement Great relationship builder Bilingual a plus Able to be optimistic and work efficiently, intensely, and within an entrepreneurial environment Passionate about making schools great Love getting feedback and sharing feedback Authorized to work in the United States ABOUT POSSIP Possip was founded in January of 2017  to help schools make parents their greatest asset using real-time feedback.  Possip does this by collecting weekly feedback from parents and providing schools with recurring weekly reports.  We have almost 30,000 parents across almost 100 schools. Possip is growing to serve even more school partners and families.  We are building a team to help us grow, meet the needs of our school partners and their parents, and build a sustaining organization that is sound financially, culturally and operationally. WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR: POSSIP TEAM You want meaningful work where you will learn, grow, and challenge the status quo while being kind, practical, relational, and strategic.  You are the rare person who can hold two competing ideas in your head at the same time. You love people as much as you love data. You learn quickly, are curious, and love to chase and attain big, seemingly unrealistic goals.  You are comfortable in ambiguity — but work to create structure and sense out of it. You are inspired to persevere and overcome rejection – for the right cause or idea. You can organize, plan, relate, and create. You are ready to do what needs to be done to meet the goal, whether mundane tasks or projects for which you don’t feel qualified. Most importantly you believe each person, inclusive of every socioeconomic status, racial or ethnic identity, and educational experience, has value and deserves to have their voice shared in a productive way.  You believe in the power and potential of schools – and see yourself as a supporter of the leaders and educators who work within them. Because of this belief you will drive the work of Possip forward. You will join a small start-up team working to grow a service and platform that will simplify and enable parent to school feedback loops across a diversity of parents and schools. You must care about integrating parent perspective into schools, and about helping schools learn and grow.  You should be able to successfully navigate diverse communities, constituencies and contexts.

Ednovate Background Ednovate launched its first school, USC Hybrid High, a personalized learning high school, in 2012. Since then, Ednovate has grown to five schools and is on a trajectory to continue to grow over the next several years. Ednovate is committed to serving in areas where students traditionally lack access to a quality college prep education by building tuition-free, safe, and high-performing public schools to serve neighborhoods that need it the most. Ednovate is currently planning for our next growth phase as we continue to fulfill our mission to make a positive multigenerational change within the communities we serve and in our profession. Position Overview Ednovate is seeking an innovative and results-focused Director of Development and External Affairs to build the vision for how Ednovate engages with our partners, key stakeholders and funders. The position will be responsible for driving outcomes related to fundraising, media and communications, government relations, and stakeholder management. As Ednovate continues to scale, this new position is an exciting and challenging opportunity to help us grow from 5 to 11 schools and expand the lasting positive multigenerational change we are making in our communities. Key Responsibilities: Internal/External Relations Develop Marketing and Communications program, including media relationships, branding, website, public relations, social media and all external and internal collateral materials. Manage the external representation and image of Ednovate. Oversee advertising agency relationship to support student enrollment, staff recruitment and donor cultivation efforts. Represent Ednovate at various community, education and partner events. Stay on top of local, state and national education policy issues. Development Create and execute a $40MM capital campaign strategy and successfully fulfill by 2023.  Create and execute a $22MM operational campaign strategy and successfully fulfill by 2023. Monitor progress toward fundraising goals for all campaigns and share regular updates with key stakeholders. Research and apply for relevant grant opportunities. Expand donors through research, networking opportunities, relationship building and outreach. Board Development Develop and manage board to meet fundraising and external engagement goals while supporting healthy governance of Ednovate. Candidate Qualifications Demonstrated success in executing fundraising strategies A proactive self-starter with the ability to multitask, establish and rearrange priorities, and maintain focus in a fast-paced environment A process oriented thinker with strong organizational skills and attention to detail Strong project management skills Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Knowledge of public education and charter schools preferred, but not required Relentless results-orientation Belief that all Ednovate students will succeed in college and make a Positive Multigenerational Change Unwavering determination to do whatever it takes to help our students succeed Ednovate Non-Negotiables: A history of high achievement and results Impressive work ethic ("good isn't good enough") Clear passion for Ednovate's Mission Obsessive attention to detail Serviced-focused mentality Application Process Interested candidates should begin the process by submitting an application through Ednovate's website at http://www.ednovate.org/careers . Compensation Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. A comprehensive compensation plan will include a competitive benefits package. Statement of Non-Discrimination Ednovate does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW Families Empowered is a nonprofit organization founded to support the escalating number of families searching for a great school for their child. Our vision is that one day all families will have the ability to choose a high-quality school, so that all students achieve their full potential. Our mission is to empower families to engage in a marketplace of schools.  We are an impact-driven organization focused on the concept that student outcomes will improve when families choose the school that is right for them and serve as their child’s advocate.  For more information, please visit www.familiesempowered.org. ROLE OVERVIEW Reporting to the Strategic Gifts Manager, the Development Coordinator plays an important support role implementing and tracking progress towards development goals and plans. The Development Coordinator will provide research support for funding sources and prospective donors, coordinate and execute direct mail appeals, assist with the planning and execution of special events, coordinate logistics for and participate in all fundraising activities, process donor acknowledgement letters, track all fundraising efforts in Salesforce and ensure that the database – including dashboards) are up to date. This is a full time, non-exempt position. RESPONSIBILITIES Work closely with the Strategic Gifts Manager to execute and evaluate fundraising plan and strategy to raise $1-2 million annually. Research and potential funders and provide regular, detailed updates to the Strategic Gifts Manager, include unique and specific plans of action. Research and identify individual donor prospects. Follow up with prospects and current donors based upon the development calendar requirements and after meetings to keep them informed on the organization’s latest work and the impact of their contributions. Draft content to promote our services and results to supporters, friends, and community leaders in conjunction with the Strategic Gifts Manager and the Communications team. Draft and submit funding proposals. Coordinate logistics provide administrative support for, and attend all fundraising events. Develop agenda and materials for all fundraising and special events committees; attend these meetings and manage follow-up activities with volunteers. Lead the recruitment and training of volunteers. Track all interactions and outcomes in Salesforce. Coordinate and process all donor acknowledgments. Ensure that all records are saved on FE’s shared server and in Salesforce. Manage and update donor database. Produce all fundraising reports and maintain donor records. Participate in conferences and staff meetings. Track philanthropic requests, pledges, and contributions. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree required. Experience in nonprofit fundraising (experience in the education sector is preferred), administrative support, project management, sales, or completion of a rigorous corporate training program. Exceptional level of motivation, self-starter, customer driven focus, time management and project management skills is non-negotiable. Above-average understanding and familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Cloud-based programs and servers, Salesforce (or other CRMs and/or fundraising databases). Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences.  Proven success in establishing strong relationships. Results-oriented with a track record of successfully reaching ambitious goals. Exceptional presentation, communication, writing, and organizational skills is a must. Knowledge of the Houston, San Antonio, and/or Austin philanthropic communities is a plus. A team player committed to developing and working within a collaborative environment and to ensuring the highest customer service orientation. Travel : Requires up to 10% travel within the Houston, San Antonio, and Austin metro areas. Work Conditions : Work is performed in an office setting, with some participation in outdoor activities required. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences Compensation : Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits Organization pays 60% of medical premium Organization pays 100% of Short Term Disability premium Voluntary Benefits: Dental, vision, life insurance, and long term disability   Essential Physical Requirements  Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. 

ABOUT TENSQUARE TenSquare is a national charter school support organization that works alongside schools and staff to make lasting and measurable change. Working in nine states and the District of Columbia, TenSquare has practice areas in school performance, talent services, facility development, and authorizer/agency support. TenSquare team members bring operational and management expertise from top tier schools and networks from around the country.   TenSquare works in partnership with schools and school systems to help them navigate the charter accountability landscape, grow and thrive in an increasingly competitive charter school environment, and improve student outcomes. Specifically, we: Provide strategic and focused accountability coaching for leaders and boards; Develop and help implement high-impact and proven instructional coaching strategies and professional development to increase student achievement; Strengthen organizational performance through enhanced processes for budgeting, staffing, scheduling, compliance, and other operational priorities; Conduct in-depth performance audits and create data-driven action plans and operational road maps for change; Provide performance data analysis and compliance support; Facilitate long-term capacity building, strategic planning, and turnaround initiatives; Recruit high performing teachers and leaders for PK-12 and Adult Ed schools; Support planning, development, and financing of facilities projects. TenSquare ’ s strategic, hands-on engagements have led to significant gains in student achievement and organizational performance as measured by state exams and authorizer report cards.   KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The Senior Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing TenSquare ’ s school improvement projects. In this role, the Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the following: Work with TenSquare partners to project manage school performance audits, school improvement projects, and other multi-faceted projects; Prepare reports and manage reporting to client boards of directors; Develop and manage detailed project plans to monitor and track progress against goals; Manage different stakeholders towards outcomes, ensuring every owner meets deliverables and deadlines; Write grants, reports and proposals, as needed; Support content specific projects, as needed. QUALIFICATIONS Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications: Educational Background and Work Experience Three to five years of work experience, preferably in a related field; Demonstrable track record of successful project management and leadership; Experience and comfort working with project teams, charter school boards, and school leadership; A Bachelor ’ s degree from an accredited institution, required. Skills and Characteristics Relentless attention to details; Exceptional writing ability; Ability to consistently meet deadlines; Proven ability to facilitate teams and manage team members toward excellence; Strong analytical skills — ability to develop SMART goals, dashboards, and other tools to measure, evaluate, and report on project success; Familiarity with varying state and school accountability systems and measures, preferred; ability to learn new systems and measures quickly; Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills; Outstanding interpersonal and oral communication skills — ability to engage all project partners, including charter boards, school leaders, and school staff effectively; Grant and proposal writing experience, a plus; A demonstrated passion for advancing educational opportunities in low-income communities; knowledge of the charter school movement, a plus. TenSquare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, TenSquare complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.