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City Year Sacramento is seeking a Development Manager focused on frontline fundraising efforts to help the site reach its yearly private revenue goal of almost $1 million. Reporting to the Development Director, the Development Manager will steward current donors and cultivate and solicit new corporate and foundation donors. The Development Manager will also support the planning and execution of external City Year Sacramento fundraising events, as well as support the site as needed. Ideal candidates will have prior fundraising and event planning experience, a passion for improving educational outcomes for children, an aptitude for relationship development, and confident communication skills. This position is ideal for someone who is entrepreneurial, detail-oriented, and a creative problem solver. Responsibilities Donor Stewardship/Management Maintain a portfolio of current individual, corporate, and foundation donors Create a stewardship calendar and implement specific activities throughout the year to thank, delight, and recognize current donors  Support and create engagements aimed at inspiring and motivating current donors to renew and/or increase their level of giving Lead collaborative corporate engagements with City Year Team Sponsors and act as liaison between corporate partners and program staff/the schools Track and record clear and timely records of contacts, donor history, and notes from donor meetings, and assist in the maintenance of the site’s internal donor database (Salesforce) Assist with report and proposal writing Support and assist with fundraising campaigns and events, such as the annual Ripples of Hope Gala, Giving Tuesday, individual fundraising events, etc. Donor Cultivation Collaborate with the Development Director to identify new corporate and foundation prospects and secure new donations to meet quarterly and annual fundraising goals Lead and/or assist with all steps in the donor cultivation process, including solicitation meetings with potential donors Represent City Year Sacramento at events and engagements; attend networking opportunities to cultivate new donors Support the efforts of City Year Sacramento’s Board of Directors in identifying and implementing fundraising strategies and brand awareness initiatives Through school visits, individual meetings, events and other engagements, create opportunities to expose new donors to City Year’s program, strategy, and mission Arrange logistics for school visits and work with school-based City Year teams to ensure AmeriCorps members and staff are prepared for visits from donors and donor prospects Facilitate school visits with donors and donor prospects to showcase City Year’s program in action Event Planning and Execution Lead and manage creative and inspirational events that powerfully communicate City Years’ service, impact, and need for support With the support of the Development Director, serve as the main event lead for major fundraising events, cultivation events, school visits, professional Learning & Development days with the Impact Department, and annual campaigns Oversee all event logistics and internal planning meetings (event timelines, creating run-of-shows and Q2Q’s, venue scheduling, etc.) Manage cross-departmental teams of City Year Sacramento staff and AmeriCorps members assisting with event planning and implementation In partnership with the Development Director, draft scripts, guest memos/invitations, and speaker talking points  Collaborate with City Year HQ staff on designing event collateral and create and distribute all e-invites, email communications to event guests and social media posts   In partnership with Impact staff, coach and prepare City Year AmeriCorps members for their roles within events, such as delivering testimonials, presenting awards, and introducing guests, interacting with donors, etc. Maintain database of event invites and RSVPs in partnership with Operations staff Create and execute follow-up engagement plan for event attendees Organization Initiatives and Site Support Attend and support whole site events, including Opening Day, MLK Day, Red Nose Day, Annual Gala, Graduation, and other site-wide designated events. Participate in cross-department collaboration groups aimed at achieving site-wide goals Lead and support AmeriCorps members in their external-facing engagement, including practicing their “elevator pitch”, school team social media accounts, involvement in donor stewardship programs, etc. Attend regional and national City Year calls, meetings, and conferences focused on professional development, best practice sharing, and developing/communicating City Year’s long-term impact strategy Ability and willingness to step up and meaningfully support other departments and tasks, as appropriate Interest in working with and helping to develop young adult professionals and youth Qualifications Approximately 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising and/or sales, with proven ability to deliver strong, measurable results Exceptional oral and written communication skills with an ability to engage and inspire a diverse range of audiences Strong initiative and ability to work independently to achieve goals Comfortability with meeting and networking with new people Efficient time management skills with an ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple projects Collaborative spirt with willingness to work cross-departmentally to achieve big picture goals Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, SharePoint, and InDesign a plus City Year/AmeriCorps alumni are encouraged to apply Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

The Regional Recruitment Manager is responsible for creating a pipeline of qualified and diverse 18 - 25 year old applicants who will be successfully admitted to the City Year corps from an assigned portfolio of accounts within the region. As an exemplary relationship manager, this role inspires and grows relationships at the institutional level and at the regional / national level to attract applicants well - suited to and well - prepared for City Year. As an engaging communicator, this individual coordinates and conducts recruitment visits and presentations, providing excellent customer service to leads and applicants, and serving as an ambassador of City Year values and culture. The Regional Recruitment Manager reports to the Regional Recruitment Director located in Los Angeles. Job Description Recruitment Plan Implementation – Secure applications from primary and incubator   accounts; Application  goals are based on market, regional / national relations, and historical data; and Develop and manage strategic partner accounts which may include college counselor associations and regional / local affiliates of national partnerships. Manage, Grow, and Develop Partnerships – Develop and implement a plan to build strong relationships with key stakeholders such as college career counselors, professors, and administrators, high school guidance counselors, and community leaders that produce a consistent and strong applicant pool from the   portfolio; Develop   and manage the portfolio and key strategic relationship with the goal of expanding the reach of the regional recruitment team; and Model best - practice relationship building. Develop Strong Internal Relationships – Build and manage relationships with home site corps, staff, and leadership to address the evolving needs of recruitment in a local, regional, and national context; Work with regional leadership to facilitate solutions to challenges of competing priorities and ensure that individual site needs are met while achieving overall regional goals; and Inform and implement the Senior AmeriCorps selections process, working closely with   Impact Operations   at home site. Recruitment Events and Activities – Plan and implement 2 - 4 external engagements per week; Develop, coordinate, and conduct presentations at identified colleges and / or high schools and community organizations including career fairs, targeted student groups and classes, and tabling; Create innovative approaches to reach target student populations   including frequent   travel and occasional evening / weekend work. Marketing Activities – Execute local marketing efforts on campuses and at adjacent locations; Measurably raise awareness, familiarity, and understanding of applicant prospects on assigned campuses from portfolio of feeder schools; Build relationships within portfolio accounts that generate media opportunities; and Maintain an active presence on social media to support organizational and team campaigns and support institutional relationships. Customer - Focused Lead Management and Application Generation – Implement standard lead management process to identify and cultivate leads through targeted, customer - focused multi - channel (phone, web, in - person) communication that ensures that leads are well informed about City Year and the AmeriCorps member   experience; and Engage   and support qualified and high priority lead prospects through application submission. Performance Analysis and Strategy – In conjunction with team leadership, develop engagement strategies through use of historical data; Regularly compare activities to applicant and confirm yield and assess Return On Investment for campus activities; In conjunction with Regional Admissions team, use established AmeriCorps member profile to identify trends in successful applicants from portfolio schools; and Use real - time data to report on progress and course correct recruitment activities and strategy as necessary. Regional Recruitment Team Growth and Development – Contribute to weekly calls with regional team to maintain connections and foster collaboration. Manage Talent – May manage at least one campus - based Recruitment Ambassador at top tier school partner to supplement campus   engagement; Conduct   regular check in calls and hold them accountable to marketing and activity goals; and Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Qualifications Demonstrated ability to self - manage time (calendar and scheduling) and prioritizing multiple work streams with minimal oversight. Comfortable in reaching out to new people to build professional relationships. Aware of systemic educational inequalities and strong desire to change it. Ability to travel frequently, multiple times in a week, within the region (rental cars provided for travel) and to multi - day events at City Year’s Headquarters in Boston twice a year. Self-awareness in inclusive communication and interaction with diverse groups of people. Positive, motivating, and inspiring written and verbal communication skills for small (1 – 3) to large (100 +) audiences. Preferred Qualifications Experience developing and maintaining relationships with a diverse group of partners to meet organizational objectives. Experience planning, implementing, and leading creative events engaging a variety of audiences. Non - profit service experience. Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

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 in Los Angeles County and Orange County. 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 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 Description As a key member of the Leadership Team, the CFO will report directly to the CEO and play a critical role in the overall strategic management of the organization. The CFO will set the financial strategy for Ednovate's $30M operating budget and $50M real estate portfolio, while also designing and delivering effective financial systems across the organization. Additionally, the CFO will steward the organization as it embarks upon its next phase of growth, growing to 11 schools, serving nearly 6,000 students, with a $100M operating budget, and $200M in real estate assets. The CFO will serve as a strategic partner to organizational leaders, providing financial guidance to inform decisions, as well as leading long-term financial strategy, forecasting, and budgeting. The CFO is committed to Ednovate's mission, has deep financial planning and analysis expertise, and is an excellent communicator capable of distilling complex concepts into clear narratives for diverse internal and external audiences, including executives, board members, public officials, funders, and lenders. In carrying out his/her responsibilities, the CFO must be able to manage a complex long-term financial model to support strategic decision-making across the organization. This person will also manage Ednovate's external budgeting and accounting team, ExED, to lead the organization's budgeting process and financial reporting. This position will be based out of the Ednovate Support Team office in Downtown Los Angeles, though time spent in schools will be expected. Duties for this position include, but are not limited to: Organizational Leadership - the CFO will serve as a thought partner to and member of the Ednovate Leadership Team as staff financial lead, setting organizational vision and strategy, mentoring staff, and providing oversight. They will also work closely with the Board of Directors as well as key external stakeholders, including funders, lenders, and authorizers. Strategic & Annual Planning - the CFO will set the financial strategy and lead long-term financial forecasting & budgeting for Ednovate's $30M operating budget. They will review financial systems and processes and drive improvements that will enable leaders at every level of the organization to understand financial impact of decisions and consistently operate favorable to budget. Most importantly, the CFO will see around corners - recognize and anticipate opportunities and challenges as they relate to organizational plans; generate ideas, strategies, and solutions to drive impact. Capital Finance - the CFO will manage the financing strategy for $50M real estate portfolio, and $150M in new campus construction over the next five to ten years. They will also manage relationships with funding partners and lead project financing efforts to ensure timely acquisition of new permanent facilities.    Financial Planning and Analysis - the CFO will manage a complex long-term financial model to support strategic decision-making and long-term sustainability across the organization including the development of alternative long-range and short-range scenarios. They will also define metrics to monitor and predict the financial performance of entities across the organization, develop systems to track performance metrics and make decisions around resource allocation. Budgeting, Forecasting, and Reporting - the CFO will lead the annual budgeting process, partnering with stakeholders across the organization, culminating with financially healthy budgets. They will oversee the budget implementation during the fiscal year, managing ExEd to ensure budgets are accurate and support solid decision-making.  Key financial metrics will be presented on a monthly basis to ensure all key stakeholders routinely review performance to budget. Management and Oversight - the CFO will oversee all fiscal and fiduciary responsibilities for the organization, in conjunction with the Board of Directors, the Audit Committee, and the Finance/Business Advisory Group. They will also manage and inspire the 4+ person ExEd external budgeting and accounting team.  Candidate Qualifications MBA or other advanced degree, or comparable experience of a minimum of 12 years Minimum of 5+ years of progressive senior responsibility in developing and building out FP&A function with a major company or division of a large corporation. Experience in a not-for-profit/school environment is preferred but not required.  Knowledge of capital and debt markets landscape, including facilities financing options,  is a plus but not required Track record of building, leading, and inspiring effective teams; evidence of building an outcomes/data-driven team culture and coaching/developing others to maximize their potential Budget development and implementation experience in a complex organization Highly effective communicator, capable of distilling complex concepts Highly systems and process-oriented Strong project management skills and ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of constituents A multi-tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced and hard-working environment 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 Service-focused mentality A belief that all Ednovate students will succeed in college and make a Positive Multigenerational Change 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.

About College Track   College Track is a national nonprofit that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. From ninth grade through college graduation, students access academic, financial, and social-emotional support along with one-on-one coaching, career exposure, and other holistic growth opportunities. Our uniquely seamless, 10-year commitment to students and individualized approach are the keys to our ongoing transformative impact: College Track students graduate from four-year colleges at double the rate of their low-income and first-generation peers; and, five years after graduation, 87% of alumni earn more than their parents.   Over more than 20 years, College Track has grown from a cohort of 25 students in a single East Palo Alto center to a network of 10 College Track centers across California, Colorado, New Orleans, and the D.C. Metro Area that now serve more than 3,200 students. With a disciplined approach to growth, we have increased the number of students we serve and continuously improved the quality and impact of the services we provide. By 2020, College Track will empower more than 3,650 students as they pursue four-year college degrees and celebrate 750 alumni rising in the workforce as models to their families, friends, and communities.   To learn more, please visit www.collegetrack.org   Our Values   At College Track, our values drive the way we do our work, and we look for individuals who share our passion. We blend an entrepreneurial spirit with our nonprofit roots, cultivating a dynamic culture where everyone's contributions are valued and encouraged.   COMMITMENT: We have an unwavering belief in our students.   PASSION: We are dedicated to changing our nation’s college completion story.   JOY: We create environments rich with smiles and laughter.   AUTHENTICITY: We believe relationships matter.   EXCELLENCE: Our students deserve nothing but the best.   Position Overview   College Track seeks a driven and organized Grant Writer who has strong and persuasive writing skills and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This position provides an essential role to the organization, creating the grant proposals and reports that enable multiple regions to serve more than 3,200 students in 2019-20. The Grant Writer must be passionate about empowering students from underserved communities to graduate from college. Location:   College Track seeks a Grant Writer to work out of our national headquarters in Oakland, CA or one of our regional offices in   Sacramento, CA Los Angeles, CA Denver, CO New Orleans, LA Suitland, MD (D.C. Metro Area) Primary Responsibilities Conduct the full range of activities required to prepare, submit, and manage grant proposals to foundations, corporations, individuals, and government entities. Collaborate with College Track national departments—Finance, Organizational Performance, Program, and Human Resources—and regional teams to gather information necessary to report to current funders. Comply with grant report and proposal requirements, utilizing templates and providing mandatory information in a persuasive, thoughtful, and sophisticated writing style. Build and maintain a knowledge sharing system capable of maximizing the development team’s collective grant proposals and reports. Maintain a comprehensive understanding of College Track history and programming across all regions—Bay Area, Sacramento, New Orleans, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C. and Colorado—to create clear, concise, and compelling reports and proposals. Compile and manage excellent historical and prospective data to effectively prioritize work; Salesforce experience is highly preferred.   Skills & Experience Required Minimum of 3 years experience grant writing and reporting, with a proven track record of raising money from foundation, corporation, and government sources; experience writing for multiple regions is preferred. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal; highest priority is the ability to write clear, concise, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals/reports; in essence, highly sophisticated writing skills are required. Excellent ability to monitor and meet deadlines. Knowledge of fundraising techniques and strategies. Excellent computer skills with all Microsoft Office programs; Salesforce experience preferred. Understanding of budgeting process, with the ability to create compelling narratives based on the organization’s financial data. Strong interpersonal and process management skills, with a strong interest in and talent for working on teams. Undergraduate degree in communications, English, writing, or similar field.   Compensation & Benefits   College Track offers a competitive salary based on the organization’s compensation philosophy, which is grounded in market data. We also offer comprehensive health & welfare benefits and top of the market paid time off. To Apply   Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter with your application. We will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.   College Track is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. College Track does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.  

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 Description We are seeking an Operations Support Associate whose primary role will be to provide high-quality customer service and support for all operational matters at our schools and network office.  This will primarily entail managing and expanding the network help desk ticketing system. Additionally, this member of the Operations team will support the creation and tracking of project plans for each team quarterly goal in order to optimize resources and clearly identify a path to achieving each goal. The ideal candidate for this position is process driven, detail oriented and an excellent communicator who enjoys working with school-based leaders, staff and students.  The candidate needs to possess strong organization, attention to detail and self-management skills. This position will be a critical part of the Ednovate Support Operations Team, working closely with school leaders, school operations staff and teachers.  This position will report to the COO and will be based out of the Ednovate Support Team offices in South LA and Downtown, though some time spent in schools will be expected. The Operation Support Associate's duties include, but are not limited to: Help Desk Management Manage a help desk system for all network operations related concerns with a response rate within 48 hours or less for all tickets.   Manage/supervise the day-to-day operations of the Help Desk including setting standards and proper expectations to ensure our customers are receiving responsive and complete operational support services.  Ensure that tickets are properly assigned, documented, updated and closed daily. Collect real-time data to track trends and facilitate constant improvement in response to support where schools need it most. Train network and school staff members to standardize ticket submission and optimize their use of the help desk features. B2B / B2C, Experience "communicating" with 2nd & 3rd level support Help Desk Expansion Expand the existing help desk to be able to receive tickets in multiple operational and compliance categories, to include:  SIS, school nutrition, facilities, finance & budgeting, procurement, and attendance. Expansion to include leveraging Zen Desk features for customer support and data analytics. Collect and analyze new help desk data to drive Ops team resource planning and school support focus for next school year. Operations Project Management Support Work closely with the COO and Network Operations team to identify quarterly projects/priorities aligned to the strategic plan goals. Ensure all quarterly priorities have clear project plans that map resources and timelines to each project ensuring on-time achievement of each priority. Support network-wide events and initiatives to ensure cross team projects have clear plans, owners, mapped resources and lead times. Candidate Qualifications A proactive self-starter with the ability to multitask, establish and rearrange priorities, and maintain focus in a fast-paced environment Project management experience Basic help desk system administration experience Strong analytical skills Relentless results-orientation Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of constituents Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Knowledge of public education and charter schools preferred, but not required 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 bonus incentive and 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.