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The Impact Manager is an effective people manager and talent developer who can directly coach 1 Senior AmeriCorps Member (Team Leader) and together lead up to 12 AmeriCorps Members in having a successful and rewarding year of service. The Impact Manager will develop and manage a partnership at the school house and community level to ensure the right conditions and resources are in place for City Year AmeriCorps Members to deliver attendance behavior, and course performance interventions to off track students. The Impact Manager will collaborate with City Year staff, school administration, faculty and community members to ensure AmeriCorps Members are trained and implementing high quality service. AmeriCorps Member Development & Program Delivery: Lead, manage, and coach a team of AmeriCorps Members to achieve service performance requirements, meet corps practitioner standards, and reach their leadership development potential. Model leadership that is animated by City Year's culture and values and create spaces that empower AmeriCorps Members to access the power of our culture and values in personally meaningful ways. This will be demonstrated by: Achieving 87% AmeriCorps Member retention by the end of the fiscal year by: Supporting Learning and Development Days and AmeriCorps Member training. Supporting the next fiscal year’s AmeriCorps Member recruitment by participating in interview days, recruitment events and confirmed ACM engagement throughout the year. Meeting end of year AmeriCorps Member survey rating targets: 75% of AmeriCorps Members rate the leadership of their Impact Manager as 4 or better on a 1-5 scale. 75% of AmeriCorps Members rate City Year as a leadership development experience as 3 or above on 1-5 scale. Ensuring 75% AmeriCorps Member survey completion on each survey given (4 times a year). Ensuring AmeriCorps Compliance and ensuring 100% of AmeriCorps Member files are complete and accurate each fiscal year by: Overseeing implementation of AmeriCorps Member management process. Tracking and documenting all infractions, suspensions, and exits. Completing all performance evaluations (with conversations) at Start of Year, Middle of Year, and End of Year. Managing and approving weekly timecards Managing and collecting all AmeriCorps Member graduation requirements School Partner Management: Build and cultivate a strong partnership with teachers, principal, school officials, and other key decision makers. Manage implementation of school partnership agreement and conditions for success (SOP): Meet end of year Service Partner survey rating targets: 95% of principals/liaisons are satisfied with the quality of service provided by the City Year team. Ensure 80% response rate on each partner survey given (2 times a year). Ensure all returning and new school partners are committed by the end of each fiscal year to continuing partnership by: Consistent meetings with school liaisons Develop school engagement strategies (ACM schedules, time on campus, school events, teacher partnerships, etc.) Coach Team Leaders on organizing and leading culture building activities and trainings within the school building Work with Impact Director to adapt model when necessary to meet changing conditions and needs Coach ACMs on how to build school relationships by understanding and meeting school/teacher needs Service Delivery & Impact: Implement City Year’s Whole School, Whole Child Tier 1 supports and Tier 2 interventions with a high degree of model fidelity to the right students, for the right dosage, at assigned schoolhouse(s) by: Leading a team of AmeriCorps Members to achieve service enrollment and impact goals: Enrolling xx students per AmeriCorps Member in Attendance, Behavior, and Math and English intervention. Ensure 80% of those students receive 15 hours of tutoring/coaching. Ensure 80% of those students improve over the course of the year. Enroll a designated number of students in after school, and manage after school programming and safety based on different models and requirements (if necessary) Achieving service implementation success: Ensuring school specific on-boarding and trainings are provided to your AmeriCorps Members. Managing teacher and faculty on-boarding to City Year partnership. Creating and managing focus lists for your AmeriCorps Members throughout the year. Creating and managing team schedules throughout the year. Creating and executing systems/processes to ensure AmeriCorps Members are creating and facilitating high quality tutoring/coaching sessions. Collaborating with Impact Director to successfully complete observation and coaching sessions of all AmeriCorps Members every 3 weeks. Collecting, tracking, and analyzing data to ensure ACMs are providing high quality service to their students in partnership with City Year Baton Rouge Evaluation team member: Collecting and submitting yearly state test scores, quarterly/trimester attendance rates and report card grades, monthly behavior assessments, birthdates, classroom assignment information, etc. Working with Evaluation team member to resolve data discrepancies. Ensuring access to students and tracking time spent with students. Reviewing data and working with AmeriCorps Members to review data entries. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree required & 1-2 years of management/team leadership experience (Transcript Required) Demonstrated ability to communicate and present ideas with clarity, credibility, humility, and tact; lead with “the why” and incorporate vision into messaging; tailor messaging to audience and maintain professionalism in speaking and writing. Demonstrated ability to anticipate and plan for questions, listen carefully, provide constructive feedback, and remain open and responsive to feedback from others.Proven success operating in ambiguous and changing environments with the demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize projects; delegate tasks appropriately; manage progress against goals for self and others while addressing barriers. Demonstrated ability to take initiative and operate in a proactive and solution-oriented manner; identify the information needed to solve a problem; link decisions to potential consequences and know when to escalate or seek guidance. Possesses openness, responsiveness, approachability, and understanding of others’ perspectives with the demonstrated ability to maintain and build relationships through collaboration; recognize and respond to the needs of others while operating within appropriate boundaries to gain respect and maintain professionalism. Demonstrated ability to address and resolve team conflict effectively and tactfully. Demonstrated ability to identify others’ strengths and areas for growth to achieve desired results and foster personal and professional development. Strong connection to the values of servant leadership, belief in the power of young people, social justice, empathy, inclusivity, teamwork, and excellence. Willingness to powerfully represent City Year, including wearing the City Year uniform, and upholding all City Year professional standards.  To succeed in the Impact Manager role, a candidate must demonstrate proficiencies in the following areas: Executes to Results: Accurately determines the length and complexity of tasks and projects. Assigns priorities and time parameters and holds others accountable. Uses benchmarks and performance measures to track progress and intervenes to address barriers to achieving results. Relationship Development: Manages relationships with diverse group of internal and external stakeholders to help achieve service goals and AmeriCorps member development. Ability to connect to and relate to others; demonstrates openness, approachability, and understanding of other perspectives. Maintains and builds relationships by recognizing and responding to the needs of others. Communication: Communicates with confidence and credibility; provides a clear sense of direction. Tailors messaging to audience; anticipates and plans for questions; listens carefully and is responsive to feedback. Communicates decisions from the organization to direct reports in an inspiring and clear manner. Talent Development: Coaches 18-25-year-olds to grow throughout service year. Develops and coach one – two team leaders to lead their teams to success. Manages a diverse population. Willingness to grow and learn new skills based on what you ask of your direct reports. Ability to work with diverse peers and departments to create consistent corps experience Team Collaboration and Leadership: Leverages diverse strengths of team members to achieve desired results; coaches and empowers others to lead; addresses and resolves team conflict swiftly and effectively. Problem Solving and Decision Making: Links problems and symptoms to identify underlying issues and focuses on addressing most critical, high-impact issues. Organizes appropriate information, expertise, and diverse perspectives for self and others to develop optimal solutions and manage decision-making. Civic Knowledge and Fluency in Education Reform: Actively seeks to understand current issues and debates related to national service and education policy and the impact they have on the communities we serve. Ability to articulate how City Years’ service helps advance education reform. 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.

WorkMonger is seeking an entrepreneurial, strategic, highly organized, and collaborative sales professional to support our work through establishing, cultivating, and stewarding relationships with US education sector organizations that can benefit from WorkMonger’s talent and selection services. ABOUT WORKMONGER WorkMonger is an online job matching service and full-service search firm that aims to transform the way organizations and jobseekers find each other for non-teaching roles in the US education sector. WorkMonger provides a more personalized and expedited hiring process by using a combination of our advanced matching algorithm, technology, and personal expertise. WorkMonger exclusively supports the broader US PreK-12 education sector, including school districts, charter schools, non-profits, technology companies, policy organizations, support organizations, and more. RESPONSIBILITIES Employer Partnership Development: Own the totality of the full-cycle partnership development function. Develop and execute on a client-centric, full-cycle sales strategy of WorkMonger’s products and services to bring a diverse group of US education employers into WorkMonger’s Employer community in collaboration with the WorkMonger team Identify and optimize new, innovative employer pipelines and partnerships, including creating a master prospect list of employers Conduct sales meeting with potential WorkMonger Employers, primarily over the phone but occasionally in person Work closely with those involved in JobSeeker recruitment and our matching process to ensure that the JobSeeker pipeline and Employer/Job pipeline are aligned (thereby maximizing the likelihood of a successful hire) Represent WorkMonger externally, including at conferences, recruiting events, networking opportunities, etc. in order to generate excitement among prospective Employers Cultivate leads to ensure “lead to Employer Sign-up” conversion in alignment with goals Focus partnership development efforts on strategies that will produce the greatest number of Employer clients and role submissions for the fewest dollars spent Work with CEO to develop messaging that clearly and concisely explains WorkMonger to external employer audiences in a manner that resonates and drives brand loyalty Support a culture of productivity and accountability through the creation and tracking of sales and retention milestones Employer Stewardship: Engage Employers and assist the Talent Matching team to ensure a successful hire Develop and execute a system and schedule of touch points with past and current Employers Solicit feedback from Employers to ensure WorkMonger is providing the highest-quality service Strive to deepen the relationship with every WorkMonger Employer through leveraging our suite of services Organizational Strategy Serve as a thought partner in all parts of WorkMonger’s strategy QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications: Passion for the education sector K-12 education sector experience. Belief in the power of people to make an impact A love for relationship building A customer service mentality Strong written and verbal communication skills. A willingness to tap your personal network of friends, colleagues, etc. for potential sales. Sales, partnership development, or fundraising/development experience Strong written and oral communication skills A high level of professionalism, customer service orientation, attention to detail, and ethical standards Bachelor’s degree Talent experience in K-12 education strongly preferred. Sales/Partnership Development experience in K-12 education preferred. Experience in the educational equity slice of the education sector preferred. Additional Qualifications: The ability to manage a diverse workload, competing priorities and deadline sensitive projects A commitment to setting and meeting long-term & short-term goals Demonstrated experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing using measurable outcomes Ability to adapt, think critically, and work in a constantly evolving environment Passion for, and experience with, systems building and data-driven decision making Technical expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, cloud-based systems and database management Personal Characteristics: Mission alignment: a belief that EVERY individual is uniquely gifted and has something of value to contribute to society Mission alignment: a belief that ALL children deserve access to an excellent and equitable education that prepares them for a successful life of their choosing Sense of humor - must love to laugh Hard working, enthusiastic team player with a “can do” attitude and strong work ethic Independent, organized self-starter and problem-solver Authentic passion for helping clients solve their talent challenges LOCATION & KEY CONSIDERATIONS Remote: May live anywhere in the United States Part-time or full-time Compensation for this role is commission-based with a base. As a young, small organization, WorkMonger does not yet offer benefits Reports to WorkMonger’s CEO Candidate must have access to a laptop, high-speed internet and Microsoft Office Suite.

Summary The Grant Writer is a full-time position primarily responsible for the writing and development of response to RFPs; government grant application; and foundation proposals and reports. Background Entrepreneurial Ventures in Education is a non-profit organization working to improve the educational performance and life opportunities of children who live in underserved  communities. Our flagship program, Phalen Leadership Academies, is a school turnaround operator that works to transform underperforming schools into high-quality schools that children need and deserve. Founded in 2013, PLA is currently  serving over 5,000  children across 14 schools. Over  90% of PLA scholars are eligible for free school meals. We have developed a model that has successfully partnered with public schools and districts to raise student achievement,  consistently transforming underperforming schools into A-rated schools. Our scholars experience significantly higher academic growth both at the local level and nationwide. Core pillars of the PLA model include rigorous curriculum; a coaching cycle that grows  educators; daily enrichment opportunities; and authentic partnership with families. At PLA, we believe that with the right education, all children can fulfill their tremendous innate potential. Position Overview The Grant Writer will help maximize financial support to Phalen Leadership Academies  by developing compelling responses to operator management opportunities, and seeking foundation and government grants that can increase the margin of excellence at our schools. Working under the supervision of the Chief Strategy and Development Officer, the Grant Writer will support the achievement of ambitious business development goals through research, analysis, writing, and editing for a broad range of audiences. The Grant Writer should exemplify intelligence, logic, empathy, tenacity, authenticity, and optimism. Ideally, you enjoy utilizing the writing process to go beyond a superficial response and do not quit until you find real substance. You are suspicious of answers that seem too easy and always want to know more. You are an optimist and hold a genuine belief in the potential of our students and communities that never falters. While the combination of a background in public education and large-scale grant writing experience is not a  requirement, you should ideally have a solid track record in one of the two areas; have worked in a fast-paced, high performing environment; and be prepared  for a steep learning curve. Essential Responsibilities · Write RFI responses for school management opportunities, as well as government and foundation grant proposals. · Develop interim and final grant reports. · Prepare project budgets and write budget narratives. · Research, identify and qualify funding opportunities from foundation, and government sources. · Initiate ongoing communication with key staff to analyze funding needs, gaps and opportunities. · Execute with exceptional fidelity PLA’s proven business development process. · Develop a deep understanding of program content to ensure integrity and quality of proposal writing. · Collect and synthesize information about PLA programs as needed to make strongest  case for support. · Manage efficient operational system to ensure accurate records and timely communication with funders; oversee grants calendar and maintain up-to-date database records for institutional partners. · Support fundraising for PLA’s summer learning and STEM programs. · Develop materials showing progress of PLA programs for donor updates and ongoing communications. · Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications · Bachelor’s Degree required. · Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of writing winning proposals. · Combination of a background in public education and large-scale grant writing is highly preferred. Interested applicants should have a proven track record in at least one of the two domains and be prepared for a steep learning curve. · Successful work experience in fast-paced entrepreneurial environments. · 3-4 years of professional writing and project management experience, with a record of strong and creative problem solving. · Demonstrated superior writing, research, project management and organizational skills. · Must be able to simultaneously execute multiple assignments with quality and handle complex tasks in a fast-paced environment. · Adheres to the highest ethical standards, demonstrates empathetic disposition and good judgment. · Ability to understand the needs and interests of public agencies and foundations in order to communicate the short and long-term goals and priorities of PLA in a manner that is aligned . · Ability to handle problems as they occur, and follow through on all aspects of the position. · Ability to analyze and synthesize data and information from multiple sources and develop comprehensive recommendations. · Willingness and ability to work some evenings and weekends. · Knowledge of office and productivity software sufficient to function smoothly in a highly technology-based environment ( including but not limited to word processing,  spreadsheet , database, email, and web-based applications ) . · Dependability, humility, sense of humor, and strong commitment to PLA’s mission and the communities we serve. Home Office The Grant Writer is a remote, home office position. A quiet working environment with high-speed internet is required . Employees supply their own cell phone and computer . Please note that only candidates capable of working in the US Pacific and Mountain  Time Zones are currently considered .

Responsibilities • Assist the Chief Strategy and Development Officer in the  planning, coordination, and preparation of state grant applications and budgets, including Title I, Title II, School Improvement Grant, and other state and federal grants. • Execute with exceptional fidelity PLA’s proven resource allocation process. • Ensure grant budgets are aligned with network ’s strategic plan, and in compliance with all state and federal requirements. • Write applications for competitive government grant opportunities. • Research, identify and qualify funding opportunities from government sources. • Develop a deep understanding of the PLA platform to ensure integrity and quality of applications and budgets. • Coordinate efforts with internal departments and outside agencies to effectively secure and renew state and federal funds. • Ensure timely submission of projects, amendments, reports, etc. • Assist with the preparation for partner/donor site visits. • Provide technical assistance for key stakeholders as assigned. • Remain up-to-date on changing laws and requirements. • Willingness and ability to work some evenings and weekends. • Light travel to training, conferences and meetings as required. • Perform all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner. Qualifications • Bachelor or higher degree from an accredited university, preferably Education and Business related field. • 2-4 years of budgeting, grant writing/administration experience in K-12. Successful experience in fast-paced entrepreneurial environments preferred. • Superior writing, research, and project management skills. • Ability to develop, maintain, and analyze budgets. • Knowledge of federal and state grant guidelines. Proficiency in interpreting federal law and state rules. • High proficiency with Excel. Knowledge of productivity software including but not limited to Word, spreadsheets, and web-based applications. • Must be able to simultaneously execute multiple assignments with quality and follow through on all aspects of the position. • Adhere to the highest ethical standards. Demonstrate empathetic disposition and good judgment. • Capacity to listen to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance. • Dependability, humility, sense of humor, and strong commitment to PLA’s mission and the communities we serve. Home Office The Grant Writer is a remote, home office position. A quiet working environment with high-speed internet is required . Employees supply their own cell phone and computer . Please note that only candidates capable of working in the US Pacific and Mountain  Time Zones are currently considered .

The Individual Giving Manager (IGM) develops and manages the implementation of the plan to sustain and create new relationships with individual donors and family-based foundations that lead to $1.4 million in total investments. As part of this role, the IGM will be responsible for supporting site leadership with the implementation and expansion of City Year Milwaukee's Red Jacket Society (a donor membership made up of champions who give 10K and above). The goal is to build a robust and active donor and public stakeholder in order to meet long-term fundraising and impact goals. Responsibilities Develop and execute a strategic plan, with the Managing Director of Development (MDD) and Executive Director (ED), that retains and identifies new individual and family foundation donors, which reflect their philanthropic interests and community engagement goals. Identify and cultivate sustainable relationships with new prospects and current individual and family foundations, in partnership with MDD and ED, through engaging events, such as City Year Milwaukee’s Thank-a-Thon, site visits, service projects (Kohl’s Back to School Service Day, MLK Day of Service, etc), and communications. Collaborate with the MDD to manage the Red Jacket Society (RJS) Program by implementing creative and innovative strategies to retain existing RJS members and steward prospects. Foster engagement and consistent communication between RJS members guided by the organization’s mission by leading the planning of RJS engagement events. Manage donor information in a data system to identify risks and to ensure City Year Milwaukee’s donor base portfolio is accurate, sustainable and dynamic. Analyze reports and make necessary adjustments to donor bases and annual engagement plans. Support the Development team and site with local organizational initiatives such as MLK Day of Service, Opening Day, Annual Gala and other site-wide designated events and initiatives. Qualifications Ability to build sustainable relationships with potential prospects and manage current relationships and networks Effectively engage a wide range of audiences via oral and/or written communications Familiarity with managing multiple workstreams and success prioritizing time-sensitive projects and managing time Experience managing projects/events and ability to collaborate with a diverse team Ability to think strategically and approach information analytically Passion for and understanding of City Year’s work within the national service movement and education sphere. Experience in navigating Salesforces or confidence and the ability to learn technical systems 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.

Reporting to the Senior Managing Director of External Affairs, the External Affairs Director is a strategic leader who helps position City Year in the community and with public officials to help build awareness of our work and garner support. As a public-private partnership, City Year relies on the investment of the public sector and this role helps to maintain current funding and support building new funding streams. The ideal candidate cares deeply about addressing systemic inequities in education, is knowledgeable about the political landscape in Los Angeles and California and can represent City Year powerfully in community spaces. City Year values and continuously works to build an equitable and inclusive culture where diverse people feel they belong Job Description Government Relations Develop and execute a strategy to engage elected officials in our work Schedule and run site visits with elected officials and key staff members Secure officials to participate in City Year signature events & service days Advocacy Partner with the public affairs firm to advise, outline action steps, and support strategy execution to secure state funding on City Year’s behalf Attend meetings, locally and in Sacramento, to educate decision makers about City Year’s value proposition, role in the communities we serve, and impact Support management of a statewide City Year coalition with leadership from San Jose and Sacramento including coordinating meetings and developing agendas Partner with City Year nationally on enacting the organization’s policy platform, developing a deep understanding of the platform and working to operationalize it in Los Angeles and California Policy Track national, state and local education policy that may have impact on our work Staff Executive Director and Managing Directors by preparing memos and sharing information to ensure team is current on key issues School District Relations Liaise with leadership of Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) and Inglewood Unified, as appropriate, to ensure strong ongoing partnerships Support the drafting and execution of contracting processes at both partner districts Collaborate with City Year’s national District Engagement department to enact best practices in LA-area schools Explore additional school district partnerships in greater LA area Community Engagement Collaborate with Senior Community Engagement Manager (SCEM) to deepen City Year’s presence and reputation in communities where we serve Manage and support Senior Community Engagement Manager to meet performance and professional development goals With SCEM, identify and represent City Year at key community coalitions, convenings, working groups, etc. that advance student outcomes and our impact in Los Angeles Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree in Education, Policy, or Business Administration preferred. Minimum of 5 years of community or government relations experience, including at least 1-2 years of leadership experience in community service, education, or youth development.  Fluency in the educational landscape, as well as the ability to advise on strategic planning.  Knowledge of the Los Angeles area’s community & educational organizations. MS Excel experience, and MS Word and PowerPoint proficiency is required. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Occasional travel required. AmeriCorps/City Year alumni are encouraged to apply. Additional Qualities Needed: In order to succeed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies: Data informed decision making – demonstrated track record in using data to inform practice. Data presentation – demonstrated ability to present data and results for a variety of audiences. Outstanding project planning skills and strong attention to detail – capacity to imagine, plan and implement. Strategic thinker – demonstrated track record of developing and improving systems. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. 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 Individual Giving Manager (IGM) develops and manages the implementation of the plan to sustain and create new relationships with individual donors and family-based foundations that lead to $1.4 million in total investments. As part of this role, the IGM will be responsible for supporting site leadership with the implementation and expansion of City Year Milwaukee's Red Jacket Society (a donor membership made up of champions who give 10K and above). The goal is to build a robust and active donor and public stakeholder in order to meet long-term fundraising and impact goals. Job Description Responsibilities Develop and execute a strategic plan, with the Managing Director of Development (MDD) and Executive Director (ED), that retains and identifies new individual and family foundation donors, which reflect their philanthropic interests and community engagement goals. Identify and cultivate sustainable relationships with new prospects and current individual and family foundations, in partnership with MDD and ED, through engaging events, such as City Year Milwaukee’s Thank-a-Thon, site visits, service projects (Kohl’s Back to School Service Day, MLK Day of Service, etc), and communications. Collaborate with the MDD to manage the Red Jacket Society (RJS) Program by implementing creative and innovative strategies to retain existing RJS members and steward prospects. Foster engagement and consistent communication between RJS members guided by the organization’s mission by leading the planning of RJS engagement events. Manage donor information in a data system to identify risks and to ensure City Year Milwaukee’s donor base portfolio is accurate, sustainable and dynamic. Analyze reports and make necessary adjustments to donor bases and annual engagement plans. Support the Development team and site with local organizational initiatives such as MLK Day of Service, Opening Day, Annual Gala and other site-wide designated events and initiatives. 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.

About College Track College Track is a comprehensive college completion program that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. From the ninth grade through college graduation, our 10-year program removes the academic, financial, and social-emotional barriers that prevent low-income and first-generation students from earning their college degree. In 1997, we started with 25 students in East Palo Alto, and today, we have ten centers located in underserved communities across California, Colorado, Louisiana, and the D.C. Metro Area with more than 3,000 students on the path to upward social mobility. To learn more, please visit www.collegetrack.org Our Impact College Track students graduate from college at a rate that is more than double the national average for low-income and first-generation students. Five years out of college, our graduates are employed full-time, and over 85% report earnings greater than their parents. By helping our students maximize the value of their four-year college degree, which includes minimizing student loan debt, securing internships, and limiting the need to work while in college--we prepare them to succeed in the 21st century economy.  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 The Regional Partnership Director is a key leader on College Track’s regional team and is responsible for cultivating, stewarding and securing partnerships that support College Track’s career readiness outcomes, affordability strategy, and fundraising goals. The Regional Partnership Director will execute a regional partnership strategy that accelerates College Track’s priorities for college student success and regional sustainability. Under the direction of the Regional Executive Director, this position is responsible for cultivating and managing high leverage partnerships with postsecondary institutions, scholarship organizations and local corporate and community organizations. The Partnership Director will represent College Track at events, conferences and community gatherings to grow brand recognition, identify opportunities for growth and build relationships with key leaders in the local community. The Director is also accountable for ensuring that program staff and students effectively use opportunities from our partners. The ideal candidate enjoys building relationships and networking, and combining high-level strategy with hands-on implementation. Primary responsibilities include: Partnership Management: manage existing regional partnerships and execute terms of signed agreements, nurture new relationships and lead the cultivation and signing of new partnerships, and maintain a pipeline of all partnership opportunities to include: o    College partnerships that support CT’s affordability strategy and college student outcomes; o    Scholarship partnerships that support CT’s affordability strategy and development goals; o    Local partnerships, such as corporations or community-based organizations that support CT’s high school, college and career readiness outcomes as well as development goals; o    District and elected officials that support our efforts to grow and sustain our program; o    Develop and foster internship opportunities for college students o    Work in collaboration with College Completion teams at local sites in order to achieve cross functional priorities. Social Mobility Initiative: establish regional relationships with organizations/companies offering job shadowing, networking opportunities,    internships, and employment that help students and alumni connect their academics with possible career pathways. o    Work with program staff to develop programs that give students career readiness and exposure needed to experience professional success post-graduation. o    Liaise with sites to ensure students are connecting with these opportunities. Alumni Relations: collaborate with National Alumni Director to implement alumni initiatives for the region. Skills & Experience Required Minimum five to seven years of project or program management experience, marketing and/or fund development, operations, or community engagement Bachelor's degree required Five to Seven years experience securing high level partnerships and working with senior leadership personnel in organizations preferred Strong networking and relationship management skills, with a demonstrated history of growing relationships from transactional to mutually beneficial Entrepreneurial mindset, including the ability to be flexible and approach new challenges with optimism Results-driven; commitment to utilizing data to inform action Ability to influence and build relationships with people across all levels and organizations - internally and externally Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively Strong interpersonal skills that inspire and motivate others to action Highly skilled at change management; comfortable with ambiguity but effective at driving toward clarity and solution Strong project management skills and experience working across departments and teams to implement new opportunities and champion a partnership strategy Proactive, self-starter with exceptional ability to manage self and schedule. 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.

City Year Miami is seeking a talented Development Operations Manager, reporting to the Managing Director of Development, to assist with the day – to – day operations of the Development Department. This is the perfect position for a high - energy, detail - oriented self-starter who thrives in a fast - paced environment and wants the challenge – and the many personal rewards – of working in a highly entrepreneurial, mission - driven organization. Job Description Database management and communication Manage contacts and fundraising databases: Ensure daily / weekly updating of interactions in Salesforce, as well as input new individuals and organizations in to Salesforce and into contact list. Ensure accuracy of all data on a weekly basis Management of our social media platforms and lead on marketing communications External events and initiatives Attend and help mobilize the site for events like Opening Day, Breaking Break, Luncheons, Graduation, and other site - wide designated events. Participate in City Year Miami portfolio groups on topics of interest. Plans, leads, and executes MLK service days and Annual Gala Supports the event initiatives and responsibilities by completing special projects throughout the year in External Affairs. Qualifications Excellent command of the English language. Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years of relevant experience. Extremely organized and superb attention to detail. Exceptionally strong writing skills, emphasis on quick, succinct, well - written, grammatically correct. Experience working in teams or leading teams to achieve common goals. Willingness to take on new challenges, pursue self - development and self - directed learning. Strong speaking skills; professional demeanor in communicating in person, email, or over the phone. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated active listening skills. Passion for providing support for senior leadership. Positive can - do attitude. Professional work ethic and ability to manage information and confidentiality. A demonstrated ability to work independently, meet concurrent deadlines, organize time and priorities, an d work well as a dedicated member of a team. Proficient of all Microsoft Office applications, especially Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong connection to City Year’s Values and Mission. Proficiency in Salesforce or similar Customer Relationship Management system is a plus. 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.

City Year is seeking a National Corporate Partnerships Manager, a strong and thoughtful relationship-builder leading growth of City Year’s emerging corporate funders and existing national partners to support our mission to enable students succeed. You will have the opportunity to lead on an initial portfolio of partnerships that will focus on workforce development and college & career readiness. This role will have a direct impact on our ability to support our mission to get and keep students on track to graduation across the country. Responsibilities In this role, you will ensure that we meet our strategic objective of engaging companies in the education and national service agenda by building and maintaining integrated partnerships that advance the goals of both City Year and the partnering company.  As an engaging communicator and project manager, you’ll serve as the main relationship lead for a portfolio of national corporate partnerships by proactively assessing stakeholder needs and going above and beyond to ensure partnership satisfaction.  You’ll hold regular check-ins, deliver reports and guide the strategic growth of those partnerships. You will be responsible for collaborating with various City Year departments (e.g., Communications, Marketing, Program Design, etc.), senior leadership and staff at our 29 City Year sites across the country to manage, activate partnership elements and grow our corporate partnerships – an excellent opportunity to learn about all facets of the organization and build strong working and collaborative relationships. You’ll coach our sites on key corporate partner initiatives and provide information and resources to assist their work locally. In addition, you will gather data and impact stories and collaborate with our Marketing and Communications team to support the communications strategies (e.g., social media, blogs, etc.) to showcase the impact of our partnership and demonstrate a return on investment to our partners. A life-long learner, you will be curious and eager to understand all you can about the corporate partners you work with. You’ll be a passionate advocate for the responsibility and opportunity that companies have to positively impact the communities in which they operate. And as you quickly build rapport with your portfolio of corporate partners, you’ll identify opportunities to inspire and grow those relationships into larger, multi-year commitments that invest in the success of our City Year AmeriCorps Members and the students, schools and communities that they serve. Your outcomes will include: 1) Successfully managing a portfolio of corporate partnerships for this current fiscal year, delivering on all elements of our agreements with them and reporting back to the companies about the return on their partnership investment. Communicate with partners regularly via calls, emails and in-person visits keeping them up to date on partnership activities Lead on the internal strategies, communication and coordination of activity across departments including Communications, Impact, leadership, etc. to ensure alignment and effective execution of partnership initiatives 2) Generating renewed and increased commitments from current and potential corporate partners for the following fiscal year. Working with a team of colleagues that support the partner relationship, develop and deliver on a plan to cultivate each of your partners over the course of the year Continuously seek to better understand your partner companies’ business and corporate responsibility goals, strategies, programs, measurement, etc. so that you can proactively bring new ideas and opportunities for them to increase the return on their partnership with City Year. 3) Providing ongoing communication and effective coaching to engage and support site development teams in driving corporate partnership success. Communicate with City Year site staff to ensure sites can successfully activate key national partner initiatives by outlining clear objectives, facilitating best practice sharing and helping to overcome challenges Assist with increased site funding opportunities where possible with national partners (e.g. facilitating introductions to new sites, supporting asks for increased funding for currently supported sites, etc.) 4) Supporting corporate revenue strategies and tactics that enable continued growth of corporate partner investment in City Year’s long-term impact Partner with experts in our programming to identify future investment opportunities in College & Career Readiness pilots and related efforts Develop a template for pilot sites to use in soliciting additional local sponsorship support for their college and career readiness activities Continue to cultivate partnerships that support City Year’s policy initiatives like the Voices for National Service Business Council and Friends of National Service Awards What You Bring Competency and desire to learn and grow in diversity, equity, inclusivity, and belonging work Strong relationship building skills; it is easy for you to make connections with diverse groups and individuals, you invest in getting to know and understand people and you build trust quickly and authentically Strong communication skills; you can communicate in a persuasive way to a wide variety of audiences; you creatively story tell and connect to people’s passions and purpose Desire and ability to work with diverse groups of young adults in a fast-paced entrepreneurial team environment Experience in the corporate responsibility, account management, sales, philanthropy, or nonprofit sector for 2+ years preferred Experience managing a pipeline via a prospect database; Salesforce a plus Strong and efficient use of Microsoft Office Desire to learn; you may demonstrate strength in the above areas but must also be willing and eager to continue to be a life-long learner A deep sense of commitment to our organizational values 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.

About College Track   College Track is a comprehensive college completion program that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. From ninth grade through college graduation, our 10-year program removes the academic, financial, and social-emotional barriers that prevent low-income and first-generation students from earning their college degree. In 1997, we started with 25 students in East Palo Alto, and today, we have ten centers located in underserved communities across California, Colorado, Louisiana, and the D.C. Metro Area, with more than 3,200 students on the path to upward social mobility.  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’s National Director of Individual Philanthropy is a dynamic and entrepreneurial leader who will partner with the Chief Development & Marketing Officer and Chief Executive Officer to implement an annual fundraising strategy for major and principal donors, as well as manage their own pipeline of high net worth individuals. College Track is seeking a senior level, highly experienced fundraiser, who is a skilled networker with a fearless approach to cultivating and stewarding relationships. This role will collaborate with the Chief Development & Marketing Officer and the Chief Executive Officer to raise 70% of the org- wide annual revenue goal, by deepen relationships with current donors and securing $2,000,000+ from new major and principal donors every year. This role will also be part of the larger College Track development team and will partner with the Marketing & Communications team to meet College Track’s fundraising standards of excellence.  This position reports to the Chief Development & Marketing Officer.    Responsibilities    External Fundraising (85%)    Support Chief Development & Marketing Officer and the Chief Executive Officer, to develop, manage, and execute annual fundraising strategy for major and principal donors to meet the National fundraising goal, which in FY20 is $19 million.  Strategically leverage national board members to achieve national revenue goal.  Cultivate and steward portfolio of 100+ individual high net worth donors—both current and prospective:  Identify major donors' philanthropic interests and create an exceptional philanthropic experience through their investment of time, advocacy, and/or financial support.  Convert current one-time/event donors with high capacity to make major, multi-year investments in annual support.  Drive attendance and revenue for national events.  Develop and implement strategies to significantly expand the base of support from high net worth individuals in the Bay Area.  In partnership with the Prospect Research Manager, identify and initiate contact with prospective donors.  Meet quarterly fundraising goals, with ability to increase annual revenue goal 20% per year.    Internal Operations (15%)    Partner with the Development Operations Services team to maintain standards of excellence across all College Track development operations—Salesforce analytics and reporting, gift administration, prospect research, etc.  Collaborate with regional Development Directors to share best fundraising practices and optimize internal resources.  Partner with the Marketing & Communications team to maintain standards of excellence across College Track branding, messaging, story telling, PR, external collateral, etc.  Partner with Director of Philanthropic Initiatives to maintain standards of excellence in donor cultivation and stewardship, including execution of fundraising events and campaigns.  Leverage Salesforce data to analyze progress to goals and evaluate fundraising strategies.  Partner with Program staff to introduce donors to our program and to meet our students.  Skills & Experience    Authentic connection to College Track’s mission.  Minimum of seven years of fundraising experience in an educational nonprofit, school, or other entrepreneurial, high-performing organization.  Proven track record of managing and growing a donor portfolio of $1,000,000+ per year.  Local knowledge of Bay Area philanthropic community.  Proven ability to cultivate and steward long-term relationships with high net worth individuals.  Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills—compelling conversationalist, intelligent listener, and naturally intuitive.  High level of self-awareness, humility, and emotional intelligence.  Superior verbal and written communication skills—inspiring, eloquent, and persuasive.  Ability to think strategically while executing tactically, in a lean and resource-constrained organization.  Sophisticated donor database management skills; ability to leverage Salesforce (preferred, but other platform experience acceptable) as the primary tool to manage donor data and to drive fundraising strategies and tactics.  Highly disciplined, with superior organizational skills and unwavering attention to detail.  Committed to succeeding in a team environment, yet comfortable working alone as a self-starter who can lead and manage projects end-to-end.  Constant learner who is committed to being a proactive, solutions-oriented, positive member of the team; approaches all aspects of work with a growth mind-set.  Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree appreciated.   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. 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.

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.  

City Year Boston is seeking an Individual Giving Director who will lead efforts to secure financial support from individuals and families in the Boston area as well as manage the Individual Giving team. The Individual Giving Director partners with Site Leadership and the Development team to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward individual donors and family foundations. The Individual Giving Director will focus on building the overall individual donor base to raise increased resources, and ultimately, serve more students in Boston. This position reports to the Managing Director of Resource Development & Marketing and manages two Individual Giving Managers. The Individual Giving Director will work collaboratively with the Major Gifts Officer, Executive Director and the Development & Communications team to raise the profile of City Year Boston and our individual giving programs and work seamlessly with the Major Gifts Officer to cultivate, solicit and steward a robust pipeline of Red Jacket Society prospects. Responsibilities Donor Acquisition Strategy: Create and implement a strategic plan for identifying and cultivating new individual donors, with a goal of securing $8M in total individual/family foundation support at scale. Take lead on soliciting leadership gifts and multi-year investments and collaborate with corporate team to leverage individual support from corporate partners. Donor Recognition and Ongoing Engagement: Ensure proper and timely recognition of donors and ongoing stewardship. With support of Development Operations team, maintain accurate records and donor information in database. Events:  Lead the individual giving team to leverage City Year Boston events to increase individual giving, such as the specialty breakfasts, gala fundraiser, service days, and school visits.  Oversee the Gala Committee to maximize attendance and revenue of CYB’s annual gala. Senior Staff and Volunteer Partnership:  Staff lead for Seven Generations Board to engage volunteers in raising visibility and resources for CYB.  Leverage the Executive Director, other senior City Year staff locally and nationally, and the City Year Boston Board and Development Committee to deepen and solidify individual donor relationships. Community Representation:  Represent City Year at corporate and community functions to establish and deepen potential and current donor relationships. Additional Individual Donor Activities:  Manage and support Individual Giving Managers to execute fundraising events and manage portfolios; lead the Annual Fund/Appeal and implement other new and innovative strategies to raise more revenue. Donor Management/Revenue Generation: Work closely with the Development team and Site Board to build a prospect portfolio and ensure the flow of prospects into the giving pipeline, from identification through stewardship. Collaborate with Major Gifts Officer on strategies to identify, cultivate, and solicit leadership-level support and multi-year commitments from new donors. Support the efforts of volunteer committees to identify and solicit prospects, with a specific focus on the annual dinner and specialty market events. Engage 3-5 donors per week, on average, through emails, calls and visits at their homes, offices, and events in the Boston area. Document and maintain clear and timely records and call reports to track contacts, donor giving, notes, and assist in the maintenance of an accurate database. Management of the Individual Giving Team Manage and coach a team of high-functioning development professional in support of annual private revenue goal. Manage, retain, and as necessary, hire additional development professionals within the Individual Giving team. Collaborate with the Major Gifts Officer and the Managing Director of Resource Development & Marketing to create strategies to identify and secure new individual supporters, fully leverage existing relationships, and increase multi-year commitments. Support all Individual Giving efforts, including major gifts, annual giving, events, campaigns, young professional Seven Generations Board, and alumni and parent giving. Program & Volunteer Management Work with the Development staff and volunteers to develop, execute and evaluate strategies to engage individual donors through outreach, education, invitations to special events, and personal contacts. Lead the development team to leverage existing and future City Year events, such as the annual dinner, specialty-market events, and other select gatherings, to raise awareness and to secure financial resources for our work. Collaborate with the Communications & Marketing Director and Development Operations Director to create and implement donor communications and acknowledgements related to cultivation and stewardship of donors and prospects. Recommend new engagement opportunities and implement best practices for future activities and strategies. Organizational Initiatives & Site Support Work closely with fellow Development team members to understand priorities and business goals, and develop strategies to meet the organization’s needs. Serve as a powerful City Year Boston representative at local events and community functions. Serve as a member of the DevComm Leadership Team providing strategic insight into site priorities Partner with City Year Boston’s departments and staff to ensure that site-wide goals are met, including, but not limited to, the AmeriCorps member applicant interview process, stakeholder engagement, event and service day participation, and cross-departmental committees. Attend overnight conferences and training activities throughout the year. Basic Qualifications In order to succeed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies: Communication: clearly articulates information and ideas orally and in writing; inspires diverse audiences through compelling, tailored messaging; communicates with confidence and credibility; listens carefully and is responsive to feedback Executes to Results:  accomplishes tasks on time with high quality; accepts accountability and takes initiative; designs and plans to work to achieve desired results; prioritizes work and multitasks effectively; delegates responsibilities and holds others accountable Problem Solving and Decision Making: applies knowledge, experience, creativity, and critical thinking in solving challenges; looks beyond the obvious for answers; uses sound judgment to make well-informed, ethical decisions Relationship Development:  uses interpersonal interactions to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes and advance City Year’s mission; demonstrates cultural/diversity competence; builds trust in critical partner relationships, both internal and external to City Year; demonstrates personal presence and confidence when working with partners Team Collaboration & Leadership:  values individual perspectives and encourages sharing of information and ideas; provides inspirational leadership that mobilizes diverse groups towards achieving goals; builds systems and structures to facilitate collaboration across the organization Resource Catalyst:  generates commitments of time, resources, and advocacy from a broad range of City Year stakeholders; leverages personal networks on behalf of City Year Additional Qualifications Minimum of five years individual fundraising experience with proven track record of securing gifts of $10K+ Strong knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, particularly individual giving, and a proven ability to deliver strong, measurable results and meet fundraising goals Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse team of staff and volunteers to meet fundraising goals Exceptional oral and written communication skills with an ability to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences Willingness to occasionally work irregular hours, such as early mornings, evenings and weekends Ability to adapt and excel in diverse, high energy, entrepreneurial, and rapidly-changing environment Passion for education and youth development Attitude essentials: growth mindset, passion for City Year’s mission, detail-oriented, committed to teamwork, grit and resilience AmeriCorps/City Year alumni who meet the minimum direct fundraising experience are encouraged to apply To Apply Qualified applicants should apply and submit a resume with cover letter and any salary requirements (written in the cover letter).  Applications without each of these 3 items will not be considered .  No phone calls, please. 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.

We seek a dynamic, thoughtful, and entrepreneurial Individual Giving Manager who will play a critical role in leading the effort to double our current portfolio of dedicated donors over the next two years. City Year Seattle / King County is seeking a dynamic Individual Giving Manager who will be responsible for leading efforts to steward current individual donors and identify and secure new donors at the $10K level and below. Reporting to the Managing Director of Development, the Individual Giving Manager will be a key member of the Development Team and will contribute to the site’s fundraising and relationship management strategies in a number of ways. The Individual Giving Manager maintains a sophisticated and nuanced understanding of current and prospective donors' and members' interests, enthusiasms, connections, and relationships with City Year Seattle / King County, in order to advance successful engagement, cultivation, and stewardship strategies. The ideal candidate must take a creative approach to opportunities and have a hunger to build relationships. Exceptional organizational and written and verbal communication skills are necessary for this position, as is the ability to multitask, meet deadlines and achieve results in a team environment. Job Description Support the advancement of City Year’s mission by identifying potential supporters, working collaboratively across our organization to develop tailored donor engagement that matches their interests and resources, raising $500,000 from new and existing donors. Donor Portfolio Management: Manage and grow portfolio of 100 major gift prospects capable of contributing $10,000 or more annually. Create and implement a strategic plan for identifying and cultivating new donors with significant giving capacity, with a goal of securing at least $500,000 in individual and/or family foundation support. Drive efforts to secure leadership gifts and multi-year investments and collaborate across the team to leverage individual support from corporate partners. Donor Stewardship and Recognition: Ensure highly customized, ongoing stewardship and recognition for all major donors. In collaboration with full development team, maintain accurate records and donor information in database (Salesforce). Events: Work with the Director of Development Operations to leverage City Year Seattle events, including our annual gala, to increase overall giving. Oversee and influence major giving donor cultivation events aimed at engaging potential donors. Senior Staff and Volunteer Partnership: Leverage the Executive Director , other senior City Year Seattle staff and national City Year leadership, and the City Year Seattle/King County Advisory Board to deepen and solidify individual donor relationships. The Director of Individual Giving will also manage our 7 Generations Board, an associate board that supports outreach and fundraising efforts for the site. Community Representation: Represent City Year at community functions and events to establish and deepen potential and current major donor relationships.   Qualifications: Minimum two years of fundraising experience with a preference for experience cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding leadership gifts. Experience with face-to-face cultivation and solicitation activities. Commitment to creating an equitable work environment and a desire participate in and contribute to Race and Equity work that is central to our mission. Ability to anticipate the needs of others and expertly manage up. Demonstrated experience using listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships and motivate donors and volunteers Strong initiative and ability to work independently to achieve goals. Experience planning and executing successful individual donor cultivation and retention events. Positive, can-do attitude and all-around team player. Efficient time management skills: ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple projects. Sets high expectations for self and others s/he is leading and holds self and team accountable for performance goals. Additional qualities and skills preferred Knowledge of high net worth community via local business, civic, and cultural networks desirable. Strong interest and desire to directly ask donors for annual and multi-gift funding Experience with fundraising and CRM software Passion for education and youth development. Knowledge of Seattle / King County donor community preferred Knowledge or previous experience with non-cash giving, such as assets and planned giving Compensation commensurate with experience; the salary range for this position is $62,000-$75,000. 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.

Reporting to the Executive Director, as a member of the site’s Senior Management Team, the Managing Director of Development (MDD) is responsible for developing and implementing the fundraising strategy for City Year Washington DC to support the overall budget of $8M. Specifically, the MDD will raise and sustain at least $3.8M from the private sector in FY20 and grow annually. The MDD will develop and execute strategic, diversified development plans to raise funds through grant writing, individual giving, and institutional partners, such as corporations and foundations. The MDD is responsible for leveraging existing site relationships and leading independent outreach via targeted prospecting, conference and event attendance, and other activities as needed to build a robust pipeline of potential funders. The Managing Director of Development will be a highly effective storyteller and relationship builder who can bring to life City Year’s impact in schools using strong presentation and communication skills that capture the hearts and minds of potential donors and inspires them to support City Year’s mission. This position is ideal for someone who is entrepreneurial, with proven fundraising experience, who is a proactive leader, creative problem solver, and strategic thinker with an aptitude for relationship development. Job Description Fundraising Strategic Plan : In partnership with the Executive Director and the City Year DC board, develop and implement a strategic and diversified fundraising plan that meets the current goal of raising $3.8M from the private sector, and anticipates future needs and growth objectives. Board Management: In concert with the Executive Director, the MDD will engage the Board to meet critical financial and advocacy goals for the organization. The MDD will be the primary relationship manager for Development Committee or development focused board members. The MDD will also lead in growing board membership.   Individual & Major Gifts: The MDD will ensure individual gifts of $10k+ are cultivated, stewarded and secured. Currently an Individual Giving Manager is managing a portfolio of $1.6 million in individual asks. The MDD will lead in growing this portfolio. Institutional Gifts : The MDD will ensure corporate and foundation gifts of $25k+ are cultivated, stewarded and secured. Currently, the team is managing a portfolio of $2.2 million in corporate and foundation asks. The MDD will lead in growing this portfolio. People Management : Directly lead, supervise and coach/grow a team of seven development staff professionals. Create a team-based environment where the team members are supported appropriately to hit their individual goals and the collective goals of the department. Civic Engagement: Hire, manage, coach, and retain the City Year Civic Engagement team, whose mission is to unite community and corporate stakeholders in physical service to enhance the spaces City Year serves. Fundraising Events : Lead the planning and execution of large-scale fundraising events with the Development Team, including an annual gala and specialty market events that generate $700k+. Development Operations : Lead the Development Operations Director in the development business process from donor identification, through collections, to stewardship, ensuring accurate maintenance of records and donor information in the Salesforce database. The MDD will direct monthly pipeline meetings with the Development team and Executive Director to provide updated revenue figures, pipeline reports, and progress towards monthly/quarterly goals. The MDD will identify areas for operational improvements and drive continual improvements of processes. Marketing and Communications: Manage the Marketing and Communications Manager to develop strategy to build the City Year brand in the DC community. Create targeted marketing materials, build and steward strategic media relationships, and craft key messaging at events and media opportunities.    City Year Culture: Represent, respect and role model City Year organizational culture and values on a daily basis internally as a member of the site Senior Leadership Team and externally as a representative of the organization. Organizational Management: Help shape organizational strategy and play a leadership role in implementing the site's local operating plan as a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Work collaboratively with other site departments on a frequent basis and with City Year's national headquarters in Boston. Qualifications 7+ years of progressively responsible fundraising/development experience with proven track record in corporate, foundation, and major gift solicitation and cultivation.  Comparable experience will be considered. Strategic thinker with ability to manage short-term and long-term plans and goals, with a record of achieving results. Solid and persuasive writing skills required.  Ability to deliver inspiring and succinct presentations and conduct productive meetings a must.  Demonstrated successful management of a team of staff members required. High level of attention-to-detail required. Strong and efficient use of Word, Excel and PowerPoint required.  Knowledge of Salesforce preferred. Ability to work with diverse groups of young adults in a fast-paced entrepreneurial team environment and a willingness to embrace the City Year culture. BA/BS required.  Additional Qualities Needed Strategic Thinking and Planning: develops and translates strategies into action plans that build the capacity of the site/department; creative out-of-the-box thinker. Executes to Results: takes initiative, produces high quality work, prioritizes appropriately, and accepts accountability; delegates responsibilities and holds others accountable. External Relationship Development: takes initiative in establishing new partnerships and external opportunities; ability to secure new commitments to organization; strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills in one-on-one and large group settings. Communication: Ability to communicate mission and vision to diverse audiences using creative storytelling to connect to individual/corporate passions and purpose; clearly articulates information and ideas orally and in writing. Desire to learn: City Year has a unique service model and organizational culture. Successful applicants will have strong experience and a proven track record of success in the above areas, but must also be willing and eager to continue to learn. 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.

City Year Boston is seeking a dynamic Corporate Partnerships Manager responsible for supporting efforts to secure financial partnership from companies in the metro-Boston area. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Corporate & Foundation Partnerships and working closely with the team’s fellow Corporate Partnerships Manager and Senior Director of Corporate Development and Civic Engagement, as well as other senior leaders, volunteers, and donors, the Corporate Partnerships Manager is responsible for supporting quarterly development goals. This work will include identifying, researching, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors, as well as supporting an infrastructure of organization and accountability for the larger Corporate & Foundations Partnerships team. The City Year Boston Development team is responsible for securing over $8 million in annual revenue from individual, corporate and foundation sources during the current fiscal year. More than $3 million of this revenue is generated specifically through gifts from corporations and foundations. City Year Boston’s plans for growth, which will be implemented over the next several years, necessitates a likely increase to the team’s annual fundraising goal, up to $13 million. This position will play a critical role in assisting the Corporate and Foundations Team in the creation and execution of a substantial and sustainable development program. This work will include: pipeline research; the creation of marketing & sales materials; interdepartmental collaboration; database & website management; support of events and service workshops; and direct work with corporate & foundation donors. Job Description Responsibilities Contribution to securing and maintaining sustainable new & existing corporate gifts for long-term growth. These gifts include Team Sponsorship through event sponsorships: • New: Identify prospective donors’ philanthropic interests and provide them with an opportunity to realize an outstanding philanthropic experience through their charitable investment of time, advocacy and financial support to City Year, thereby growing our current portfolio. • Existing: Play an active role in managing day-to-day stewardship of current major corporate sponsors including key communications, volunteer engagements, site visits, and event attendance. Ensure fundraising data integrity and effective revenue and pipeline reporting by maintaining donor accounts in our database and confirming that all relevant information is accurately recorded and updated. Lead in the creation & upkeep of marketing & sales materials, including pitch decks, fliers, update bulletins, the City Year Boston corporate development website, and more.  Assist the Development team with the preparation and execution of special events, including City Year Boston’s Red Jacket Weekend, four Specialty Market Events (Legal Community Breakfast, Investment Community Breakfast, Women’s Leadership Breakfast, Real Estate Community Breakfast), Annual Gala (Starry Night) and numerous service workshops.  Serve as the lead Development Operations point for one of City Year Boston's Specialty Market Events, providing support with event registration (pre- and post-event), committee management, and event gift processing.  Work closely with other City Year Departments – including the Evaluation Team, Service Impact Team, Learning & Development Team, and more – to maximize communication and collaboration across the organization.  Serve as a powerful City Year Boston representative at local corporate and community functions. Contribute to the intellectual and organizational capacity of City Year Boston by staying apprised of local and national trends in social justice, national service, public education, and fundraising. The responsibilities listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Qualifications Two or more years of work experience required. Preferred: One or more years of successful fundraising and/or partnership development experience for a non-profit or educational organization. Preferred: Experience using donor/relationship management software, namely Salesforce, to track donors, establish goals and generate reports.  Knowledge of fundraising with a strong emphasis on corporate giving programs.  Outstanding written and oral communication skills with an ability to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences. Outstanding organizational skills, ability to handle multiple tasks and think critically. Experience in Adobe, Creative Suite, InDesign is helpful.  Deep understanding of City Year’s mission and the national service movement, as well as the values of servant leadership, the power of young people, social justice, empathy, inclusivity, teamwork, and excellence.  City Year and 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.

About College Track College Track is a comprehensive college completion program that empowers students from underserved communities to graduate from college. From ninth grade through college graduation, our 10-year program removes the academic, financial, and social-emotional barriers that prevent low-income and first-generation students from earning their college degree. In 1997, we started with 25 students in East Palo Alto, and today, we have ten centers located in underserved communities across California, Colorado, Louisiana, and the D.C. Metro Area with more than 3,000 students on the path to upward social mobility. To learn more, please visit www.collegetrack.org Our Impact College Track students graduate from college at a rate that is more than double the national average for low-income and first-generation students. Five years out of college, our graduates are employed full-time, and over 85% report earnings greater than their parents. By helping our students maximize the value of their four-year college degree, which includes minimizing student loan debt, securing internships, and limiting the need to work while in college--we prepare them to succeed in the 21st century economy. 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 Reporting to the Director of Development, Los Angeles, the Director of Institutional Giving will execute and manage a robust institutional fundraising plan that supports significant growth and long-term sustainability in Los Angeles. This position will be responsible for creating a strong fundraising strategy targeting institutional philanthropy, corporations, government agencies and family foundations. The Director of Institutional Philanthropy, Los Angeles, will focus on foundation and corporation cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation, as well as researching new funding opportunities, and building an expanding portfolio of institutional funders. The position will also be responsible for multi-dimensional fundraising activities that include grants management, corporate involvement, and cultivation events. The position will be working in collaboration with a team of grant writers in the national development team and closely with the Director of Regional Partnerships – Los Angeles. The ideal candidate will be an entrepreneurial professional with a strong track record of fundraising success, exceptional writing skills, organizational leadership experience, a passion for the mission, and the ability to communicate College Track’s vision and impact to a diverse group of constituents. The Director of Institutional Giving’s responsibilities include: Institutional Funder Stewardships (75%): Develop and lead an effective institutional fundraising plan that ensures long term sustainability for existing and future sites in Los Angeles; work with Director of Development, Los Angeles to secure a diversified funding base Initiate, cultivate, manage, and steward relationships with current foundation and corporate funders and expand an existing portfolio of foundations and corporations in order to significantly increase revenue from institutional funders Grow and maintain active pipelines and manage communications with existing and potential institutional donors; maintain the highest levels of accountability and compliance standards for donors and funding sources Monitor and implement best practices and understand fundraising trends in order to advise on strategy Develop and manage a corporate giving strategy (in collaboration with the Director of Regional Partnerships – Los Angeles) that meets both fundraising and career readiness goals Raise at least $1.8M in FY20 and increase Los Angeles’ foundation portfolio by 10-20% annually Project Management (25%): Lead and execute excellently produced site visits for current and potential funders Manage all activities related to the ongoing day-to-day institutional fundraising efforts, including proposal, reports, and other deadlines; implementation of a funder relations and stewardship program; and management of development database Oversee the research and identification of new opportunities for institutional partnerships Lead program design process Collaborate with National Grant Writing team on funder proposals and reports Skills & Experience Required 5+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising Exceptional writing skills, with a demonstrated track record of articulating program impact to a variety of audiences Excellent communication skills with demonstrable ability to speak persuasively, and listen attentively Proven ability to effectively develop and steward long-term relationships with institutional funders and individuals Superior relationship-building and interpersonal skills which enable rapport-building with internal and external stakeholders Demonstrated experience with sophisticated database management and/or significant Salesforce skills - leveraging Salesforce as a primary tool in managing communication and driving strategic and tactical planning Superior organizational and project management skills with strong attention to detail A constant learner who is interested in being a proactive, positive member of the team Strong organizational skills Ability to work both independently without close oversight, but also a team player who will productively engage with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside College Track Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; Master’s degree preferred 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 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.

The Development and Communications Associate will contribute to City Year Providence’s sustainability and growth by helping the site to create an exceptional donor/prospect experience that deepens relationships and expands our base of support. The Development and Communications Associate will accomplish this by playing a pivotal project management role in the execution of inspiring fundraising and donor engagement events; supporting donor data management, gift processing, and donor recognition; and leading on donor and event collateral, social media, and communications projects in collaboration with the development team, site leadership, and headquarters specialists. This position reports to the Development Director and works closely with the Individual Giving Manager and Site Leadership—including the Executive Director. The successful candidate will have experience telling authentic, inspiring stories, experience with project management, and enthusiasm for learning new systems and processes. A commitment to social justice is required, and knowledge of public education is preferred. Job Description Support Site-Based Communications and Social Media Plan Serve as Brand Manager for the site by providing training, support, and oversight to ensure site is following brand guidelines Create/support social media campaigns for site and organizational campaigns Create and implement year-round communications strategy, including but not limited to: Twitter, Instagram, blog, and e-newsletter Manage team of ACMs around social media posts from school teams Maintain CYPVD website Create speaker briefings, press releases and other collateral as needed for events Serve as liaison to media outlets and seek out paid/earned media opportunities Plan 2+ appeal mailings, creating printed and electronic content Serve as Project Manager for City Year Providence’s Largest Fundraising Event, Starry Starry Night Create and manage a team of City Year staff around a work plan Work with Development team to ensure meaningful donor experiences Manage vendor relationships and ensure timely payment of invoices Design event collateral including invitations, program book and electronic materials Manage RSVPs, seating, and registration logistics Recruit and manage volunteer support Manage expenses and stay within budget Event Support Provides operations support for Development and site-wide events including house parties, open houses, Opening Day and Graduation. Generate invitation lists, manage mailings, and RSVPs Maintain relationships with vendors for space, A/V, food and other services as needed Create invitations, social media collateral, program books, sponsor recognition and event themed collateral Support the Operations of the Development Department Manage gift processing, donor acknowledgement, and invoicing for pledged gifts Ensure accurate data in the SalesForce fundraising database Support weekly department meetings, monthly strategy meetings and quarterly board meetings Represent City Year Providence on national Development Operations and Marketing and Communications calls Support department in generating mailing lists for appeals, invitations, and other engagement General As a representative of the Development Department attend quarterly board meetings Attend national trainings Attend site-wide social justice trainings Attend internal site-wide events Collaborate with site staff to support the success of ACMs service Comply with AmeriCorps regulations Pass a background check Attend school-based functions as assigned Qualifications: Excellent written and oral communication skills Efficient time management skills: ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple projects Strong initiative and ability to work independently to achieve goals Ability to work the flexible hours demanded of a deadline-driven position Willingness to work as and be a strong and collaborative team member Thrives in diverse, youthful, high energy, entrepreneurial, fast-changing environment Demonstrated proficiency in office-based software and computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Salesforce Familiarity with design software such as InDesign and Photoshop a plus An ability to work with a wide-range of personalities and communication styles City Year/AmeriCorps experience a plus 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.

City Year Boston is seeking a dynamic and experienced Individual Giving Manager who will lead efforts to secure financial support from individuals in the metro Boston area. Reporting to the Director of Individual Giving and working closely with other development team members, senior leaders, volunteers and board members, the Individual Giving Manager is responsible for meeting quarterly and annual goals by identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding a diverse base of donors. This position will play a critical role by assisting the Director of Individual Giving in the creation and successful execution of a substantial and sustainable individual giving program while working in close partnership with other members of the Individual Giving team. The Individual Giving Manager will also work closely with City Year Boston’s Communications team to fully leverage the site’s outreach activities and events to meaningfully engage prospects and donors. In total, the Development team is responsible for securing more than $8.3 million in annual support from individual, corporate and foundation sources during this fiscal year. City Year Boston’s scaled impact plan, which will be implemented over the next five years, projects a growth in program size that would increase this annual fundraising goal to more than $13 million. Job Description Donor Management Cultivate, solicit and steward a diverse portfolio of contributors to City Year. Identify donors’ philanthropic interests and provide them with an opportunity to realize an outstanding philanthropic experience through their charitable investment of time, advocacy and financial support to City Year. Focus on individuals with estimated annual giving capacity between $1,000 and $10,000 while cultivating a select portfolio of individuals with giving capacity of >$10,000. §  Support donor acquisition efforts by helping identify and coordinate new opportunities to raise resources for City Year and build the City Year brand in the community. Develop strategies to identify, cultivate and solicit leadership-level support and multi-year commitments from new donors. Serve as a liaison between donors, prospective donors and site leadership to ensure individuals are fully aware of and invested in City Year Boston’s work, participate in local events and develop a meaningful relationship with the organization. Visit five to seven donors per week, on average, at their homes, offices and at events in the Boston area. Work collaboratively with the Executive Director, Managing Director and Individual Giving team to support and leverage meetings with donors and prospects. Volunteer Management Work closely with a group of dedicated volunteers to help City Year strengthen donor relationships and raise the financial resources necessary to fund current and future programs. Serve as lead point on 1-2 of the following fundraising events and assist Individual Giving team on the remaining: Investment Community Breakfast, Women's Leadership Breakfast, Legal Community Breakfast, Real Estate Breakfast, Starry Night Gala. Responsibilities include recruiting and managing a committee of 30-60 (depending on event size) volunteer leaders, maximizing event attendance, meeting or exceeding event revenue goals, collaborating on the creation of event programming content, and reviewing digital and print event materials. Serve as lead point on 1-2 of the following specialty groups and assist Individual Giving team on the remaining: Ambassador Circle (young professionals group), Seven Generations Board, Women's Leadership Network, and Red Jacket Society. Responsibilities include stewarding current members, identify prospects and recruiting new members, creating and implementing a consistent communication plan, planning and executing cultivation and recognition events, and ensuring 100% member giving on an annual basis.   Assist Individual Giving team with donor communications, as well as alumni and parent fundraising efforts. General Management and Outreach Maintain accurate records and achieve monthly targets on donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship activities. Serve as a powerful City Year Boston representative at local corporate and community functions. Contribute to the intellectual and organizational capacity of City Year Boston by staying apprised of local and national trends in national service, public education and fundraising. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree preferred; two or more years of work experience including one year of successful fundraising experience for a non-profit or educational organization preferred. Strong knowledge base of all aspects of fundraising with a strong emphasis on individual giving programs. Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse team of volunteers to meet fundraising goals. Experience using donor/relationship management software to track donors, establish goals and generate reports(experience with SalesForce preferred). Exceptional oral and written communication skills with an ability to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences. Excellent organizational skills, ability to handle multiple tasks and think critically. Passion for and understanding of City Year’s work within the national service movement and education sphere. Proficiency with Microsoft Office platforms required. City Year and 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.

Managing Director, Charter School Development Type:  Full Time Min. Experience:  Senior to Executive Level   ABOUT GOOD REASON HOUSTON  Good Reason Houston’s vision is that every child, in every neighborhood, excels in a world-class public school and thrives in the Houston of tomorrow. The organization partners with school districts, community leaders, families, and educators to achieve its mission of increasing the number of students learning in a high-performing school. To grow more great schools in every neighborhood in Houston, the organization focuses on four key strategic levers: Driving System Innovation, Developing Game-changing Educators, Advancing Equitable Access, and Engaging the Community.   ABOUT THE ROLE Good Reason Houston is seeking a Managing Director, Charter School Development who is a proven leader in the recruitment, selection, development, and scaling of new schools and/or school networks, is results-oriented and passionate about the role high-quality charter schools play in a robust ecosystem, and excited about working in a start-up environment.  The Managing Director will have the unique opportunity to impact Houston’s charter school landscape, and ultimately influence student outcomes at a city-wide level. The role will drive partnerships with existing CMOs, facilitate the expansion, launch, and/or improvement of small charter networks and single site schools, and provide supports and expertise to new (first-year) schools and leaders. This role will build partnerships with National, state, and local leaders and community partners seeking to start new charter schools and liaise with the Texas Education Agency. Finally, this role will lead conversations with school districts to accelerate the creation of charter district/partnerships and increase access to high quality charters that are responsive to parent demand in new communities.  This position reports to the Chief Program Officer and will play a vital role in ensuring that Good Reason Houston realizes its vision that every child, in every neighborhood, excels in a world-class public school and thrives in the Houston of tomorrow.  RESPONSIBILITIES This role will evolve to meet the needs of the Good Reason Strategy and as the education landscape in the state and region shifts. Current responsibilities include:   Strategy Setting and Leadership of the Good Reason Houston charter school seats plan:  Execute against the current Good Reason Houston charter school seats plan, and develop, maintain, and create new strategies to ensure the its success. Build and maintain strategic relationships with CMO, small network and single-site leadership across the city. Build and maintain a strong relationship with the TEA Charter Schools Division, forging a relationship that benefits Houston and encourages high-quality charter school growth.  Provide technical assistance to all partners, and recruit a suite of technical assistance support partners, per our charter school strategy. Define additional opportunities along the development pipeline to support growth of a high-quality sector, including the use and execution of our quality school deserts. Determine and coordinate outreach and parent engagement as necessary, and in partnership with charter advocates, to support policies and practices that benefit the health and growth the sector.  Engaging large CMOs and supporting their growth plans:  Build and maintain strategic relationships with CMO leadership. Support the launch of new mature network campuses. Support the creation and strengthening of bench depth for assistant principals and principals and the development and recruitment of teachers into Houston, ensuring CMO growth strategies are executed. Support the development of parent engagement capacity and advocacy trainings, through professional learning communities.  Actively and strategically support new schools and small charter networks to ensure their growth plans are met, and that they have access to the technical assistance they need to be successful, including: Curate a suite of resources, delivered by proven experts that can provide facilities, growth planning, and admin systems/scaling support while leaders focus on growth. Build a professional learning community focused on the development of community and family engagement at the school and network level. Provide small networks with the central office development support the need to be successful in their growth. Utilize the Good Reason Houston school desert analysis to understand growth opportunities, and support networks in their decision making.  Invest in community engagement and entry strategies for supported operators, ensuring their success in years zero and one. Recruiting new, innovative models to the Urban Core of Houston, based on parent demand, and ensuring authorization approval with the TEA, buy-in local stakeholders.   Recruit and source new school model providers and school leaders for school creation and school turnaround Identify, vet, cultivate new partners that can provide comprehensive leadership training and coaching Fulfilling the required responsibilities of being a senior leader on the Good Reason Houston Team requires: Strong organizational skills – Utilizes logical, systematic and orderly procedures to meet objectives. Demonstrates ability to manage multiple projects and work streams independently.  Flexibility – Agility in adapting to change, thrives in a dynamic and ever-changing environment; creativity and innovative thinking skills to respond to emerging needs. Strategic mindset – competently creates strategies that lead to impact.  Manages multiple short-term and detailed projects, committees, and initiatives seamlessly, while staying focused on the long-term objectives. People orientation – The job demands a positive and constructive view of working with others.  There will be a high percentage of time spent listening to, understanding and successfully working with a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds to achieve “win-win” outcomes. Sense of Humor- someone who is honest, transparent and does not take themselves too seriously. Effective Decision-making – Demonstrates ability to consistently make sound decisions. Empathy in Leadership – Deep care and concern for being a conscientious and effective manager of others QUALIFICATIONS We’re seeking candidates who excel in relationship-building, are results-oriented, and have strong project management skills. You should have: A track record of developing and maintaining strong relationships with and among a diverse group of stakeholders. Excellent organizational skills, with a demonstrated commitment to meeting a high bar and a history of getting things done even in the face of obstacles and ambiguity. As Good Reason Houston is in “start-up mode,” we look for candidates who can be flexible in changing environments. A data and research orientation – including a curiosity and urgency around data collection and analysis, and its ability to inform decision making. Experience managing multiple projects and the ability to manage teammates and stakeholders on short-term projects. Passion about the mission, vision, and goals of Good Reason Houston and how this position contributes to the organization’s success. Knowledge of the charter school development and start-up process, preferably as a practitioner in a prior role; experience working with charter schools is required.