Program Director (Dance & Social Impact), J Ellington Publishing LLC - Remote

 

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Part-time∙20 hours a week∙From January 6 to January 5

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Job Description: Program Director for Dance and Social Impact

 

Organization: J Ellington Publishing LLC

Position: Program Director for Dance and Social Impact

Location: Remote

Type: Volunteer/Academic Credit (with a professional letter of recommendation provided upon successful completion)

Compensation: Equity stake in organization during startup. 

 

Company Overview: VoiceUp is a social impact project dedicated to empowering communities to drive change through storytelling, digital media, and innovative strategies. Our goal is to mobilize grassroots efforts and raise awareness about critical issues while ensuring ethical and equitable use of. Our mission is to inspire communities and create a platform where young voices can share their stories and drive action in support of meaningful impact.

 

Position Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and innovative Program Director for Dance and Social Impact. This role will focus on empowering college students and mobilizing aspiring students on middle and high school campuses through the transformative power of dance. The director will create programs and campaigns that leverage dance as a medium to raise awareness, inspire action, and unite communities for positive social change.
 

Key Responsibilities:

Program Development and Leadership: Design and lead programs that incorporate dance as a means of expression and community mobilization, connecting participants with VoiceUp’s mission of social justice and positive change.

 

Culturally Diverse Performances: Plan and lead dance performances that showcase culturally diverse forms of dance, spanning different languages and ethnicities to highlight and celebrate global unity.

 

Social Impact Performances: Lead social impact and creative dance performances on college and university campuses, at after-school programs, and other community-based initiatives to inspire activism and foster community involvement.

 

Quarterly Community Events: Host quarterly dance performances that bring the community together around a common cause, using dance to foster unity and shared purpose.

 

Student Engagement: Mobilize college students and middle and high school students to participate in dance-based initiatives that inspire activism and foster community involvement.

 

Workshops and Events: Organize virtual and in-person workshops, dance performances, and events that highlight the role of dance in bringing attention to social justice causes and uniting communities.
 

Partnership Building: Collaborate with dance organizations, schools, community centers, and social justice groups to develop strategic partnerships.

 

Content Creation: Work with the VoiceUp team to create engaging digital content that showcases dance performances, stories, and initiatives to amplify awareness and action.

 

Mentorship and Guidance: Provide mentorship to student leaders and aspiring dancers, guiding them on how to use their talents to drive meaningful social change.

 

Feedback and Evaluation: Implement systems to collect feedback from participants and evaluate the effectiveness of dance programs, making improvements as needed.
 

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a higher learning institution, including two-year or four-year colleges, universities, or trade schools.

Or recent alumni with very strong on campus real time connections.

Experience in dance education, choreography, or dance program leadership.

Strong understanding of social justice and community mobilization.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Creativity and a proactive approach to program development.

Passion for working with students and fostering growth through the arts.

Ability to lead and inspire diverse groups of participants.

 

Benefits:

Opportunity to lead an impactful program and shape its development from the ground up.

Gain valuable leadership and program management experience.

Build a network within the dance, education, and social justice communities.

Receive a professional letter of recommendation from VoiceUp’s founder upon successful completion.

Potential for academic credit, subject to institutional guidelines.

 

How to Apply:

Send to info@ellingtonbooks.com 

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant experience and passion for using dance to inspire social change. A sample video of recently performed dance and/or choreography is encouraged. This video should highlight the candidate's performance.

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Program Director, Renewables and Other Power, Global Energy Monitor - Remote

 

Job Description

Position

Global Energy Monitor is seeking an experienced Program Director for our Renewables and Other Power Program. The Program Director provides strategic leadership and managerial oversight for the department, and reports directly to Global Energy Monitor’s Associate Director. The Renewables and Other Power team’s research program focuses on producing global facility-level datasets that reflect the current and future utility-scale solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal, bioenergy, and nuclear landscapes.

Location

GEM does not have a central office; instead, GEM works with employees to create suitable home offices catered to the needs of their role. Remote staff do not have to be based in the United States; however, preference will be given to those living in the United States. GEM can hire employees worldwide in countries where our PEO (Deel) operates, except in countries classified as Level 3 or 4 on the U.S. Department of State’s website.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Leadership. The Program Director collaborates with GEM leadership to develop GEM’s strategy for their department, including making plans for existing programs and seeking out opportunities for extending GEM’s programs. As an organizational leader, the Program Director will encourage and support members of their team in their day-to-day jobs and career development and will seek ways to improve GEM as an attractive work environment. The Program Director will set an inclusive and positive tone, and will promote a respectful and professional work culture, paying particular attention to issues of race, culture, and gender. As an executive leader, the Program Director will set an example of decorum and integrity, displaying the qualities of openness, flexibility, diligence, dedication, efficiency, kindness, fairness, and community mindedness.
• Staff Support and Management. The Program Director provides support and managerial oversight for members of their team, including coordinating training; meeting regularly to make sure their needs are being met; managing the development of project update schedules; managing communication systems within the team; managing the development of reports and briefings; coordinating data collection, analysis, and wiki editing; and communicating with the Executive Director, Associate Director and other program directors. The Program Director also holds regular meetings with their team.
• Publications. The Program Director will coordinate the planning and scheduling of reports and briefings. Together with other key staff and the respective Project Managers, the Program Director will designate a team to manage the scoping, data collection, technical oversight and quality assurance, graphics, writing, editing, copyediting, translation, production, and promotion of each analysis.
• Partnerships, outreach, and media. The Program Director will develop relationships with partner organizations and represent GEM in the media and in public forums; stay abreast of industry, NGO, media, and related governmental data and reports to assess current and emerging trends.
• Administration. The Program Director collaborates with appropriate staff and/or departments to maintain and develop the program’s websites and social media accounts. In coordination with the Executive Director, the Associate Director, the Human Resources Manager, and the Operations and Finance Director, the Program Director executes miscellaneous administrative responsibilities as needed including maintaining and preparing employee records and organizational expense ledgers, preparing financial statements and budgets, preparing foundation reports, etc.
• Technology and Data. The Program Director works in collaboration and consultation with the Data Director on the Program’s technology and data strategy, expertise, and resources.
• Hiring. The Program Director collaborates with leadership and the Human Resources team, to develop job descriptions, and hire for open roles on their team.
• Budgeting and Fundraising. The Program Director works with the leadership team and the Grants Manager in preparing project budgets and preparing foundation grant applications and narrative reports.
• Communications and Accountability Systems. The Program Director plays the lead role in developing and managing systems and meetings that support and enhance the exchange of information among their department staff.

Required Qualifications

Applicants who tailor their resume and cover letter to these requirements will be prioritized.

The following experience and skills are required for this position:

• 5+ years of experience in energy and environmental research.
• 2+ years of coordinating/managing/leading people, projects, or teams.
• Demonstrated analytical experience in the energy sphere, including experience summarizing and presenting quantitative and qualitative data and managing large data sets.
• Familiarity with international environmental campaigns.
• Knowledge of the environmental and social impacts of energy and materials production and the global political economy of energy/materials generation and procurement.
• Track record of working to advance social and environmental justice.
• Fluency in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Experience networking and building working relationships with external stakeholders and experts, including working with media.
• Understanding of industry and energy transition issues, and/or relevant technical background.
• Attention to detail, scrupulous adherence to documented fact, and resourcefulness in using online search tools.
• Analytical skills, including experience in summarizing, and presenting data.
• Professional writing skills.
• ​​Possession of fundamental computer programming and spatial mapping skills.

Pay and Benefits

This is a full-time, 36-hour-per-week, work-from-home position. The annual salary is $111,659.40 for locations in the United States (option to move to 40 hours per week at $124,066 in January 2025).  Locations outside of the US: GEM aims to offer comparable salaries, benefits, and leave to employees living outside of the US in line with our fully transparent compensation framework. More information can be requested by contacting GEM’s People & Culture team.

Application Requirements

Applications will be reviewed in the order they were received. Applicants must provide a resume, a cover letter, and a writing sample. Please discuss your leadership approach in your cover letter.

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact People & Culture at hr@globalenergymonitor.org.

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Program Director of Equity Education Initiatives - Institute for Research on Race and Public Policy, University of Illinois Chicago

The Institute for Research on Race and Public Policy at the University of Illinois Chicago is hiring a full-time, contract-funded Program Director of Equity Education Initiatives.

We are looking for an amazing candidate who will be responsible for working with IRRPP staff to design and implement a comprehensive training plan focused on all aspects related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and practical experience with creating and facilitating equity-focused workshops and trainings, engaging social justice pedagogy, as well as managing multiple projects.

Salary range: $75,000-$95,000

Please see the link for more details and to apply:

https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/6909?c=uic

BikeForce Project Director - Equiticity Racial Equity Movement

Job Title: BikeForce Project Director 

Report To: Director of Programs 

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt, salaried with competitive benefits; funded by Cook County Grant Location: Chicago, focused on North Lawndale- 100% in-person 

Schedule: 9:30am - 6:00pm, with occasional evening and weekend responsibilities 

Total Compensation: $70,000 annual salary with competitive benefits 

Date Posted: 6/6/23 

Email Cover Letter and Resume To: careers@equiticity.org with CC to remel@equiticity.org 

Important submission instructions: Include in the email subject line: “BikeForce Project Director” 

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Program Director - Cultural Affairs - City of Chicago

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3369460480

PROGRAM DIRECTOR – CULTURAL AFFAIRS, INSTITUTIONAL GIVING

DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS AND SPECIAL EVENTS (DCASE)

Marketing and Development Division

Number of Positions: 1

Starting Salary: $99,504.00

The City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) supports artists and cultural organizations, invests in the creative economy, and expands access and participation in the arts throughout Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods. As a collaborative cultural presenter, arts funder, and advocate for creative workers, our programs and events serve Chicagoans and visitors of all ages and backgrounds, downtown and in diverse communities across our city — to strengthen and celebrate Chicago.

 

DCASE produces some of the city’s most iconic festivals, markets, events, and exhibitions at the Chicago Cultural Center, Millennium Park, and in communities across the city — serving a local and global audience of 25 million people. The Department offers cultural grants and resources, manages public art, supports TV and film production and other creative industries, and permits special events throughout Chicago.

 

Under direction, the Program Director – Cultural Affairs will serve as the Director of Institutional Giving and plan and implement strategies for contributed income raised annually via corporate, foundation, state, and federal grants as part of the Marketing and Development Division of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. In this capacity, the position performs the following:

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• In collaboration with the Executive team and Deputy Commissioner, develop and implement strategic plans for securing corporate, foundation, state, and federal grants to support arts programming, special events, cultural resources, and other initiatives presented by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events
• Manage and expand grant solicitation efforts by researching and identifying potential grant opportunities aligned with DCASE’s mission and goals; meet with department leadership including program directors to discuss financial needs
• Oversee all grant writing including drafting narrative for applications and proposals; serve as the senior writer, editor, proofreader, reviewer, submitter, and tracker of applications
• With support, manage grants calendar including all application deadlines and ensure that accurate and complex reporting is submitted on time and as required
• Work closely with the Finance team to manage the intake of grant funding through the City of Chicago’s various mandated processes and monitor financial execution of grants for adherence to terms and conditions of the agreement
• Supervise full-time and/or temporary staff
• Participate in a variety of internal and external meetings involving a range of issues related to institutional giving and grants; attend events as necessary to promote DCASE programs and services
• Prepare and provide internal activity reports of assigned projects and activities, ensuring objectives and standards are met
• Assist with a variety of DCASE events, programs, and activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional duties may be required for this position.

NOTE: Position will work early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays. Work indoors and outdoors during inclement weather.

Location: Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE)

Chicago Cultural Center

78 East Washington Street, Chicago, IL 60602

THIS POSITION IS NOT IN THE CAREER SERVICE.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, plus five (5) years of administrative experience in the area of business, marketing, social sciences, visual arts, literary or performing arts, events programming, grantmaking, or arts administration of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience, provided that the minimum degree requirement is met

Equivalencies: Master’s Degree or Doctorate plus four years of experience of which two years are in a supervisory role.

Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.

NOTE: You must provide your transcripts or diploma at time of processing.

 

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to complete an interview which will include a written exercise as part of the interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

• Proficiency in grant writing, grants administration, fundraising, and development
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English and/or Journalism; Business Administration or Public Administration; or Dance, Music, Theatre, Visual Art, and/or Arts Administration
• Experience working in the arts and culture or events industry (i.e. Community Arts Organizations, Museums, Theaters, Music and Dance Venues, Festivals)
• Experience working in government settings and/or with government agencies
• Bi-lingual in Spanish

Knowledge: Considerable knowledge of departmental activities, policies, and programs. Knowledge of principles and practices of grant writing and grants management. Knowledge of corporate, foundation, state, and federal grant makers.

Abilities: Ability to prepare successful and complex grant applications and reports. Ability to establish and meet deadlines and schedules. Ability to plan, assign, and review the work of direct reports. Ability to work effectively in partnership with people of diverse backgrounds. Ability to write and speak Spanish fluently.

Skills: Considerable skill in oral and written communication, research and organization, attention to detail, and financial reporting and monitoring expenses.

Other requirements: Able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

Working Conditions: Work indoors and occasionally outdoors in extreme weather conditions and noise. General office environment, using standard office equipment.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

City of Chicago Department of Human Resources

Lori Lightfoot, Mayor Christopher Owen, Commissioner

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on Monday, December 19, 2022.

For more information and to apply please visit: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3369460480

Director of Programs, Delta Institute

Who: Delta Institute

What: A Director provides strategic, technical, programmatic and analytical leadership for Delta’s programs team. A Director provides leadership and mentorship to their team and is accountable for all activities and processes for their functional area. A Director provides oversight and management to initiative Leads and all functional hive staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality, on-time, and on-budget work scopes. A Director stewards the implementation of the strategic plan, and works closely with the CEO to create, implement, and iterate effective strategies to meet the goals of the organization. 

Responsibilities:

Program Development and Implementation

• Develop and lead the strategy for one or more the program areas of Delta Institutes Strategic and Implementation Plans
• Develop business plans to support the operations for the implementation team
• Lead, direct and advise implementation team on programmatic initiatives, deliverables, budget and development
• Identify development opportunities to advance innovative new programs and services to achieve Delta’s mission
• Conceptualize and develop proposals and engage team members in proposal development
• Manage multiple projects as necessary to ensure high quality deliverables and on time and on budget completion
• Work closely with Program Leads to develop work plans with tasks, timeframes, milestones, resources, and dependencies
• Facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing across the team
• Keep informed of key policies and environmental, economic and social conditions that affect the organization. Understand near-term and long-range plans and determine how to best be positioned to achieve the mission

Financial Management

• Understand Delta’s strategic areas and identify revenue sources to drive the vision
• Plan, develop and accomplish budgets for programmatic work
• Oversee efficient allocation of resources in conjunction with other team members
• Communicate financial status and obligations of projects to CEO and management team

Staff Management

• Inspire, motivate and guide others toward goal accomplishments. Encourage and facilitate cooperation within the organization and with stakeholder groups
• Support an inclusive environment where diversity and innovation are valued and embrace a culture of continuous learning
• Mentor staff and model productive working relationships

Relationship Management

• Grow and maintain key professional affiliations in support of organizational and professional development goals
• Leverage talents and networks of board members and key stakeholders to build organizational support and growth
• Communicate and manage relationships with clients and stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field with Master’s degree desirable or equivalent experience;
• At least 10 years of management experience
• Strong record of accomplishment as an effective manager and a skillful, innovative leader capable of delivering results
• Deep knowledge of environmental and economic development
• Strong demonstrated fundraising experience and/or earned income generation with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders including government, foundations, corporate sponsors, and practitioner groups
• Ability to create and nurture a culture of continuous learning, personal accountability, creative problem solving, and collaboration.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to motivate and inspire high performing staff teams, boards and committees, and partners
• Knowledge of and a base of relationships with key stakeholders in the Great Lakes region
• Integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed with demonstrated passion for Delta’s mission and commitment to working collaboratively with a leadership team
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks and deadlines, and manage work in sometimes ambiguous situations

Apply here.

FEB Program Director, General Services Administration

Who: General Services Adminsitration

What: As a FEB Program Director, the incumbent will implement Federal initiatives and policies, while providing targeted training programs, employee development, shared resources, and local community outreach and participation.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates, plans, organizes, surveys and conducts analyses and studies of policy issues in the Federal community. Determines area for improvement and develops methods to improve the accuracy, adequacy and timeliness of information and systems in place for disseminating information about government-wide programs and workforce issues to senior Federal managers.
• Drafts study plans, gathers data, analyzes data, identifies problem areas, and develops and presents alternatives and recommendations based on study findings to the FEB Policy Committee. Consolidates and prepares final written reports for the FEB as needed and meets with management officials to advise on the practical and effective implementations of recommended changes.
• Coordinates, plans, and implements all FEB activities associated with emergency planning, preparedness and response. Maintains on demand readiness to initiate the Everbridge emergency communications system (or other appropriate system) as required by OPM. Participates in related computer based emergency training, as required, and participates in available emergency preparedness classes in order to stay up-to-date.
• Provides leadership and oversight for the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) through the FEB organized Local Federal Coordinating Committee (LFCC) and Outreach Coordinator (OC) which has the overall responsibility of conducting the CFC.

Qualifications:

• US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
• Meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
• Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959

Apply here.

Program Manager - OAI Chicago Southland- Chicago, IL

Program Manager 

OAI Chicago Southland
Chicago, IL

Number of direct reports: 3
Reports to: Director, OAI Chicago Southland
Location: 214 Forest Blvd, Park Forest, IL 60466

General Summary:
Responsible for the implementation, management and day-to-day activities of OAI’s Strengthening
Working Families in the Chicago Southland program.

Principal Duties:
1. Manage day-to-day operations of the OAI Chicago Southland office.
2. Supervise, train and evaluate all staff assigned to the program and participate in their selection.
3. Negotiate, plan and coordinate the scheduling of trainings with community colleges and other partner organizations.
4. Work with program staff in the development of outreach and recruitment strategies, coordination of
training, schedules, orientation, and intake/assessment, enrollment of new students, placement and
follow-up.
5. Plan, review and evaluate the utilization of equipment and other resources within the program.
6. Work with program staff in the facilitation of new student Tryouts.
7. Assist Director create individual grant budgets and monitor monthly spending of non-personnel costs.
8. Assist Director with the preparation and submission of reports according to funder requirements.
9. Assist Director with the negotiation and execution of contracts with subcontractors and other program partners.
10. Develop, nurture, and maintain relationships with partners and referral agencies.
11. Initiate, develop and cultivate new relationships with community organizations, schools, employers and municipalities in an effort to expand the outreach and awareness of OCS’s services and programs.
12. Other duties as assigned.

Programmatic Evaluation and Reporting
1. Manage and participate in the continued evaluation and improvement of the assigned programs.
2. Responsible for overseeing compilation of enrollment, completion and placement data.
3. Responsible for drafting all reports required by grant funders for review by Director before submission.

Grant Writing/Research/Other
1. Seek out additional funding sources to support OCS programming and OAI-wide initiatives.
2. Assist in grant application research and writing, report completion and database updates as needed.
3. Participate in research and development of new training components to enhance OCS program
offerings.
4. Attend conferences and professional development sessions required by funding agencies and/or as
assigned or approved in advance by Director.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required:
1. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
2. Demonstrated ability to work successfully with underserved populations, independent contractors,
and other non-profit agencies.
3. Direct work experience or demonstrated awareness of skills required to work in varied industries and work environments.
4. Demonstrated ability to manage and complete multiple projects and assignments accurately and
within deadlines.

Position Qualifications:
BA degree preferred. Disciplined, self-starter with strong interpersonal skills; detailed oriented with
excellent analytical and organizational abilities; excellent leadership skills with 5 years’ experience
leading workforce development training programs; proficient in use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
software, team player who also work well independently. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred. Must have automotive transportation for reimbursable local job-related travel.

About OAI:Established in 1976, OAI, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit workforce development and training agency headquartered in downtown Chicago. OAI’s programs provide training for both currently employed workers and unemployed or underemployed individuals who are in need of job skills and critical worker health & safety awareness. OAI’s Mission is to create an environment in which all people can access education, training and employment that will allow them to sustain and enjoy safe, secure and fulfilling lives.

The Calumet Green Manufacturing Partnership (CGMP) initiative enhances the manufacturing and
logistics industries in the Calumet Region by addressing the labor/skills mismatch and by promoting
careers in manufacturing and logistics to ensure a competitive workforce is a key asset for regional
economic development. The accomplishments of CGMP provide an unprecedented opportunity to make significant contributions to the economic prosperity of the South Suburban region.

Program Director-Enterprise Rose Architectural Fellowship Program, Enterprise Community Partners, Inc. - Boston, MA

Program Director-Enterprise Rose Architectural Fellowship Program

Enterprise Community Partners, Inc.

Experience: 

5-7 years

Website: 

https://careers.enterprisecommunity.com/Careers.aspx

Location: 

Boston, MA

Job Summary

Enterprise Community Partners is dedicated to expanding our understanding of the role of design in community development – from architectural design of affordable housing, to urban planning and community engagement, to design thinking as a collaborative process for innovation. The Design department is leading the national community design movement in these areas. It currently houses the Enterprise Rose Architectural Fellowship and related activities including providing tools and resources for the field, developing a framework for designing for health and social outcomes, and convening nationally on issues of design and social equity.  The Program Director of the Rose Architectural Fellowship will be a strategic contributor to this growing team, managing all aspects of the fellowship from which other department initiatives stem. The Program Director will be responsible for the successful management and daily operation of the three-year fellowship program, including but not limited to host organization and fellow recruitment and selection, fellowship training curriculum and convenings (programming for retreats and orientations, bi-weekly calls, learning collaboratives, etc.), network building and mentoring of fellows, monitoring and reporting, speaking publicly about the fellowship and its achievements, and program marketing and communications.  This position requires a unique blend of skills and capabilities. The incumbent must have solid communication, organizational, analytical, and administrative skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, while also being a though-leader in the field with a strategic vision for the program and the ability implement improvements. Additionally, the ability to mentor the fellows and their hosts, championing success within complex relationships and projects, is essential for the overall success of the program.

Job Responsibilities

Manage and is responsible for all facets of the Enterprise Rose Architectural Fellowship program: manage host organization and fellowship application processes; coordinate outreach on Fellowship opportunities including candidate recruitment, site visits, info sessions, applications, interviews, presentations, award processes and related materials; manage fellowship reporting; coordinate fellowship trainings, regular conference calls, and retreats.  Collaborate with internal and external partners to include Rose Fellows, leading architects, and developers to create tools and resources for Enterprise’s community design online platform. Lead fundraising and grant writing efforts for the Design Initiatives department including developing proposals and completing progress and activity reports as required by funders. Contribute intellectual leadership to expanding Enterprise’s Design Leadership Initiative.  Apply for and present at conferences on program achievements and thought leadership in the fields of both design and development.  Manage all aspects of program marketing and communications: in collaboration with Online Services team and Design Team Associate, update related websites with new materials, opportunities and information; keep blog and social media updated and current. Provide a high degree of customer service and quick, courteous response to requests for information and assistance from internal and external customers.

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in a related field and at least six (6) years of experience, preferably managing complex programs for nonprofit or mission-driven organizations; graduate degree may be substituted for up to two (2) years of experience Interest, knowledge and/or experience in community architecture, green building and community planning Architectural design skills are not required, but an interest and ability in growing the leadership capacity in community development and design is a necessity Proven ability to foster and mentor young professionals  Excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills Strong project management skills and experience Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs and solve problems, prioritize conflicting demands, plan work effectively, follow-up and meet deadlines with minimal supervision Actively participates in team-oriented activities, builds relationships Excellent presentation, negotiation and interpersonal skills Availability to work occasional overtime and for national travel (approximately 12-15 trips per year)