Managing Directors, Community Resiliency & Career Pathways

Community Resiliency Candidate Profile: 

A strategic entrepreneurial thinker with advanced professional experience in community-based basic needs and anti-poverty programming. Ideal candidates will be inspired by mission-driven, community-engaged work with organizational experience in, fund development, sustaining strategic partnerships, coalition management, communications, community engagement, and evaluating the impact of programmatic initiatives on the communities targeted by UWGPSNJ.

Professional Characteristics: 

Commitment to poverty alleviation and equality; experience - lived, professional, and/or academic - that advances United Way’s mission and improves its practices 7+ years of relevant, progressively responsible experience in nonprofit, business, or government Strategy and planning skills, including the ability to manage multiple initiatives over multi-year lifecycles Experience leading large-scale partnerships or collaborations, particularly involving government and/or philanthropy Strong knowledge of the fields of basic needs and poverty alleviation Demonstrated competency in raising awareness of and financial support for causes and/or organizations Entrepreneurial approach and ability to build, adapt, and execute in a fast-paced environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience building and managing program budgets preferred Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience preferred

Key Responsibilities: 

Lead UWGPSNJ’s Community Resiliency strategy, which includes research, grantmaking, strategic partnerships, civic convening, and advocacy Assemble and sustain leadership initiatives, which are large-scale, collaborative teams of partners working in concert to advance a shared vision Grow institutional, corporate, and individual donor support for the Community Resiliency strategy in partnership with senior leadership and development teams Manage a framework for measuring and improving the impact of the investment portfolio and its initiatives to ensure equitable and effective outcomes Champion the goals of Community Resiliency by producing case statements, participating in public speaking and media opportunities, presenting to donors, staff, and board members, and convening regional conversations with key stakeholders Develop deep and mutually beneficial relationships with nonprofit organizations that are leaders in urgently addressing the fundamental needs of communities, including access to food, housing, education, and healthcare Work with leaders from government, philanthropy, research/academia, and other institutions to advance community resiliency through improved access to basic needs Ensure equitable distribution of UWGPSNJ resources through targeted outreach, data-informed decision-making, and open reporting and communications practices Oversee budgets and reporting for grants and initiatives Manage staff and consultants as needed Other functions and responsibilities as related or assigned

Career Pathways Candidate Profile: 

A strategic entrepreneurial thinker with advanced professional experience in workforce development and community-based programming. Ideal candidates will be inspired by mission-driven, community-engaged work with organizational experience in fund development, sustaining strategic partnerships, coalition management, communications, community engagement, and creating economic opportunities in under-served communities. 

Professional Characteristics: 

Commitment to poverty alleviation and equality; experience - lived, professional, and/or academic - that advances United Way’s mission and improves its practices 7+ years of relevant, progressively responsible experience, in nonprofit, business, or government Advanced strategy and planning skills, including the ability to manage multiple initiatives over multi-year lifecycles Experience leading large-scale partnerships or collaborations, particularly involving government and/or philanthropy Strong knowledge of the fields of workforce development and entrepreneurship Demonstrated competency in raising awareness of and financial support for causes and/or organizations Entrepreneurial approach and ability to build, adapt, and execute in a fast-paced environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience building and managing program budgets preferred Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience preferred

Key Responsibilities:

Lead UWGPSNJ’s Career Pathways strategy, which includes research, grantmaking, strategic partnerships, civic convening, and advocacy Assemble and sustain leadership initiatives, which are large-scale, collaborative teams of partners working in concert to advance a shared vision Grow institutional, corporate, and individual donor support for the Career Pathways strategy in partnership with senior leadership and development teams Manage a framework for measuring and improving the impact of the investment portfolio and its initiatives to ensure equitable and effective outcomes Champion the goals of Career Pathways by producing case statements, participating in public speaking and media opportunities, presenting to donors, staff, and board members, and convening regional conversations with key stakeholders Develop deep and mutually beneficial relationships with nonprofit organizations that are leaders in the fields of workforce development and entrepreneurship  Work with leaders from government, philanthropy, research/academia, and other institutions to advance economic mobility and racial equity Ensure equitable distribution of UWGPSNJ resources through targeted outreach, data-informed decision-making, and open reporting and communications practices Oversee budgets and reporting for grants and initiatives Manage staff and consultants as needed Other functions and responsibilities as related or assigned

Compensation: 

Competitive salary commensurate with experience and benefits aligned with nonprofit industry standards.

Organizational Information: 

The Managing Director of Career Pathways will have several direct reports, as well as operational support via shared services, and reports directly to the Chief Impact Officer (CIO).

Relevant Financial Information: 

UWGPSNJ serves nine counties across the region: with 400+ corporate partners and over 180 community partners. UWGPSNJ has raised and invested over $65 million to battle poverty since 2018.

Service Area / Industry Information:

Nine counties across the Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey region.

Notes / Additional Information: 

UWGPSNJ promotes a culture of inclusion and seeks talented staff from diverse backgrounds. UWGPSNJ does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.

To Apply For Community Resiliency 

Email your resume to Kori Beaman Cheatham at UWResiliency@DiverseForce.com by April 5, 2023, using the subject line: Job Posting Site - Managing Director, Community Resiliency. This is the final date for applications. Please disregard the dates noted elsewhere on the job site. Confirmation of receipt of the application will be sent by return email. Virtual screening with preferred candidates will be arranged forthwith. Finalists may be asked to a second in-person interview and to complete a brief personality/skills assessment. No phone calls, please.

To Apply For Career Pathways

Email your resume to Monica Wildes, MHS at UWPathways@DiverseForce.com by April 5, 2023, using the subject line: Job Posting Site - Managing Director, Career Pathways. This is the final date for applications. Please disregard the dates noted elsewhere on the job site. Confirmation of receipt of the application will be sent by return email. Virtual screening with preferred candidates will be arranged forthwith. Finalists may be asked to a second in-person interview and to complete a brief personality/skills assessment. No phone calls, please.