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Deputy Director of Operations and Growth (FT)

EPIP, Oakland, California, United States, 94616


Deputy Director of Operations and Growth (FT)

Posted on October 11, 2018Forward Together is thrilled to be expanding our senior staff team and recruiting for a

Deputy Director of Operations and Growth . This is an opportunity for highly skilled senior level leaders to help shape the next phase of impact of a dynamic organization whose budget and staff have grown three-fold in recent years, and whose programs continue to grow in complexity, scale, and reach.ABOUT US:

Founded in 1989, Forward Together has grown from organizing local and statewide API communities to becoming a national leader in the reproductive justice movement. Our mission is to unite communities, build courage, and deepen connection among our community of change makers to secure rights, recognition, and resources for our families.EXPANDING OUR EXECUTIVE TEAM:

The time is right for Forward Together to bring on two new Deputy Directors for

a)

Operations and Growth, and b) Programs and Organizational Development.

Together, they will embody the values at the heart of our work and bring the range of skills and experience needed to achieve our three-year Roadmap and continued growth.CANDIDATE PROFILE:

We are excited to be joined by a deeply skilled and experienced senior leader who will partner with our Executive Director, Deputy Director of Programs and Organizational Development, and our Senior Director of Field Policy and Strategy to advance our work in this pivotal phase of our development.The successful candidate for the position will be a thoughtful leader who brings deep demonstrable experience and skills in nonprofit operations, growth, and risk management; financial forecasting and oversight; infrastructure and systems development and integration; Human Resources best practices; IT integration; and personnel management.KEY AREAS OF FOCUS:

This is a senior level position. Priorities may shift over time, but will include:ORGANIZATIONAL GROWTH PLANNING AND CAPACITY BUILDING:Ensure adequate infrastructure and systems to support our growth in size and complexity;Assess our current tools, policies, systems, and practices as they relate to administrative, finance, Human Resources, and technology strengths and needs;Play a critical leadership role in our annual organizational-wide planning process.FINANCIAL AND OPERATIONAL OVERSIGHT:Lead budget forecasting and long-term financial and sustainability planning;Provide direct supervision to the Director of Finance, Administrative Coordinator, HR and IT Managers;Oversee office spaces, leases, contracts, insurance, audit, and vendor selection.HUMAN RESOURCES IMPLEMENTATION AND DEVELOPMENT:Plan for evolving staffing needs in collaboration with the DD of Programs and Organizational Development;Recommend staff recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retention practices;Review and maintain employee handbook and ensure personnel policies and practices are compliant with changing laws.SENIOR LEADERSHIP:Serve as high-level strategic thought partner and advisor to the Executive Director and Board;Participate in staff retreats and our mind-body practices;Represent the organization externally as requested.QUALIFICATIONS AND QUALITIES OF OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:At least 7 years of combined executive/senior level experience;Optimistic and resourceful, with strong self-awareness and cultural competence;Excellent planning, forecasting, strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills;Experience working with women and non-binary people of color and indigenous communities.COMPENSATION, HOURS, LOCATION, AND TRAVEL:

This is a full time, exempt, salaried position based in Oakland, CA. Salary will be in the range of $120K to $135K. Benefits are generous, including health, vision, and dental coverage.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Forward Together is an equal opportunity employer that supports and lives diversity in our staffing and values.HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants should submit a substantive cover letter and a current resume to:

DDOsearch@forwardtogether.org . Applications will be accepted through

November 2, 2018

or until filled.

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