Managing Director of Programs

Kataly Foundation, a family foundation based in the San Francisco Bay Area, is committed to supporting restorative economics, environmental justice, mindfulness and healing justice, and racial justice. Founded in 2018 with the intention of spending out a $445 million endowment over a ten-year time horizon, this growing organization intends to support movements around these issues and serve as a progressive leader in philanthropy.Kataly’s mission is to support and provide resources to communities and social movements that are exploring new solutions to persistent, systemic problems. Kataly does this while embracing its role and responsibility in changing systems that led to wealth extraction from these communities in the first place. We move resources to support the economic, political, and cultural power of Black and Indigenous communities and all communities of color. By transforming its own relationship to capital, the planet, and each other, the Kataly Foundation will redistribute and redefine wealth in a way that leads to transformation, abundance, and regeneration.At this pivotal moment in Kataly’s history, the Foundation seeks its first-ever Managing Director of Programs to support and amplify efforts across programmatic areas and within the organization broadly. As Kataly continues to engage actively in the process of distributing its resources, the Managing Director will serve as a critical connector and advocate for opportunities to collaborate across program teams in alignment with organization-wide strategic goals. As a thought partner and collaborative problem solver, the Managing Director will support Kataly’s program teams to execute thoughtfully on their programmatic strategies, identify best practices and creative solutions for program-related issues, and serve as a voice and conduit to the Foundation’s leadership team for needs, concerns, and questions that arise within the grantmaking areas.Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this inaugural Managing Director will employ a flexible approach to managing program needs and work alongside the program team to promote the goals of the Environmental Justice Resource Collective, Mindfulness and Healing Justice work, and the overall Capacity Building program and Communications strategy of Kataly. Acting as a guide and partner to the leaders of each program area, the Managing Director will manage the Foundation’s programmatic initiatives with the expertise needed to directly engage in program-related work as needed.As part of Kataly’s leadership team, the Managing Director of Programs will provide clear, actionable thought leadership around program implementation, inspire program staff to achieve the Foundation’s complex agenda, and broaden the organization’s reach and impact. The Managing Director will serve as the central aggregator and generator of ideas around strategic implementation across all program areas.Key responsibilities for this role include:Acting as a partner and advisor to the CEO and leadership team;Championing a spirit of collaboration and open communications across the Program team to help advance organizational goals and ensure continued trust and alignment among the staff;Managing, updating and executing on implementation plans in coordination with the Programs teams, CEO and leadership team;Coordinating the execution of key projects and initiatives;Analyzing key data and reports to identify opportunities and challenges;Helping to address any culture/personnel issues, and keeping the CEO and People & Culture lead abreast of organizational climate;Coordinate programmatic related information and share with the Finance and Operations staff to shape organizational budgets and strategies;Liaison with philanthropic peers to help advance shared goals in the sector; andRepresent Kataly at events and meetings to knowledgeably speak about the Foundation’s work.Candidate Profile

While no one candidate will possess every quality outlined for this position, a successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes:Passion for the Mission

The successful candidate will reflect integrity and commitment towards fulfilling the Foundation’s mission of truly supporting communities to exercise their power and voice and moving the needle on critical issues facing the United States. This leader will believe deeply in the power of philanthropy, social justice, and the common good and demonstrate a passion for Kataly’s program areas and organizational values. Through experience, whether professional and/or lived, the Managing Director will deftly demonstrate familiarity with and commitment to social justice concepts and frameworks.Strategic, Adaptable, and Creative Problem Solving

The ideal candidate will lead with an entrepreneurial mindset, along with the knowledge, foresight, and clarity to inform decision-making around programming and strategy toward social change. This leader will act nimbly in adjusting to shifting priorities and deftly balance multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.An Inclusive Collaborator Leading with Humility

Driven by a deep, relational understanding of a collective approach to movement-centered action, the ideal candidate will utilize strong emotional intelligence, demonstrable humility, and an orientation to listening to effectively engage and empower all communities within and beyond Kataly.An Engaged Manager and Connector

With demonstrated success in building relationships and weaving connections within and across ecosystems of organizations, this individual will skillfully navigate complex landscapes with nuance and a keen understanding of various perspectives.In addition, strong candidates will offer:A collegial work style and a sense of humor;A mature capacity to hold and move through complexity;A creative and innovative approach to problem solving;Strong self-managed work ethic and highest level of personal and professional integrity;Highly organized with an attention to detail;Strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously;Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; andProven project management skills, from design to implementation.The above offers an aspirational view of the ideal candidate profile; we encourage applications from candidates with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.Salary for the role is anticipated to range from $240,000 to $260,000, commensurate with experience. Kataly offers a comprehensive benefits package.Contact

Koya Partners l Diversified Search Group has been exclusively retained for this engagement, which is being led by Michelle Bonoan and Chartise Clark. Submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out our Talent Profile . All inquiries are strictly confidential.Kataly Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion throughout the organization and believe strongly in the increased effectiveness that comes from a diverse workforce, and strongly encourage those from historically under-served, underrepresented or marginalized communities to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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