Chavezfoundation
Director of Educational and Cultural Programming
Chavezfoundation, Keene, California, United States, 93531
Director of Educational and Cultural Programming
Cesar Chavez Foundation Keene, CA 93531 JOB SUMMARY The National Chavez Center is seeking a collaborative, creative, outcomes-driven, strategic leader who will play a lead role in designing, piloting, and evaluating educational and cultural programs. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Experience designing and piloting products and/or programs with strong results Bachelors or equivalent experience Minimum 5 years of related experience and/or training in education Bilingual Spanish-English preferred, but not required Management experience preferred, but not required ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Developing New Programs: Supports with research and landscape analyses in prioritized education and cultural areas to identify promising opportunities that expand the legacy of Cesar Chavez, farm worker movement, and related social justice topics Gathers data and input from partner organizations and users to determine needs, areas for collaboration, and NCC’s role Develops evidence-based research proposals for new programs Designs product/program plans, moving from initial ideas through fully designed and ready-to-use Manages pilots of new products and services Builds relationships with partners and program participants, communicating adeptly with a variety of stakeholders from senior leaders at districts and organizations to families and children Oversees pilot program implementation, including working with partner organizations and observing and managing part-time/external program staff towards desired results Conducts evaluation/feedback cycles and makes recommendations on product/program design and cost efficiencies in order to scale Existing Programs Support and Development: Within the first year, 50-75% of the time will be overseeing and expanding existing programs. This includes: Gaining understanding of existing programs, including but not limited to; Cesar Chavez Day of Service, Speakers Bureau, Day in the Life of Cesar, and Alternative Spring Breaks Oversees and implements daily operations for select educational programs/products Uses data to progress monitor and adjust course, as necessary, to ensure programmatic goals are met Supports program evaluations and implements feedback and recommendations Supports with hiring, training, and managing program staff Manages communications (support staff, parents, students, school staff) Maintains records and files for all educational programs Collaborates and supports NCC and CCF team members, as appropriate QUALIFICATIONS AND DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS Thorough knowledge of education and cultural programming landscape Ability to translate new ideas into easily digestible plans, presentations, and programs Knowledge of funding opportunities and resources Ability to be nimble, try out new ideas, and improve programs as they develop Team player; pitches in wherever needed to help the team's work lead to success. Ability to collaborate with others on fast-moving projects Excellent written and verbal communication skills, leading to the ability to form relationships with multiple stakeholders (school leaders, district staff, teachers, parents, community organizations) A strong interest in constant developing and learning Personifies the social justice ideals and values espoused by Cesar Chavez and embodies the Si Se Puede! attitude fueling the Farmworker Movement LOCATION Keene, California with 25 – 30% travel SALARY $65K-$95K per year DOE Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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Cesar Chavez Foundation Keene, CA 93531 JOB SUMMARY The National Chavez Center is seeking a collaborative, creative, outcomes-driven, strategic leader who will play a lead role in designing, piloting, and evaluating educational and cultural programs. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Experience designing and piloting products and/or programs with strong results Bachelors or equivalent experience Minimum 5 years of related experience and/or training in education Bilingual Spanish-English preferred, but not required Management experience preferred, but not required ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Developing New Programs: Supports with research and landscape analyses in prioritized education and cultural areas to identify promising opportunities that expand the legacy of Cesar Chavez, farm worker movement, and related social justice topics Gathers data and input from partner organizations and users to determine needs, areas for collaboration, and NCC’s role Develops evidence-based research proposals for new programs Designs product/program plans, moving from initial ideas through fully designed and ready-to-use Manages pilots of new products and services Builds relationships with partners and program participants, communicating adeptly with a variety of stakeholders from senior leaders at districts and organizations to families and children Oversees pilot program implementation, including working with partner organizations and observing and managing part-time/external program staff towards desired results Conducts evaluation/feedback cycles and makes recommendations on product/program design and cost efficiencies in order to scale Existing Programs Support and Development: Within the first year, 50-75% of the time will be overseeing and expanding existing programs. This includes: Gaining understanding of existing programs, including but not limited to; Cesar Chavez Day of Service, Speakers Bureau, Day in the Life of Cesar, and Alternative Spring Breaks Oversees and implements daily operations for select educational programs/products Uses data to progress monitor and adjust course, as necessary, to ensure programmatic goals are met Supports program evaluations and implements feedback and recommendations Supports with hiring, training, and managing program staff Manages communications (support staff, parents, students, school staff) Maintains records and files for all educational programs Collaborates and supports NCC and CCF team members, as appropriate QUALIFICATIONS AND DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS Thorough knowledge of education and cultural programming landscape Ability to translate new ideas into easily digestible plans, presentations, and programs Knowledge of funding opportunities and resources Ability to be nimble, try out new ideas, and improve programs as they develop Team player; pitches in wherever needed to help the team's work lead to success. Ability to collaborate with others on fast-moving projects Excellent written and verbal communication skills, leading to the ability to form relationships with multiple stakeholders (school leaders, district staff, teachers, parents, community organizations) A strong interest in constant developing and learning Personifies the social justice ideals and values espoused by Cesar Chavez and embodies the Si Se Puede! attitude fueling the Farmworker Movement LOCATION Keene, California with 25 – 30% travel SALARY $65K-$95K per year DOE Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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