Type: Full-time
County: Santa Clara
Agency: Partnership for Children & Youth
Agency Description:
The Partnership for Children and Youth (PCY) is an innovative advocacy and capacity-building organization committed to closing the opportunity gap for students from under-resourced communities in California. Grounded in research and experience, we build educator capacity, facilitate relationships between school districts and community-based organizations, and advocate for effective public policies. PCY has a warm and supportive culture where authenticity, transparency, and trust-building are highly valued.
The PCY Team works remotely, with the highest concentration of staff located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Salary range is $140,000-$165,000 per year with a generous benefit package and flexible work schedule.
Job Description
The CEO will guide strategy and daily operations and work in partnership with the Board to set organizational vision and long-term direction. Other key responsibilities include oversight of programs, fundraising and external relations, finance, HR, administration, and board engagement. This is an exceptional opportunity to provide visionary and adaptive leadership within a flourishing organization, to model PCY’s core values throughout advocacy and programmatic work, and to foster an internal culture that reflects them.
The salary range for this position is $140,000 to $165,000 per year. PCY’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with 4% employer match, 13 paid holidays, 3-5 weeks of paid time off, depending on tenure.
Job Responsibilities and Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
Ensure alignment of annual program goals with the organization’s vision and strategic direction.
Guide organizational evolution. Balance program implementation with innovation and expansion.
Center equity across all internal and external work. Oversee the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy.
Oversee policy development and advocacy strategy and advocate for public policies that further PCY’s mission. Research and represent community needs to policy makers.
Identify key partners that may benefit from PCY’s engagement and support.
Design the resource development strategy for earned revenue and philanthropic support. Serve as lead fundraiser by cultivating and stewarding potential and current funders.
Serve as spokesperson and thought-leader. Build strong relationships with policy makers, organizational partners, special constituencies, donors, and the press to expand organizational impact.
Provide fiscal and administrative oversight to ensure compliance, organizational sustainability, and effective service delivery.
Guide annual budgeting, resource allocation, and goal setting processes.
Prioritize the use of technology and data tracking.
Build and retain a strong team with a values-aligned culture. Develop and provide oversight to the HR/People function.
Support the Board’s goals and objectives, including board development, recruiting, and on-boarding.
Communicate regularly with Board members about risks, opportunities, and strategic initiatives.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 10 years advocating for programs for children and youth. An existing network of funders, partners, and colleagues in related fields is preferred.
Proven ability to work with policymakers, community organizations, school administrators, district administrators, and other key stakeholders.
Exceptionally strong oral communication skills and comfort with public presentations.
Demonstrated track record of growing and sustaining a non-profit organization or program.
Ability to be flexible, creative and innovative.
Fluency in English is required. Fluency in other languages is desirable. Must be authorized to work in the United States.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
Successful candidates will have a deep connection to the mission and values of PCY and possess these core competencies:
Visionary Organizational Leadership Experience
Strong Emotional Intelligence & Relational Abilities
Topical Knowledge & Expertise
Executive Presence & Proven Fundraising Skills
Commitment to PCY Values, DEI, & Antiracism
How To Apply
Please send a resume and thoughtful cover letter to pcysearch@ventureleader.org with the subject line: “PCY CEO Search: [Your Name].”
Your cover letter should (1) describe how your skills and experience align with the position description and (2) your passion for PCY’s mission, vision, and values.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. All applications will be held in strict confidence
Application Deadline: 6/14/2022
Name of Contact: Hamzeh Daoud
Contact email address: pcysearch@ventureleader.org