Director, Economic Mobility
Apply NowCompany: National Community Reinvestment Coalition, Inc.
Location: Washington, DC 20011
Description:
About NCRC
The National Community Reinvestment Coalition is a network of organizations and individuals dedicated to creating a nation that not only promises but delivers opportunities for all Americans to build wealth and live well. We work with community leaders, policymakers and institutions to advance solutions and build the will to solve America's persistent racial and socio-economic wealth, income and opportunity divides, and to make a Just Economy a national priority and a local reality. This vision is the foundation of the Just Economy Pledge.
NCRC's unique mix of research, investigations, investments, media, grant-making, training, advocacy, litigation, lending, convening and facilitation strengthens communities of historic disinvestment, expands economic mobility, holds public and private institutions accountable for their impacts, and informs local and national leaders, policymakers and the private sector.
Position Overview
The Director of Economic Mobility is responsible for developing and leading strategies to enhance economic opportunities for individuals and communities. This role involves overseeing programs and initiatives that address barriers to economic mobility, promoting workforce development, and fostering partnerships with local organizations and stakeholders. The role also involves leading and managing the development and support of communities of practice among NCRC members. The Director of Economic Mobility will work to create a vibrant and engaging environment where community members can learn, grow, and contribute to creating pathways for sustainable economic growth and self-sufficiency. The ideal candidate for the position will have significant experience with workforce development programs.
Location
This position is 100% remote and can be based anywhere within the United States. The role offers the flexibility to work from home with no requirement to be in a physical office. Employees must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable workspace to ensure productivity and effective communication with the team. Collaboration will primarily occur through virtual meetings, email, and other online communication tools. Requires prolonged stationary periods at a computer.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes
How to Apply
Interested applicants may submit their cover letter and resume online at https://ncrc.org/careers/. No phone calls/emails, please.
NCRC IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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The National Community Reinvestment Coalition is a network of organizations and individuals dedicated to creating a nation that not only promises but delivers opportunities for all Americans to build wealth and live well. We work with community leaders, policymakers and institutions to advance solutions and build the will to solve America's persistent racial and socio-economic wealth, income and opportunity divides, and to make a Just Economy a national priority and a local reality. This vision is the foundation of the Just Economy Pledge.
NCRC's unique mix of research, investigations, investments, media, grant-making, training, advocacy, litigation, lending, convening and facilitation strengthens communities of historic disinvestment, expands economic mobility, holds public and private institutions accountable for their impacts, and informs local and national leaders, policymakers and the private sector.
Position Overview
The Director of Economic Mobility is responsible for developing and leading strategies to enhance economic opportunities for individuals and communities. This role involves overseeing programs and initiatives that address barriers to economic mobility, promoting workforce development, and fostering partnerships with local organizations and stakeholders. The role also involves leading and managing the development and support of communities of practice among NCRC members. The Director of Economic Mobility will work to create a vibrant and engaging environment where community members can learn, grow, and contribute to creating pathways for sustainable economic growth and self-sufficiency. The ideal candidate for the position will have significant experience with workforce development programs.
Location
This position is 100% remote and can be based anywhere within the United States. The role offers the flexibility to work from home with no requirement to be in a physical office. Employees must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable workspace to ensure productivity and effective communication with the team. Collaboration will primarily occur through virtual meetings, email, and other online communication tools. Requires prolonged stationary periods at a computer.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning and Leadership
- Develop and implement comprehensive economic mobility strategies and programs.
- Lead the design and execution of initiatives that promote workforce development, financial literacy, and economic self-sufficiency.
- Align economic mobility efforts with the organization's overall mission and goals.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and other stakeholders.
- Represent the organization at public events, meetings, and forums to promote economic mobility initiatives.
- Facilitate collaboration and partnerships to enhance program impact.
- Policy Advocacy
- Advocate for policies and practices that support economic mobility and reduce barriers to economic opportunity.
- Stay informed about relevant policy developments and trends in economic mobility.
- Provide expertise and guidance on economic mobility issues to internal and external audiences.
- Collaboration
- Create, maintain, evaluate, and adapt a structure that informs the appropriate NCRC colleagues of impacted community members' experiences, priorities, and concerns to develop community-supported solutions.
- Reporting and Analysis
- Partner with appropriate team members to ensure data integrity and governance to enhance data collection and use to support reporting on key performance metrics.
- Leverage performance reporting tools to track and analyze key performance metrics.
- Prepare regular reports for management and maintain clear communication channels to update appropriate staff on key achievements, challenges, and opportunities.
- Budget, Fundraising, and Development
- Manage the department budget to ensure adequate resources are available to fulfill the department's goals and objectives.
- Work with NCRC leadership to design and develop an appropriate staffing and organizational plan to support department activities.
- Work with the development team to identify and leverage resources to support the department's goals and objectives.
- Support departmental and organization-wide fundraising efforts to identify, assess, and for funding opportunities from foundations and governments; oversee grants management and reporting related to the department's funding sources.
- Team Management and Development
- Participate in team meetings and contribute insights for strategic planning purposes.
- Provide management and oversight of direct report responsibilities to ensure performance expectations are clear and met.
- Develop and maintain expertise in area of responsibility and apply that expertise to NCRC's context and needs.
- Manage, mentor, and support team members who report to you.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in economics, public policy, business administration, social work, community development, or a related field required; master's degree preferred
- 7+ years of relevant experience in economic development, workforce development, financial literacy programs, or similar areas required
- Experience leading cross-functional teams, managing programs, and overseeing multi-faceted initiatives, preferably within the nonprofit or public sectors
- Significant experience with developing and implementing workforce development programs
- Proven track record of developing and executing strategies to enhance economic mobility
- Experience creating partnerships and implementing initiatives aimed at improving workforce development, financial literacy, and self-sufficiency
- Experience representing organizations in public forums and promoting initiatives that foster community and economic development
- Experience managing budgets, overseeing grants management, and working with fundraising and development teams to secure funding
- Experience developing staffing and organizational plans that align with departmental goals
- Strong understanding of economic mobility policy trends and issues, including experience advocating for policy changes that improve economic opportunities
Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes
- Ability to align programs with organizational goals, ensuring comprehensive strategic planning
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively build relationships and partnerships with community organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and other stakeholders
- Ability to facilitate collaboration across various sectors to amplify the impact of economic mobility programs
- Ability to provide expert guidance on policy issues to internal and external audiences
- Proficiency in data analysis, using reporting tools to measure and evaluate key performance indicators
- Ability to prepare regular reports on program achievements and financial matters
- Demonstrated ability to manage, mentor, and support team members to meet performance expectations
- Commitment to fostering a vibrant, engaging environment for team members and community participants
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Flexibility to attend relevant meetings, conferences, and stakeholder events
How to Apply
Interested applicants may submit their cover letter and resume online at https://ncrc.org/careers/. No phone calls/emails, please.
NCRC IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
EEO/AA
M/F/D/V