Next Level Bostons mission is to eliminate barriers to opportunity, one investment at a time, by connecting the organizations leading change with the resources they need to thrive. We partner with these leadersproviding sustained financial support and access to the Next Level community of experts, donors and supportersenabling them to advance further and faster in achieving their intended impact.
Next Level Bostons model is based on collaboration and deep engagement. We conduct rigorous due diligence, working in partnership with Bostons leading social impact incubators, accelerators, funders, and other community leaders to find the organizations best positioned to make a significant impact. Then, we bring together a network of donors, experts, and other supporters to work in concert with one another in supplying the resources these organizations need to succeed.
With the networks strategic, timely and sustained support, these organizations build the capacity needed for scale and greater impact. Through this coordinated effort and deep investment in greater Bostons strongest programs, we elevate our collective ability to drive change, improve lives, and transform our communities.
About the Position
Next Level Boston is seeking a highly competent, mission-driven, and flexible social impact leader, with a track record of making things happen, to serve as Chief Operating Officer (COO). The COO will be an integral member of NLBs entrepreneurial leadership team. This is a part-time position (20 hours/week). Reporting to the CEO, the COO will lead all internal operations and will have the following responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership (15%)
- Contribute to the development of NLBs strategic goals and objectives as well as the overall management of the organization
- Lead the performance management process that measures and evaluates progress against goals for the organization
Operations (20%)
- Develop and implement an appropriate system of policies and procedures to ensure organizational efficiency and effectiveness
- Plan, coordinate, and execute the annual budget process
- Manage key relationships with outside accountant, legal counsel, etc.
- Provide analytical support to NLBs Board and CEO including development of internal management reporting capabilities.
- Ensure organizations proper adherence to local, state, and federal requirements and registrations
- Cultivate relationships with deal flow partners and proactively develop a diverse pipeline of grantee candidates
- Actively support grantees and facilitate high impact engagements with NLB pro bono partners
- Work with grantees to determine, monitor, and report on grantee performance outcomes
Communications (15%)
- Direct NLB communications strategy, including:
- Develop and maintain NLB website content
- Development of other communications collateral, as needed (e.g. impact report, informational brochures, video, etc.)
Qualifications
- Inspired by and fully committed to support Next Level Bostons mission
- 15+ years' experience in the nonprofit or philanthropy sector, operations and/or communications experience strongly preferred
- Deep knowledge of and connections within greater Bostons social impact ecosystem
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
- Schedule: This is a part-time position, approximately 20 hours per week
- Anticipated start date: Flexible
- Location: Greater Boston, MA. Most work will be done remotely, with in-person training and regular in-person meetings
- Compensation: Commensurate with experience
To Apply
Please send a resume and cover letter to Darcy Brownell at
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