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Managing Director of Community & Family Engagement
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Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in Harlem, New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Managing Director to lead our Family and Community Engagement Departments.
The Managing Director will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life.
The programs under this portfolio include GRADS (Guardians Responding and Developing Strategies), 3-Year-Old Journey, The Baby College, and Community Pride. These programs offer our parents and community members the resources and educational support needed to create an enriching environment for their children and peers. The leadership of the Managing Director is pivotal in enhancing the experiences of our families and communities through supportive approaches. This role serves as a member of Harlem’s Children’s Zone Senior Leadership Team and will report to the Chief Program Officer.
For more information, check out Want to Work at Harlem Children’s Zone? Here’s 7 Things You Need to Know .
Master’s degree or better in Education, Psychology or closely related field
6+ years of management experience in a multi-service, community based organization
Must be available to work flexible hours (after hours, weekends, and holidays as needed)
Who you are
Master’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology or closely related field with advanced knowledge of Childhood Development and community organizing is strongly preferred
Minimum of 6 years of supervisory and program management experience in a multi-service family and community-based organization
A commitment to our mission and prioritization of children first, servant leadership and place-based work
Demonstrate excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and public speaking skills, including the ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds
Ability to problem solve, analyze, and achieve results
Innovation-oriented, team-oriented, and data-driven leader with high levels of energy and deep commitment to our families and community
Strong project management skills with the ability to coach, develop, and lead talent
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook
Must be able to handle confidential and sensitive information with tact and integrity
Bilingual (Spanish or French) highly desirable
What you'll do
Family and Community Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives to support families and strengthen community bonds.
Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of family and community events, programs, and activities
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure quality services are being provided to our families and community
Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, community leaders, and stakeholders
Stay informed about relevant trends, research, and best practices in family and community development
Direct supervision and assessment of portfolio directors
Ensure all departments are in compliance with all funding mandates, applicable laws, and regulations
Develop and mitigate potential crises affecting family and community engagement by implementing plans that address root causes
Administrative Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manage and allocate resources effectively to support community and parent engagement activities
Oversee financial reporting of several million dollars to ensure transparency in the use of program funds
Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations
Supervise and support community engagement coordinators, interns, and outreach workers
Establish data collection and evaluation systems to monitor community engagement activities
Prepare reports and provide information for annual assessments
Leverage data and learning to inform program design and execution
Review program budgets and staffing to ensure they are aligned with the organization’s vision and strategic plan
Provide high-quality annual reports and quarterly status reports that communicate performance toward all annual targets and dynamic intervention strategies to ensure that annual goals are met
Administrative oversight of hiring, training, and vision setting to ensure consistent holistic vision and optimal performance of program professionals
Set vision and expectations for high-quality learning opportunities for staff, families, and community
Effective management skills, to successfully lead numerous streams of work in a high-paced, demanding environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Program Management
Provide top-level management for our best-in-class youth, family, and community development programming
Integrate health and wellness supports throughout all programs to effectively serve the community
Formulate and establish systems for recruiting and enrolling families and community members into programs and events
Create and execute community engagement strategies focusing on the needs of families and children
Establish collaborative partnerships with community organizations to support and enhance priorities
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to create education, resources, and engagement experience for parents, families, and community members
Coordinate and co-create engagement activities with HCZ Community Centers and Athletics Department
Lead and coach portfolio staff to ensure best practices for early childhood development program and community engagement
Strategy & Innovation
Ensure successful execution of programmatic innovations outlined in the strategic plan, which include College & Career Readiness, Wellness & Mental Health, Community & Family Partnerships, Healthy Harlem, and Wealth Builds
Contribute to the development of HCZ’s strategic goals and objectives, as well as overall management and leadership
Assess and recommend new areas for program development
People Management
Directly oversee program portfolio Directors
Recruit, develop and retain high quality program staff
Establish, build and maintain relationships within the organization and community to ensure that HCZ is consistently meeting the needs of children, families and the community
Foster strong relationships and effective communication with HCZ senior leadership and staff
Schedule
Monday – Friday
Must be available to work flexible hours (after hours, weekends, and holidays as needed)
As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families — and our staff — thrive. We offer highly competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth.
Our exceptional full-time benefits include:
Highly competitive base salaries
Performance-based bonus
Paid time off
Employee referral bonus
Career advancement
No-cost health insurance
Life Insurance
Short-and long-term disability
Additional voluntary benefits
Wellness discounts
Commuter benefits
Financial wellness perks
Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)
The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $165,000 per year. To be considered, interested applicants should apply directly through the posting. No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children's Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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