About this opportunity
The Boston Foundation lists this Director, Jobs & Economic Development (TBF) opportunity in boston, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Director, Jobs & Economic Development (TBF)
Posted on April 03, 2018
The Director, Jobs and Economic Development drives development, implementation and evaluation of the Foundation’s jobs & economic development strategies to support strong and vibrant local economic development that foster innovation, entrepreneurship and business growth, and increases access to high quality jobs — with a particular focus on women and minorities.
Essential Functions:
Leads and oversees the development, implementation and evaluation of strategies and investments in the Foundation’s jobs & economic development program area with a goal to:
Accelerates innovation in low-income areas, and the creation and growth of new enterprises, especially in neighborhoods along the Fairmount-Indigo Commuter Line;
Strategically invests in the creation of a supportive environment/eco-system which can ensure the success of participating women and minorities.
Improves the quality of transitions and coordination amongst the adult basic education, post-secondary education and workforce development sub-systems;
Expands the capacity and effectiveness of high-performing employment programs;
Supports reform efforts of the Massachusetts community college system ensuring post-secondary certificate and degree programs prepare students for careers in high demand occupations;
Executes all functions pertaining to the role of strategy leader, including strategy development, grant making, evaluation & assessment, board reporting and initiative management;
Forges partnerships and collaborations to generate, oversee and leverage investment opportunities for the Foundation’s grant making and community change efforts;
Utilizes research, knowledge and stakeholder relationships to improve outcomes for people and place, influence systems change, and advance relevant public policies;
Utilizes strategic written and oral communications to advance the Foundation’s goals, participates in and presents at local and national forums, and convenings of key stakeholders;
Participates in grant proposal review and recommendation process in collaboration with Foundation colleagues;
Supervises other staff and consultants associated with the Initiatives and grantmaking; and
Complies with administrative requirements of the Foundation and participate in other TBF activities as needed.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Individuals assigned to this position may perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Preparation, Knowledge, Previous Experience:
College degree with 10-12 years of relevant work experience required; Master’s degree preferred.
Deep understanding of urban economic development and the issues affecting low-income urban residents;
Skills include strategy development and implementation, financial analyses and budgeting, and impact assessment/evaluation. Grantmaking and public policy experience is a plus;
Exceptional interpersonal, writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to serve as an external voice for the work of the Boston Foundation;
Excellent analytical skills, written and verbal communication skills;
Demonstrated leadership and proven ability to lead a complex, cross-sector, multi-dimensional, results-oriented agenda;
Demonstrated success managing teams, including the supervision and evaluation of staff and consultants;
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a demanding environment.
Understanding of and commitment to the Foundation’s mission;
A creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills;
Ability to work under the pressure of tight deadlines;
A participative work style and the ability to give and receive feedback;
Resourceful, a self-starter and able to work independently; and
Mature interpersonal style, ability to interact well with a diverse range of people.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
Ability to sit for long periods of time
Ability to use a computer keyboard for extended periods of time
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally
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Worksite address
boston, MA, 02298, US
Who can apply
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