VP of Education & Training, Careers In Nonprofits Inc., Chicago, IL

VP of Education & Training

Posted on: August 13, 2014
Posted by: Careers In Nonprofits, Inc.
Job location: South Suburbs, IL
Employment type: Full-time, permanent
Salary range: 100,000-125,000

Job Summary 

CAREERS IN NONPROFITS INC. is a full-service staffing firm that works exclusively with the nonprofit sector. We are currently in search of a Sr. VP of Education & Training for an Association.

The Sr. VP of Education & Training will oversee the recruiting, training, supervision of the Education & Training department. S/He will be responsible for the strategic vision and development of the department, and will also oversee the execution of conferences, seminars, and other programs. This position reports to the Executive Vice President.

Position Responsibilities 

• Successfully implement strategic plan and contribute to the overall goals of the organization
• Manage, develop, and evaluate the performance of a team of approximately 10-15 staff
• Strengthen the brand of the Association through Programs and Education
• Manage the budget of the department
• Advance the Online Campus program by implementing quality content to create a successful and pleasing experience for users
• Streamline all Training and Education programs in a cost effective manner.
• Deliver written and oral presentations to the department to provide counseling as needed by staff
• Strategically manage the growth of the Education and Training program by increasing profit margins and reducing expenses
• Use best business practice to develop a successful revenue generating technical curriculum
• Create and evaluate all reports and data for training and education programs
• Manage both external and internal relations and collaboration for the department 

 

Essential Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required, MBA or related degree preferred
• 7-10 years of business leadership experience required
• 4-5 years of experience in an education and training department required
• Exceptional knowledge and experience in digital and online development
• Successful background implementing best business practices
• Proven leadership experience and ability to manage staff at various levels
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience developing and monitoring budgets
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to create and manage cohesive teams
• Experience working in Learning Management Systems
• Ability to travel nationally; some international travel may be required 

How to Apply

If you or a friend may be interested in pursuing this opportunity please submit a resume to sdeamer@cnpstaffing.com with "VP of Education" in the subject line.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regretfully can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements of a specific position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our client base. Please rest assured that we retain all candidate information for possible future matches, even if you do not hear from us in regard to your application in response to this ad.

For more information about us and our other available opportunities, please visit our web site at www.careersinnonprofits.com. While you're there, "Register as a Candidate" today. You can also get all of our job announcements and job search tips by liking us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/CareersInNonprofits) or following us on LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/company/careers-in-nonprofits). 

Program Officer - Learning, Evaluation & Impact, Global Fund for Women, San Francisco, CA

Program Officer - Learning, Evaluation & Impact

Posted on: September 26, 2013
Posted by: Global Fund for Women

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND

The Global Fund for Women is an international grant making foundation that supports groups working to advance the human rights of women and girls. We work in partnership with groups addressing issues that include but are not limited to: Building Peace & Ending Gender-Based Violence; Advancing Health and Sexual & Reproductive Rights; Expanding Civic & Political Participation; Ensuring Economic & Environmental Justice; Increasing Access to Education; and Fostering Social Change Philanthropy. Since 1988, the Global Fund has granted over $100 million to more than 4,400 women's groups in 174 countries.

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Officer, Learning, Evaluation, & Impact works closely with the Director of Learning, Evaluation, & Impact to advance the Global Fund for Women's (GFW) understanding of its impact, to promote ongoing learning and response, and to support efforts to communicate results externally. This position supports the development and implementation of an organization-wide learning, evaluation, and impact framework for the Global Fund including designing data collection plans and tools, analyzing and producing findings, assisting grantee partners to strengthen their evaluation capacity and sharing findings with Global Fund staff, grantees, advisors and other key audiences. The Program Officer, Learning, Evaluation, & Impact also assists in designing and implementing evaluations of specific portfolios of grantees and participates in cross-team projects to provide research and evaluation support.

LOCATION

This position will be located in either San Francisco or New York City. Candidates must be eligible to work legally in the US and willing to relocate.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Development and implementation of an organization-wide LEI framework

• Assist in developing and implementing an LEI framework for the Global Fund for Women that includes detailed theories of change for the key program focus areas, priority learning and evaluation questions, indicators for progress and outcomes and data collection plans and tools
• Work with Program, Grants Operation, and Information Management teams to refine application and reporting forms and processes
• Compile and analyze quantitative and qualitative data from various sources
• Prepare reports for internal and external audiences, including using data visualization to illustrate findings
• Provide support to grantees in their efforts to evaluate their work

Evaluations of specific portfolios

• Assist in the design and implementation of evaluation plans for specific portfolios of grantees. This including portfolios focusing on women's economic and political empowerment, sexual and reproductive health and rights, ending gender based violence and women's and girls' leadership development, among others.
• Coordinate with Program and Grants Operations staff to conduct non-standard data collection from grantees, including mid-term reporting, surveys, site visits, etc.
• Compile and analyze data, and prepare reports for specific portfolios and other major grants, on request
• Participate in grantee partner and advisor convenings as required

Research & Cross-Team Collaboration

• Support research and writing of progress and impact reports
• Coordinate with, and provide, in-house research and data analysis support to external evaluation consultants
• Organize learning meetings to share findings with GFW staff, grantees, advisors, and other key audiences
• Provide evaluation support to Program staff, as well as other teams, as appropriate
• Assist in preparation of briefing papers, presentation in conferences, workshops and/or webinars on evaluation and learning related topics

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required

• Demonstrated knowledge of evaluation/research design and methodology
• Experience in designing evaluation plans and systems with not-for-profit organizations and foundations, including developing theories of change or logic models
• Proven skills in developing quantitative and qualitative research tools for data collection
• Proven skills in data collection, including administering surveys, conducting and documenting interviews and focus groups
• Proven skills in analyzing quantitative (via SPSS) and qualitative data, and writing evaluation reports and final products
• Excellent skills in using data visualization to present research findings
• Knowledge of, and experience with, databases
• Experience in facilitating use of data to inform decision-making
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Gender awareness and sensibility
• Ability to use technology effectively
• Ability to take initiative
• Ability to establish strong, collaborative interpersonal relationships with colleagues at all levels
• Excellent mediation and conflict resolution skills

Preferred

• Knowledge of not-for-profit operations and capacity building
• Knowledge of development issues with emphasis on rights, partnership, participation, and sustainability
• Knowledge of social justice movements
• Spanish, Arabic and/or French language skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree, in a discipline that includes an emphasis on research analysis and methodology
• Minimum of three years' experience in evaluation or applied research capacity
• Experience working with, or within, a feminist organization or knowledge of key values and approaches guiding the work of a feminist organization

START DATE AND COMPENSATION

The projected start date for this position will be October/November. This position can be located in San Francisco or New York. Candidates must be eligible to work legally in the US and willing to relocate. The Program Officer, Learning, Evaluation, & Impact is a full time, exempt position. Salary will be commensurate with experience. The Global Fund for Women offers 100% employer paid premium health benefits, an excellent paid leave package, a generous retirement plan, a professional development stipend, and other benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications and all supporting documents will be received until position is filled. To submit your application materials, please visit our website: http://www.globalfundforwomen.org/who-we-are/job-opportunities. All pages of the application should be typed and should include the following:

• Cover letter, with the applicant's current contact information
• Resume, including references with contact information

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! Please note: due to the volume of applications we receive, we will not process incomplete applications.
The Global Fund for Women is committed to working globally and addressing inequities. In line with this global lens, it is our policy to actively seek a diverse pool of candidates, from a variety of backgrounds, who are committed to the mission and vision of the Global Fund.

Research Consultant, TIES Advisory, Vancouver

Research Consultant

Posted on: April 18, 2013
Application deadline: April 26, 2013
Posted by: TIES Advisory

THE ORGANIZATION

TIES Advisory is a new and innovative company that provides services in research analysis, policy/program development and evaluation, and community development. We work with diverse clients in government, non-profit and business sectors. We specialize in the areas of women and gender, seniors, and First Nations. In collaboration with our clients, we develop creative solutions to make the world a better place.

THE ROLE

TIES Advisory is looking for consultants to conduct research for one of two research projects: women/gender and seniors. 

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

-Post-secondary university degree or diploma in social sciences, health, law, or related discipline and 3 years related experience; or 
-Masters' degree in social sciences, health, law, or related discipline and 1-2 years related experience; or
-Other equivalent combination of experience and education.
-Experience in conducting complex social research, preferably but not limited to research focusing on women or seniors
-Experience in one or more of the following areas: focus group studies, participatory evaluations, gender audits, program evaluations or feasibility studies
-Experience working with non-profits and community-based organisations
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills
-Ability to work well independently and in team settings

HOW TO APPLY 

Please email a cover letter and resume outlining your experience and education by 4pm on April 26, 2013 to careers@tiesadvisory.com. Please specify in the cover letter if you are applying for the gender stream of research or the seniors stream of research. Please indicate your salary (rate per hour) expectations in your cover letter. Thank you. 

We will contact only those applicants deemed suitable for an interview.