Colorado Nonprofit Association

Chief Financial and Administrative Officer

The Center for Improving Value in Health Care (CIVHC) seeks a dynamic, distinguished executive to serve as its inaugural Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO). This is a unique leadership opportunity to improve health and health care for all Coloradans.

Based in Denver, Colorado, CIVHC is a growing nonprofit that works extensively with the State of Colorado and other partners nationwide. Their mission is to equip partners and communities in Colorado and nationwide with the resources, services and unbiased data needed to improve health and health care. They work to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to be healthy and has access to equitable, affordable, high-quality health care. As the administrator of the Colorado All Payer Claims Database (APCD), CIVHC is part of a small but expanding industry using comprehensive claims data to derive insights and support improvements in the health care system.

All-Payer Payer Claims Databases (APCDs) exist to collect and analyze healthcare claims data from multiple sources, including commercial health insurers, Medicare, and Medicaid. APCDs aim to provide a comprehensive
view of health care utilization and spending in a given geographic area or state, allowing policymakers, researchers, and others to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities to improve care and reduce costs. The data collected can also be used to support efforts to monitor and address health disparities, improve quality of care, and promote transparency and accountability in the healthcare system.

The Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO) will work directly with the CEO and will be responsible for developing and implementing the organization’s financial strategy and overseeing CIVHC’s administrative
processes. The CFAO will work closely with the CEO to execute the organization’s strategic plan with an eye toward long-term sustainability and collaborate with staff and other partners to build a supportive and inclusive
organizational culture. The CFAO will have high-level oversight of, and overall responsibility for finance, client services and state contracts, communications and marketing, as well as internal business operations, including human resources and information technology.

The ideal candidate should have 10 years of experience in a similar role or a master’s degree in finance or accounting. They must have a minimum of ten years of progressive financial senior management experience, knowledge of contract/grant budgeting/reporting procedures and requirements, experience in building and leading high-performing teams, and a partnership mentality.

Executive Director

ABOUT NEWBORN HOPE
NBH is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports families impacted by prematurity through education, advocacy and support programs that seek to improve outcomes for premature infants. NBH is looking for a dynamic, mission-driven leader to take us to the next phase of our strategic plan. We support a collaborative work environment to build networks and partnerships to better serve the Colorado community. The Board of Directors encourages and supports community involvement and personal growth.

For more information about Newborn Hope, our mission and programs: www.newbornhope.org

POSITION SUMMARY
The Executive Director is responsible for leadership and management of all daily operations of Newborn Hope and delivering the mission of the organization. The position reports to the Board of Directors and works closely with the Executive Committee. The Executive Director is additionally responsible for strategically growing the organization’s impact, programs and funding.

The Executive Director position for Newborn Hope is part-time, 30 hours per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES TASKS & DUTIES
The major responsibilities of this include, but are not limited to:
• Act as the primary spokesperson for the organization; establish and maintain ongoing effective communication with all stakeholders.
• Provide motivation leadership for the Board of Directors and staff.
• Ensure all activities and communications are implemented within established policies, guidelines, state and federal laws at the highest of ethical standards.
• Development and execution of an annual budget.
• Create and manage annual marketing and development fundraising plans that will increase the overall awareness and funding resources of the organization in the community.
• Provide leadership and collaboration with community partners in program development to increase scope and impact of the Preemie Family Assistance Fund, NICU Consortium Partnership, and organization’s grassroots initiatives.
• Monitor contracts, memorandums, and agreements with partner organizations and vendors.
• Develop data driven metrics and surveys to evaluate programs and special events, as determined by the Board of Directors.
• Collaborate with and support NBH VP of Finance / Development Associate as needed when producing financial reports.

•Carry out duties as directed by the Board of Directors.

COMPETENCIES
Operational and Organization Leadership:
• Manage the daily responsibilities of the organization.
• Monitor goals and outcomes as set by the strategic plan and report to the Board as to the progress.
• Ability to think creatively, making informed and educated decisions, sometimes critical in nature.

Fund Development and Financial Oversight:
• Strategize to stabilize and increase funding base.
• Lead a multi-layered approach to resource development.
• Activate the Board of Directors and volunteers in the development of community relationships for both program partners and prospective donors.
• Seek, secure and manage grant opportunities.
• Manage donor recognition and acknowledgment.
• Adhere to established policies and procedures, bylaws, guidelines, laws, and ethical standards.
• Manage special events, including sponsorship solicitation and renewals, logistics, live and silent auction, and acknowledgment records.
• Ability to work in a professional manner with a high degree of confidentiality.

Programs:
• Work with the Preemie Family Assistance Fund (PFAF) Committee to review grant applications monthly and process the grant awards.
• Coordinate quarterly webinars with the Leadership Committee of the NICU Consortium Partnership to bring valuable content to the membership and community.
• Organize and implement program communications for the NICU Consortium Partnership including constant contact, event registration, and speaker topics/presentations.
• Coordinate with volunteers to disseminate NBH Scent Hearts and Resting Gowns as part of grassroots initiatives.
• Collaborate with community partners and build new partnerships to effectively provide the needed programming for the community and assess existing programs.

Communications:
• Maintain active involvement in the community, including the greater nonprofit community to enhance visibility and present of NBH.
• Effectively communicate the vision and strategy of the organization, and build rapport with various audiences.
• Ability to write persuasive communications to build a strong case statement for NBH and its programs and services.
• Ability to create marketing forms and letters for donor acquisition, and create sponsorship packets and marketing materials.
• Write content for website, social media, press releases, agency brochures, etc. and maintain relevance of the website and its program pages.
• Work with volunteer graphic designer to create invitations, event logos, banners, and website design that is consistent with organization brand.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Open-minded and inclusive

• Strategic
• Engaging and charismatic
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent communicator
• Creative
• Good listener and relationship-builder
• Approachable
• Accountable

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
• Four-year degree in business, nonprofit, or related field.
• Three to five years related work experience in the nonprofit sector with a demonstrated track record in fundraising, grant writing, strategic management, as well as experience leading and managing people, projects, and/or programs.
• Or, an equal combination of education and work experience.
• Proficient in MS Office programs
• Ability to work from home with required computer, printer, and adequate work space.
• Flexible to talk and work with board members / volunteers at times when conducive with their schedules in order to adhere to project timelines.

Human Resource Manager

 Job Title: Manager of Human Resources  

Department: Human Resources 

Reports To: Executive Director 

Location: 1550 Dover Street, Lakewood, Colorado 80214 

Hours: Monday- Friday 8am-4:30pm, some weekends 

FLSA Status: Exempt 

Salary: $50,000-$63,000
per year based on experience 

Schedule: 40
hours per week at a minimum 

Updated: April
19, 2023 

SUMMARY  

An HR Manager must be an experienced professional with
knowledge of matters concerning HR departments. The goal is to ensure that all HR
needs of the company are being met and are aligned will all business objectives,
working with a factional HR consultant when necessary. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:  

· Identifies legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources
functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting compliance. 

· Assists department directors to fill vacant positions. 

· Keeps records of benefits plans participation such as insurance and pension plan, personnel
transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, and
terminations, and employee statistics for government reporting. 

· Advises management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues. 

· Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs. 

· Administers performance review program to ensure effectiveness, compliance, and equity
within organization. 

· Administers salary administration program to ensure compliance and equity within
organization. 

· Administers benefits programs such as life, health, dental, and disability insurances,
pension plans, vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and employee assistance. 

· Helps prepare budget for human resources. 

· Responds to employee complaints and concerns. 

· Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews to
determine reasons behind separation. 

· Represents organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations. 

· Reviews or directs review of personnel records to determine names, rates of pay, and occupations
of newly hired workers, and changes in wage rates and occupations of employees
on payroll. 

· Direct preparation of government reports. 

· Interprets company policies and government regulations affecting payroll procedures. 

· Ensure filings of 5500’s, 1095 forms yearly. 

· Must be discreet when handling sensitive information.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES  

This position supervises the Human Resource
department. 

QUALIFICATIONS  

· Proven experience as HR Manager 

· Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), grammar, and reasoning skills 

· Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information without breach 

· Strong knowledge of human resource management principles and best practices 

· Knowledge of data analysis and reporting 

· Diligent and firm with high ethical standards 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE  

BSc/BA in human resources, business administration or
relevant field; MSc/MA in human resources will be a plus or equivalent years of
experience in a non-profit setting. SHRM
certification is a plus. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

Ability
to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance
instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS  

Ability
to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions,
proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra
and geometry. 

REASONING ABILITY  

Ability
to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in
situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a
variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS  

· Validdriver’s license, proof of motor vehicle insurance. Must be able to be insured by Bayaud’s motor
vehicle insurance carrier. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit
and use hands. The employee frequently
is required to talk or hear; the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk,
reach with hands and arms, kneel. The
employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities by this job
include: close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The
work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. 

The
noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. 

· Travel: Minimal 

ALTERNATIVE WORK PLAN 

This
position is eligible for an “Alternative Work Plan”. Some duties and responsibilities may be
conducted outside of the office setting. 

Bayaud
Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are
committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our goal is
to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the
people we serve.   

CEO

Position Overview

The NSCD CEO is a demonstrated visionary; a strategic leader with the highest levels of integrity and authenticity, who is passionate about and committed to the NSCD mission. The CEO is an inclusive leader, respectful and engaged with a collaborative management style and a proactive focus on results and opportunities.

The CEO is responsible for the long-term success of the Agency. The CEO serves as head fundraiser for the non-profit 501(c)(3), and oversees the execution of day-to-day operations and the Agency’s consistent achievement of mission and financial objectives. The CEO is accountable to the NSCD Board of Trustees (“Board”) for strategic planning, settingand achieving performance targets, financial and operations management including service delivery, fundraising/revenue, and expense management, and employee performance.

Job Duties

The job duties of this position are performed personally, in cooperation with the Board of Trustees, and/or in coordination with other staff. Additional work functions and duties may be assigned.

Leadership, Strategic Planning, Consensus Building

• Provide leadership in the development and expansion of the overall Agency.

• Be a key strategic thinker in assuring the Agency has long-range strategies which will enable the NSCD to achieve its mission and goals. Develop short- and long-term strategic plans in close collaboration with the Board of Trustees and leadership team.

• Monitor progress toward achievement of strategic plans and operational goals, and make adjustments as necessary.

• Build an environment of consensus and collaboration.

• Inspire and lead the NSCD leadership team and staff, creating a culture of accessibility, boldness, fun, inclusivity, innovation, and passion.

Workforce Management & Operational Excellence

• Assure that annual operating plans and policies are implemented and oversee the execution of the Agency’s day-to-day operations.

• Ensure consistent, responsive, and safe delivery of high-quality programs, services, and measurement of performance outcomes.

• Manage and supervise the Operations & Communications Director, Program Director, Development Director, Competition Center Director, and Finance/HR Director.

• Assure staff development and education and facilitate a team approach to organizational development.

• Maintain a mission driven culture which attracts, keeps, and motivates a diverse staff of high-quality individuals.

• Assure that sound human resource practices are maintained.

Fundraising, Donor Stewardship and Revenue Generation

• With development staff, develop an annual fundraising plan.

• Lead donor stewardship initiatives.

• Identify and cultivate new funding sources including foundations, individuals, and corporations to develop and grow financial support to the organization.

External Relationships & Partnerships/Local & National Visibility

• Act as the main Agency spokesperson in the community and media.

• Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships and cooperative partnerships with key organizations, community leaders, participants and their families, and volunteers.

• Ensure strong visibility for the NSCD locally and nationally. Increase community awareness, participation, and commitment.

• Maintain leadership role in the adaptive recreation field both locally and nationally.

Financial Management & Compliance

• Work with the staff in preparing the Agency’s annual operational budget and see that the Agency operates within budget guidelines.

• Maintain excellent financial practices and assure Agency compliance with all contracts, grant agreements, and regulatory standards.

• Assure timely report to the Board of Trustees and funders.

Board of Trustees

• Provide leadership and support to the Board, its trustees, and committees to facilitate excellent governance.

• Prepare and present regular reports to the Board to keep them informed of the Agency’s plans, challenges, and opportunities.

Professional Performance

• Adhere to all Personnel Policies and Procedures for the Agency.

• Maintain professional standards of performance, demeanor, and appearance at all times; act as a role model both at and away from the Agency.

• Maintain a creative, team-building approach to job performance and seek to bring a constructive, problem-solving orientation to all tasks.

• Promote a positive culture of trust, collaboration, and respect for others.

• Perform all tasks and responsibilities with attention to detail and in a complete and timely manner, complying with agency policies and standards and conforming to the scheduling requirements of the job and program.

• Maintain an awareness of the Agency’s mission and work to promote the positive individual and social change goals it embodies.

• Exercise discretion and professional judgment at all times keeping with the responsibilities carried personally and by the Agency for the care and welfare of the clients; act with honesty and integrity in all aspects of Agency business.

• Actively strive to upgrade professional skills through engaging in appropriate professional training and experience.

• Actively strive to create and maintain a culturally sensitive and appropriate environment through communication and interaction that demonstrates respect for diversity.

Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

Strategy Development

• Ability to implement organization vision, mission, values, and strategic plan.

• Experience in working with, training, and motivating a Board of Trustees to achieve significant fundraising results in support of the organization’s strategy.

• Strategic thinker who communicates professionally and effectively with diverse staff, volunteers, donors, prospects, and community stakeholders.

Fundraising

• At least seven years of executive level experience in fundraising including a substantial track record of cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major donors; campaign experience in capital or comprehensive campaigns, and working knowledge of planned giving.

• Experience in leading fundraising function and enhancing effectiveness and results.

• Proven experience in building relationships with individuals, foundation, and corporate donors.

Leadership/Management

• Passion for adaptive outdoor recreation and sports.

• Ability to develop effective working relationships with, and inspire the trust of, staff and various internal and external constituents, including donors.

• Excellent leadership skills: ability to motivate and lead through collaboration and cooperation.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills along with a strong track record of personal and professional integrity and accomplishments.

Requirements

• Given the purpose and participant base of the NSCD, firsthand experience with, or caregiving for a person with, a disability is strongly preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; advanced degree preferred.

• At least seven years of experience in executive level leadership, team building, budget management, strategic planning, and working with a Board of Trustees.

• Must be computer proficient and possess experience of Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software systems.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks, and to assess and change priorities based upon organizational needs.

• Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy, initiative, and exercise personal judgment in a fast-paced environment

• Superior skills to organize, plan, and execute the full scope of required programs.

• Candidates must possess a Colorado driver’s license, meet background check criteria and criteria regarding clearance to drive NSCD vehicles.

Work Schedule

This is an office-based position, Monday – Friday from 8am-5pm with some opportunity to work remotely part of the time. Weekend or evening hours may be required based on organizational needs. A presence is needed in both Denver and Winter Park Offices. Incumbent will be expected to go between offices as needed.

Salary

The base salary range for this position is $145,000 – $160,000, plus performance-based variable pay. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, and performance. The range listed is just one component of NSCD’s total compensation package for employees.

NSCD provides a comprehensive benefits plan including employer sponsored medical and dental benefits, employer paid life insurance and disability benefits, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays and employees may participate in the 403b retirement plan. Benefit eligibility varies depending on your employment status and the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work.

Physical Requirements:

• Dexterity, auditory and visual acuity to operate computers and phones or mobile devices.

• Auditory and visual acuity to interact with guests, sponsors, donors and clients on a daily basis.

• Able to work for long periods of time without break during the conduct of presentations, meetings and events.

• Able to lift 25 lbs. with minimal assistance.

• Able to work outside year-round in varying conditions.

Executive Leadership

THE POSITION

Our interim ED has led the organization since January 2022. These have been exciting
and challenging times, including living through and emerging from the pandemic,
moving to a hybrid and in-person way of meeting and communicating, growing our
network through the addition of our ninth member group — North Dakota Native Vote —
as well as a new organizing project in Nebraska, shifting priorities among our members,
a number of board and staff changes, and internal discussions about ways to fulfill our
intentions for a comprehensive DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) process at all levels of
the organization and network. In other words, this is a time of growth, challenge, and
opportunity at WORC.

You will play a key role in navigating this terrain and will lead the organization and
network in building strong relationships rooted in our core strategies, aligned values,
and a shared vision for continuing to build grassroots power across WORC’s region.
Working with network member groups, our Executive Director(s) will help create and
execute a collective vision for our work and provide motivation and support to our staff
team in service of those goals. The Executive Director(s) will partner with the WORC
board, which sets the organizational direction, priorities, and budget, and lead the
WORC staff team to carry out the organization’s campaign, program, and fundraising
work.

Leadership, Strategy, and Values

• Grounded in aligned values and vision, build trusting and mutually beneficial
  relationships with the WORC staff and board, as well as with the leaders and
  the staff of our member organizations and allies.
• Maintain and strengthen information and feedback loops between WORC staff,
  board, and member organizations, grounded in communication practices that
  honor respect, transparency, and efficiency.
• Bring big-picture thinking and community organizing values to a strategic
  planning process that may include updating our mission, vision, values, core
  priorities, and key strategies as well as creating a roadmap for fulfilling our
  strategic goals over the next several years.
• Honor and promote the role of member-leaders as spokespersons for the
  organization and also serve as a visible leader and voice for WORC when
  appropriate and strategic within the network, with funders and supporters, and in
  broader coalitions and movements.
• Bring strong skills in the area of facilitation and consensus building to help
  identify points of common interest and collective benefit within the network as it
  grows in numbers and diversity.
• Model a commitment to shared leadership within WORC and throughout the
  network, stressing transparency, openness to others’ ideas, and mutual problem-solving and accountability.

Staff Management and Organizational Wellbeing

• Work with WORC staff managers to ensure strong, transparent, and equitable
  systems for staff hiring, training and development, supervision and evaluation,
  and ongoing communication.
•  Model and strengthen a values-driven, collaborative organizational and network
  culture where staff and members are valued for their contributions and supported
  in their development and well-being.
• Directly supervise, support, and regularly convene five senior managers to
  ensure a healthy organization and healthy team culture.
• Work with staff and board to set clear goals and objectives and ensure sufficient
  organizational resources and support to achieve outcomes.
• Ensure development of and compliance with internal policies.
•  Maintain and enforce a healthy work-life balance for self and staff, including
  reasonable work plans and a sustainable workload.
• Oversee a comprehensive organizational/network assessment process in order
  to clarify roles, revisit our staff structure, strengthen our internal culture, build
  greater cohesiveness across our complex ecosystem, and address other areas
  that will increase our overall impact and sustainability.

Board and Governance

• Report to and partner with the WORC (501(c)(4)) and WORCEP (501(c)(3))
  member-led boards and board committees to ensure strong governance,
  policies, and fiscal health.
• Cultivate the development of strong board committees equipped with good
  information and understanding, a shared analysis, and a strong sense of
  ownership.
• Bring policy recommendations to the board and actively engage the board in
  strategic decisions.
• Provide information to the board and assist with planning and facilitating
  meetings in a manner that encourages participation, discussion, questions, and
  decision-making.

Fundraising, Budgeting, and Financial Management

• Ensure that the organization is fiscally sound and financially healthy.
• Oversee the fundraising strategy and annual fundraising plans in conjunction with
  WORC development staff to ensure sustainable and values-aligned funding
  necessary to carry out our program of work.
• Serve as a visionary and inspiring voice to sustain and increase overall financial
  support for WORC, our member organizations, and our movement at large.
  Cultivate and steward relationships with funders and individual and institutional
  donors and coordinate pass-through funding to WORC’s member groups.
• Oversee the annual budgeting process to ensure that financial resources are
  utilized effectively and appropriately to advance WORC’s mission, strategies, and
  priorities, including budget development, approval by the WORC board, and
  monitoring and reporting throughout the year.

QUALIFICATIONS

We seek candidates who value the power of grassroots community organizing, embrace
our mission and guiding principles, and bring substantial experience in key areas.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience building long-term, grassroots power through member-led community
  organizing. Cares deeply about the issues of the member groups and is willing to
  fight for them.
• Substantial experience leading a mid-size organization, including in the areas of
  staff supervision and development — including hiring, firing, delegation,
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  accountability, and evaluations, foundation and grassroots fundraising and
  financial management, and strategic direction.
• Ability to develop strong, open working relationships with staff, member-leaders,
  and others, work through and resolve conflict, build trust, and bring people
  together.
• Ability to think strategically, including working at the individual, team,
  organizational/network, and ally/movement levels to set and prioritize goals.
• Dedication to and demonstrated skill in advancing justice and equity within
  organizations (ideally coalitions or networks), including planning and
  implementing inclusive processes to develop shared vision, values, and priorities
  that address the challenges and opportunities we face as a multiracial/multiethnic
  community.
• High degree of cultural awareness and emotional intelligence; the ability to
  effectively navigate and challenge white supremacy, sexism, classism, and other
  systems of oppression, and to cultivate accountability and leadership within our
  network.
• Experience working with and cultivating a deeply engaged board of directors,
  including supporting leadership development and facilitating transparent,
  informed, shared decision-making.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly
  communicate vision, values, goals, and strategies for various audiences.

Desired Qualifications:

• Lived, professional or other experience in the states where our members work
  and/or rural communities in other parts of the United States.
• Experience leading, managing, and developing complex networks, coalitions, or
  collaboratives of autonomous organizations.
• Experience working with Native American communities.
• Knowledge of and relationships with key foundations and major donors.
• Knowledge of and relationships with other environmental and other social justice
  organizations, coalitions, and movements.
• Spanish language speaking skills.
• Experience with shared leadership.
• Experience with public policy at the state, local, national, and tribal levels,
  preferably in the WORC region.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Center for Work Education and Employment CEO Position Guide
 

Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Reports To: Board of Directors
Location: Denver, Colorado

Mission

CWEE fosters personal and professional transformation for low-income families through confidence building, customized skills training, and career advancement.

What is the Center for Work Education and Employment?

Founded in 1982, the Center for Work Education and Employment (CWEE) is one of Denver’s leading workforce and anti-poverty organizations. CWEE provides personal and professional support to address each career seeker’s unique challenges and to facilitate a supportive path to long-term employment success. CWEE’s mission is to foster personal and professional transformation for low-income families through confidence building, customized skills training, and career advancement. CWEE believes that regardless of personal situations and other barriers to employment, when an appropriate level of education and support is provided, individuals can and will succeed.

The values that drive CWEE’s mission of helping individuals succeed also drive CWEE’s approach to organizational management and employee development, which is informed by a motivation-driven coaching model. CWEE embraces a culture of organizational learning and continuous quality improvement while centering trauma-informed care and wellness at all levels of the organization.

CWEE serves a large and diverse group of low-income families, most of whom receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and are referred to CWEE by the county offices that administer public assistance programs. CWEE provides digital skills training, job readiness and employment support that is personalized to the needs of each career seeker. CWEE works with participants to overcome the barriers they face to succeed at work, including supporting people to complete their high school equivalency, gain professional skills, and access resources such as transportation, childcare, mental health counseling and much more.

The Opportunity

The CEO, guided by CWEE’s mission, provides strategic direction and leadership, ensures financial sustainability via contract management and philanthropy, and supports the Board of Directors in fulfilling their governance functions. This role provides organizational oversight for a growing nonprofit organization with a $5 million annual budget and 40+ employees. Leading an executive management team and working closely with the Board of Directors, the CEO articulates and embodies the mission of the organization and defines and adapts the strategy so that CWEE can continue to guide career seekers toward a fulfilling career and stable economic future.

Candidate Profile

The CEO is accountable to the Board of Directors and reports to the Board of Directors Chair. This role oversees the Executive Management Team, the Development Team and various contractors, including an accountant and grant writing firm.

CWEE is seeking an experienced leader with strong business acumen, high emotional intelligence and a desire to lead a learning organization committed to informed decision making that engages structured input from across a variety of CWEE stakeholders.

Key Skills and Attributes:

Executive Leadership
Provide strategic and visionary leadership to support the Board, staff, participants, volunteers, donors, stakeholders, and other constituents in fostering
personal and professional transformation for low-income families. Provide consistent, meaningful executive presence at all levels of the organization. Lead,
manage and communicate activities to implement strategic and annual plans in a manner that is inclusive and empowering. Initiate a planning process
designed to codify CWEE’s emerging hybrid program model.

Organizational Management
Champion CWEE’s culture as a learning organization grounded in the principles of institutional wellness and the practice of motivation driven coaching.
Oversee, evaluate and make modifications to an evolving model of hybrid program service delivery. Ensure that program structure, service delivery methods
and staff development efforts are continually updated and guided by evolving best practice. Drive robust performance monitoring and reporting systems to
inform service delivery and contract compliance. Develop a dashboard to be utilized across the organization to regularly monitor key performance indicators.

Financial and Contract Management
Run a fiscally strong organization, ensuring resources are well-managed and efficiently deployed. Work closely with and supervise the accountant, leading
annual budget process and regular budget updates to the Board of Directors and other key stakeholders. Serve as the main point of contact for government
contracts and manage annual contract negotiations. Oversee the work of the grants contractor, including reviewing and contributing to grant proposals and
assisting regularly in grant reporting. Identify and secure funding opportunities that are aligned with program goals.

Board Governance
Understand nonprofit governance and support the Board’s development and growth. Maintain regular and ongoing communication to build strong
relationships with all board members, providing leadership to individuals and committees. Guide meetings, planning and project timelines, ensuring
organizational progress. Understand motivation of Board members and seek opportunities to connect the Board to the mission through volunteering and
engagement with CWEE staff and participants.

Fundraising and Relationship Development
Drives fundraising efforts in collaboration with the Development Team, leverages the Board of Directors and key partners. Builds effective and lasting
relationships that translate into successful collaborations, impactful partnerships and fundraising results. Understands the dynamics of public/private
partnerships and skilled at influencing policy with implications for CWEE services.

Qualifications

This individual will demonstrate a career path of progressive leadership which includes some experience with the nonprofit sector and a background that includes strategic thinking and planning.This individual will bring a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willingness to engage and empower staff. The successful candidate is skilled at leading effectively within a fluid and dynamic environment and brings experience building durable relationships with partners, policymakers, donors, stakeholders and other constituencies. Experience working with active governing boards that are responsible for setting policies and working collaboratively with senior leadership is important.

Details

Position Status: Full-time, Exempt
Hiring Range: $170,000 – $190,000/annually
Work Environment: This is an onsite position in Denver, Colorado
Benefits: Full benefits including three weeks of vacation, every other Friday off, paid health days, paid family and medical leave, retirement match, health, dental and vision insurance, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability benefits, comprehensive parenting benefits through Maven and a CWEE-issued laptop

How to apply

Send cover letter and resume to careers@cwee.org. Please indicate ‘Chief Executive Officer’ in the subject line no later than Monday, June 5th at 8:00am. Materials will be reviewed and interviews scheduled as qualified applications are received.

CWEE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all qualified applicants. Applicants of any and all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

Director of Programs

Reports to: President/CEO

Direct Reports: Program Managers for Adult Education, Navigation Programs, and Youth and Early Childhood Programs

Location: Hybrid position working out of Spring Institute’s main office, home, and supporting and visiting program locations in the Denver Metro Area
as needed

Status: Full-time, exempt, salaried position

Salary Range: $76,000 – $86,000

Organization: Founded in 1979, Spring Institute for Intercultural Learning is a nationally recognized provider of effective intercultural learning programs and
services. Spring Institute runs a number of programs and services to support Colorado’s immigrant and refugee community and to fulfill its mission of empowering people and organizations to succeed across languages and cultures.

Role: The Director of Programs ensures funding for and overall management of Spring Institute’s grant-funded
programs including Adult Education, Navigation Programs, and Youth and Early Childhood Programs. The Director of Programs is a member of the
Executive Management Team, together with the President/CEO and COO, and participates in discussions and decisions on issues of organizational management and overall organizational health. The Director of Programs serves as liaison between Spring Institute and supporting or partnering agencies, both in current and prospective collaborations.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Fundraising for Program Sustainability and Growth (50%)

• Lead Program Managers in identifying and responding to new funding opportunities; lead grant research,
  grant writing, and fundraising efforts for programs.
• Oversee quality and timeliness of program proposal submissions.
• Ensure funding compliance, including program evaluation and quality and timeliness of narrative report submissions.
• Communicate regularly with donors and program partners.
• Participate in educational conferences and professional development training.
• Represent Spring Institute at conferences and events convened by Spring Institute, its partners, and
  donors.

Program Manager Supervision and Development (35%)

• Recruit and supervise program managers. Orient and mentor staff, lead staff meetings and orientations, observe program activities, oversee performance evaluations.
• Work with Program Managers to implement necessary changes to programs and to develop new programmatic concepts.
• Work with Program Managers to evaluate market competitiveness and invest in marketing and/or professional development as needed.

Executive Management (15%)

• Work with President/CEO and COO to ensure overall organizational health and growth.
• Participate in decision making on organizational staffing levels and fundraising efforts, including annual event and spring fundraiser.
• Attend quarterly board meetings and represent Spring Institute’s program accomplishments to the Board of Directors.
• § Participate in relevant Board of Director’s Committees, including Fundraising and Marketing and Policy Advocacy Committees.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in international affairs, social work or related field. Candidates with equivalent degree/certificate and experience will be considered.
• A minimum of 5 years of similar or related work experience in nonprofit fundraising and program management at a senior or director-level position.
• Excellent fundraising and donor relations skills
• Excellent staff supervision and management skills
• Knowledge of immigration and refugee integration needs and supports
• Strong written and verbal representational skills
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, develop solutions, implement and access impact
• Excellent organizational and problem solving skills; ability to think strategically to achieve goals
• Ability to travel within Denver Metro area

Desired Education and Experience

• Speaking knowledge of a foreign language(s)
• Training in intercultural communications
• Experience working with refugee communities

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job.

Spring Institute for Intercultural Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Director of Fundraising and Adminstration

Job Summary:

Colorado Civic Engagement Roundtable (CCER) seeks a Director of Development and Administration to direct CCER’s operations to make sure we achieve our goals effectively and efficiently. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, problem-solver, with ability to work independently and take initiative to get the job done. The Director of Development and Administration will work side-by-side with the Executive Director by having a hands-on role in managing and directing fund raising and the internal systems of the organization to help create a cohesive, engaged, and inclusive work culture. Over time, the role will transform as the organization transforms. The ideal candidate thrives in a supportive work environment and works well within a team-based culture.

As an organization working to build a movement of civic engagement in Colorado, CCER’s mission is to act as a national model for grassroots civic engagement where every individual has what they need to thrive and actively participate in our democracy. CCER’s vision is to create a culture of collaboration by increasing the capacity of Network Partners to advance a power building movement grounded in equity and social justice.

Job Responsibilities:

The Director of Development and Administration reports to the Executive Director and is responsible for the following:

Executive Leadership

• Be a thought partner to the executive director on key organizational and strategic decisions
• Proactively spot areas where systems and practices can be strengthened across the team by devising, implementing, and troubleshooting strategic solutions
• Work with the executive director to ensure a positive organizational and work culture
• Ensure that CCER is running a tight ship, meeting all legal requirements, operating in a fiscally responsible way, and maintaining complete records and reporting
• Work with the executive director to continuously examine what is working and what needs to improve to be an employer of choice

Resource Development and Management

• Responsible for helping to plan and manage CCER’s fund development program including gifts from individuals, foundations, and planned giving
• Grow CCER’s work by leading prospecting and stewardship
• Develop and implement a multi-year strategic, comprehensive fundraising plan
• Oversee the funding management system to track grant deliverables to ensure CCER’s projects are having impact
• Continually track funding by maintaining grant agreements while overseeing team capacity and workflow to reach project goals
• Organize and assist in grant writing and reporting to funders

Financial Management

• Conduct all bookkeeping duties to confirm that all expenses are paid in a timely manner. This includes coding credit and bank statements, maintaining functional bookkeeping systems, and proficiency using QuickBooks.
• Work closely with contract accountant and auditor to complete monthly financial statements, annual audit, and IRS 990 form
• Provide support to accountant to execute bi-monthly payroll
• Assist executive director with budget management and annual budget development

Internal Operations

• Manage team meetings, making sure they are useful for everyone by promoting a space that is collaborative and meets organizational needs
• Monitor communication and technology systems to ensure team members can do their job
• Develop and maintain systems, processes and policies that encourage open and transparent information flows, business processes and organizational planning
• Maintain legal contracts and other necessary documents
• Ensure implementation of organizational policies, guidelines, and practices
• Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and consultants to make sure CCER gets the best possible services for the best value. Promoting vendors from overlooked communities.
• Oversee inventory of all supplies and materials related to organizational needs
• Other duties as assigned

Human Resources

• Ensure team members are fully supported with seamless access to their benefits and compensation by directing necessary systems
• Work with executive director to make sure the organization follows current policy, guidelines, and laws
• Spearhead necessary components needed to hire new team members
• Work with executive director to implement progressive organizational practices and a culture that is rooted in equity, inclusion, and diversity

Equity and Inclusion

• Serve as a model and mentor to others on integrating equity and inclusion into our work
• Cultivate and integrate equity and inclusive values among Network Partners to help them incorporate the practices into their work

Essential Qualifications, Experience, and Personal Attributes:

• Management Leadership: Demonstrated success in building a high-impact organization to accomplish extraordinary results with a proven track record in directing and managing the internal workings of an organization
• Remarkably Organized: Ability to prioritize across competing and high stakes priorities with a keen eye for details by being thoughtful and focused
• Creative and Strategic Thinker: Progressive thinker that is able to move the organization to impressive impact and is solution based
• Racial Equity Lens: A commitment to an equity-based and inclusive work culture
• Self-Directed: Aptitude for working independently to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize tasks and work effectively. Also, be accountable to, and be part of, a team working toward common goals.
• Teamwork: Ability to work with a small team of passionate and dedicated individuals
• Relationship Management: Ability to retain trusting relationships across a diverse team and communicate openly and effectively provide support.
• Vision and energy that is both inspirational and collaborative and has a passion for driving change
• Communication Prowess: Strong written, oral, and spoken communication skillsValues: Impeccable integrity, adaptability, and humility

Preferred:

• Spanish speaker + $1,500 annually
• Direct experience conducting fundraising
• Bachelor’s degree with 7-10 years’ experience as a managing director, chief operating office, fund development or 10-12 years’ experience in a similar field

Chief Executive Officer

We are pleased to assist our client, FamilyTree in seeking their next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The CEO will bring a highly strategic vision with outstanding leadership, business acumen, and relationship building skills along with a strong affinity for the mission of the organization. Family Tree is the only organization in the Denver metro area committed to addressing the interconnected issues of child abuse, domestic violence, and homelessness. The support services that Family Tree
provides are changing how individuals, families, and communities see, respond to, and overcome these challenges. Family Tree serves all seven counties
of the Denver metropolitan area. 

The CEO is responsible for realizing Family Tree’s mission, vision, and values through day-to-day operations, including but not limited to, the administrative, programmatic, risk management, financial, human resources, and development activities of Family Tree. The CEO is accountable to the Board and implements its policies and procedures. The CEO is responsible for continually assessing Family Tree’s strategic direction, operations, impact, and progress, capitalizing on its
strengths, and addressing areas of improvement. 

 To learn more about the Responsibilities andPreferred Qualifications please view the link below: 

Position
Specifications 

To apply please send your resume to Tamara at tamara.wesely@eflassociates.com.  

Chief of Staff / Vice President of School Services

SUMMARY

The Chief of Staff / VP of School Services is a key member of the League’s senior leadership team charged with supporting all programs and services for member schools. This position ensures that the directors of the League’s school services programs have the guidance, resources and knowledge that they need to effectively support our members. This role directly supports board governance for the member schools. Additionally, the Vice President of School Services functions as the League’s internal Chief of Staff supporting hiring, staff and constituent management, and performance tracking.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned and are subject to change.

School Services Oversight & Member School Engagement – 40%

• Lead and manage the School Services Group.
• Manage and support the directors of all school services programs. Provide value-added coaching, mentorship, professional development & workflow management planning, support & implementation check-ins for program directors.
• Work with each director to define their program’s breadth and scope of services, to identify annual performance targets and program goals, and to use measurable indicators to evaluate progress toward meeting targets and goals.
• Lead the implementation and coordination of support services offerings for all member schools; individually focused on board governance needs. Ensure all service offerings are in demand, impactful, sustainable, and relevant to the League’s strategic goals.
• Work across departments to aid member schools with renewals, authorizer relations, and leader-board relations.
• Conduct school visits to build relationships with schools.
• Track and evaluate member school engagement for programming modifications and improvements.
• Support the application, execution and reporting of all school services grant funded projects.
• Promote communication, teaming, collaboration, planning and coordination within program teams and across programs.
• Support key event planning through session development, securing presenters and vendor engagement.

Board Governance Services – 10%

• Project manage board training, strategic planning and custom consulting projects.
• Recruit and manage quality education consultants for select work with member schools.
• Provide technical assistance to schools when questions arise related to board governance and any other topics that arise.
• Facilitate and manage the overall member Learning Communities offerings.
• Provide extended learning opportunities and focus workshops to members.

Leadership Team – 30%

• Collaborate with the senior leadership team to create multi-year strategic plans; and implement processes and approaches to achieve it.
• Collaborate to develop and analyze long-term business plans for the organization.
• Partner to continually build a productive, positive work environment and strong employee engagement.
• Work to facilitate effective organizational decisions about funding, projects, and strategy that align with the mission and vision of the organization.
• Present and represent the League’s vision, values, priorities, strategic choices and points of view to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other members of the leadership team to support the development and implementation of organizational and financial policies.
• Serve as a trusted thought partner, resource, advisor and support to the President and other members of the senior leadership team. Provide the President with the knowledge, expertise, analyses and synthesis to make good organizational leadership decisions.
• Assist the President with the board of directors by producing and presenting reports, facilitating Stakeholder Committee activities, and performing other duties as requested.

Chief of Staff – 20%

• Support the League in executing HR practices that cultivate high levels of performance, satisfaction, morale and retention among all employees.
• Coordinate with the League’s PEO to oversee the League’s talent management functions including setting goals and objectives, talent development, employee relations, compensation models and performance management.
• Lead the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new team members.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position oversees the Director of Academic Services, the Director of Business Operations Services, and the Director of Charter School Growth.
• Provide evaluation, coaching and management of ten or more subject expert consultants as needed for projects and grant work.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Ability to independently lead, manage and accept responsibility for a variety of complex organizational functions.
• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to facilitate large-scale meetings in person and/or remote.
• Experience working in a leadership role in a non-profit or startup, with minimal supervision and resources, and the ability to be highly adaptable and flexible as the organization changes.
• Strong leadership, project management, analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively build organization and staff capacity through effectively managing and leading people; connecting with staff both individually and in large groups, enforcing accountability, and learning the strengths and weaknesses of the team so as to put people in a position to succeed.
• Ability to think strategically, anticipate future consequences and trends, and incorporate them into the organizational plan.
• Resilient, self-aware professional with exposure to diverse experiences and a deep appreciation for diverse perspectives.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated integrity and high standards in managing information and data in a highly confidential and professional manner.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale programs and initiatives through strategies and tactical practices.
• Knowledge of topics related to education management, board governance and human resources.
• Familiarity with Colorado education policy and law.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Suite and video online platforms such as: Zoom, Teams, WebEx.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in an education or leadership related field, master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of ten years of experience in educational or operational leadership.