Deputy director equity research education

Location

Eugene, OR | United States

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Deputy Director

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

LOCATION: Primarily Remote, with domestic and international travel as needed for events and programs

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt, full time 40 hours/week

COMPENSATION: $95,576 annually, plus industry-leading benefits including unlimited paid wellness days, 1 year paid postpartum leave, 4 weeks paid organizational break, full medical/dental/vision

PRIMARY PURPOSE 

Primary goals of this position are to:

1. Lead, manage, and evaluate all Nurturely team members and departments
2. Manage the implementation of fundraising, communications, and research goals and the funding mechanisms necessary for sustainability of these new departments
3. Take on the day-to-day management of all aspects of Nurturely’s operations 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - 

Equity & Inclusion (requirement for all activities)

• Prioritize intersectionality, equity, and inclusion in all activities
• Demonstrate personal and professional commitment to tackling racism, anti-Blackness, and all forms of global oppression

Fundraising & Communications Management - (40% of time)

• Recruit and manage a talented team for Development and Communications.
• Provide team mentorship and foster an inclusive culture.
• Lead the implementation of our fundraising and communications strategy
• Execute campaigns to enhance Nurturely's mission and impact.

Research & Programs Capacity Building - (40% of time)

• Oversee research projects from start to finish, with high scientific excellence
• Bridge research and programs to boost community benefits
• Provide feedback and mentorship across research and programs teams

Organizational Implementation and Operational Efficiency - (20% of time)

• Manage daily operations and facilitate team collaboration aligned with goals
• Serve as the main link between the Executive Director and all staff
• Regularly assess and enhance system performance and processes for efficiency.
• Use KPIs for goal tracking and adapt strategies as needed to stay leading.
• Improve processes for better efficiency, cost reduction, and smooth operations.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE -

• In addition to the following desired qualifications, Nurturely also values all types of lived experience and community-based apprenticeships:
• Masters in business or healthcare administration, or PhD in public health, psychology, anthropology, sociology, or related field
• Comfort with managing the implementation of nonprofit fundraising, research, and communications strategies and evidence of success in developing teams and organizational departments from scratch
• Strong organizational, schedule management, project management, and problem-solving skills with impeccable multi-tasking abilities
• Awareness of research grant mechanisms (including NIH)
• Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to equity and advocacy
• High proficiency in Airtable
• Basic proficiency in GSuite, Microsoft Office, Zoom, and Quickbooks with an ability to learn more advanced skills in organization-specific tools and software
• Exceptional communication skills (oral/written English), bilingual/trilingual is bonus 
• Experience as a Deputy Director, Chief of Staff, Chief Operating Officer, or Operations Director at a fast-paced, equity-centered organization

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Please submit written application, including cover letter documenting relevant experience, at this link:
• Select applicants will be invited for a zoom interview
• Finalists will be invited to complete an assignment
• Position is open until filled, with priority review of applications on Friday, March 1st
• Questions: email [email protected]

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