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The Newark LEF is a network of individuals and organizations dedicated to supporting quality public schools for all families in Newark. It is a partnership of funders in education, advocates for good schools, community leaders and educators, all working with a coordinated purpose to support effective programs and policies that make a real difference in children’s educational experiences.

General Statement of Duties:

Under the supervision of the Board of Directors of the new Newark Local Education Fund (LEF), which grew out of a yearlong planning and fundraising effort from the Newark Public Schools Foundation, the Executive Director is responsible for the development, staffing, programming, and day-to-day operations of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement the strategic goals and objectives of the organization.
• Enable the board to fulfill its governance role (working with the chair).
• Give direction and leadership toward the achievement of the organization’s philosophy, mission, strategy and annual goals and objectives.

Position Responsibilities:

• Board Administration and Support: Supports operations and administration of board by advising and informing Board members, and interfacing between board and staff

• Focus on Results: Ensures that all activities deliver results for students and improved outcomes

• Program, Product and Service Delivery: Oversees design, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of programs, products and services

• Financial, Tax, Risk and Facilities Management: Recommends yearly budget for Board approval and prudently manages organization’s resources within the budget guidelines according to current laws and regulations

• Human Resource Management: Effectively manages the human resources of the organization according to authorized personnel policies and procedures that fully conform to current laws and regulations

• Community and Public Relations: Serves as chief spokesperson for the organization (along with the Board chair) and ensures that the organization and its mission, programs, products and services are consistently presented in a strong, positive image to relevant stakeholders

• Fundraising: Oversees fundraising planning and implementation, including identifying resource requirements, researching funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders, submitting proposals and administering fundraising records and documentation

Qualifications:
• Strong commitment to the mission of Newark LEF with preparation to be engaged for a significant period of time

• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills and in-depth experience in education or human development

• Excellent verbal and written skills required to sufficiently prepare proposals, speeches, presentations and position papers

• Experience working in an urban education environment and familiarity with programs that enhance the quality of education

• Ability to organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple work activities in a fast paced team environment to meet critical deadlines and ensure high quality work products

• Experience in program or project management in the education and/or human development fields

• Demonstrated capacity to secure funding from local, regional, and national sources, both private and public

• Experience and demonstrated knowledge in public policy development

• Experience with and understanding of business and the business culture

• Experience with the nonprofit and public sectors

• Experience indicating an ability to attract, motivate, and retain a first rate staff, as well as volunteers

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate large projects from conceptualization through implementation and completion, including budgeting time, financial, and human resources

• MS office products proficiency required; knowledge of database programs

Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree in education, business or related field

• Five to seven years experience in nonprofit management

• High ethical standards

Benefits: Not Specified Salary: Commensurate with Experience Posting Expiration Date: 8/6/2010 How to Apply Application Instructions: Application Procedures:

• Letter of Application
• Resume
• List of 3 Employment References
• Writing Sample
• Presentation (only for those selected for interviews)

Deadline for Application:
Applications received after August 6, 2010 may not be considered.

Submit Applications to:

mailto:newarklef@collaborativecommunications.com

For additional information please visit www.newarklef.org

Organization Information Hiring Organization: Newark Local Education Fund Domain: Education Budget $0 – $1M Mission Statement: The Newark Local Education Fund is an independent organization whose mission is to mobilize financial, organizational and human resources for the support of quality public schools for all children in Newark.
Web Site: www.newarklef.org