Director

THE POSSE FOUNDATION INC • New York, NY

4d • $125,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibilities of the Director are to represent the mission of the organization, maintain strong university partner relationships, manage the site’s budget, work closely with the local advisory board and the national development team to raise the annual budget, and manage a team that ensures the coordination of all program operations. The Director must be a strong leader, highly motivated, organized, enthusiastic, willing to travel, a great communicator, hardworking, and a strong role model.

Requirements

• 5+ years management experience required
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong development skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Strong and inspiring leader
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Knowledge of higher education structures and policy
• Knowledge of New York City public high schools
• Willing and able to travel
• Commitment to Posse’s mission and values

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Represent the mission of the organization
• Maintain strong university partner relationships
• Manage the site’s budget
• Work closely with the local advisory board and the national development team to raise the annual budget
• Manage a team that ensures the coordination of all program operations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director