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Senior Director of Community Partnerships
Location:
Jamaica Plain, MA
Description:
Senior Director of Community Partnerships THE POSSIBLE ZONE | BOSTON, MA | Full Time, Exempt The Possible Zone (TPZ), a nonprofit organization, seeks a Senior Director of Community Partnerships to build and execute on TPZ’s community partnerships, local community engagement and our ecosystem vision for collective impact . The Senior Director of Community Partnerships will be an integral part of TPZ’s Partnerships team, and will report to the Vice President of Partnerships. This person will play an important role in developing and leading TPZ’s community engagement efforts, building complementary partnerships that elevate TPZ’s work and impact in the community, particularly as it relates to our collective impact ecosystem approach, involvement in the entrepreneurial community, etc.. The Senior Director will foster deep relationships with like-minded community organizations, government agencies, and local businesses that will amplify TPZ’s impact in the lives of young people. The ideal candidate has a strong track record of engaging both local and national communities around STEAM & entrepreneurship, developing impactful and strategic partnerships, and building and strengthening local community ecosystems–and is ultimately passionate about closing the opportunity gap. This is a hybrid role, with the expectation of working in-person at least 2 days per week i n our Boston Innovation Center and offices. ABOUT THE POSSIBLE ZONE: What if all young people could follow their dreams? What if they had the opportunity to design and launch a company or social-venture they were passionate about? What if they knew what an entrepreneur, venture capitalist, industrial designer, data scientist, marketing executive, electrical engineer, biotech researcher, advanced manufacturer, roboticist, game designer, journalist, nonprofit leader or mayor does and why? What if they were given the opportunity to intern in these positions and work settings while still in high school? And what if they had the chance to learn the foundational professional and technical skills needed to succeed in any of these careers? And very importantly, what if they develop a mindset, where their imagination and creativity can be fully explored, where everything is possible and where no boundaries exist? Would young people believe they could pursue these careers or any others they choose? Would they become what they had dreamed? At The Possible Zone, our resounding answer is YES! We are on a journey to develop a transformative model and facility in the heart of Boston’s most diverse and youth-populated communities. TPZ is an eleven-year-old non-profit organization that has served well over 1,000 students with programming, internships and advisory services during high school toward the mission of economic equity. Our program has demonstrated strong impact in terms of high school graduation, matriculation into post-secondary education and careers, and strong Social Emotional Learning and Identity Development. As we further expand into Boston, TPZ Programming will catalyze a Boston Community Ecosystem that will include students, parents, high schools, community organizations, large corporations, local entrepreneurs, technology companies, venture capitalists, and postsecondary education institutions. Our intent is to join and continue to enhance a Student Ecosystem in Jackson Square and surrounding communities that are similar to those that have emerged in other Greater Boston areas such as Kendall Square and the Seaport District. Collectively we will dream, learn, work, and ultimately create leadership opportunities for economic mobility and prosperity for our students and their surrounding community. Importantly, TPZ is highly committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. And as we establish success in our Boston Headquarters, we will scale our efforts to replicate TPZ’s blueprint at a National level. We envision a program and space that serves tens-of-thousands of students over the next decade(s). When a student enters the program, they will be … greeted, coached, taught, counseled and supported by highly trained, caring staff and partners in entrepreneurship and business, leadership and team building, passion and perseverance, learning and accountability and empathy and integrity. … challenged to pursue their passions and launch ventures in everything from electronics, software, digital media, services, fashion, food, to consumer goods … equipped with the life skills essential to thrive in the emerging economy … building social networks through connection to professional mentoring and internships with hundreds of local companies … supported when needed through wrap-around services in academic tutoring, ESL, mental health, food security, and college success by partner organizations Ultimately, through their experiences and growth at TPZ, and with our partners, our students will be prepared and inspired to attend college, alternative post-secondary education and launch careers in their community, where they will pursue their passions in business, STEAM, Community and Entrepreneurial organizations. Our students - all students - deserve to pursue their passions and achieve economic equity. CURRENT SCALING (WHAT’S NEXT?) TPZ recently opened a 35,000 sq. ft. Innovation Center that can serve up to 1,000 students annually. The organization employs 80+ professionals with plans to grow significantly in Boston and beyond in the coming years. TPZ offers a strong professional development ethos; a fast-paced entrepreneurial culture, innovative curriculum & pedagogy, and a commitment to excellence and student impact. KEY WORKSTREAMS 1. Community Ecosystem Strategy: Our evolving strategy for collective impact that will be built on our existing partnerships and broader collaboration with community-based stakeholders. 2. TPZ’s Innovation Center Programming: Develop a community engagement strategy which elevates and positions TPZ’s Innovation Center as an innovation hub and community incubator; particularly by building out a concrete program structure to maximize the impact of our community space. 3. Relationship management with key local entities: In execution of this work, you’ll also cultivate key relationships within our ecosystem by attending community events, public forums, while maintaining a database of coalitions, community events in surrounding neighborhoods with small business owners/entrepreneurs and community centers. RESPONSIBILITIES ● Work closely with the VP of Partnerships to develop community ecosystem strategy and programming in TPZ’s Boston-based Innovation Center ● Provide ongoing guidance to TPZ’s leadership team to ensure strong understanding of surrounding community assets; this means: identifying key partners, securing MOUs (as needed) and documenting: key contacts, interactions, outcomes to inform TPZs community ecosystem strategy ● Build partnerships with community-based and student-serving organizations in Boston to gather input on TPZ strategies, and collaborate to serve students and communities effectively and holistically ● Understand and connect with the business community in proximity to the Innovation Center, and work with local business owners and TPZ leadership to create a strategy that enhances and accelerates the success of that business community while also connecting its members with TPZ students, alumni, programming, and enterprises; this means: research and outreach, setting measurable targets (number of local businesses, identify what success/progress looks like), and ongoing engagement ● Stay closely apprised of developments and initiatives in Boston communities, and represent TPZ in community-driven and community-centered initiatives and meetings. This means: setting a metric for the number of engagements, working closely with the Communications team to identify key messages, and reflecting most current information about TPP to external audiences. This may include attending events outside of typical working hours. ● Play a key role in initiating, maintaining, and sustaining TPZ relationships with Boston entities like, the Boston Mayor’s office, the Boston City Council, Boston Police Department, etc. CRITICAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCES ● 8-10 years of community organizing or community development experience with progressive leadership responsibilities ● Collaborative and team-oriented approach in a highly matrixed organization ● Demonstrated history of developing impactful organizational and community partnerships and engagement, ideally in Boston communities ● Familiarity with and relationships in Boston communities, particularly Roxbury, Jamaica Plain and Dorchester, including relationships with community leaders and community-based and student-serving organizations. ● Experience with government and public relations preferred but not required ● Highly organized and detail-oriented; experience maintaining databases in Salesforce or other SIS platform ● An asset-based and collaborative approach to developing partnerships ● A belief in the potential of all young people to achieve their highest aspirations, and a passion for providing them with opportunity and tools to do so ● An entrepreneurial approach, and a belief in the power of entrepreneurship to spark curiosity and learning for young people Compensation & Benefits: The Possible Zone offers a robust compensation and benefits package including high-quality health benefits and an employer contribution to your 401(k) plan. $140,000 - $160,000; commensurate with experience DEI Statement: We believe every member of our team and student body deserves opportunities for growth, success and inclusion. We recognize that for many of our students, staff and communities, their life journeys run through oppressive structures and systems (e.g. classism, racism, sexism) — and that’s what makes our organizational culture and work so necessary and important. We believe that diversity in perspective, backgrounds, ethnicities and lived experience is a strength, and from that strength, we can accomplish great things with the students we serve. Together as students, staff, organizations, communities, volunteers, and partners, we are intentional about creating safe spaces where all members can speak authentically and be themselves. We are committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity. As members of The Possible Zone community, our progression along this ongoing journey raises thoughtful questions, reveals biases, and opens conversations. We celebrate one another and are unified in our commitment to young people, excellence, and innovation. This work is our shared responsibility and our opportunity to welcome all members who share in our mission and strive to provide pathways that further prepare students in achieving their desired success. COVID Vaccination Policy The Possible Zone is requiring that all employees receive a primary series of COVID-19 vaccination as well as a booster dose. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen, and receives a booster dose when eligible. In order to be qualified for employment at The Possible Zone, final candidates must comply with the vaccination requirement or receive an approved exemption. Powered by JazzHR
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