[jobsthatareLEFT by GAIN] Re: Research Director at Social and Economic Leaders Planning Group (Washington, DC)

Good afternoon, folks! Happy New Year!  Bumping this up in case you or someone in your network are interested in applying. The deadline to do so is January 11 and the application review process has started.  Here is the link on Idealist: https://www.idealist.org/en/nonprofit-job/978e509226074d618ee98bac653db697-research-director-social-and-economic-justice-leaders-planning-group-washington

On Wed, Dec 19, 2018 11:56 AM, Gregory A. Cendana gregory.cendana@gmail.com wrote:

Position Description pasted below and here is the link to Idealist Post.  Research Director Social and Economic Justice Leaders Planning Group | Washington, DC The Research Director will drive strategic research and innovation to support broader strategy and program, collaborating closely with the Senior Advisor, Partnership Director and organizational principals and senior staff to plan the scenarios and strategic response. The Director must: Be committed to advancing social and economic justice; Understand the mission and culture of movement groups and be able to assess their priorities and assets; Be a clear written and verbal communicator; Be an organized, detailed-oriented, and instinctively curious researcher; Be dedicated to building collaborative relationships across communities, sectors and movements.  Works with senior leadership at the partnership groups, as well as staff and consultants to: Research, synthesize and write memos that shape the partnership strategy, workplan and scenario planning; Monitor media and research including but not limited to print and digital articles, reports, op- eds, blog posts, and other relevant sources; Track and analyze current policy developments across partnership priority issues or places where there are gaps in partnership or movement; Attend external meetings, workshops, and other events and provide summaries for partners; Drive research on the impacts of scenarios with key staff across partner organizations and outside experts;  Develop research to support strategies and institutions for building long-term progressive power; Support the development of comprehensive response plans across organizations; Propose work to collaborate with other movement allies on response plans; Assist partner groups in identifying innovative organizing, communication and operations strategies; Performs other duties as assigned.  Benefits You would join a small and nimble team that is collaborative, energetic, and forward thinking. We provide a competitive salary (~$100,000), and a generous and comprehensive benefits package; We will invest in your professional growth, through training, feedback, and support; We are actively committed to building an inclusive, flexible and welcoming workplace; and We have a transparent culture and strive to include our entire staff when making strategic decisions.  Level of Language Proficiency At least ten years of related experience in labor, community or issue organizing; or a comparable combination of experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Experience in managing complex projects while maintaining deadlines.  High-level strategic planning skills, including an understanding of organizational, communications, political and policy elements of scenarios.  Ability to successfully manage work and supervise staff and consultants on complex projects. Proven ability and experience to work with senior leadership at major organizations and guide decision-making processes. Work is generally performed in an office setting in Washington, DC or New York, NY. Position may require working unusual hours, especially during campaign situations and conferences. May require travel and extended work hours.  Reports to the Partnership Director for the project and works with independence. Requires a high level of judgment and ability to take initiative and work independently. Must maintain the highest level of confidentiality in the project.  How To Apply sej.researchdirector@gmail.com http://www.newventurefund.org/ A cover letter and resume should be sent to sej.researchdirector@gmail.com. Your cover letter should explain your reason for wanting the position, an example of how you demonstrated success in a similar position and a description of how this position fits into your vision of social change. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.  Social and Economic Justice Leaders Planning Group is a project of the New Venture Fund, a 501(c)(3) public charity that incubates new and innovative public-interest projects and grant-making programs. The New Venture Fund is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. The New Venture Fund's work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.  -- Gregory A. Cendana President & Co-Founder Can't Stop! Won't Stop! Consulting @gregorycendana | @CSWSconsulting Work: (202) 808-2033 | Cell: (202) 630-0754  *Please consider the impact on the environment before printing this e-mail.

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Gregory A. Cendana

President & Co-Founder

Can't Stop! Won't Stop! Consulting
@gregorycendana | @CSWSconsulting

Work: (202) 808-2033 | Cell: (202) 630-0754 

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