Director, Posse Los Angeles

About the Posse Foundation

www.possefoundation.org

The Posse model works for both students and college campuses and is rooted in the belief that a small, diverse group of talented students—a Posse—carefully selected and trained, can serve as a catalyst for individual and community development. As the United States becomes an increasingly multicultural society, Posse believes that the leaders of the 21st century should reflect the country’s rich demographic mix. The key to a promising future for our nation rests on the ability of strong leaders from diverse backgrounds to develop consensus solutions to complex social problems. Posse’s primary aim is to train these leaders of tomorrow.

Job Description

The primary responsibilities of the Director are to represent the youth-focused mission of the program, manage the financial operations and the development goals of the site, maintain strong university partner relationships, work closely with a local advisory board to raise the annual budget, and recruit and manage a team that ensures the coordination of all program operations. The Director must be highly motivated, organized, enthusiastic, willing to travel, a great communicator, hardworking, and a strong role model. The Director reports to the Regional Vice President and works closely with the Chief Operating Officer, CFO/CAO and the Chief Development Officer.

Qualifications:

• • 5+ years management experience required
  • Graduate degree preferred
  • Proven track record of raising funds from diverse sources, including major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations
  • Knowledge of and connections to the funding community in Los Angeles
  • Experience working with a fundraising board
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task
  • Decisive
  • Self-motivated
  • Strong and inspiring leader
  • Excellent writing and communication skills
  • Knowledge of university structure and policy
  • Knowledge of Los Angeles public high schools
  • Knowledge of higher education and educational access
  • Willing and able to travel
  • Demonstrated belief in Posse’s mission and values