Managing Director of External Affairs
Company: KIPP Colorado Schools
Location: Denver
Posted on: February 22, 2021
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Job Description:
Company DescriptionAbout KIPP Colorado:KIPP Colorado Schools is
part of the national KIPP network of tuition-free, open enrollment
college-preparatory public charter schools dedicated to preparing
students from underserved communities for success in college and
life. We are a network of six high-performing, college-preparatory
public charter schools that educate students from ECE through 12th
grade. We currently serve two communities within Denver; the
Northeast and Southwest. Both communities serve students in
elementary, middle and high school.Our VisionEvery child grows up
free to create the future they want for themselves and their
communities.Our MissionTogether with families and communities, we
create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students
with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose
-college, career, and beyond-so they can lead fulfilling lives and
build a more just world.Job DescriptionPosition Overview: The
Managing Director of External Affairs will report directly to the
Chief Executive Officer and will directly oversee four functions,
including the teams responsible for advocacy and community
engagement; marketing, communications and branding; and development
and fundraising. The Managing Director (MD) of External Affairs
will have a critical voice in continuing to build KIPP Colorado
brand and impact in the region, provide clear, actionable thought
leadership around our external relations and advancement
strategies, and oversee successful implementation of these critical
aspects of our work.The Managing Director of External Affairs will
be a key leader within the senior leadership team in executing on
the current strategic plan and established goals. In partnership
with the CEO and alongside an engaged and active board, the MD,
External Affairs will drive the overall external relations strategy
for KIPP Colorado Schools. They will play a critical role in
amplifying and guiding the overall branding and messaging for the
organization, and will proactively build strong relationships with
the community, elected officials, media outlets, and peer
organizations. This leader will have the capability to successfully
navigate Denver's political and cultural nuances, and will have a
sophisticated ability to plan proactively for long-term success. In
addition this leader will ensure the development program builds its
capacity to support the organization's strategic objectives.Job
ResponsibilitiesManagement and Leadership (30%) ? * Manage direct
reports who are responsible for community engagement, advocacy,
communications, marketing, and development; providing leadership
for the vision, goals and strategy for key organizational
priorities and areas of focus, establishing clear expectations,
promoting rigorous use of data and fostering a culture of
accountability.* Hold high standards for project management while
empowering others to proactively and creatively problem-solve, and
model versatility and collaboration for the organization.* Serve as
a member of the Senior Leadership Team* Serve as the key liaison to
KIPP Foundation for all external affairs needsCommunity Engagement;
Advocacy and Partnerships (30%) ? * Oversee the Advocacy and
Community Engagement team; driving all elements of the work to
envision, create, build, implement, and execute KIPP Colorado
Schools efforts to extend impact beyond the walls of its schools.*
Expand KIPP Colorado's Schools voice, influence and impact on key
issues facing the communities we serve* Lead and enthusiastically
build relationships with Denver's major stakeholders and
constituencies, including the media, community groups, elected
officials, community leaders and other influencers.* Identify
opportunities and develop ways to strategically maximize
collaboration and coordination with external partners.* Represent
KIPP Colorado Schools community and the broader organization as an
ambassador, advocate, and partner within public forums and events.*
Proactively engage with current and potential KIPP Colorado
families and communities, as critical advocates and ambassadors for
KIPP Colorado Schools.* Create and oversee strategy, programs and
services aimed towards increased parent and community engagement;
and strengthen the partnership among parents, community and schools
to improve student academic achievement and school success.* Ensure
the success of our long-term partnerships strategy to benefit our
students, schools, and alumni.* Oversee corporate engagement
strategy and partnerships with youth-serving organizations to
support career readiness initiatives, after-school programming,
enrichment opportunities, and strong community ties. * Identify and
anticipate internal organizational needs and mobilize third-party
partners to even more effectively support our students.Marketing &
Communications (20%) ? * In overseeing Marketing and
Communications, provide guidance on messaging, talking points, and
strategy for all organizational communications, striving to build a
stronger KIPP Colorado Schools brand and ensure its seamless
integration throughout the organization.* Provide guidance for
tracking, metrics and data integrity to ensure alignment and
effectiveness of overall marketing and communications efforts
alongside overall KIPP Colorado * Oversee the Manager of Marketing
and Communications in the development and execution of the overall
marketing and communications plan for KIPP Colorado Schools, in
support of organizational goals to build awareness, engagement and
support.* Provide thought partnership and guidance to the CEO in
cultivating a meaningful and productive media and external
engagement strategy; assess and strategize responses to all
incoming media requests, and communicate with relevant media as a
spokesperson when appropriate.Development (20%) ? * Leads
fundraising strategy to meet annual revenue goals, fulfill growth
and capital needs, and build long-term financial sustainability for
the organization* Establishes vision for KIPP Colorado Schools
engagement with donors, community members, families and other
stakeholders, and leads KIPP Colorado in representing the
organization's mission to the broader community.* Stewards the
board of directors and philanthropic investors to secure
substantial, long-term financial commitments* Oversees the
Development Manager responsible for stewarding current donors and
foundation relations, leading events and event planning, and
supervising production of grant reports, prospect reports and other
measures.* Lead engagement of the members of the Board's external
efforts, including giving, convening, and outreach to potential
community and family advocates, champions and future
trustees.Qualifications* Strong Commitment to the belief that all
students can learn and to the mission of anti-racist, educational
equity required* Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree
preferred* Minimum 7 years of work experience with 3 years of
supervisory and management experience, preferably in a large,
dynamic, mission-driven organization* Experience in fundraising or
communications, marketing, and public relations, preferably in a
non-profit environment with a fundraising budget of $2.5 - $5
million. * Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced,
entrepreneurial environment * Demonstrated ability to lead multiple
high-profile and complex projects simultaneously* Strong
interpersonal skills with the ability to develop productive working
relationships with diverse individuals and groups * Proven
management skills in establishing a team- and goal-oriented
environment that empowers staff through active communication and
delegation and that builds confidence, promotes diversity of
thought, and celebrates achievements. An approach to management
that leads by example, bringing out the best in staff and yielding
pride, ownership, and a sense of team effort.* Ability to exercise
excellent judgment in decision-making, think strategically,
workcollaboratively, and gather and analyze data, compile
information, and prepare reports* Proficient in MS Office,
particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint* Ability to motivate,
excite, and educate both internal and external resources to support
our work in helping our KIPP students persist to and through
college* Ability to manage the ambiguity and multiple priorities
inherent in an entrepreneurial environment* Strong work ethic
coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to one's
workAdditional InformationThis position is open for an immediate
start date. Compensation is competitive and is negotiable based on
experience. Employee benefits include medical, dental,
participation in PERA, and a paid time-off package.KIPP Colorado
Schools is dedicated to equal employment opportunities and fair
labor practices. KIPP Colorado Schools, KIPP Denver Collegiate High
School, KIPP Northeast Denver Middle School, KIPP Northeast
Elementary, KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy, KIPP Sunshine
Peak Academy and KIPP Sunshine Peak Elementary provide equal
employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related
qualifications, and the ability to perform a job without regard to
race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious
creed, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, genetic
information, legally protected medical condition, veteran status,
sexual orientation, or on any other basis made unlawful by federal,
state or local laws. It is our policy to maintain a
non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment
or bias based upon these grounds.
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