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Job DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced and adaptable Executive Assistant to support the President and leadership team of our organization. In this long-term contract role, you will play a key part in managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and fostering effective communication with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive attitude, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities: • Coordinate and manage the President's calendar, including scheduling meetings with staff, board members, and external partners., • Facilitate communication and logistics for meetings with high-profile stakeholders, including government offices and external organizations., • Prepare detailed meeting minutes and ensure timely follow-up on key action items., • Organize board reporting and provide administrative support during board meetings., • Ensure an accurate and efficient flow of information between the President and other parties., • Collaborate with team members to address administrative needs and ensure smooth operations., • Exhibit flexibility and adaptability when managing shifting priorities or urgent tasks., • Provide logistical support for events, presentations, and other organizational initiatives., • Uphold confidentiality and integrity in all interactions and communications., • Utilize strong interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships across the organization.• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar administrative role., • Proficiency in calendar management and scheduling tools., • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism., • Exceptional organizational and time management skills., • Strong written and verbal communication abilities., • Familiarity with nonprofit organizations or reproductive/sexual health sectors is a plus., • Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including government officials and external partners., • Positive attitude, adaptability, and a sense of humor to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Job Description Job Title: Chief Higher Education Partnerships Team: Higher Education Partnerships Location: Hybrid in Atlanta (GA), Chicago (IL), New York (NYC), or Newark (NJ) Employment Type: Full-time FLSA Classification: Exempt Start Date: ASAP About Braven Braven is a national nonprofit that prepares promising college students to secure a strong first opportunity after college graduation through a career-accelerating program. We work with higher education and employer partners to offer a life-changing experience that begins with a semester-long course for college students, followed by support that lasts through graduation. Together, our ambition is to help rebuild the middle class and revitalize the American Dream. About the Role In order to achieve its ambition of serving 80,000-100,000 Fellows over the next decade, Braven is hiring a Chief, Higher Education Partnerships, who will set the vision for how the organization cultivates new partnerships and strengthens existing ones. As the most senior leader of the Higher Education Partnerships team at Braven, you will report to the Chief Executive Officer and lead a team of 3-6 that executes directly in specialized areas, create systems and tools that foster efficiencies, and empower Braven’s regions to steward complex higher education relationships with excellence. The ideal candidate will be an experienced leader with a deep understanding of higher education, a strategic thinker with strong relationship-building skills, and a deep passion for student success. This role is on the Higher Education Partners team and reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). What You’ll Do Strategic Planning (40%) • Create the vision for and oversee the execution of the organization’s higher education partnership strategy, working alongside Braven’s Strategy and Finance team and other relevant teams as needed, to ensure alignment that drives Braven toward partnership growth and success., • Create the vision for, and oversee the execution of, the organization’s recruitment strategy to ensure Braven meets its ambitious growth goals., • Develop strategies to engage potential new partners, demonstrating the value of our service to university leadership., • Create a vision and operational plan for partnership excellence, working with regional EDs and other internal teams as needed, to develop robust metrics and continuous improvement processes to strengthen relationships and drive outcomes and accountability., • Determine and execute against key cultivation priorities with high-stakes higher education partners, including building and maintaining strong relationships and pipelines., • Build and strengthen authentic, mutually beneficial relationships with Presidents, Provosts, Deans, faculty, and staff to successfully steward current higher education partnerships, while cultivating dozens more, listening to and understanding their needs and priorities., • Partner with the Chief, External Affairs, to determine which conference Braven should attend, present at, and/or sponsor, attending conferences as needed to represent Braven at industry conferences, events, and meetings to build brand awareness and foster new relationships., • Provide leadership and coaching to the Higher Education Partnership (HEP) team, including the new sites team, HEP team, and the student recruitment team, inspiring and motivating them to take action and meet ambitious goals as they create the visions, strategies, systems, tools, and training for university partnerships and student recruitment., • Partner with the External Affairs team and the Regional Success teams to ensure strong student recruitment across university sites, specifically where structural enrollments are not in place, • Collaborate with Braven’s regional teams and other internal teams as needed to build the skills and mindsets needed to have strong relationships with our higher education partners. Work Experience: • 10+ years of experience working in the higher education system, as a Dean, Provost, or above, • 10+ years of successful management experience leading midsize teams of 10-20 people., • Experience working at a non-profit preferred Preferred Qualifications • Exemplifies Braven’s core values, • Knowledge: Deep understanding of university structures, processes, and challenges, particularly related to student success and career development., • Strong Network in Higher Education: Has built a strong network in the higher education space and is known for its credibility and strong relationships with faculty. Strong relationships with a diverse set of higher ed institutions, e.g., HBCUs, large state schools, etc. Enthusiasm for meeting and engaging with people. Relates to and empathizes with the communities we serve, our higher education partners, and fellows., • Strong Team Manager: Brings a clear vision and recognizes the value of divergent perspectives. Able to set and achieve ambitious goals for yourself and your team. Results-oriented., • Critical Thinking: Quickly grasps the subtleties of complex issues and identifies patterns in challenges. Comes up with insightful, pragmatic, equitable, and sustainable ways to tackle common challenges and produce positive change., • Visionary: Adapts to the evolving needs of the organization and thinks 3 (or 30) steps ahead to develop solutions that achieve goals in their realm. Creates strong, aspirational strategic plans, gets people excited about them, and manages toward outcomes., • Resilient: Plans ahead and finds alternative paths, when needed, to get to the finish line. Holds a high bar even when things are hectic., • Emotional intelligence: Able to reflect on and describe the impact of one’s own identities—and those of others—in a given situation, decision, or process. Demonstrates awareness of growing edges and seeks and engages well with feedback., • Communicator: Uses storytelling skills to connect with stakeholders and convey complex ideas concisely and compellingly to a range of external audiences. Able to make and communicate difficult decisions in the best interest of the organization. Respond to people in a timely manner. Takes pride in providing clear, helpful information., • Demonstrated commitment to building strong and welcoming cultures that help to develop others., • Exemplification of Braven’s core values. Please know that no one ever meets 100% of the preferred qualifications. If much of this describes you, we encourage you to apply. Work Demands • Travel 1-2 times per month, • Authorized to work in the U.S. While the interview process may vary slightly, the general process will be: • Phone screen with Talent Team member, • Performance Task, • Interview with Hiring Manager, • Panel Interview with Key Partners Benefits Compensation and Benefits Braven offers competitive base salaries based on the midpoint of the market among not-for-profit organizations of similar size, with opportunities for salary growth over time. We believe in compensating staff members fairly in relation to each other, their qualifications, and their impact on behalf of the organization, and take internal and external equity seriously. Given our commitment to equity, Braven does not negotiate salary offers; instead, each salary offer is determined carefully using external and internal benchmarking. New hires can expect a starting salary at the lower end of the range, as Braven compensates based on the requirements and scope of the role rather than years of experience or prior salary, allowing for growth with performance and maintaining internal equity. The salary ranges, by geographic market, for this role are set forth $187,100-$233,800 in Atlanta, $197,600-$246,900 in Chicago, $217,300-$271,600 in New York, NY and Newark, NJ. This is a full-time, regular, exempt, and benefits eligible position where you will be working at 100% capacity. Braven also provides competitive, comprehensive benefits, recognition, and career development. While Braven reserves the right to change benefits at any time, current benefits include: • Unlimited vacation time in addition to org-wide holidays and week-long shutdowns in July and the end of the calendar year (this is a minimum of 19 days per year), • Braven supports your path to parenthood and beyond with $25,000 in lifetime Carrot benefits for fertility, family-building, and hormonal health, • Match of your 401K contribution up to 5% of your base annual salary, starting your first full month, • Coverage of 85% of health insurance premium for employee and dependents, • 12 weeks of paid parental leave, • A one-month paid sabbatical after 4 years on staff Please note that Braven is firm in its compensation philosophy; therefore, only candidates who believe that our total rewards package matches what they are looking for in their next opportunity are encouraged to apply. Location We gather in the office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday) and work remotely 2 days a week (Monday and Friday). Therefore, this role requires teammates to live within commuting distance of one of our hubs: Atlanta, Chicago, New York, or Newark. We believe in the magic, connection, and collaboration that happens when people work together face-to-face, and we believe in giving people flexibility to focus, balance personal priorities, and save themselves two commutes per week. Braven is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor. We encourage talented individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Job Description Are you a strategic financial leader ready to make a real impact? Liberty Science Center (LSC), a dynamic and growing institution with a social mission, is seeking a highly skilled and entrepreneurial Senior Director of Finance. This newly created role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the financial future of a renowned science center and drive our continued success. Museum experience is a plus (or experience working in another large arts & culture organization or sports venue. Note: If you are interested in this role, then submitting a personalized cover letter increases your chance of scoring an interview! About the Opportunity As our Senior Director of Finance, you'll be a vital thought partner to LSC's senior leadership team. You'll go beyond the numbers, providing in-depth financial management, insightful modeling, and strategic analysis to support and scale our mission. You'll lead our dedicated finance team, overseeing daily operations, fostering staff development, and ensuring impeccable financial reporting, compliance, and sustainability. With an approximately $30 million operating budget, you'll play a critical role in overseeing our financial landscape, including earned revenue growth strategy. This role will report to LSC’s Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer. What You’ll Bring We're looking for a hands-on leader who builds trust and confidence with sound judgment and discretion. You possess deep technical skills in accounting and finance, coupled with a proven track record of managing finance teams, overseeing diverse revenue streams (preferably in a high-attendance environment), and handling internal and external financial reporting. You're a collaborative team player with an entrepreneurial spirit, high initiative, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. What You’ll Do The Senior Director of Finance will work with departmental heads to perform some combination of the following: * Work closely with the EVP/CFO on overseeing LSC’s financial landscape, including its approximately $30 million operating budget * Direct all aspects of financial operations, overseeing all transactions related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, general ledger maintenance and financial reporting * Oversee monthly closing procedures needed to generate financial results. * Construct financial models and strategic analysis for proposed Science Center activities and programs; support department heads in understanding the financial and/or operational implications of programming decisions; work with department leaders on developing strategies for revenue growth, including monthly and annual revenue goals and collaborating on ideas for new sources of revenue * Work closely with the executive team, senior leadership and department leaders to develop LSC’s annual operating budget, including the development of all sources of revenues, including earned revenues, contributed revenues and profit centers, and operating expenses * Work closely with revenue owners to develop sophisticated modeling and data-informed analysis to support new and diversified revenue streams and grow existing revenue initiatives * Responsible for all internal and external financial reporting requirements and compliance * Work across departments and third party vendors to consolidate information about the institutions forecast/performance to prepare holistic and collaborative strategies for the development of LSC * Oversee administration, financial reporting and compliance of the organization's Endowment and Savings and Retirement Plans * Enhance and enforce the organization’s fiscal policies and procedures * Oversee existing financial reporting systems & schedules and enhance existing financial dashboards and key performance indicators used by management * Oversee monthly variance analysis of actual financial performance vs budget/forecast including leading monthly & quarterly internal reporting for senior management and well as quarterly board reporting * Oversee and work collaboratively with the finance team on preparation for annual audit and annual tax return filings * Represent the organization externally, as necessary, particularly with LSC’s financial institutions, insurance brokers, auditors, etc. * Work with EVP & CFO on all aspects of financial reporting and modeling related to SciTech Scity * Work with EVP & CFO on financing needs for major capital projects, including building renovations, exhibition enhancements and SciTech Scity * Assist the EVP & CFO on special projects as needed * Other duties and responsibilities, as assigned Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) The ideal candidate will bring the following combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities to bear on this role: * Commitment to Mission: Ability to quickly develop a deep understanding of Liberty Science Center’s mission, operations, and revenue goals with an eye toward scalability * Financial Capability: Strong financial and business acumen; Keen analytic and problem-solving skills which allows for strategic data analysis versus just reporting numbers; up-to-date knowledge of accounting practices, internal controls, and nonprofit compliance; successful use and knowledge of computerized accounting and finance applications and spreadsheet software; ability to mine, analyze and interpret data and use data to inform business decisions that will drive ongoing revenue growth * Leadership: Ability to lead, supervise, motivate, mentor, and evaluate staff in high volume, fast-paced environment; Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance, and professional growth * Fiscal Administration: Ability to provide operational level direction to LSC’s financial activities. Possess the ability to assess and implement opportunities for improvement in financial administration; ability to be agile, demonstrating a comfort level with ambiguity by acting/reacting with flexibility and approach problems from different perspectives with a solution orientation. * Teamwork: Ability to work effectively and in close cooperation with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful finance operation at LSC * Project Management: Exceptional skills in organization, prioritization, time management and problem solving, including the ability to manage multiple projects from conception through delivery and evaluation * Communication: Ability to communicate effectively, with demonstrated active listening skills and clear verbal and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications The ideal candidate will bring the following combination of education and experience to bear on this role: * A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and/or MBA is a plus * 7+ successful experience leading a comprehensive finance operation including supervision of a professional staff and partner with cross functional teams, including experience financial planning, forecasting, revenue modeling, budgeting, and reporting * Related experience in a non-profit or arts/cultural organization or other high traffic environment preferred * Prior experience developing dashboards and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) * Prior experience working in Sage Intacct a plus Supervisory Responsibilities This position leads our Finance Department, currently a team of three dedicated employees. Classification and Schedule This is a full-time, exempt position that is bonus and benefits eligible. The work schedule generally is Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. A flexible work schedule or additional work hours may be necessary, to meet the requirements of this job position, which could encompass early morning, evening, or weekend work based on business needs. Physical and Environmental Demands The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that a Senior Director of Finance would encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be in a standard open office environment with moderate noise level and will be subject to sitting/standing at a laptop/desktop for long periods of time while visually assessing information. This role is frequently required to receive oral and written instructions in English and to clearly communicate in English in person, over the telephone, and via texting and email. LSC may make reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job to the extent that LSC may do so without undue hardship. LSC’s Work Culture at a Glimpse LSC prides itself on fostering a culture that enables all employees to experience a sense of pleasure, passion, and purpose while in the workplace. We believe in embracing and driving change, inspiring fun and learning, and creating a positive and family friendly team spirit. Our differences as individuals (race, gender, age, cultural heritage, physical ability, education and lifestyle) are an asset and contribute to our ability to drive innovation. Lastly, at the heart of our work culture is the commitment to delivering a “wow factor” through our exceptional customer service to not only our guests but also one another. Health & Safety This position requires proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment, subject to applicable law. If you are offered employment, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation request is received and approved. Work Location Until further notice, this role will be eligible to work a hybrid schedule which will be determined by the EVP and CFO. Liberty Science Center is located in a beautiful state park in Jersey City, New Jersey, with easy access to free parking, the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail, and the NJ Path train. LSC is a pleasant 15-minute commute from lower Manhattan. Travel This role requires minimal domestic travel. Compensation Compensation for this position is commensurate with abilities, education, certifications, and experience but is expected to be in the range of $120,000-$135,000. In addition to compensation for salary, you will receive compensation in the form of generous benefits, including, but not limited to: * Medical, dental, life, vision, and pet insurance * 403(b) defined contribution retirement plan with an outstanding employer match * Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and federal holidays * Long-term disability coverage * Flexible spending accounts (pre-tax income for eligible health and/or dependent care expenses) * Commuter benefits (pre-tax income for parking or mass transit expenses) * Free parking * 25% discount in the on-site store * 15% discount in on-site cafeteria * LSC family membership To Apply: Please submit a resume and a personalized cover letter via LSC’s careers page. Attach your cover letter and resume as a single PDF file. Your cover letter should clearly outline how your background aligns with this particular role. Please note that applications without a cover letter may not be considered. Liberty Science Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and innovative environment with the best employees. We, therefore, provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, military service, marital status or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. If there are preparations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, then please let us know.

Job DescriptionDescription: Contract Type: Fixed-term independent consulting engagement (6 months, with possibility for extension) Classification: Non-employee, Independent Contractor or a Consulting Firm (1099 Contract Engagement). The engagement does not constitute employment with the organization. Compensation: $8,000 - $10,000 per month, based on experience, structured as a professional services fee under an independent contractor / consulting agreement (not as salary). The independent contractor or consulting firm will be responsible for their own taxes, insurances and benefits. Organization and Position Summary: The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by advancing innovative research and improving quality of life for individuals and families impacted by paralysis. The Reeve Foundation is the only national organization of its kind with a dual focus: Today’s Care. Tomorrow’s Cure. A pioneer in the field of spinal cord injury (SCI) research, the Foundation has funded approximately $145 million in research, underscoring our commitment to bringing meaningful solutions to people with SCI. The Foundation’s National Paralysis Resource Center (NPRC) – the only federally funded entity dedicated to directly supporting the paralysis community -- provides the most comprehensive knowledge, tools, and personalized services for individuals impacted by paralysis through dedicated Information Specialists, a Quality-of-Life Grants Program, Peer & Family Support Program, Military and Veterans Program, and Public Policy. About the Role: We seek an engagement with an experienced and strategic Interim Senior Operations Advisor to support the National Paralysis Resource Center during a critical period of operational stabilization and organizational change. The Advisor will assess how we collect, integrate, govern, and report data, recommend a platform strategy, and establish an operational foundation that enables future AI-supported workflows. The engagement emphasizes quick wins, durable systems, and clear accountability. This fixed-term independent contractor / consulting engagement will focus on assessing internal operations, aligning systems, and implementing sustainable practices. This contract engagement will be offered to an independent contractor or consulting firm for a period of approximately 6 months with the possibility for extension. This is a senior-level, hands-on role ideal for someone with prior experience as a senior nonprofit operations or technology leader who thrives in complex, fast-moving environments. In addition to overseeing organizational infrastructure improvements, the Advisor will provide strategic input on current federal grant operations and support the development of future grant proposals. The Advisor will collaborate directly with the Chief Program and Policy Advisor to assess organizational operations and deliver actionable recommendations. Key Responsibilities: • Conduct a rapid yet thorough assessment of technology systems, databases and tools, identify opportunities for integration of systems and oversee implementation., • Identify high-risk vulnerabilities—particularly related to inconsistent processes, undocumented knowledge, and technology fragmentation—and propose and implement mitigation strategies., • Lead the integration or alignment of key databases and technology platforms to improve efficiency and data integrity across the organization., • Partner with program directors and staff to standardize policies, procedures, and workflows, ensuring clarity of roles and accountability across teams., • Oversee internal efforts to document core operational processes and training protocols, leveraging internal staff and existing subject matter experts., • Serve as a thought partner to the Chief Program & Policy Officer, providing guidance on organizational design, change management, and long-term sustainability; Present findings and recommendations to Sr. Leadership., • Support NPRC’s grant-related needs by streamlining operational reporting, improving systems that support compliance, and advising on the infrastructure needed for future grant submissions., • Ensure all process improvements are realistic, sustainable, and appropriate for a mission-driven nonprofit environment., • Outline a practical path to responsibly leverage AI (no AI build required now; establish prerequisites, data quality, permissions, guardrails)., • Communicate milestones, train staff on new standards, and draft policies as necessary. The Foundation will not control the means or methods of work; the contractor will determine how best to achieve agreed-upon deliverables. Requirements: • Senior-level experience in nonprofit operations, preferably as a COO, Executive Director, or senior advisor., • Demonstrated success leading complex organizational assessments and driving systems-level change., • Deep understanding of nonprofit program operations, including quality assurance, training design, database alignment, and cross-functional coordination., • Exceptional strategic thinking, project management, and communication skills., • Comfort with both high-level planning and hands-on implementation., • Ability to work independently and efficiently in a time-limited engagement while building systems for long-term success., • Familiarity with federally funded programs, grant compliance, dashboards, CRMs, and basic analytics strongly preferred., • Familiarity with safe, policy-compliant AI helpers strongly preferred. This Role Is Ideal For Someone Who: • Has led organizations through transformation, growth, or recovery., • Brings both executive presence and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and get things done., • Can quickly earn trust and unite diverse teams under a shared structure without sacrificing flexibility or innovation., • Is passionate about building the systems that enable mission-driven impact. Remote, Travel, and Physical Demands • Primarily remote, standard business hours in your time zone; occasional on-site time at Short Hills, NJ, for meetings/trainings., • Travel to select convenings (e.g., Reeve Summits and expos) 1–2 times per year; some overnights., • Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs on occasion., • Periodic in-office movement to liaise with staff, access files, and use office equipment. Equal Opportunity & Accessibility: The Foundation is committed to building an inclusive working environment, free of harassment and discrimination that supports individual dignity and respect. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Contractor Disclaimer This opportunity is offered strictly as an independent contractor or consulting engagement. Nothing in this posting or any subsequent agreement should be construed as creating an employer-employee relationship, partnership, or joint venture. The selected contractor or firm will not be eligible for Foundation-sponsored benefits and will maintain full responsibility for compliance with all applicable tax, insurance, and business regulations.

Job DescriptionSalary: Executive Director of Friends MISSION: The mission of Marion P. Thomas Charter School is to build culturally rich, transformative educational spaces that cultivate successful, lifelong innovators who use their passions, character, and intellect to better themselves, the greater Newark community, and the world beyond. The Executive Director of Friends of Marion P. Thomas Charter School (FMPTCS) is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational management, and real estate development of FMPTCS in support of the long-term growth and sustainability of Marion P. Thomas Charter School. This includes overseeing all aspects of real estate planning and execution, fiscal management, board governance, and community engagement. Do you have what it takes? • Five years of direct experience in real estate and operational management, • Knowledge of educational facilities and regulations, • Working knowledge of real estate finance, • Knowledge of construction and redevelopment, • Community development/redevelopment experience, • Ability to work as part of a team, • Strong organization and task management skills, • Working knowledge of various real estate financing sources including New Market, • Tax Credits, Tax Exempt Bonds, HOME, CDBG, LIHTC, Historic Tax Credits, etc., • Experience working with various government entities including HFAs, redevelopment authorities, municipalities a bonus but not required THE ROLE: Strategic Planning & Leadership Partner with the Superintendent to develop and execute short- and long-term strategic plans Lead the planning and oversight of new real estate development projects that align with MPTCSs academic and enrollment goals Serve as a non-voting member and Board Secretary for the Friends Board of Directors Represent FMPTCS in the broader community, maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders Real Estate Development & Facilities Oversight Oversee and manage real estate development activities for all FMPTCS capital projects Develop and manage real estate project budgets, schedules, milestones, and funding strategies Coordinate procurement and oversight of architects, engineers, contractors, and legal counsel Secure necessary permits, zoning approvals, and regulatory compliance for construction projects Lead the completion of accurate, updated Existing Conditions Reports for all MPTCS facilities in collaboration with the Facilities Director and district leadership Liaise with the MPTCS Facilities Director and Leadership Team to align facility planning with school needs Operational Management Oversee day-to-day operations of FMPTCS, including compliance, systems, and reporting Review and manage all FMPTCS contracts, vendor agreements, and consultant relationships Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure organizational compliance and effectiveness Provide staff management, supervision, and annual evaluations Financial Management & Compliance Lead operational and budget management for FMPTCS, including financial forecasting and reporting Ensure fiscal compliance through timely audits and nonprofit financial reporting Identify and pursue financing sources for development projects, including philanthropic, public, and private funds Maintain accurate records of all financial activities and ensure compliance with 501(c)(3) regulations Governance & Board Relations Coordinate with the Board Chair to prepare agendas, minutes, and materials for board meetings Keep the Friends Board of Directors informed about the organizations performance and strategic issues Support board recruitment, training, and development initiatives Other Duties Build strong relationships with community leaders, philanthropic partners, and elected officials to advocate for FMPTCS Complete special projects and assignments as reasonably directed by the Superintendent and Board of Directors Salary range: Commensurate with experience Term of Employment: 12 months Union: Unaffiliated Next Steps: MPTCS is currently reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of responses received not every applicant will be contacted. If you meet the qualifications, you will be contacted to move forward in the selection process. Marion P. Thomas Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Description Summary Position Overview: Children’s Day Preschool (CDP) seeks a talented and motivated individual to fill our part-time position as Staff Accountant. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Staff Accountant will be an integral part of our small, highly productive operations team. As our Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of all general ledger functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, journal entries, bank reconciliations for monthly soft closings and the annual hard close, and preparing and maintaining all supporting documentation, schedules, and reports for the annual audit. Other accounting responsibilities include maintaining fiscal policies and internal controls to ensure organizational financial health and compliance with accounting standards necessary to facilitate CDPs mission and vision. An outstanding staff accountant candidate will also have excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills. Duties Key Responsibilities Bookkeeping: • Perform accounts payable functions: record invoices, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely processing and payment., • Perform accounts receivable and cash receipts functions: record payments and process cash receipts., • Enter all financial transactions accurately into accounting software., • Manage day-to-day paperwork: copying, scanning, filing (binders/vendor folders), emailing, uploading, etc., • Follow internal control processes for bank deposits., • Support audit preparation and grant compliance documentation., • Maintain organized financial records and vendor files. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent, • At least 1 years of relevant accounting experience preferred, • Nonprofit experience is preferred; motivation to work in this sector is essential., • Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office 365 (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), • Experience with automated accounting / payroll systems; proficiency in QuickBooks Online is preferred, • Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization Nice To Haves • Bilingual Spanish/English preferred, but not required, • Detail oriented, resourceful, collaborative, and agile, • Strong emotional intelligence, • Self-motivated and accountable, • Impeccable judgment and discretion Benefits • Flexible schedule within business hours., • Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization., • Earned sick time: 1 hour per 30 hours worked, • Warm, friendly, supportive, and pleasant work environment About Us Children's Day is a private, non-profit, high-quality preschool and child care center, located in Passaic, NJ. We serve the needs of our diverse community with passion and a high level of commitment to ensure the best early childhood education for our children within a supportive and caring environment. Our school provides year-round preschool programming to 117 children (ages 2.5 to 5); combining education and social services for our children and families. Our dedicated staff form a unified team that is committed to and passionate about helping children form a strong foundation for a successful future. Management and staff work to create a fun and friendly environment while helping to provide critical services to underserved families. CDP offers a robust array of health and therapeutic services as well as deep family involvement and support programs that create a highly effective trauma-informed preschool program. Children's Day is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or internships without unlawful discrimination based on race, creed, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Description Job Title: Director, Regional Success Team: Regional Success Location: Hybrid in Chicago (IL), New York City (NYC) and Newark (NJ) Employment Type: Full-time FLSA Classification: Exempt Start Date: ASAP About Braven Braven is a national nonprofit that prepares promising college students to secure a strong first opportunity after college graduation through a career-accelerating program. We partner with higher education and employer partners to offer a life-changing experience that begins with a semester-long course for college students, followed by support that lasts through graduation. Together, our ambition is to help rebuild the middle class and revitalize the American Dream. About the Role To achieve its goal of serving 80,000–100,000 Fellows over the next decade, Braven is hiring a Director, Regional Success, who will design and deliver strategic learning and enablement experiences that empower regional team members to succeed in their work with Fellows and partners. This role leads work across central and regional workstreams that impact the entire organization, ensuring that all deliverables and outcomes are standalone outputs that directly deliver to organizational goals. Reporting to the Senior Director of Regional Success, you will have strategic ownership of Braven’s Regional Success enablement program—equipping diverse regional roles, from Executive Directors to Operations Coordinators, with the tools, insights, and skills to excel. Your scope will include designing best-in-class hiring resources, leading comprehensive onboarding, serving as a Learning Management System administrator, defining and tracking enablement program KPIs, and delivering end-to-end training experiences that align with every stage of the course delivery journey. As part of the Regional Success team, you will play a critical role in Braven’s internal service engine: a function dedicated to removing barriers, codifying best practices, and fostering the conditions necessary for regions to operate with excellence. By codifying and amplifying effective practices across sites, you will enable Braven to scale impact nationally while remaining responsive to local needs. This role is on the Regional Success team and reports directly to the Senior Director, Regional Success. What You’ll Do Learning Strategy & Enablement (35%) • Engage leaders in bidirectional consultation: communicate your strategic vision for enablement while soliciting their input and recommendations, ensuring that learning plans are both aligned to Braven’s organizational goals and responsive to staff development needs., • Skillfully set strategy for projects or initiatives and lead projects or initiatives from end-to-end, overseeing the design, development, and execution of the comprehensive Learning and Design (L&D)experience for all regional roles., • Conduct initial and ongoing needs assessments and skills gap analyses to recommend targeted interventions., • Responsible for identifying improvements in and meaningfully influencing strategic direction for targeted implementation support for new regions during critical start-up and launch phases to ensure program fidelity and team readiness., • Create critical new processes and blended learning programs (workshops, eLearning, on-demand resources, simulations, assessments) for: 1) Annual all-regions Bootcamp, 2) Async fundamental courses, 3) End-to-end training arcs to support individual roles, 4) Regional Business Unit role alignment, job descriptions, and goal codification., • Maintain high-quality hiring and recruitment materials for regional roles to ensure consistent messaging and attract top talent. Maintain up-to-date staffing plans and role-specific playbooks that outline responsibilities, workflows, and best practices to guide regional team execution and support consistent program delivery., • Create ad hoc material as necessary to support New Sites / Regions, • Co-manage and maintain the Regional Success Resource Library in Confluence to ensure teams have access to timely, high-quality support content that interlocks with AI support bots., • Partner with subject matter experts across the organization to inform content creation, ensuring resources are timely, relevant, and sequenced for maximum impact., • Deliver accessible in-person and virtual training sessions that engage diverse audiences as needed., • Travel to regions with limited capacity to provide hands-on coaching and execution support as determined by business needs and priorities., • Solve complex problems independently and think through organizational impact, respond to emerging regional needs in real time, serving as a strategic thought partner and problem-solver., • Oversee the operational backbone of program delivery (LMS, Zoom, etc.) to ensure a seamless experience, while serving as the point person to troubleshoot any technical issues for participants., • Build cross-functional change management workflows and determine strategic cadences to publish updates that ensure all content remains a reliable source of truth over time., • Monitor and assess regional health across an assigned portfolio, focusing on key areas; lead the coordination of foundational interventions to proactively address risks and ensure program fidelity and performance outcomes., • Engage in a culture of curiosity and feedback gathering, surfacing challenges, and co-developing adaptive solutions with teammates and central partners., • Triage ongoing communications and support with the Regional Success team and other central teams regarding technology tools, data management/reporting, implementation challenges related to operations, etc., • Bachelor’s degree, • 5-7 years of progressive experience in learning and development, internal enablement management, organizational effectiveness, or a related field, • Demonstrated experience leading end-to-end learning and development initiatives using an LMS, including instructional design, curriculum development, and accessible program facilitation for diverse audiences, • 7+ years of experience in leading and managing learning and development teams, including strategy development, program design, and implementation., • Proven ability to develop and execute comprehensive learning and development strategies aligned with organizational goals and growth objectives., • Expertise in adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE, SAM), and various learning modalities (e.g., e-learning, blended learning, in-person workshops)., • Familiarity with learning technologies (LMS, Articulate Rise, Storyline, Skilljar, Captivate, video editing) and proficiency in other tools such as Google Suite, Confluence, Lattice, Slack, and Jira., • Advanced data fluency with a proven ability to analyze learning outcomes, measure program effectiveness, and leverage data to drive continuous improvement and demonstrate ROI of L&D initiatives., • Exceptional project management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a track record of successfully collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to drive L&D initiatives., • Highly skilled at leading laterally across peer groups, teams, and occasionally external collaborators; demonstrated ability to drive peer alignment and collaboration; and skillfully leads cross-functional groups of varying levels of complexity and timelines., • Strong attention to detail and diligence, especially in documentation, onboarding, and resource management; and a track record of strong customer service and stakeholder engagement, including responsiveness, professionalism, and relationship-building., • Experience directly supporting externally-facing teams (e.g., educators, support professionals, sales, customer success, account management) and possesses a high level of specialized knowledge in a core function as well as cross-regional/cross-functional understanding., • Demonstrated commitment to building strong and welcoming cultures that help to develop others; exemplification of Braven’s core values; and experience that has informed your belief in Braven’s mission and has prepared you to work with or for Braven’s student Fellow population. Please know that no one ever meets 100% of the preferred qualifications. If much of this describes you, we encourage you to apply. Work Demands • Ability to work in person in either Chicago (IL), New York City (NYC) , or Newark (NJ), 3 days per week, • Authorized to work in the U.S. While the interview process may vary slightly, the general process will be: • Phone screen with a Talent Team member, • Performance Task, • Interview with Hiring Manager, • Panel Interview with Key Partners Compensation and Benefits Braven offers competitive base salaries based on the midpoint of the market among not-for-profit organizations of similar size, with opportunities for salary growth over time. We believe in compensating staff members fairly in relation to each other, their qualifications, and their impact on behalf of the organization, and take internal and external equity seriously. Given our commitment to equity, Braven does not negotiate salary offers; instead, each salary offer is determined carefully using external and internal benchmarking. New hires can expect a starting salary at the lower end of the range, as Braven compensates based on the requirements and scope of the role rather than years of experience or prior salary, allowing for growth with performance and maintaining internal equity. The salary ranges, by geographic market, for this role are set forth $83,600-$104,400 in Chicago, and $92,000-$114,900 in Newark and New York. This is a full-time, regular, exempt, and benefits eligible position where you will be working at 100% capacity. Braven also provides competitive, comprehensive benefits, recognition, and career development. While Braven reserves the right to change benefits at any time, current benefits include: • Unlimited vacation time in addition to org-wide holidays and week-long shutdowns in July and the end of the calendar year (this is a minimum of 19 days per year), • Braven supports your path to parenthood and beyond with $25,000 in lifetime Carrot benefits for fertility, family-building, and hormonal health, • Match of your 401K contribution up to 5% of your base annual salary, starting your first full month, • Coverage of 85% of health insurance premium for employee and dependents, • 12 weeks of paid parental leave, • A one-month paid sabbatical after 4 years on staff Please note that Braven is firm in its compensation philosophy; therefore, only candidates who believe that our total rewards package matches what they are looking for in their next opportunity are encouraged to apply. Location We gather in the office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday) and work remotely 2 days a week (Monday and Friday). Therefore, this role requires teammates to live within commuting distance of one of our hubs: Chicago, New York City, or Newark. We believe in the magic, connection, and collaboration that happens when people work together face-to-face, and we believe in giving people the flexibility to focus, balance personal priorities, and save themselves two commutes per week. Braven is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor. We encourage talented individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Job DescriptionDescription: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, responsible for the financial integrity and operational excellence of our $58M nonprofit organization. This role provides strategic leadership in finance, technology, and business operations, ensuring compliance, sustainability, and mission alignment. The CFO champions the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, while advancing our cause of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The CFO oversees Finance, Development Accounting, Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), and CRM systems. Requirements: Essential Functions: Mission-Driven Financial Leadership • Develop and execute financial strategies that directly support the YMCA’s mission and strategic priorities., • Develop and oversee budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans, ensuring resources are allocated to maximize community impact., • Advise the CEO and Board on financial performance, risks, and opportunities, always with a focus on advancing the Y’s cause., • Oversee all accounting functions, including fund accounting for restricted and unrestricted funds, with transparency and integrity., • Manage treasury, and cash flow operations., • Ensure grant compliance, accurate reporting, and adherence to donor restrictions to build trust with funders and stakeholders., • Prepare and present financial reports to the Board and Finance, and Audit Committees, fostering open communication and shared understanding., • Partner with Development to provide financial insights for campaigns, grants, and donor stewardship, supporting the Y’s philanthropic mission., • Collaborate with the executive team to cultivate community and business relationships that further the Association’s vision., • Lead team members to manage CRM systems for member engagement and revenue controls, driving operational efficiency., • Supervise AR and AP teams, ensuring timely and accurate processing., • Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, modeling YMCA values in all interactions., • Champion the Y’s customer service initiative, “Expect the Best”., • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA strongly preferred., • Minimum 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally in a nonprofit or complex organization., • Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, fund accounting, and grant compliance., • Proven experience managing accounting and CRM systems. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off (PTO), paid sick leave, paid holidays, a legal plan, long-term disability, life insurance, 12% retirement benefits upon eligibility, a 403 (b) plan, an employee assistance program, professional development opportunities, Metro Y program discounts, and complimentary use of YMCA facilities. Full-time employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Job Description Title: Senior Coordinator, Executive Support Team: Chief Executive Officer's Office Location: Hybrid in Chicago (IL), Atlanta (GA), Newark (NJ), or New York (NYC) Employment Type: Full-time FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Start Date: ASAP About Braven Braven is a national nonprofit that prepares promising college students to secure a strong first opportunity after college graduation through a career-accelerating program. We work with higher education and employer partners to offer a life-changing experience that begins with a semester-long course for college students followed by support that lasts through graduation. Together, our ambition is to help rebuild the middle class and revitalize the American Dream. About the Role In order to achieve its ambition of serving 80,000-100,000 Fellows over the next decade, Braven is hiring an Senior Coordinator, Executive Support who will provide executive support and constituent relationship management support to two senior leaders, with the potential to support additional leaders if needed. As a member of the Office of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), this person will help identify opportunities to standardize and enhance the quality of our leaders' administrative support and assist in the daily operation of their regional hub when required. This role is on the Office of the CEO team and reports directly to the Director, Executive Support. What You'll Do Minimum Requirements Support Senior Leaders (85%). • Provide administrative support to multiple executives, which includes scheduling in-person meetings and conference calls, and managing their calendars., • Responsible for travel logistics, including booking flights, train travel, rental cars, hotel rooms, and ensuring all travel details are confirmed for your executives., • Facilitate weekly look-ahead/look-back meetings to align on the executive’s priorities and goals, utilizing Jira and Trello to allow for cross-team collaboration as needed., • Facilitate regular touchpoints with your executives to discuss urgent items., • Coordinate logistics for meetings, including but not limited to managing attendee invitations and responses, preparing and printing materials, arranging catering and travel, and overseeing on-site logistics., • Enter stakeholder data and project details into Salesforce., • Assist executives with managing their email inboxes, as needed, including finding missing receipts., • Ensure timely, professional correspondence to internal and external stakeholders and project manage correspondence before and after meetings., • Manage regional and/or national Board meeting logistics, including scheduling and preparation of materials as needed. This may require travel to the region to provide on-site support., • Provide backup to the Operations team as needed, including but not limited to receiving catering orders, packages, and requesting office supplies. Minimum Requirements • At least two (2) years of administrative experience, including calendar management, • Strong critical thinking, written, and interpersonal communication skills, • Ability to flawlessly manage multiple projects concurrently and independently, • Strong professional judgment and maturity; sensitivity with managing confidential information, and the ability to exercise discretion, • Strong customer service ethic., • Seeks out feedback, is receptive to feedback given proactively, and actively uses it to improve, • Interacts comfortably and authentically with people who have a range of identities, personalities, and ways of operating., • Ability to effectively manage up to ensure the timely completion of projects and tasks, • Stays focused on the objective and solutions when things are ambiguous or changing., • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience., • Proficiency in Salesforce, Zoom, Jira, and booking online travel., • Adaptability to new systems and project management software (Trello/Confluence, etc.)., • Extraordinary organizational skills and attention to detail., • Demonstrated commitment to building strong and welcoming cultures that help to develop others., • Exemplification of Braven’s core values., • Experience that has informed your belief in Braven’s mission and has prepared you to work with, or for, Braven’s student Fellow population. Please know that no one ever meets 100% of the preferred qualifications. If much of this describes you, we encourage you to apply. Work Demands • Ability to work in-person in a Braven office., • 10-20% travel for team meetings and all-team retreats., • 50 hours per week., • Authorized to work in the U.S. While the interview process may vary slightly, the general process will be: • Phone screen with Talent Team member, • Performance Task, • Interview with Hiring Manager, • Panel Interview with Key Partners New hires can expect a starting salary at the lower end of the range, as Braven compensates based on the requirements and scope of the role rather than years of experience or prior salary, allowing for growth with performance and maintaining internal equity. The salary ranges, by geographic market, for this role are set forth $44,600-$55,700 in Atlanta, $47,000-$58,700 in Chicago, $51,700-$64,600 in New York, NY & Newark, NJ. This is based on a 50-hour work week at an hourly rate. This is a full-time, regular, non-exempt, and benefits eligible position where you will be working at 100% capacity. Braven also provides competitive, comprehensive benefits, recognition, and career development. While Braven reserves the right to change benefits at any time, current benefits include: • Unlimited vacation time in addition to org-wide holidays and week-long shutdowns in July and the end of the calendar year (this is a minimum of 19 days per year), • Braven supports your path to parenthood and beyond with $25,000 in lifetime Carrot benefits for fertility, family-building, and hormonal health, • Match of your 401K contribution up to 5% of your base annual salary, starting your first full month, • Coverage of 85% of health insurance premium for employee and dependents, • 12 weeks of paid parental leave, • A one-month paid sabbatical after 4 years on staff Please note that Braven is firm in its compensation philosophy; therefore, only candidates who believe that our total rewards package matches what they are looking for in their next opportunity are encouraged to apply. Location We gather in the office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday) and work remotely 2 days a week (Monday and Friday). Therefore, this role requires teammates to live within commuting distance of one of our hubs: Atlanta, Chicago, New York, or Newark. We believe in the magic, connection, and collaboration that happens when people work together face-to-face, and we believe in giving people flexibility to focus, balance personal priorities, and save themselves two commutes per week. Braven is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor. We encourage talented individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

A+ Personnel celebrates its 38th Anniversary in the staffing industry in 2025! We have successfully been placing qualified candidates with top corporations, from entry to C-Level, in New Jersey and New York. We would like to thank our client companies and outstanding candidates for their major contribution to our continued success. We now look forward to assisting you with your next career move! Jill G. Rowland, President (Please note: If this position is not for you, but you would like us to assist you with your next career move, please forward your resume.) Senior Director of Resource Development (Fundraising) & External Affairs (Hybrid) – Basking Ridge, NJ - $90k - $130k, d/o/e This well-established client needs a dynamic, mission-driven leader with proven experience in fundraising strategy, grant writing, corporate sponsorships, marketing, and external relations. Responsibilities include: Leadership & Strategy: Develop and implement an integrated resource development and external relations strategy. Supervise and provide guidance to the Director of Fundraising and Marketing Manager. Collaborate with the Executive Director on strategic initiatives, Board engagement, and organizational planning. Track and report on development goals, donor pipelines, and outreach metrics. Fundraising & Donor Engagement: Design and execute comprehensive fundraising plans including individual giving, corporate partnerships, major gifts, special events, and annual campaigns. Support and oversee grant writing processes including identifying opportunities, developing proposals, and tracking compliance/reporting. Cultivate and maintain relationships with individual donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors. Drive donor stewardship strategies to deepen engagement and retention. External Affairs & Communications Serve as the primary ambassador of the organization in external events, partnerships, and public relations efforts. Oversee all external communications, including digital marketing, public outreach, newsletters, annual reports, and branding. Work closely with the Marketing Manager to maintain a strong and cohesive brand presence across all channels. Develop media relationships and secure positive coverage in local and national outlets. Corporate Sponsorship & Strategic Partnerships: Identify and secure strategic partnerships that support program growth and financial sustainability. Develop sponsorship packages and manage benefit fulfillment. Represent the organization in partnership meetings, conferences, and donor events. Team Management & Collaboration: Provide strong, values-based leadership to direct reports, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and impact. Support professional development and performance management for team members. Work cross-functionally with program and operations teams to align messaging, priorities, and funding needs. Requirements include: Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, marketing, communications, business, or related field; Master’s degree preferred. Minimum 7–10 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, resource development, and external affairs. Demonstrated success in managing comprehensive fundraising campaigns and securing major gifts/sponsorships. Strong knowledge of marketing, public relations, and branding in the nonprofit sector. Experience with grant writing and reporting. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Strong leadership experience, including staff supervision and team-building. If interested, please forward your resume to:

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, responsible for the financial integrity and operational excellence of our $58M nonprofit organization. We are in search of a new Cheif Financial Officer!. This role provides strategic leadership in finance, technolog

Job Description Visit.org is looking for an experienced, responsible, and driven Freelance Event Specialist, Newark, New Jersey to help us manage the logistics of an upcoming in-person event, which will be held live at a city near you! The right candidate will be based in Newark, New Jersey, and have corporate event experience, entrepreneurial spirit, extreme passion for our mission, and the energy and discipline to come in and be a builder in a start-up tech environment. Who are we? Visit.org helps companies discover & book thousands of carefully curated social impact team experiences, led by and benefitting local nonprofits. With its proprietary library of team-based experiences across 90+ countries, Visit.org provides HR, CSR, and Meetings & Events leaders highly scalable, culturally appropriate content for purpose-driven employee and client engagement. Some of our customers include Colgate, Paramount, Visa, Ancestry, Tommy Bahama, and more. Responsibilities: • Our team will set you up for success by coordinating all of the event details, shipping event materials, and arranging staffing for each event. We need YOU to be our day-of hands on the ground! Be our next onsite Event Coordinator for fun, engaging, team-building, social impact activities, experiences, and events that support a great cause., • Event Preparation: Join virtual planning meetings ahead of each event with all parties: corporate partner, nonprofit partner, Visit.org event host, Visit.org event coordinators, etc, • Take ownership and responsibility of our in-person events: be on-site to set up, align with the on-site team, tear down, clean site areas, problem-solve, and ensure high-quality customer experience, • Be the Visit.org representative, leader, and problem solver at events, • Align roles and responsibilities with the onsite team: event host, nonprofit organization, venue, additional staff, and corporate partner, • Manage check-in process for in-person events; providing a warm and friendly welcome to guests, • Problem-solving issues such as missing supplies, late staff, technology challenges, etc., • Escalate issues to the Events Team when necessary to keep them informed or help problem-solve, • Send consistent updates, photos, and videos to Events Team throughout event, • Breakdown after the event ends, helping to clean the site and repackage and ship all materials back to the distribution center, • Fluency in English and strong communication skills, • Based in Newark, New Jersey, • Schedule flexibility with availability to work on a contract per-event basis, as needed, • Experience in complex, large-scale events and smaller executive-level intimate events, • Shown experience in executing events at the highest level and continuously raising the bar on content and the customer experience, • Resourcefulness, have the ability to exhibit grace under pressure, and be solutions-minded in ambiguous situations, • Quick thinker — in the life of events, we have a back-up plan for the back-up plan; you can problem-solve on the fly, • Self-starter who is organized and detail-oriented, • You love building relationships with customers and enjoy customer service, • Experience with group facilitation and managing group dynamics, • You are able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed, • Willing and eager to travel to various areas of the local region, • You have super strong interpersonal and customer service skills, especially in fast-paced situations, • Able to wear many hats and take on varied tasks and projects, • Comfort being present and interacting with large crowds, • Physical Demands:, • Able to lift, slide, and carry up to 30 lbs., • Able to stand for an extended period of time This is an on location, in person , per event contract role In Newark, New Jersey. This role is open only to those candidates already based in Newark, New Jersey. No relocation packages are offered at this time. Benefits • Competitive hourly rate, • The chance to do meaningful and impactful work, • The opportunity to meet with social impact-minded individuals, • A chance to build your experience for your resume!, • Potential for recurring freelance employment with Visit.org