VICE PRESIDENT OF PROGRAMS
Company: Project Scientist
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
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Description
Our Core Focus: We are building a just world by empowering girls to
become innovators and disruptors in STEM.
Our Niche: Cultivating a joyful girl-centered STEM ecosystem
- While we focus on those who identify as girls, Project
Scientist is committed to serving children of all gender identities
and expressions
The Role: The Vice President of Programs will play a pivotal
leadership role, shaping the strategy, execution, and reporting of
our educational programs to drive impact on a national scale. This
executive will be instrumental in enhancing and expanding our
program offerings, which empower thousands of students annually,
with a sharp focus on equity in STEM education. They will ensure
these programs align with the organization's mission, work
collaboratively with the Advancement team to secure funding, and
lead with empathy, equity, and innovation to guarantee exceptional
long term student-centered outcomes. The VP of Programs will be a
dynamic leader, adept at forging partnerships, driving strategic
initiatives, and fostering a culture of excellence across the
organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Vision:
- Design, implement, and scale high-impact educational programs
focusing on advancing STEM equity and ensuring alignment with the
organization's overarching mission.
- Spearhead innovative initiatives to increase student
participation, engagement, and long-term impact, ensuring programs
are responsive to evolving educational trends and the needs of
diverse learners.
Program Management & Optimization:
- Oversee all facets of program delivery, including curriculum,
hands-on experiments, design, school and community partnerships,
and expansion efforts, with an emphasis on creating deep,
meaningful learning experiences.
- Continuously evaluate and optimize programmatic offerings to
ensure they are impactful, scalable, and sustainable while driving
long-term success for students.
- Own Teaching Institute program including securing educational
partners and developing and executing professional development
lessons rooted in racial and gender-equitable teaching
practices.
- Ability to travel up to 20% of the time to oversee and support
program delivery in each region.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of program
professionals, fostering an environment of innovation,
accountability, and collaboration.
- Cultivate a strong team culture centered around inclusion,
empathy, and excellence.
Cross-Departmental Collaboration:
- Collaborate closely with the Advancement team to align
programmatic growth with fundraising efforts, secure necessary
resources, and manage program budgets effectively.
- Manage program budget including forecasting, expenses,
calculating cost per girls, etc.
- Drive organizational cohesion, ensuring seamless integration
between program delivery and organizational development goals.
Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Establish and nurture strategic partnerships with educational
institutions, STEM industry leaders, nonprofits, and community
organizations to drive program impact and expansion.
- Act as an advocate and spokesperson for the organization,
representing its mission to diverse audiences and at key
conferences, public events, and in the media.
Data-Driven Evaluation & Continuous Improvement:
- Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive
evaluation framework to measure the success and effectiveness of
all programs, ensuring data-driven decision-making.
- Utilize qualitative and quantitative data to assess program
performance, refine curriculum, measurable student outcomes, and
ensure resources are effectively allocated to maximize
impact.
- Lead quarterly data reviews and present insights to the
executive team and board, offering actionable recommendations for
program enhancements.
- Design and manage systems to capture comprehensive data on
program performance, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all
initiatives.
- Develop and refine outcome metrics to assess student learning,
engagement, and career trajectory impact in STEM fields, providing
clear insights into program effectiveness.
- Create channels for gathering feedback from students,
educators, and partners to continuously improve program design and
delivery.
Reporting & Communication:
- Generate detailed reports for stakeholders, funders, and the
board of directors, clearly articulating key outcomes, areas for
improvement, and future opportunities.
Key Qualifications:
Educational & Professional Background:
- At least five years of K-12 teaching experience preferred or
equivalence
- 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in program
management, preferably within the nonprofit, education, or STEM
sectors.
- Demonstrated expertise in STEM education, advocacy, or
equity-driven initiatives, with a strong foundation in curriculum
design or educational leadership.
- Experience working with diverse populations, with a commitment
to advancing gender and racial equity in education.
Leadership Competencies:
- Proven ability to lead diverse teams and drive strategic goals
with a balance of empathy and accountability.
- A strategic thinker with a track record of driving innovation
and solving complex challenges related to program implementation
and impact.
Collaboration & Communication:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability
to build relationships across internal teams, community partners,
and external stakeholders.
- Experience advocating for organizational mission at public
events and to a wide range of audiences.
Analytical & Data-Driven:
- Proficient in data analysis and the use of impact metrics to
drive program improvements, student outcomes, and make informed
decisions.
- Experience managing budgets and collaborating with fundraising
teams to ensure the sustainability and growth of program
initiatives.
Emotional Intelligence & Cultural Competency:
- High emotional intelligence with a demonstrated commitment to
leading with empathy, inclusivity, and equity.
Benefits:
- 14 days of accrued PTO, federal holiday closures, 3 personal
days, and 6 sick days
- 403 (b) Retirement Plan and 3% match (vested after
12-months)
- 100% Paid Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible schedule
- Ability to work remotely
- Technology stipend
- Parental Leave
Application Process:
- Timeline: Applications will be accepted for two weeks, with a
target start date of late October 2024.
- Interview Process: Three rounds of interviews with senior
leaders, including board members.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Candidates from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Final offers of employment are contingent upon completing a
background check that may include employment history, a national
criminal background check, a national sex offender registry search,
and a driving history check.
Project Scientist does not discriminate based on race, color,
national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender expression, gender
identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability,
military, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, age,
citizenship, or any other basis prohibited by law in any of its
policies or programs.
Our goal is to maintain a company culture where each individual,
regardless of background or identity, feels safe, respected, and
valued as a leader or contributor to our organizational mission,
vision, and purpose. We strive to be an example for other
organizations seeking to create diverse, equitable, inclusive, and
belonging working environments, systems, and processes.
Salary
$125,000 - $125,000 per year
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