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Ashoka's vision is of a future where everyone has the lifelong power to contribute to a rapidly changing world. If everyone is a changemaker and contributor, humanity's new solutions can keep pace with the new problems, and a more equitable future can be achieved. We are a passionate, entrepreneurial team across more than 100 countries working together to achieve this vision. What You'll Do: Build a framework for lifelong contribution: Help society recognize and accelerate mechanisms that will allow everyone to be a changemaker throughout life, especially after their 60s. Initiate and build strong partnerships with top institutions to enable this framework and shift mindsets and behaviors around lifelong contribution and changemaking. Co-Lead the New Longevity global team and strategy with cross-functional and cross-organizational stakeholders. This entails iteratively learning and creating, as well as integrating efforts with the larger global team. What You Bring: Track record of highly successful entrepreneurship, with a history of generating new ideas and leading them to system-changing impacts Demonstrated ability in innovative revenue & resource generation, major client/partner relationship management, resource mobilization, and balanced budget management. Demonstrated effectiveness in developing strong partnerships and cross-sector coalitions in an entrepreneurial context Openness and flexibility to think across fields and geographies Excellent conceptual and communication skills Gracious team player Minimum of 20 years' experience Strong networks in the fields of longevity, government, and media ideal Core Criteria Entrepreneurial Quality: Compelled to take creative initiative and ownership (e.g. founding an organization or company, starting a movement, or re-shaping the work of an existing organization). Demonstrates relentless and realistic how-to-thinking and passion for seeing their ideas come to life. Understanding and Belief in the Everyone a Changemaker: Understands and believes the Everyone a Changemaker vision at a gut level. To be able to innately ‘get' this, candidates should have a broad and inquisitive intellectual and a thinking pattern that connects the dots between historical trends and current social context. Emotional and Social Intelligence: Ability to work efficiently and respectfully in teams, putting organizational/team goal first (personal glory second). Ethical Fiber: Exceptionally strong ethical behavior. Is self-reflective and has strong empathy skills. Trustworthy. Self-Definition: The person expects that changing the world in big ways and on a continental scale is what he/she will do in life. About Ashoka: Ashoka is the world's largest community of leading social entrepreneurs, having pioneered the field of social entrepreneurship over 40 years ago. We support a robust network of more than 4,000 Ashoka Fellows in 90 countries who have successfully implemented systems-changing solutions to human and environmental problems globally. By learning from and collaborating with our Fellows and other social entrepreneurs, Ashoka identifies patterns and key levers to help society gain a new framework for living in the world as a changemaker. Our current work is centered around the "Everyone a Changemaker" (EACH) movement, which stems from our belief that everyone has the potential and responsibility to make positive change in an ever-changing world. We continue to grow a global movement of social entrepreneurship, recognizing that the rate of change is accelerating and our problems are growing faster than our solutions.

Background The American Chemical Society (ACS) is a non-profit organization founded in 1876 and chartered by the U.S. Congress. ACS is committed to improving all lives through the transforming power of chemistry. Our mission is to advance scientific knowledge, empower a global community, and champion scientific integrity. Our vision is a world built on science. There are two major operating locations with approximately 1,850 employees. In addition, the ACS has a representative foreign office in China and several field representatives throughout Europe and Asia who promote the use of ACS programs, products, and services. A dozen field offices in the United States and abroad also serve as news gathering centers for Chemical & Engineering News, the monthly ACS magazine. Global operations are managed through ACSI, Ltd. The Society's annual operating revenue is approximately $800M. The Society's membership is composed of individuals of widely diversified interests and objectives, ranging from undergraduate students in the chemical sciences to the highly experienced chemical professionals in industry, academia, government and elsewhere. The Society has over 180 local sections and over thirty technical divisions as well as student chapters and international chapters. Position Summary Under the Society's Business Strategy and Operations (BSO) unit, the Research and Innovation (R&I) department serves as stewards of the Society's research and innovation efforts across functional areas such as Membership, Education and Career Development, Science, Research & Sustainability, and Meetings & Expositions, among others. The R&I department advises on defining what we want to learn or solve; gathers relevant data from internal systems, new research, or external sources; and uses qualitative and quantitative data analysis to generate insights that drive and validate decisions and identify trends. The department also leads the Society Units' innovation governance, strategy, and implementation. Reporting to the R&I Director, the R&I Operations Manager will support research and innovation management and initiatives. This role will ensure smooth operations across research activities, knowledge management, and communications. The Operations Manager will manage access to platforms, assist with recruitment for surveys and interviews, provide editorial support, and lead efforts to centralize and share insights through the upcoming "Insights Hub." By fostering collaboration and reducing silos, this position will help improve organizational decision-making. The Operations Manager will also work closely with the R&I Director to design and manage department strategy, work plans, and stakeholder engagement. Key Responsibilities * Oversee and maintain user access to research and innovation platforms, ensuring compliance and smooth functionality. * Coordinate recruitment efforts for surveys, interviews, and other research activities, including outreach and scheduling. * Provide editorial review and quality assurance for research outputs, reports, and communications materials. * Design and manage the "Insights Hub" to centralize research findings, ensuring accessibility and reducing information silos. * Develop and implement communication plans to share research insights across the organization. * Collaborate with the R&I Director to design, monitor, and update department strategies and work plans, and organize department meetings to ensure timely follow-up on action items. * Maintain communication with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and timely updates on research initiatives. * Track progress on initiatives, prepare status reports, and maintain accurate documentation for decision-making and accountability. * Identify and implement operational efficiencies to enhance R&I workflows. This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $84,000-$105,000 per year. ACS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account or health care savings account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and 4-week work from anywhere; each benefit is subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply based on skills, experience, and location. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.

The American Chemical Society (ACS) seeks a strategic and creative Corporate Communications Specialist to shape how employees experience and connect with ACS's mission. Reporting to the Assistant Director, Corporate Communications, this role serves as a trusted advisor to leadership and manages internal and crisis communications that foster transparency, alignment, and engagement across a global workforce. Key Responsibilities * Internal Communications Strategy and Execution * Develop and manage a strategic editorial calendar that aligns with organizational priorities and enhances employee engagement. * Create compelling, multi-channel content (announcements, intranet posts, leadership messages) tailored to diverse audiences. * Advise senior leaders on communication strategies that foster trust and clarity across ACS. * Crisis Communications and Preparedness * Lead development and periodic review of ACS's crisis communication protocols and staff preparedness training. * Serve as a key partner in rapid response efforts, ensuring timely, coordinated messaging during critical incidents. * Employee Engagement and Events * Plan and execute high-impact internal events (enterprise events, hybrid gatherings) that strengthen organizational culture and employee connection to ACS's mission. * Innovate event formats to maximize engagement and inclusivity. * Measurement and Continuous Improvement * Track and analyze engagement metrics to assess effectiveness of internal communications impacting behavioral change and employee engagement and inform the internal communications strategy. * Provide actionable insights to improve clarity, reach, and impact of internal messaging. * Team Collaboration * Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure unified messaging and alignment with ACS's strategic priorities. * Influence stakeholders and build consensus to deliver impactful communications across the enterprise. Qualifications & Behaviors * Candor: Maintains effective, respectful, and transparent communication with others in order to influence positive outcomes. * Change Agility: Adapts to change with flexibility and resilience and pursue thoughtful development opportunities that consider evolving organizational needs * Continuous Improvement: Consistently strives to produce quality work that considers business impact and improves the way we approach and complete our work. * Global Mindset: Applies a global perspective to our daily work and values individual and cultural differences and supports an open and inclusive culture that drives the organization's global impact. * Partnership Building: Builds trusting and supportive networks of relationships and considers diverse perspectives to collectively accomplish goals. * Solutions Focused: Uses business and organizational knowledge to proactively offer strategic and results-driven solutions that consider global perspectives and the broader business context. * Instills Trust: Gains confidence of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. * Decision Quality: Ability to make sound, timely, and effective decisions, even without complete information. * Ensures Accountability: Holds oneself and others responsible for meeting commitments. * Builds Effective Teams: Establishes a foundation of trust, shared purpose, and clear goals. Other Educational and Work Experience Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related fields. * 5+ years of experience in corporate communications, internal communications, or employee engagement. * Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling messages. * Proven ability to influence stakeholders and build consensus. Experience managing internal communications platforms and leveraging multimedia formats. * Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. * Data-driven mindset with experience using analytics to measure communication effectiveness. * Creative thinker who enjoys improving processes and centers the employee experience. * Experience in crisis communication planning and response. * Familiarity with change management principles and their application in communications. * Knowledge of employee engagement best practices and organizational culture initiatives. * Ability to think strategically and influence stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes. Preferred Qualifications * Experience supporting communications during organizational change. * Hands-on experience using social media (Instagram, Bluesky, LinkedIn) to contribute to strengthening the employer brand. * Experience with graphic design, photo editing, and publishing. * Ability to identify target audiences' preferences and produce tailored content. * Experience with analytics tools and data-driven decision-making. Why Join Us The Corporate Communications Specialist will play a key role in strengthening ACS' employee experience and culture at a time of growth and transformation. With a major rebrand planned for late 2026, this role will help keep our global staff informed, engaged, and inspired as we define the future of ACS together. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $100,000-$115,000 per year. This role is based in our Washington, DC office. ACS Education employees work a hybrid schedule, consisting of working onsite two days per work week, exact days are determined by functional area. The balance of the week is open to working remotely, though employees are always welcome onsite each day if they choose. ACS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account or health care savings account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and 4-week work from anywhere; each benefit is subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply based on skills, experience, and location. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.

Division and Unit Overview: The Office of Scientific Content Management is dedicated to supporting ACS committees, divisions, and regional and international scientific communities in the organization and execution of scientific meetings and events at local, national, and global levels. By leveraging data analytics, scientific insights from academia, industry, and governmental agencies, and a commitment to continuous process improvement, the team excels in evaluating meeting programming, implementing ACS initiatives, and redefining scientific discourse. This is achieved through innovative formats, dynamic content delivery, enhanced audience engagement, and global collaboration with educational institutions, research institutes, scientific societies, industry, governmental agencies, and non-governmental organizations. The office is a vital part of the American Chemical Society's Scientific Advancement Division. Position Summary: Reporting to the Director of the Office of Scientific Content Management, the Program Specialist is integral to the day-to-day engagement with ACS Divisions and Committees. This role focuses on implementing ACS initiatives in meeting programming, evaluating dynamic content delivery, fostering innovative meeting formats, enhancing audience engagement, and promoting global collaboration. The Program Specialist will leverage data analytics to support ACS meetings and events through solution-oriented interactions with internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities also include collaborating with other team members within the Office of Scientific Content Management and the Scientific Advancement Division, as well as interfacing with external societies, industry, and governmental groups. Key Responsibilities: * ACS Meetings Initiatives: Support the development and execution of initiatives designed to shape the future of ACS meetings. * Meeting Coordination: Organize and coordinate meetings that foster collaboration and engagement among ACS Divisions and Committees. * Programming Support: Provide data-driven insights and scientific input into technical session programming for ACS meetings and events. * Project Management: Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, track progress, and manage programming projects to ensure timely completion. * Communication Management: Maintain up-to-date contact lists and facilitate constant communication with ACS Division leadership and program chairs. * Liaison Duties: Serve as the ACS staff liaison to ACS committees, managing internal and external communications related to assigned ACS Divisions, including handling requests, inquiries, and ACS initiatives. * Session Coordination: Oversee session programming at ACS National Meetings and other relevant events. * Grants and Awards Administration: Assist in the administration of grants and awards programs. * Scientific Publications: Contribute to the writing and revision of scientific publications and manuscripts. Qualifications: * Education: Master's degree in science or engineering required; PhD degree and specialized training in materials or energy research preferred. * Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and Experience; relevant industry experience preferred Skills: o Strong organizational skills with the flexibility to handle rapidly changing priorities. o Ability to work collaboratively in a mission-driven environment to achieve both short and long-term goals. o Excellent oral and written communication skills. o Technologically savvy, with a willingness to learn and adapt to new software platforms used by internal and external stakeholders. o Project management and data analysis experience is highly desirable but not mandatory. Work Environment: The successful candidate will join a small, mission-driven team within a large organization. A self-starter mentality is crucial, with the ability to quickly absorb information and drive projects forward in a collaborative setting. The role requires adaptability, flexibility, and a proactive approach to overcoming challenges. This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $70,000-$82,000 per year. ACS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account or health care savings account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and 4-week work from anywhere; each benefit is subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply based on skills, experience, and location. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.

First Book has a mandatory Covid-19 vaccination policy (medical and religious exemptions permitted). Proof of fully vaccinated status is required before an interview. First Book (*********************** believes that education offers children the best possible path out of poverty. Reaching 5 million children from birth to age 18 annually, First Book has also built the country's largest and fastest growing network of educators serving kids in need: today First Book reaches 600,000 educators nationwide - and growing every week. A global leader in social enterprise, First Book harnesses the strategies of the private sector to advance social change. First Book has built a family of social enterprises to serve its network of educators and support children in need, including the First Book Marketplace, The First Book Accelerator, First Book Insights, and a range of other efforts. In fact, since 1992, First Book has distributed more than 225 million books and educational materials to children from low-income families. Because of its record of innovation and impact, First Book has been celebrated globally by such institutions as the Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship, the World Economic Forum and in case studies at Columbia Business School, Wharton Business School, the Yale School of Management, and the London School of Economics. Finally, Charity Navigator recently awarded First Book its highest rating, including a perfect 100% score for Accountability & Transparency. About the position: (This is not a 100% remote position/ MANDATORY IN OFFICE: Tuesday & Wednesday) First Book seeks a Coordinator, Corporate Partnerships to support the Strategic Alliances team in implementing and managing its nationally recognized cause‑marketing and corporate social responsibility (CSR) campaigns. These campaigns include partnerships with leading companies such as KPMG, Citi, Pizza Hut, and Disney, and align with First Book's mission to expand educational equity. The Coordinator will provide project management, event planning, partnership coordination, corporate communications support, and budgeting assistance across multiple campaigns and partner initiatives. The role also supports the development of partnership proposals, activation plans, and partner-facing materials within a fast-paced, results-driven environment. This position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cause-based marketing, public-private partnerships, corporate philanthropy, and social impact strategy, helping partners achieve both marketing and social impact objectives while advancing First Book's organizational goals. The Coordinator works closely with the full Strategic Alliances team and reports directly to the Vice President of Strategic Alliances. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Support internal preparation for partner meetings by organizing materials, drafting agendas, and ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate. Support event logistics with corporate partners and internal teams by managing schedules, preparing materials, and coordinating onsite or virtual execution. Participate in partner calls and meetings by taking notes and documenting action items. Assist with tracking and administrative coordination by maintaining databases, updating project trackers, and completing follow‑up tasks. Support communications tasks for cause‑marketing campaigns by gathering assets, organizing content, and routing materials for review. Draft sections of partner impact reports and internal summaries using relevant data and program outcomes. Participate in team meetings by preparing agendas and capturing decisions and action items for follow‑ Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to complete partnership deliverables and shared tasks on schedule. Provide administrative support to the Strategic Alliances team, including scheduling meetings, coordinating logistics, preparing gift acknowledgments, updating the partnership pipeline, and conducting basic research. Travel up to 40% during peak activation periods to support events and partnership activities. Perform general administrative tasks and other duties to support department operations. Education Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) required; coursework in business, marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or social enterprise preferred. Skills & Experience Demonstrated self‑starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work independently. Strong team collaboration and project management skills, with experience working across cross‑functional teams. Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity within matrixed organizational structures. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, including experience presenting in partner meetings. Experience preparing partner‑facing materials and presentations with increasing autonomy. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience using donor databases or CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) and familiarity with social media in a professional setting. Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. All full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: Eligibility for medical and dental insurance coverage, in accordance with plan terms. Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, subject to plan provisions. Paid vacation leave, accrued in accordance with organizational policy. Paid sick leave, provided in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Up to twelve (12) paid holidays annually, subject to organizational schedule and business needs. Eligibility to participate in the organization's 401(k) retirement plan, including employer matching contributions, in accordance with plan documents. Eligibility for an employer-provided parking stipend, subject to program guidelines and business needs. TO APPLY: Candidates are invited to submit a resume and a cover letter detailing their interest in the position via *************************************** Applications submitted through external sites (including Idealist) will not be considered. If you need assistance with applying, please reach out to Tasha McNeill at ************** or **********************. See what First Book has been up to!: ********************************** ***************************** ************************************** *************************************** ********************************************

The Urban Land Institute (ULI) is a global, member-led nonprofit research and education organization. Founded in 1936, the Institute has more than 48,000 members worldwide representing the spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines, working in private enterprise and public service. As the preeminent, multidisciplinary real estate forum, ULI facilitates the open exchange of ideas, information, and experience among local, regional, national, and international industry leaders and policy makers dedicated to creating better places. The mission of ULI is to shape the future of the built environment for transformative impact in communities worldwide. POSITION SUMMARY: The Vice President of Knowledge Sharing is a key strategic leader responsible for translating research, current information, and insights on commercial real estate, planning, and land use into transformative learning, collaborative, and recognition programs for our members and the public. The Vice President serves as a key leader responsible for advancing the organization's mission through learning, collaboration, and recognition. This role oversees the delivery and implementation of education, learning programs and awards initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness, advance the commercial real estate and land use industry, elevate professional standards, and empower ULI members to create transformative impact within their communities. This role will be responsible for leading the product roadmap to position ULI as the premier destination for online education in interdisciplinary real estate and land use. The ideal candidate must possess a strong understanding of the built environment, key real estate industry challenges, and the professional lifecycle of our members across one or more disciplines, alongside expertise in adult learning and organizational knowledge practices, , and the ability to build systems that empower members to share, learn, grow and innovate together. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Knowledge Sharing & Content Delivery Develop and lead a knowledge-sharing operations team that captures, curates, and disseminates research, policy information, and case studies on land use, development, and finance and investment across the global membership. Oversee digital content delivery channels (learning platforms, knowledge hubs, etc.) ensuring content is aligned with pressing real estate development challenges and the interests of developers, investors, planners, designers, and public officials. Partner with business units and subject matter experts to capture and share member and industry knowledge through in-person and virtual events and delivery channels. Collaborate with other business units, especially content marketing, to source, create, and distribute relevant and valuable content to drive member value and attract and retain members. Partnering with members and subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop and deliver high-quality, practical and inspirational content for major conferences and events, ensuring ULI Meetings maintains their position as the premier forum for interdisciplinary industry exchange across the built environment. Implement tools and technologies that enhance collaboration and content management across the organization. Learning & Development Programs Lead the delivery and execution of enterprise learning programs and leadership development initiatives, tailored to ULI members at various career stages. Oversee a portfolio of member-focused internal and external learning resources, ensuring relevance, quality, and accessibility for all members. Champion continuous learning and innovation through blended learning methods, communities of practice, and peer-to-peer learning models. Measure and report on the effectiveness of learning programs and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Awards & Recognition Programs Oversee ULI's awards and recognition programs that celebrate excellence, innovation, vision, and collaboration. Oversee the nomination, selection, and celebration processes for member awards. Ensure programs are inclusive, transparent, fair, and aligned with the organization's values and strategic priorities. Collaborate with other business units, including marketing and communications, to highlight achievements and success stories across the organization. Product Management Own and manage the entire lifecycle of the eLearning product portfolio, from market research and ideation to launch, performance analysis and retirement of courses. Manage the program's budget and P&L, setting pricing strategies, forecasting revenue, managing expenses, and ensuring the program meets its financial targets. Leadership & Collaboration Lead a cross-functional team of learning, content and recognition program professionals Collaborate with senior leaders, expert members, and key external partners to integrate knowledge sharing to ensure alignment and support for the learning strategy. Build and maintain relationships with external partners, thought leaders, and professional networks to bring best practices into the organization Serve as a visible advocate for member learning, knowledge equity, and a recognition culture MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Education, Organizational Development, or a related field; advanced degree preferred. Demonstrated professional experience within the commercial real estate, urban planning, or land use sectors, or a substantial history of translating complex technical industry content from these fields into learning programs. Demonstrated professional experience of progressive leadership experience in knowledge management, adult learning and content delivery, or related disciplines. Proven success in delivering and scaling enterprise-wide learning or knowledge-sharing initiatives. Experience leading awards or recognition programs, preferably in a membership organization. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Deep understanding of content management systems, learning technologies, and analytics tools. WORKING CONDITIONS: Hybrid position based in Washington, D.C. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support system updates, vendor implementations, or critical issues. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and stand/walk for long periods at events COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $128,299 to $144,337. Actual compensation will be based on experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. This role is part of ULI's comprehensive compensation package, which includes competitive benefits. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: ULI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran or active military status, non-citizenship or citizenship status, arrest or conviction record, credit history, salary history, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or partnership status, familial status, unemployment status, status as a victim of domestic violence or sexual violence, or any other status protected by applicable law. EOE/m/f/d/v. No relocation reimbursement is offered at this time.

The American Chemical Society (ACS) is the world's largest scientific membership association, with a mission to "advance the broader chemistry enterprise and its practitioners for the benefit of Earth and its people". ACS Publications is a Division of the ACS and has all the characteristics of a medium-large scientific and technical publishing organization. It is one of two Divisions charged with serving the dual function of generating a reliable annual surplus to support the Society's programmatic activities, while also fulfilling a core goal of the Society in advancing knowledge in the field of chemistry and the chemical enterprise. The Division publishes 80+ high-quality peer-reviewed journals covering the breadth of chemistry and allied fields, as well as numerous other high-quality products and services of benefit to the global community. The Division has US-based facilities in Washington, D.C. and Columbus OH, as well as worldwide operations in a growing number of international locations under ACS International, Ltd. (ACSI) including but not limited to the UK, Singapore, China, and India. Within the Publications Division, Global Technology Services (GTS) is tasked with providing all required technological support for the publishing activities of the ACS. The primary verticals in the GTS infrastructure include: * Customer Engagement * Innovation Enablement * Business Operations and Administration * Foundational & Technology Operations * Strategy & Execution * Publishing Operations & Business Systems * Data Engineering This position will reside within the Product Development vertical and will report to the Senior Technology Manager. Position Summary As a Sr Cloud Engineer/ Architect at ACS, a leading source of scientific information, you will be instrumental in implementing and managing cloud solutions. This role demands a profound understanding of cloud services, especially in Amazon Web Services (AWS). Your expertise will be critical in the development and management of our cloud-based infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration and efficient operation across our extensive range of scientific and scholarly publications, national conferences, and other services. The Position will involve design and hands-on implementation with a small team. Technical Skills 1. Proficiency in AWS Cloud Platforms: expertise in major cloud platforms like AWS. Understanding their core services such as computing, storage, and databases is crucial 2. Linux Fundamentals: Many cloud environments run on Linux, so having a solid understanding of Linux basics is essential 3. Networking and Virtualization: Knowledge of networking concepts and virtualization technologies is important for managing cloud infrastructure 4. Security and Compliance: Understanding cloud security best practices and compliance requirements is vital to protect data and applications 5. Automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Skills in tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, and Azure Resource Manager help automate the provisioning and management of cloud resources 6. Containerization and Orchestration: Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes for container management and orchestration is highly valuable 7. Programming and Scripting: Proficiency in languages like Python, Java, or Bash for scripting and automation tasks 8. Database Management: Understanding different database services and management techniques is important for handling data in the cloud 9. Monitoring, Logging, and Cost Optimization: Skills in monitoring and logging tools, as well as strategies for cost optimization, ensure efficient cloud operations 10. Ability to rationalize the cost of cloud resource usage: Skills in reviewing infrastructure and services used by applications or platforms to resize and upgrade to reduce cost of cloud footprint. Soft Skills 1. Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly and efficiently. 2. Communication: Strong communication skills to collaborate with teams and explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. 3. Continuous Learning: The cloud landscape is constantly evolving, so a commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest technologies is crucial. 4. Project Management: Skills in managing projects, timelines, and resources effectively. Position Accountabilities [ Sr Cloud Architect/ Engineer] * Minimum 10+ years of cloud engineering/development experience required for this position * Ability to plan, design, explain and anticipate impact of services used in the cloud. * Implement, and manage cloud solutions in AWS, using cloud native solutions and optimizations. * Take ownership of the provision of Cloud services and products. Develop and manage infrastructure automation focusing on scalability and security. * Work closely with software and AI engineer teams to meet project acceptance criteria, document requirements, support continuous integration and delivery, and mentor junior staff members in cloud technologies and best practices. * Experience with Design, develop, and manage dev, test, and production environments, ensuring robust software configuration management throughout the application development lifecycle. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile setting, to provide architecture support on AWS * Infrastructure o Utilize Terraform and other Infrastructure as Code to automate and manage cloud infrastructure. o Develop and maintain Infrastructure CI/CD pipeline via tools such as Brainboard, ensuring smooth IAC deployments and integrations using GitHub o Work with serverless computing frameworks on AWS to enhance application scalability and efficiency. * Kubernetes & Container Platform Operations o Implement, scale, and upgrade AWS EKS clusters o Manage workloads, node groups, network flows, and cluster security o Containerization strategies: Docker, EKS, GitHub Actions, ArgoCD o Extensive experience in implementing AWS EKS clusters, management and scaling of the clusters with a good knowledge of traffic in/ouflows via subnet configurations and gateways. Linux experience is a plus. * Security, IAM & Compliance o Build IAM role models, SSO, SCPs, permission boundaries o Implement security guardrails: cross strike, sonarcube, etc o Secrets management (AWS Secrets Manager, SSM) o Ensure compliance alignment * Data, Storage & Backup Strategy o S3 lifecycle & replication design o EBS, EFS, RDS/Aurora usage patterns o Backups, snapshots, restore testing, DR runbook For this role, we are preferring candidates in US office, will need to work extensively with UK and India time zone teams. Travel as required. This role can be based in our Washington, D.C. or Colombus, OH offices. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is * For DC, between $144,000-195,000 per year. * For OH, between $130,000-176,000 per year. ACS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account or health care savings account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and 4-week work from anywhere; each benefit is subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply based on skills, experience, and location. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.

ACS seeks a dynamic, innovative, and experienced Program Manager to lead the Preparing Chemical Technical Professionals (P-CTP) program. This role will have primary responsibility for developing and implementing initiatives that 1) increase awareness of skilled technical workforce (STW) careers within the chemical enterprise, 2) support the programs and communities that prepare chemical technical professionals, and 3) enable and foster partnerships between stakeholders engaged in the preparation of chemical technical professionals. The incumbent reports to the Director, Academic Engagement and Experiences. This is a program manager role - the incumbent: applies knowledge and experience in workforce development, demonstrates creativity to perform assignments and identify solutions; sets priorities and goals; evaluates results; and collaborates with others to accomplish work. Fostering Awareness of CTP Careers * Develop and implement initiatives that increase awareness of skilled technical workforce (STW) careers within the chemical enterprise. * Building and maintaining strong working relationships with internal (i.e. Marketing, Communications, Education, Philanthropy) and external stakeholders (e. ACS governance groups, schools, government agencies, industry) to increase the visibility of CTP careers and pathways to CTP careers; * Attending events, conferences, internal and external meetings to promote the preparing Chemical Technical Professionals (P-CTP) program. * Track the effectiveness of strategies that promote awareness and report on effectiveness. Building and Supporting Communities * Develop and implement initiatives that support the programs and communities that prepare chemical technical professionals. * Create strategic touchpoints that facilitate community connection, engagement, information sharing, professional development, and support among those that prepare chemical technical professionals. * Partner with internal (i.e. Marketing, Communications, Education, Philanthropy) and external stakeholders (e. ACS governance groups, schools, government agencies, industry) to identify and engage community members and champions. * Track the growth and effectiveness of community building and engagement strategies. Partnership Enablement and Support * Develop and implement initiatives that enable partnerships between stakeholders engaged in the preparation of chemical technical professionals. * Partner with internal and external stakeholders to identify and facilitate partnership opportunities. * Create guidance tools that facilitate partnerships between industry and the community/technical college programs that prepare chemical technical professionals. * Facilitate ACS participation in strategic partnerships that support the preparation of chemical technical professionals. * Identify and highlight replicable models of successful industry and community/technical college programs. * Facilitate connections between industry and community/technical college programs that prepare chemical technical professionals. The position also maintains an in-depth understanding of the CTP and CTP educator landscape to inform effective programming that aligns with community and industry needs. The position contributes to complementary initiatives and projects that promote and advance skilled technical professional careers within the chemical enterprise. Education/Experience/Technological Knowledge The incumbent will have a history of demonstrated success bringing projects to fruition while providing creative and resourceful solutions to complex challenges. Additional requirements include: * Bachelor's Degree in a field related to STEM required * 7+ years of related experience. Experience in workforce development, career and technical education (CTE), work-based learning, or apprenticeships preferred * Demonstrated program and project management experience required * Proven ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholders * Strong writing and verbal communications skills for interacting with stakeholders; * Demonstrated success in building and sustaining communities * Proven ability to develop and execute new programs * Organizational and analytical skills with an attention to detail * Outstanding interpersonal skills with focus on collaboration and consensus building * Ability to influence without positional authority and build consensus among stakeholders * Comfort working independently while leveraging collaboration skills to drive for results * Desire to learn new skills and grow. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $105,000-$115,000 per year. This role is based in our Washington, DC office. ACS Education employees work a hybrid schedule, consisting of working onsite two days per work week, exact days are determined by functional area. The balance of the week is open to working remotely, though employees are always welcome onsite each day if they choose. #LI-VB1

The National Community Reinvestment Coalition is a network of organizations and individuals dedicated to creating a nation that not only promises but delivers opportunities for all Americans to build wealth and live well. We work with community leaders, policymakers and institutions to advance solutions and build the will to solve America's persistent racial and socio-economic wealth, income and opportunity divides, and to make a Just Economy a national priority and a local reality. This vision is the foundation of the Just Economy Pledge. NCRC's unique mix of research, investigations, investments, media, grant-making, training, advocacy, litigation, lending, convening and facilitation strengthens communities of historic disinvestment, expands economic mobility, holds public and private institutions accountable for their impacts, and informs local and national leaders, policymakers and the private sector. Established in 2007 and certified by the U.S. Treasury as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) in 2012, NCRC Community Development Fund (NCRC CDF) is a 501(c)3 whose mission is to help bridge the racial wealth divide in America's underserved communities. NCRC CDF is a subsidiary of the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC). NCRC CDF invests in affordable housing development and provides access to capital and business support services nationwide. We leverage our cultural competencies in support of small business sustainability and access to affordable housing across the country with an emphasis on Black, Latino, and low-income communities. Position Overview NCRC CDF is seeking an exceptional and detail-oriented Credit Analyst Specialist to manage and oversee a high volume of small business and affordable housing loans. The ideal candidate will be an adept multi-tasker, goal-driven, and highly focused on ensuring loans are serviced accurately and timely. This role requires close collaboration with financial professionals and clients to maintain the integrity of loan servicing, payment processing, and account updates. The Credit Analyst Specialist will also be responsible for analyzing loans, preparing credit analysis for the loan committee, and conducting annual credit reviews. They will write credit memos and summaries with recommendations for loan officers. Additionally, the manager will track, analyze, and manage non-performing, underperforming, and delinquent loans, ensuring delinquency rates stay within policy standards. Location This position is based in Washington, DC near McPherson Square Metro as part of a hybrid environment with Tuesdays, Thursdays, and sometimes Wednesdays in the office. Responsibilities * Loan Management: Set up and maintain files for small business and affordable housing loans * Payment Processing: Ensure timely and accurate processing of loan payments * Account Monitoring: Update insurance coverage, and account statuses, and track loan performance * Customer Service: Address borrower inquiries, resolve servicing issues, and provide account-related information * Credit Analysis & Reporting: Perform loan analysis, prepare credit reports, and present findings to the loan committee * Annual Loan Reviews: Conduct annual credit reviews and prepare memos with recommendations for loan officers * Client Relationship Management & Customer Service: Maintain strong client relationships by providing exceptional customer service throughout the loan process. * Financial Analysis & Loan Structuring: Spread financial information, calculate and analyze financial ratios, assist in loan structuring, and contribute to loan approval, renewal, and annual review documentation * Credit Risk Assessment & Compliance: Research and assess credit risk by evaluating credit history, analyzing credit data, recommending loan ratings, approving or denying loan modification requests, and ensuring adherence to loan policies * Collateral Inspections & Appraisals: Conduct collateral inspections, evaluations, and reviews of appraisals to ensure compliance with required standards * Tracking & Documentation: Oversee the tracking and timely request of necessary customer financial reporting documents to ensure ongoing loan monitoring * Reporting & Compliance Monitoring: Prepare and submit monthly/quarterly reports and monitor compliance with loan covenants, identifying non-compliance and recommending corrective actions as needed * Credit Analysis & Risk Rating Recommendations: Perform detailed analyses of new credit requests, credit change requests, renewals, and annual relationship reviews. Recommend risk rating adjustments based on thorough credit assessments * Credit Analysis & Service Delivery: Provide comprehensive and actionable credit analysis, ensuring efficient and timely service to loan officers and stakeholders * Risk Identification & Reporting: Report to the Risk Manager any findings that may adversely affect loan collateral or a borrower's ability to repay the loan, submitting required reports as necessary * Policy Adherence & Exception Reporting: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of lending policies and procedures, identifying and reporting any exceptions to policy * File Review & Quality Control: Ensure all credit files are complete, identify any documentation deficiencies, and collaborate with loan officers and credit administration to resolve issues promptly Qualifications * 3-5 years of loan servicing and portfolio management experience * Experience with financial spreading tools Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes * Strong ability to understand and analyze financial data, including Balance Sheets, Income Statements, Cash Flow Statements, Financial Ratios, etc., and apply these skills effectively within the loan underwriting process * Highly organized, efficient, and capable of working independently with attention to detail to generate accurate reports * Applied knowledge of loan servicing and portfolio management, including an understanding of industry best practices and fundamentals * Strong grasp of basic financial principles and processes * Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements governing loan servicing and underwriting * Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism * Exceptional analytical skills with a keen eye for detail * Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders * Capacity to multitask and perform under pressure to meet tight deadlines * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with advanced expertise, and familiarity with additional software tools How to Apply Interested applicants may submit their cover letter and resume online at ************************** No phone calls/emails, please. NCRC IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. EEO/AA M/F/D/V

The Opportunity: This is a unique leadership opportunity to work at a globally recognized, social impact organization that is changing the world for good of all. The Controller at Ashoka, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), has oversight responsibility, in partnership with the CFO, for accounting, finance, reporting, and financial compliance activities in the organization. The Controller will supervise the Accounting team at the organization level, regional finance managers (in partnership with regional managers), the Payroll Supervisor (in partnership with the Head of Talent), and an outsourced Finance/Accounting support team. They will work closely with their peers in Ashoka Finance and the senior leadership team, while assisting the CFO with financial operations. They will have functional responsibility over accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable/grants administration, (with the Global Finance Capacity Strategist), payroll, and the Netsuite Analyst. They will also ensure the organization has the systems and procedures in place to support effective program implementation and conduct clean audits. This role is central in our work to simplify finance and accounting procedures, continuously improving how the function supports program operations. The Global Finance Capacity Strategist, a peer to the Controller, will provide partnership for financial capacity building for teams at the country and regional levels. The person in this role will have the opportunity to create and maintain enduring partnerships with the CFO, senior leadership, and the Talent, Legal and Information Technology (IT) staff to enhance and better integrate Finance, HR, Legal and IT functions.What You'll Do: Finance and Accounting Leadership: Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements; apply reporting standards for nonprofit entities. Implement appropriate internal controls and mechanisms for receipt of revenue, costs, and program budgets and actual expenditures, and ensure appropriate safeguarding of Organization assets and the proper recording of financial transactions. Coordinate all audit activity. Work with the Finance team's Head of Business Intelligence to consistently analyze financial data and present financial reports timely and accurately; clearly communicate financial statements; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership abreast of Ashoka's financial status. Review and approve payroll. Support the CFO in engaging the board's audit and finance committees around issues and trends in financial operating models and delivery. Oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting; ensure that expenditures are consistently aligned with grant and program budgets throughout the grant/fund period. With the CFO, maintain and manage relationships with external stakeholders, including financial institutions, auditors, and large vendors. Establish and monitor implementation of finance policies, procedures and administrative systems to support finance/program operations. Evaluate and lead team to improve Team's application of the accounting ERP system (NetSuite); rollout the ERP system in other country offices as appropriate in coordination with regional and local finance managers. Team Leadership: Leverage strengths of the current finance team members, help to clarify roles and responsibilities and develop and implement training programs to maximize and reach optimal individual and organizational goals. Support development of a new role within the finance organization to focus on simplifying processes and financial training across the organization. Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization; create and promote a positive and supportive work environment. Provide coaching to other staff while working collaboratively with them to define and find solutions to issues. Be willing to roll up sleeves in tackling issues including technical challenges. What You Bring: Certified Public Accountant (CPA); Experience with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) At least 5 years in a Controller or equivalent position Accounting experience in a not-for-profit organization, including grants accounting Public accounting experience will be a plus Experience managing and directing teams of finance and accounting professionals Strong knowledge and experience in ERP platform, preferably NetSuite Managing financial statements audits, organization's strategy, budget, and planning Strong ability to research technical GAAP topics and also implement rules as appropriate Appropriate balance of focus on simplification of processes and policies, while ensuring nuances are covered Willing and able to face unique challenges never experienced before Ability to work and collaborate with people in other teams who have no financial knowledge Desire to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with smart, caring professionals who want to make a meaningful change in the world. Core Criteria: Entrepreneurial Quality: Compelled to take creative initiative and ownership (e.g. founding an organization or company, starting a movement, or re-shaping the work of an existing organization). Demonstrates relentless and realistic how-to-thinking and passion for seeing their ideas come to life. Understanding and Belief in the Everyone a Changemaker: Understands and believes the Everyone a Changemaker vision at a gut level. To be able to innately ‘get' this, candidates should have a broad and inquisitive intellectual and a thinking pattern that connects the dots between historical trends and current social context. Emotional and Social Intelligence: Ability to work efficiently and respectfully in teams, putting organizational/team goal first (personal glory second). Ethical Fiber: Exceptionally strong ethical behavior. Is self-reflective and has strong empathy skills. Trustworthy. Self-Definition: The person expects that changing the world in big ways and on a continental scale is what he/she will do in life. About Ashoka: Ashoka is the world's largest community of leading social entrepreneurs, having pioneered the field of social entrepreneurship over 40 years ago. We support a robust network of more than 4,000 Ashoka Fellows in 90 countries who have successfully implemented systems-changing solutions to human and environmental problems globally. By learning from and collaborating with our Fellows and other social entrepreneurs, Ashoka identifies patterns and key levers to help society gain a new framework for living in the world as a changemaker. Our current work is centered around the "Everyone a Changemaker" (EACH) movement, which stems from our belief that everyone has the potential and responsibility to make positive change in an ever-changing world. We continue to grow a global movement of social entrepreneurship, recognizing that the rate of change is accelerating and our problems are growing faster than our solutions.

Note: APA operates on a 37.5-hour work week with one-hour lunch breaks each day. APA sets salaries based on several considerations, including years of relevant experience, level of education, and previous staff and/or governance experience at APA. This role leads the design, development, and modernization of APA's Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central environment, including migration from v22 (On-Premises) to v27 (Cloud) and ensuring secure, scalable architecture. The position drives modernization initiatives and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver integrations, maintain performance, and manage DevOps processes for automated builds, testing, and deployments in support of enterprise-wide financial systems and operations. Education and Experience Required: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered. * 10 years of experience in the full application lifecycle management and support of enterprise financial systems, with specific expertise in data analysis, application design, structured programming, DevOps, and integration management utilizing APIs and Web services. * Business Central Expertise: Expert-level experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (v22+). Direct experience with On-Prem to Cloud migrations is heavily desired. * Development Tools: Mastery of AL Language Development, Visual Studio Code and PowerShell. * Data & Analytics: Expertise in SQL Server, Business Central database schemas, and data migration tools such as Configuration Packages (formerly RapidStart). * E-commerce & Supply Chain: Experience supporting integrations with Lanham (e-Ship, EDI), and payment processors such as Stripe or PayPal. Technical Skills Required: * Advanced proficiency in AL (Application Language) and Business Central extension development, including refactoring for cloud readiness. * Solid understanding of cloud architecture for Business Central Online, REST API integration, and JSON/XML processing for secure, scalable integrations. * Skilled in code quality practices-including refactoring, design patterns, and test-driven development-to ensure maintainable, high-performance solutions. * Strong experience with Git-based source control (GitHub/GitLab), CI/CD pipeline development, and automated build/test/deploy practices. * Expertise in error handling, logging, and telemetry; ability to implement robust diagnostics using Business Central telemetry, Azure Monitor, and Application Insights integration. * Familiarity with Azure services (Key Vault, Storage, Functions) and PowerShell scripting for automation and environment management. * Experience using AI-assisted development tools for code optimization and testing, ensuring compliance and security. * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, effective communication, and a collaborative approach to working with business stakeholders; proactive and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Responsibilities: * Develop and maintain AL code and extensions supporting Finance operations in Business Central (BC) v22 (OnPrem), including bug fixes, enhancements, and production support. * Lead migration from Business Central v22 (OnPrem) to v27 (Cloud), including planning and executing a phased strategy to minimize business disruption. * Refactor and modernize existing AL extensions for cloud compatibility by removing On-Premises dependencies and implementing modular, cloud-native architecture using streams, Business Central telemetry, Application Insights integration, and centralized logging. * Develop new Business Central extensions using AL, applying best practices and design patterns (Factory, Strategy, Service Layer) to ensure scalability, maintainability, and performance. * Implement robust testing strategies (unit, integration, regression) to ensure reliability and auditability of financial processes. * Leverage AI-powered development tools to accelerate coding, testing, and documentation while maintaining security and compliance standards. * Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines for Business Central extension deployment, manage source code repositories with proper branching strategies, and implement automated testing and code quality gates. * Manage extension versioning and dependency management, ensuring smooth deployments across Dev, Test, and Production environments. * Collaborate with Finance stakeholders to provide technical support, troubleshoot production issues, and optimize system performance for day-to-day operations. * Create and maintain technical documentation for extensions, pipelines, and migration processes to ensure transparency and auditability. * Ensure secure, maintainable integrations with third-party systems (e.g., Fonteva, Apttus, EDI, Stripe) using REST APIs and modern integration patterns. * Participate in Agile ceremonies and maintain work tracking in APA's approved tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) to ensure predictable delivery and team collaboration. Other Duties as Assigned: * Provide advice and counsel to the user community with opportunities for operational efficiencies through improved utilization of the systems. * Research and promote new and innovative technologies that will help improve financial business efficiency or reduce technical debt. About APA: The American Psychological Association (APA) represents 146,000 psychologists, students, and affiliates, primarily in the U.S. and Canada but also in other countries around the world. APA is a scientific and professional organization with about 500 employees and is categorized as a 501(c)(3) along with its 501(c)(6) companion organization, APA Services, Inc. Job Location: Remote: APA jobs may be considered for remote work eligibility as defined in APA's Flexible Work Policy and are subject to approval. Remote work employees may not work from the following states or U.S. territories: Alaska, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Montana, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, U.S. Virgin Islands, Washington, Wyoming. Application Instructions: Qualified candidates must apply online through APA's applicant system and attach a resume and cover letter specifying your salary expectations. Applications that are submitted without both documents are considered incomplete and will not be reviewed for consideration. Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. Please make sure to check your Spam folder if you do not receive an email from us. The American Psychological Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected categories covered under local law. #LIRemote

The Opportunity: Ashoka's Finance Team plays an integral role in maintaining a strong financial infrastructure across more than 30 country offices. The Senior Accountant will support the Assistant Controller with core accounting operations, NetSuite transactions, month-end close, audit preparation, reconciliations, and reporting. This role strengthens Ashoka's financial accuracy, controls, and compliance. This is a great opportunity to support the operational infrastructure of an organization with the ultimate goal of an Everyone a Changemaker world. This role will be based in either Arlington, VA or Bangalore, India.What You'll Do: Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes Prepare and reconcile general ledger accounts (cash, AP, AR, accruals, intercompany, restricted funds) Post journal entries and maintain proper documentation Maintain AP/AR and banking activity Use NetSuite for daily accounting, reconciliations, and reporting Support improvements to NetSuite workflows and internal controls Assist with audit preparation, schedules, and documentation Generate monthly and quarterly reports and support variance analysis Contribute to process improvement and operational efficiency Assist the Assistant Controller with special projects as assigned What You Bring: Minimum 7 years of accounting experience Experience with NetSuite Experience with nonprofit and grant accounting Experience with multi-entity and international/intercompany transactions Experience preparing audit schedules or supporting audits Strong GAAP knowledge, analytical skills, and attention to detail Ability to work collaboratively across cultures and time zones Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA strongly preferred Core Criteria: Entrepreneurial Quality: Compelled to take creative initiative and ownership (e.g. founding an organization or company, starting a movement, or re-shaping the work of an existing organization). Demonstrates relentless and realistic how-to-thinking and passion for seeing their ideas come to life. Understanding and Belief in the Everyone a Changemaker: Understands and believes the Everyone a Changemaker vision at a gut level. To be able to innately ‘get' this, candidates should have a broad and inquisitive intellectual and a thinking pattern that connects the dots between historical trends and current social context. Emotional and Social Intelligence: Ability to work efficiently and respectfully in teams, putting organizational/team goal first (personal glory second). Ethical Fiber: Exceptionally strong ethical behavior. Is self-reflective and has strong empathy skills. Trustworthy. Self-Definition: The person expects that changing the world in big ways and on a continental scale is what he/she will do in life. About Ashoka: Ashoka is the world's largest community of leading social entrepreneurs, having pioneered the field of social entrepreneurship over 40 years ago. We support a robust network of more than 4,000 Ashoka Fellows in 90 countries who have successfully implemented systems-changing solutions to human and environmental problems globally. By learning from and collaborating with our Fellows and other social entrepreneurs, Ashoka identifies patterns and key levers to help society gain a new framework for living in the world as a changemaker. Our current work is centered around the "Everyone a Changemaker" (EACH) movement, which stems from our belief that everyone has the potential and responsibility to make positive change in an ever-changing world. We continue to grow a global movement of social entrepreneurship, recognizing that the rate of change is accelerating and our problems are growing faster than our solutions.

About the Role The Digital Product and Experience team is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented Assistant Director, Digital Content Strategy to lead the planning, creation, and production of content across our website and digital channels. This role is ideal for a systems thinker who thrives at balancing communications priorities with production excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for applying and maintaining a unified brand voice across acs.org and adjacent digital experiences (e.g. apps), ensuring that content is not only engaging and accurate but also serves the needs of our internal teams and external audiences. This position requires a blend of editorial judgment, operational efficiency, and service-oriented project management. Key Responsibilities * Content Strategy & Voice * Translate brand voice and messaging into compelling web content, ensuring consistency across all digital channels. * Continuously assess and refine content to better meet audience needs and support business outcomes * Content Creation & Editing * Write and edit high-quality web content, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with brand standards. * Guide internal teams, contributors and subject matter experts in producing content that resonates with target audiences. * Maintain editorial standards, style guides, and workflows. * Content Production & Operations * Manage the production process for a large website, including timelines, approvals, and publishing. * Collaborate with designers, developers, and other teams to ensure smooth and efficient workflows. * Prioritize and balance competing content requests from internal stakeholders with a customer-service mindset. * Performance, SEO & Optimization * Monitor website analytics and performance to inform content decisions. * Implement SEO, AEO/GEO and metadata best practices to maximize discoverability and impact. * Recommend improvements to site structure, navigation, and content presentation. * Conduct periodic content audits to identify outdated or underperforming content, and make recommendations for updates, consolidation, or removal. * Taxonomy and Automation * Lead the development and maintenance of automated ACS taxonomy structures to ensure consistent content classification and tagging. * Apply taxonomy best practices to improve site navigation, search functionality, and semantic relevance for SEO/AEO. * Governance & Compliance * Establish and enforce content governance processes, ensuring content accuracy, consistency, and compliance with legal, regulatory, and accessibility standards. * Serve as a steward of content quality, ensuring updates are properly tracked and maintained across the website. * Collaboration & Leadership * Act as a partner to internal teams, helping them communicate value through web content. * Train and mentor colleagues on best practices in content creation and digital publishing. * Serve as the key point of contact for content-related requests and initiatives. Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in content strategy, digital editorial, or web content management. * Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt content to a brand voice. * Experience managing content operations for a large, complex website. * Background in managing distributed content contributors or subject matter experts. * Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) and publishing workflows. * Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and manage stakeholder expectations. * Service-oriented mindset and excellent interpersonal communication skills. * Analytical skills to interpret website performance data and inform strategy. Preferred Skills * Experience in SEO, AEO/GEO, accessibility, and UX best practices. * Knowledge of AI-driven content optimization tools. * Understanding of semantic search and voice search trends. This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. A reasonable rate of total compensation for this position is between $150,000-$170,000 per year. ACS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account or health care savings account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and 4-week work from anywhere; each benefit is subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply based on skills, experience, and location. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.

Note: APA operates on a 37.5-hour work week with one-hour lunch breaks each day. APA sets salaries based on several considerations, including years of relevant experience, level of education, and previous staff and/or governance experience at APA. This position collaborates closely with the Deputy CFO and the Senior Finance and Operations Advisor (SFA) team to ensure the successful execution of assignments by managing timelines, defining key milestones, and coordinating schedules for timely and efficient delivery. The role is also responsible for developing and preparing consolidated operating and program budgets, generating budget-to-actual reports, and presenting comprehensive financial statements to the Deputy CFO and CFO. In addition, the position oversees a portfolio of business units, working closely with unit chiefs and designated staff to provide strategic guidance on core business matters. Key responsibilities include supporting the development of annual budget and preparing reports that support informed decision-making. The role also provides strategic financial leadership on issues affecting both individual units and the broader organization, ensuring alignment with APA policies, timelines, and communication standards. Candidate Requirements: Education: * BA in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or related field preferred. Experience: * 9+ years of experience working in finance/accounting/business environment, with a degree. * 3+ years of experience, preparing operating and program budgets, budget-to-actual reports, and financial reports. Skills: * Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage and prioritize projects and adjust as needed. * Excellent interpersonal skills, self-starter requiring little supervision and follow-up. * Sound judgment and integrity: trusted to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and professionalism. * Team player with an enthusiastic attitude. * Prior experience working in a non-profit environment is a plus. Computer Skills Required: * Must be proficient in the use of accounting software (Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar) and budgeting software (BI360/Solver, Planful, Prophix, Vena or similar). * Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and have excellent Excel skills. Responsibilities: * Works closely with the Deputy CFO and the Senior Finance and Operations Advisor (SFA) team to ensure successful completion of assignments by managing timelines, defining key milestones, and coordinating schedules for timely and efficient delivery. * Leads the development and preparation of consolidated operating and program budgets, prepares budget to actual reports, and delivers consolidated financial reports presented to the Deputy CFO and CFO. * Engage and advise the chief and designated business unit staff to develop a budget based on strategic needs. Conduct annual meetings leading up to the budget season to determine the projects and other activities anticipated in the new year. Work with the necessary unit staff to develop a detailed budget for project/activity including staff resources, other personnel resources (temps, consultants, interns, etc.), and non-salary resources including technology expenses, meeting costs, travel, etc. Assist in review and validation of existing revenue and new revenue, if applicable. * Work with chief and designated unit staff on revenue and expense projections for the current year in spring and fall to determine if changes are necessary for unit to meet its annual budget. Assist in developing plans and budget changes, if necessary, based on projections. Communicate with Finance team members to determine if overlap or collaboration is possible to strategically use APA resources. * Review financials monthly for accuracy and conduct review meetings with chief and/or designated unit staff as needed to determine if original projects and activities have changed or new priorities have been identified. Work with designated units to develop a revised budget based on project changes and new priorities that fit within their annual budget. Provide training to unit staff on how to access and understand Accounting generated monthly activity reports. Provide insight or direction on how unit staff can track expenses month-to-month and in real time. * Prepares and presents quarterly financial review package to management (Deputy CFO and CFO), including commenting on variances to budget, forecast and prior year. This includes review of designated unit financial reports to compare YTD budget to actuals and complete variance analysis; review of all material variances for root cause and determine if, based on new information, redeployment of resources is necessary or possible. * Work with unit chief, designated unit staff, and Office of People Engagement (OPE) on hiring new staff and compliance of salary offers with budgeted salaries and OPE policies. Monthly reconciliation of staff positions and budgeted salaries to OPE reports to ensure unit is operating within budgetary guidelines. Also ensure accurate headcount. * Assist designated unit to ensure revenue and expense is appropriately recognized in the accounting system. Ensure that all revenues and expenses conform with APA standard policies. Work as an intermediary between unit and Accounting Office staff to ensure correct application of revenues and expenses. * Works as an intermediary for the chief or designated unit staff with ITS on annual refresh cycle of ITS/hardware & software needs of designated units and developing ITS related operating and capital budgets (when necessary). * Work with designated units to help purchase/procure goods and services based on budget plans and assist in initiating payments as needed. * Work with chief and designated unit staff in an advisory capacity to review and approve necessary contracts for vendors and consultants based on APA Policy, designated unit budget and unit strategic needs. * Work with chief and designated unit staff to advise, review, and sometimes approve various forms of payments through Accounting (expense report, check request form, travel advance request, or other necessary expense forms). Ensure that all requested expenses conform with APA standard policies. Serve as the point of contact for all signature authority changes or updates in assigned units, working with Accounting Office staff to implement workflow revisions. * Annually work with designated units to provide Accounting with necessary year-end accruals of revenues and expenses. Ensures all accruals are accounted for prior to fiscal year close. * Able to make alterations to budget system reports, have full comprehension of existing reports and templates, and structure of data warehouse * Work in accounting system to review transactions, run reports, create journal entries, and edit and/or create new general ledger dimensions. * Other duties as assigned About APA: The American Psychological Association (APA) represents 146,000 psychologists, students, and affiliates, primarily in the U.S. and Canada but also in other countries around the world. APA is a scientific and professional organization with about 500 employees and is categorized as a 501(c)(3) along with its 501(c)(6) companion organization, APA Services, Inc. Job Location: Remote: APA jobs may be considered for remote work eligibility as defined in APA's Flexible Work Policy and are subject to approval. Remote work employees may not work from the following states or U.S. territories: Alaska, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Montana, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, U.S. Virgin Islands, Washington, Wyoming. Application Instructions: Qualified candidates must apply online through APA's applicant system and attach a resume and cover letter specifying your salary expectations. Applications that are submitted without both documents are considered incomplete and will not be reviewed for consideration. Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. Please make sure to check your Spam folder if you do not receive an email from us. The American Psychological Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected categories covered under local law. #LIremote

We are looking for an experienced Deputy Director to join our team and help us to advance the mission of Get America Working. The Deputy Director will act as a liaison between Get America Working and various stakeholder groups and use communications and media relations approaches in their efforts. You will grow effective relationships with federal agencies, tradeassociations, media, research institutions and coalitions in pursuit of our mission. To ensure success you need to have outstanding knowledge of the legislative process and have a clear understanding of our mission. Top candidates will have experience in public affairs and strategic partnership development, media relations and excellent communication and people skills. What You'll Do: Develop and implement strategies to influence legislation and policy at the local, state, and federal level Develop relationships with key constituency groups and individuals Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments Represent the organization in public forums Design and execute communications materials Other duties as required What You Bring: 5+ years of experience in lobbying or government relations, public relations/affairs, journalism, advocacy Knowledge of the legislative and regulatory process Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Able to manage multiple tasks Able to work independently with minimal supervision Strong problem-solving and creative solution skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Knowledge of state and federal lobbying laws Core Criteria Entrepreneurial Quality: Compelled to take creative initiative and ownership (e.g. founding an organization or company, starting a movement, or re-shaping the work of an existing organization). Demonstrates relentless and realistic how-to-thinking and passion for seeing their ideas come to life. Understanding and Belief in the Everyone a Changemaker: Understands and believes the Everyone a Changemaker vision at a gut level. To be able to innately ‘get' this, candidates should have a broad and inquisitive intellectual and a thinking pattern that connects the dots between historical trends and current social context. Emotional and Social Intelligence: Ability to work efficiently and respectfully in teams, putting organizational/team goal first (personal glory second). Ethical Fiber: Exceptionally strong ethical behavior. Is self-reflective and has strong empathy skills. Trustworthy. Self-Definition: The person expects that changing the world in big ways and on a continental scale is what he/she will do in life. About Ashoka: Ashoka is the world's largest community of leading social entrepreneurs, having pioneered the field of social entrepreneurship over 40 years ago. We support a robust network of more than 4,000 Ashoka Fellows in 90 countries who have successfully implemented systems-changing solutions to human and environmental problems globally. By learning from and collaborating with our Fellows and other social entrepreneurs, Ashoka identifies patterns and key levers to help society gain a new framework for living in the world as a changemaker. Our current work is centered around the "Everyone a Changemaker" (EACH) movement, which stems from our belief that everyone has the potential and responsibility to make positive change in an ever-changing world. We continue to grow a global movement of social entrepreneurship, recognizing that the rate of change is accelerating and our problems are growing faster than our solutions.

Background The American Chemical Society (ACS) is a non-profit organization founded in 1876 and chartered by the U.S. Congress. ACS is committed to improving all lives through the transforming power of chemistry. Our mission is to advance scientific knowledge, empower a global community, and champion scientific integrity. Our vision is a world built on science. There are two major operating locations with approximately 1,850 employees. In addition, the ACS has a representative foreign office in China and several field representatives throughout Europe and Asia who promote the use of ACS programs, products, and services. A dozen field offices in the United States and abroad also serve as news gathering centers for Chemical & Engineering News, the monthly ACS magazine. Global operations are managed through ACSI, Ltd. The Society's annual operating revenue is approximately $800M. The Society's membership is composed of individuals of widely diversified interests and objectives, ranging from undergraduate students in the chemical sciences to the highly experienced chemical professionals in industry, academia, government and elsewhere. The Society has over 180 local sections and over thirty technical divisions as well as student chapters and international chapters. Position Summary Under the Society's Business Strategy and Operations (BSO) unit, the Research and Innovation (R&I) department serves as stewards of the Society's research and innovation efforts across functional areas such as Membership, Education and Career Development, Science, Research & Sustainability, and Meetings & Expositions, among others. The R&I department advises on defining what we want to learn or solve; gathers relevant data from internal systems, new research, or external sources; and uses qualitative and quantitative data analysis to generate insights that drive and validate decisions and identify trends. The department also leads the Society Units' innovation governance, strategy, and implementation. Reporting to the R&I Director, the Senior Strategic Insights Manager leads research projects and cross-functional workstreams; manages external vendors and participant recruitment; influences senior stakeholders through evidence-based recommendations; may mentor colleagues and coordinate matrixed teams. This role drives member- and market-centered learning, partners closely with quantitative teammates, and translates insights into decisions and measurable impact across ACS programs and services. Key Responsibilities * Lead end-to-end qualitative research programs: scope, design, recruit, moderate, synthesize, and tell the story using methods such as in-depth interviews, focus groups, journey mapping, and jobs-to-be-done (JTBD) to uncover member needs across segments (students, academia, industry, government, international). * Create rigorous research plans and protocols: develop research briefs, discussion guides, screeners, sampling frames, and consent materials that meet ethical standards, protect participant privacy, and ensure representation across ACS governance structure. * Synthesize qualitative data into actionable insights: conduct coding and thematic analysis (e.g., grounded theory, affinity mapping, insight frameworks), triangulate with quantitative findings, and deliver clear narratives, personas, journey maps, and opportunity areas that inform membership, education, meetings, publishing, and sustainability strategies. * Partner closely with quantitative researchers/analysts: collaborate on mixed-methods designs; align qualitative learning objectives with survey constructs, segmentation, and conjoint/discrete choice modeling; interpret statistical outputs; and jointly craft cohesive insight stories that drive data-informed decisions. * Lead market and constituency's experience research: assess program awareness, value proposition, pricing sensitivities, channel preferences, and content needs; benchmark against peer professional societies and publishers; and identify growth opportunities across the membership lifecycle (acquisition, engagement, renewal, reactivation). * Translate insights into decisions and measurable impact: frame insights as trade-offs and scenarios; recommend pilots/experiments; define success metrics (e.g., engagement, NPS, conversion, retention, and revenue for mission-aligned initiatives); and partner with business owners to track outcomes via dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). * Elevate research quality, consistency, and speed: establish research operations standards-toolkits, templates, IRB/ethics checks where applicable, vendor management, participant recruitment best practices, incentive policies-and build a searchable insight repository that supports institutional memory. * Facilitate stakeholder engagement and alignment: run workshops and readouts with executives and cross-functional teams; use facilitation techniques (e.g., design sprints, assumption mapping, opportunity solution trees) to align learning objectives, decisions to be made, and actions owners will take. * Support innovation governance and strategy: contribute qualitative evidence to ACS's innovation portfolio; help prioritize concepts, de-risk new offerings, and validate desirability/feasibility/viability; integrate member voice into stage-gate decisions and business cases. * Ensure global relevance and inclusion: design and conduct research that accounts for cultural, linguistic, and regional differences (e.g., China office, Europe/Asia field representatives); apply inclusive research practices to reach underrepresented groups and diverse career stages across ACS's global community. * Communicate insights through compelling deliverables: produce concise executive briefs, narrative memos, visual storyboards, and decision-ready presentations tailored to stakeholders in Membership, Education & Career Development, Science, Research & Sustainability, and Meetings & Expositions. This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $112,000-$130,000 per year. ACS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account or health care savings account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and 4-week work from anywhere; each benefit is subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply based on skills, experience, and location. Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.

* Implement and enforce data governance best practices and policies to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and privacy * Assist in defining and maintaining business-friendly data definitions across domains to support consistent understanding and usage * Collaborate with data engineers and analysts to ensure data models align with data and analytics needs * Facilitate the adoption of Atlan among teams to streamline data cataloging, data lineage, metadata management, and cross-functional collaboration * Work closely with business leaders to identify data governance needs and implement solutions that meet regulatory and organizational standards * Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers and data professionals in best practices for data management and governance * Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and efficiencies in data management workflows * Manage data controls and audit processes in collaboration with data engineering and technical operations team * Proactively address data-related challenges, proposing solutions that align with organizational needs * Identify and resolve data quality issues Job Skills * Proven expertise in data governance frameworks, data cataloging, data controls, and metadata management. * Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams. * Hands-on experience with Atlan or similar data management platforms (e.g., Alation, Collibra). * Strong understanding of data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA) and best practices in data governance. * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with keen attention to detail * Strong, demonstrable knowledge of BI industry standards, Master Data Management, Data Lineage and Data Engineering Technical Skills * Hands-on experience with Atlan or similar data management platforms (e.g., Alation, Collibra). * Agile methodologies, JIRA, Confluence * Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Snowflake, Google Cloud) * Proficient in querying and manipulating data using SQL, Python, Excel and cloud-native tools * Experience with data visualization tools such as Qlik, Looker and Tableau * Experience with predictive analytics and machine learning is a plus This role is based in our Columbus, OH office. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is $120,000 per year.

Job DescriptionSalary: $58k to $61k First Book has a mandatory Covid-19 vaccination policy (medical and religious exemptions permitted). Proof of fully vaccinated status is required before an interview. About First Book: First Book (*********************** believes that education offers children the best possible path out of poverty. Reaching 5 million children from birth to age 18 annually, First Book has also built the countrys largest and fastest growing network of educators serving kids in need: today First Book reaches 600,000 educators nationwide and growing every week. A global leader in social enterprise, First Book harnesses the strategies of the private sector to advance social change. First Book has built a family of social enterprises to serve its network of educators and support children in need, including the First Book Marketplace, The First Book Accelerator, First Book Insights, and a range of other efforts. In fact, since 1992, First Book has distributed more than 225 million books and educational materials to children from low-income families. Because of its record of innovation and impact, First Book has been celebrated globally by such institutions as the Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship, the World Economic Forum and in case studies at Columbia Business School, Wharton Business School, the Yale School of Management, and the London School of Economics. Finally, Charity Navigator recently awarded First Book its highest rating, including a perfect 100% score for Accountability & Transparency. About the position: (This is not a 100% remote position/ MANDATORY IN OFFICE: Tuesday & Wednesday) First Book seeks a Coordinator, Corporate Partnerships to support the Strategic Alliances team in implementing and managing its nationally recognized causemarketing and corporate social responsibility (CSR) campaigns. These campaigns include partnerships with leading companies such as KPMG, Citi, Pizza Hut, and Disney, and align with First Books mission to expand educational equity. The Coordinator will provide project management, event planning, partnership coordination, corporate communications support, and budgeting assistance across multiple campaigns and partner initiatives. The role also supports the development of partnership proposals, activation plans, and partner-facing materials within a fast-paced, results-driven environment. This position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cause-based marketing, public-private partnerships, corporate philanthropy, and social impact strategy, helping partners achieve both marketing and social impact objectives while advancing First Books organizational goals. The Coordinator works closely with the full Strategic Alliances team and reports directly to the Vice President of Strategic Alliances. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Support internal preparation for partner meetings by organizing materials, drafting agendas, and ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate. Support event logistics with corporate partners and internal teams by managing schedules, preparing materials, and coordinating onsite or virtual execution. Participate in partner calls and meetings by taking notes and documenting action items. Assist with tracking and administrative coordination by maintaining databases, updating project trackers, and completing followup tasks. Support communications tasks for causemarketing campaigns by gathering assets, organizing content, and routing materials for review. Draft sections of partner impact reports and internal summaries using relevant data and program outcomes. Participate in team meetings by preparing agendas and capturing decisions and action items for follow Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to complete partnership deliverables and shared tasks on schedule. Provide administrative support to the Strategic Alliances team, including scheduling meetings, coordinating logistics, preparing gift acknowledgments, updating the partnership pipeline, and conducting basic research. Travel up to 40% during peak activation periods to support events and partnership activities. Perform general administrative tasks and other duties to support department operations. Education Bachelors degree (BA/BS) required; coursework in business, marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or social enterprise preferred. Skills & Experience Demonstrated selfstarter with an entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work independently. Strong team collaboration and project management skills, with experience working across crossfunctional teams. Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity within matrixed organizational structures. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, including experience presenting in partner meetings. Experience preparing partnerfacing materials and presentations with increasing autonomy. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience using donor databases or CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) and familiarity with social media in a professional setting. Ability to work effectively in a fastpaced, deadlinedriven environment. All full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: Eligibility for medical and dental insurance coverage, in accordance with plan terms. Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, subject to plan provisions. Paid vacation leave, accrued in accordance with organizational policy. Paid sick leave, provided in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Up to twelve (12) paid holidays annually, subject to organizational schedule and business needs. Eligibility to participate in the organizations 401(k) retirement plan, including employer matching contributions, in accordance with plan documents. Eligibility for an employer-provided parking stipend, subject to program guidelines and business needs. TO APPLY: Candidates are invited to submit a resume and a cover letter detailing their interest in the position via *************************************** Applications submitted through external sites (including Idealist) will not be considered. If you need assistance with applying, please reach out to Tasha McNeill at ************** ************************. See what First Book has been up to!: ********************************** ***************************** ************************************** *************************************** ********************************************

First Book maintains a COVID-19 vaccination policy in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Medical and religious accommodations are considered through an interactive process, as required by law. (This position is not 100% fully remote. MANDATORY IN OFFICE requirement on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at First Book's Washington, DC office, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.) The Nonprofit Partnership Development Manager is responsible for identifying, developing, and managing strategic partnerships with nonprofit, educational, and community-based organizations to support First Book's mission to reduce barriers to education for children in under-resourced communities. This role works in close collaboration with the Nonprofit Partnerships Development team and designated cross-functional internal stakeholders to advance partnership initiatives aligned with approved organizational strategies and priorities. The Manager represents First Book in external meetings and discussions related to partnership development and is responsible for advancing partnerships through defined stages-from initial engagement to execution-consistent with internal review, approval, and governance processes. This position requires a strategic, highly organized professional who performs effectively in collaborative, externally facing environments and exercises sound judgment within established role authority. The successful candidate demonstrates the ability to clearly communicate First Book's value proposition, assess partner needs, and identify partnership opportunities that support resource distribution and network growth when engaging with nonprofit and school district leaders. Performance in this role is evaluated based on measurable partnership progress, the quality and timeliness of execution, the accuracy and completeness of partnership documentation, the effectiveness of cross-functional coordination, and professionalism in internal and external communications. This role does not independently bind the organization to agreements and operates within defined approval and escalation frameworks. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Identify, evaluate, and advance strategic opportunities within existing and prospective nonprofit partnerships to support aligned objectives and maximize impact. Establish and maintain professional relationships with mission-aligned nonprofit and education organizations through appropriate outreach, networking, and ongoing engagement. Support the development and execution of nonprofit partnerships in collaboration with the Director of Nonprofit Partnerships and designated senior leaders, consistent with internal approval processes. Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for assigned partnerships, ensuring communications, meetings, and follow-ups are timely, accurate, professional, and well-documented. Support the development and presentation of partnership concepts, pitches, and materials aligned with First Book's mission, strategy, and approved messaging. Prepare and contribute to partnership documentation, including concept briefs, proposals, RFP responses, and presentations, in coordination with internal stakeholders. Project manage assigned partnership initiatives by developing and tracking timelines, deliverables, and milestones using approved project management tools. Maintain current knowledge of relevant education and education equity trends to inform partnership planning, discussions, and execution. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in Salesforce and other approved systems to track prospects, opportunities, partner accounts, and partnership status. Collaborate cross-functionally to support partnership activities that advance organizational objectives, including network growth and approved revenue initiatives. Manage multiple partnership priorities, apply strategic and tactical judgment, and adapt to changing needs while meeting established deadlines with accuracy and professionalism. Complete partnership-related special projects and participate in limited travel as required, consistent with role scope, organizational priorities, and applicable safety or public health considerations. EDUCATION Bachelor's degree required, or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Minimum of five (5) years of experience in external client, partner, or account management roles. Demonstrated experience building, managing, and sustaining professional relationships with external stakeholders. Experience developing lead generation or partnership development strategies. Experience preparing grant proposals, partnership proposals, or responding to philanthropic RFPs. Strong business writing and presentation skills, including preparation of executive-facing and partner-facing materials. Demonstrated project management experience, including managing timelines, deliverables, and competing priorities. Experience using customer relationship management (CRM) systems, such as Salesforce, for tracking partner activity and opportunities. Experience using project management tools, such as Monday or similar platforms. Proficiency with standard business software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND ELIGIBILITY All full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: Eligibility for medical and dental insurance coverage, in accordance with plan terms. Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, subject to plan provisions. Paid vacation leave, accrued in accordance with organizational policy. Paid sick leave, provided in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Up to twelve (12) paid holidays annually, subject to organizational schedule and business needs. Eligibility to participate in the organization's 401(k) retirement plan, including employer matching contributions, in accordance with plan documents. Eligibility for an employer-provided parking stipend, subject to program guidelines and business needs. TO APPLY: Candidates are invited to submit a resume and a cover letter that details their interest in the position to *************************************** EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY, ACCOMMODATIONS, AND EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS Equal Employment Opportunity Statement (DC-Compliant) First Book is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. ADA / Reasonable Accommodation Statement First Book is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law. Applicants requiring accommodations during the application or interview process should contact Tasha McNeill at ************** or **********************. Location and Residency Requirement This position requires the employee to reside within the Washington, DC metropolitan area to support regular in-office presence, collaboration with internal teams, and participation in partnership-related activities. This requirement is job-related and consistent with business necessity. Reasonable accommodation may be considered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Compensation Transparency In compliance with the District of Columbia Wage Transparency Act, First Book will provide the pay range for this position to applicants upon request or as part of the posting. APPLICATION SUBMISSION NOTICE Only applications submitted through First Book's approved application platforms will be considered. Applications submitted through external or unapproved sites, including Idealist, will not be reviewed. First Book does not accept unsolicited recruiter submissions and does not pay fees for resumes submitted outside of a formal written agreement. See what First Book has been up to!: ********************************** | ***************************** | ************************************** *************************************** | ********************************************