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  • Global Mutual Help Security Leader

    Ashoka 4.3company rating

    Ashoka job in Arlington, VA

    Job DescriptionAshoka'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. Ashoka's Integrity Team aims to help Ashoka balance entrepreneurial risk-taking and operational risk management in pursuit of its Everyone a Changemaker vision. The Leadership Group Member for Mutual Help Security will champion new ideas and systems that leverage mutual security among Ashoka Fellows and our community. The ideal candidate is a creative and entrepreneurial leader experienced in designing mutual-help security measures at the metro, regional and global levels, in fundraising, and in relationship- and coalition-building, with a strong commitment to Ashoka's vision. What You'll Do: Develop and lead a purpose team as a field catalyst for Mutual Help Security, disaster response, and protection of social entrepreneurs and changemakers worldwide. Create a working model/concept that turns risks to changemaking into opportunities in cooperation among social entrepreneurs/changemakers, as well as cooperation with leaders in security, human rights, think tanks, and intergovernmental and corporate actors. Build a global community of strategic partners for the field, securing multiyear private funding and resource partners. Lead a global team and core components of the program. What You Bring: 15+ years of experience in entrepreneurial and operational leadership in complex, high-risk and politically volatile environments Strong fundraising experience especially with private foundations, family funds, and corporations Exceptional communication skills with proven ability to lead through influence and ideas Demonstrated ability to manage deliverables in a fast-paced, unstructured environment Strong problem solving, conceptual, and organizational skills Track record of highly successful creative entrepreneurship, with a history of generating new ideas and executing them to system-changing impact Demonstrated ability in innovative revenue & resource generation, major client/partner relationship management, resource mobilization, and balanced budget management. Openness and flexibility to think across fields and geographies Strong “weaving” skills to be able to bring different parts (teams, resources) together for common purpose Strong networks in the fields of security, legal and human rights 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.
    $55k-75k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Next Now New Longevity Leader

    Ashoka 4.3company rating

    Ashoka job in Arlington, VA

    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.
    $80k-113k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Program Coordinator, Expositions & Sponsorships

    American Chemical Society 4.7company rating

    Washington, DC job

    The Program Coordinator, Expos & Sponsorships reports to the Manager, Expos & Sponsorships and is responsible for assisting with Expo and sponsorship sales and fulfillment, logistics management, technology and value-added exhibitor and sponsor programs. This position requires knowledge of the trade show industry and a passion for customer service. The incumbent must demonstrate knowledge and skills related to programs, procedures, and activities associated with implementing large organizational meetings, especially convention center logistics. Position Accountabilities * Coordinate timelines and project management for expo operations and sponsorship fulfilment. Monitor key deadlines and ensure compliance with event policies and procedures. * Coordinate expo projects, events, or activations as assigned and coordinate logistics and support onsite execution. * Coordinate timelines and updates to the expo management system and sponsorship prospectus and other documents and website. * Tracks KPIs, deliverables, and fulfillment for exhibitor and sponsor packages. * Manage customer service and communications with exhibitors, sponsors, vendors, and internal teams. * Research new initiatives, tools, and best practices to improve the exhibitor and sponsor experience. * Maintain accurate reports, and update systems related to booth sales, sponsorship sales, exhibitor services, logistics, and project management. * Contribute to post-event reporting, reconciliation, SOPs, and process improvement initiatives. * Assist the expo and sponsorship unit with coordination of organizational tasks. * Perform other duties as assigned by management Education/Experience/Technological Knowledge * Education: Bachelor's Degree (required). * Certification: CMM, CMP, or other industry certification preferred. * Experience: 4+ years of experience in tradeshow and sponsorship operations, and marketing background desired. Experience in an association environment is also a plus. * Technical Proficiency: Proficient in the use of A2Z, eShow, Asana, Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Word, Smartsheet, and Excel). * Skills: Exceptional communication skills, including grammar, spelling, editing, proofreading and generating original content, and organizational skills. Superior organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Detail-oriented with strong time management and project tracking skills. Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, volunteers, members, and vendors. Critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. * Attributes: An Initiative-taker with strong work ethic. Approaches responsibilities with a sense of ownership, consistently following through on tasks with diligence and accountability. Maintains a high standard of quality in work and reliably meets deadlines in a fast-paced environment. * Ability to work nights and weekends during events. Ability to move about to accomplish tasks for extended periods during events and lift 25 lbs. during events. * Approximately 15% travel This role is based in our Washington, DC office. ACS employees work a hybrid schedule, consisting of working onsite two days per work week, as decided by functional area. The balance of the week is open to working remotely, though employees are always welcome onsite each day if they choose. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $70,000-$75,000 per year. 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.
    $70k-75k yearly 29d ago
  • Donor Relations and Stewardship Officer

    Urban Land Institute 4.4company rating

    Washington, DC job

    The Urban Land Institute (ULI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit research and education organization supported by its members. 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 Donor Relations and Stewardship Officer plays a vital role in strengthening relationships with ULI Foundation donors through thoughtful engagement, personalized recognition, and impactful stewardship. Reporting to the Executive Vice President of Special Projects, this position collaborates closely with the EVP to design and implement a comprehensive stewardship strategy that deepens donor trust, encourages continued investment, and clearly demonstrates the impact of philanthropic contributions. Working as an integral member of the Foundation team, the Officer partners cross-functionally with fundraising, finance, communications, and program teams to ensure consistent, accurate, and inspiring donor experiences at every stage of the giving cycle. This role also manages high-level recognition initiatives, oversees Society-level engagement programs, and coordinates exclusive donor experiences, ensuring all stewardship activities align with ULI's mission, values, and brand. Essential Responsibilities Donor Stewardship Strategy In partnership with the EVP, Special Projects, develop and implement a comprehensive, tiered donor stewardship strategy for all giving levels-annual, major, principal, legacy, and foundation/corporate donors. Create and manage personalized stewardship plans for top donors, with a special focus on gifts of $250,000 and above. Collaborate with program and finance teams to collect accurate program data and outcomes for inclusion in timely, transparent, and impact-driven donor reports. Partner with the Marketing and Communications liaison to design and format annual stewardship reports in alignment with ULI's brand and storytelling goals. Maintain a stewardship calendar to ensure timely delivery of impact updates, recognition milestones, and engagement opportunities. Track and analyze donor engagement metrics; use insights to refine strategies and enhance the donor experience. Coordinate with development and data teams to segment donor audiences and tailor approaches to each segment. Donor Acknowledgment & Recognition Oversee the creation and delivery of timely, accurate, and personalized donor acknowledgments for all giving levels, ensuring consistency with donor intent and organizational standards. Develop scalable stewardship tools-including email templates, digital impact reports, and video messages-for meaningful engagement with mid-level and annual donors. Create and manage systems for recurring acknowledgments, including branded templates and fulfillment processes for letters, emails, and automated communications. Manage pledge tracking, gift fulfillment, and follow-up communications to ensure donors remain acknowledged and engaged throughout their commitment. Lead special recognition initiatives, including holiday messages, anniversaries, milestones, and personalized outreach to strengthen donor relationships. Ensure appropriate public and private recognition of donors, in partnership with communications and events teams, across platforms such as naming opportunities, signage, publications, and web content. Society Engagement & Donor Experiences Design and manage stewardship and benefit programs for Society-level donors, including Governors and Governors Plus, that reflect their philanthropic leadership and deepen engagement. Plan and execute exclusive donor experiences-such as domestic and international study tours, receptions, and curated briefings-with a minimum of two national and one international engagement annually for Governors Plus. Collaborate with communications and events teams to ensure seamless execution of donor benefits, high-quality logistics, and experiences that reflect ULI's mission and brand. Identify opportunities to elevate Society engagement through tailored programming, thought leadership access, and recognition that reinforces the value of participation. Data & Systems Oversight In collaboration with the data and development operations teams, maintain accurate donor records, tracking systems, and reporting tools to ensure timely, accurate, and comprehensive donor engagement information. Collaboration & Team Support Partner with frontline fundraising staff to support and execute donor cultivation and stewardship strategies. Collaborate with communications, program, and administrative teams to ensure donor-facing materials are consistent, polished, and aligned with ULI's values and messaging. Provide internal guidance and training to promote excellence in donor experience across all touchpoints and departments. Board & Campaign Engagement Support the planning, logistics, and material development for Foundation Board and campaign committee meetings, ensuring a positive and engaging donor experience. Contribute to campaign-related donor recognition and stewardship strategies, including the development of naming opportunities, impact updates, and milestone communications. Other Duties Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the President or ULI leadership in support of the Foundation's mission, campaigns, and strategic priorities. Ensure all stewardship activities comply with donor intent, ethical fundraising standards, and applicable legal or regulatory requirements. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience. Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in donor relations, fundraising operations, or nonprofit stewardship. Demonstrated success managing complex donor stewardship plans and creating high-value donor reports. Proven ability to collaborate across teams, lead internal processes, and build consensus. Exceptional organizational and project management skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple competing priorities. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Proficiency in CRM platforms (e.g., NetFORUM, Salesforce, or similar). Familiarity with philanthropic compliance standards and donor recognition best practices. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience designing and delivering donor experiences such as high-level events, travel programs, or curated experiences. Background in philanthropic compliance, donor intent policies, or nonprofit governance. Understanding of ULI's mission areas (housing, sustainability, decarbonization, and DEI) or experience in a membership-based nonprofit. Ability to work with senior executives, board members, and high-net-worth donors. Compensation The salary range for this position is $78,986 - $90,000. 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 To apply, please follow the link. Submit a résumé and a cover letter describing your interest in the role and alignment with ULI's mission. 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.
    $79k-90k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Education Resource Specialist - American Association of Chemistry Teachers

    American Chemical Society 4.7company rating

    Washington, DC job

    This position will provide support to the K-12 Education, Engagement, and Outreach (KEEO) group as well as the American Association of Chemistry Teachers (AACT) by serving as the Managing Editor of Chemistry Solutions, supporting the development of custom classroom resources for AACT members, and functioning as the AP chemistry content specialist. This position requires regular correspondence with AACT members, strong project management skills, detailed peer-review abilities, and high school chemistry teaching experience. Additionally, this position will provide other support to the KEEO and AACT teams as needed. Position Accountabilities * Serve as the Managing Editor of the AACT quarterly periodical, Chemistry Solutions. * Support the development of custom classroom resources for AACT members, including reviewing, editing, and creating content as needed. * Collaborate with AACT team to support internal and external classroom resource development projects. * Support the growth and development of AACT. * Contribute to other KEEO initiatives as needed. Additional details about Position Accountabilities: * Serve as the Managing Editor of the AACT quarterly periodical, Chemistry Solutions. * Recruit and identify authors for the publication; collaborate with these authors to direct and support content creation. * Review, edit, and revise content at various stages of the publication workflow. * Collaborate with and direct both internal staff and external stakeholders throughout the publishing workflow to meet deadlines. * Manage peer-review process, including supporting members of peer-review team. * Support the development of custom classroom resources for AACT members, including reviewing, editing, and creating content as needed. * Collaborate with AACT team to support internal and external classroom resource development projects. * Review, edit, and improve published resources from the AACT library by creating supplemental content, conducting testing, and aligning content with national standards. * Create unique classroom resources for the AACT classroom resource library to support specific project needs and collaboration opportunities. * Conduct thorough peer-review for all teacher created content and related projects. * Serve as AP chemistry content expert on the AACT team. * Education/Experience/Technological Knowledge * Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science required. * Graduate degree in teaching, education, or a related field is preferred. * Minimum of 15 years of experience teaching high school chemistry, with specific experience teaching AP chemistry classes. * Proven experience creating curriculum for high school chemistry, including AP chemistry. * Formal or informal science writing/editing experience is highly desirable. * Strong writing and verbal communications skills for interacting with teachers and external stakeholders. * Outstanding interpersonal skills with superior customer service is a must. * Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a dynamic setting. * High attention to detail and organizational skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Excel, and digital engagement platforms (Ex: Zoom), and screen recording/Camtasia or similar software. This role is based in our Washington, DC office. ACS employees work a hybrid schedule, consisting of working onsite two days per work week, as decided by functional area. The balance of the week is open to working remotely, though employees are always welcome onsite each day if they choose. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $92,000-$111,000 per year. 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. #LI-VB1
    $92k-111k yearly 23d ago
  • Program Manager, Mentorship Initiatives

    American Chemical Society 4.7company rating

    Washington, DC job

    The Program Manager, Mentorship Initiatives will design and manage a scalable mentoring program that supports ACS members in their educational, career, and professional development journeys. Reporting jointly to the Membership & Strategic Engagement and Education & Career Development units, this role will be responsible for launching the program, managing its operations, and continuously improving its components based on member feedback and data analysis. The Program Manager will supervise a part-time contractor and work closely with ACS staff, volunteers, and external partners to deliver high-impact mentoring experiences. This position may require approximately 15 travel days/year. Position Accountabilities * Develop and implement a multi-component mentoring program for ACS members at different academic levels (undergraduate, graduate) and career stages. Full program ownership from design to implementation using frameworks, guidelines and industry best practices. * Develop clear program objectives, successful metrics and evaluation criteria * Have a balance of strategic thinking and hands on execution with a focus on improving community engagement through mentoring. * Manage day-to-day operations including scheduling, communications, participant engagement, and logistics. * Supervise a part-time contractor supporting program operations. * Design and facilitate mentor and mentee training workshops and resources including onboarding materials * Collaborate with ACS staff across divisions (Education & Career Development; Membership & Strategic Engagement; Science, Research and Sustainability; Events, Meetings and Expositions; Communications; Inclusion & Belonging; etc.) to align, promote, and integrate mentoring into broader ACS initiatives. * Collect and analyze program data to assess impact and inform continuous improvement. * Attend national, regional, and local meetings to promote mentoring initiatives as needed. Education/Experience/Technical Knowledge * Bachelor's degree in chemistry/science, human resources, organizational development, education, or related field (Master's or Ph.D. preferred). * Minimum of 8 years of experience managing educational, career, or professional development programs, mentoring/coaching programs, member engagement, or related areas. * Proven experience in program management, including launching new initiatives and utilizing evaluation strategies to guide data-driven decisions that enhance program impact, and supervising staff or contractors. * Strong understanding of evidence-based mentoring practices and career development in the sciences. * Excellent communication, project management facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills. * Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams. * Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a dynamic setting. * High attention to detail and organizational skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Excel, and digital engagement platforms (e.g., Qualtrics, Canva, Zoom). Familiarity with mentorship software platforms is strongly preferred. * All candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to be considered. This role is based in our Washington, DC office. ACS employees work a hybrid schedule, consisting of working onsite two days per work week, as decided by functional area. The balance of the week is open to working remotely, though employees are always welcome onsite each day if they choose. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $90,000-$100,000 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. #LI-VB1
    $90k-100k yearly 23d ago
  • Production Associate

    American Psychological Association 4.2company rating

    Washington, DC job

    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. The Production Associate provides critical production, technical, database, and administrative support to the Journals department and under supervision of the Journal Production Manager. The Production Associate is responsible for reviewing and editing manuscripts before sending articles to our composition vendors, invoice processing, processing National Institutes of Health (NIH) forms, performing submission and accepted manuscript data compilation and analysis for internal reporting purposes and maintaining reporting to inform key business questions and contribute actionable insights to internal stakeholders to drive decision making. Education and Experience: * BA, BS or AA degree preferred in Business Administration or related technical field, or, Social Sciences, or English * 3-5 years working experience in a business office environment with at least one year of publishing experience required * Familiarity with APA Style * Ability to effectively work cross-functionally * Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Inquisitive and detail oriented * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Computer Skills Required: * Advanced level: MS Excel, MS Word, Microsoft Outlook, internal databases, and Web browsers * Intermediate level: MS Access, MS PowerPoint and Databases, with ability to learn and increase proficiency Responsibilities: * Daily assessment and processing of all accepted manuscripts (except AP-Handled by Senior Journal Production Editor) for production (requires great attention to detail) * Serve as point person for any related JPCS issues/errors concerning our composition vendors. * Deposit of NIH-funded accepted manuscripts to PubMed Central (PMC) to ensure compliance with NIH policy supporting the account management team * Updating records and compiling/analyzing statistical data for Journals Department Management * Invoice preparation and processing * Daily use of Aries' journal tracking system, Editorial Manager and ProduXion Manager. * Report maintenance and preparation from all production systems * Work with Journals department managers to identify or investigate systems problems or limitations * Manuscript Submissions for ALL Journals report - pull numbers from peer review systems and maintain spreadsheet * Create and maintain documentation for Journals staff for pulling reports * Reporting insights: Present regular and ad-hoc findings and actionable insights to stakeholders in compelling dashboards, reports, visualizations, and presentations. * Annually consolidates the schedules for all journals * Administrative responsibilities (e.g. phone coverage, archiving, and/or provide backup to Journal Production Editors) * 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
    $36k-45k yearly est. 22d ago
  • Director of Knowledge Sharing

    Urban Land Institute 4.4company rating

    Washington, DC job

    Job Description The Urban Land Institute (ULI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit research and education organization supported by its members. Founded in 1936, the Institute has more than 48,000 members worldwide, representing the spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines across 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 policymakers 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: We are seeking an experienced Director, Knowledge Sharing to lead operations for the Urban Land Institute's digital learning ecosystem, including its Learning Management System, Thinkific, and related partnership and cohort learning programs. This role reports to the Vice President, Knowledge Sharing, and is responsible for overseeing delivery and lifecycle of the digital learning portfolio, including self-paced and instructor-led learning formats. You will own delivery of the product roadmap working with a team of project managers and engaging subject matter experts (SMEs), instructional designers, digital content producers, and other vendors. You will collaborate with other business units, including Customer Service, Marketing, Corporate Partners, and Meetings, among others, to achieve revenue and impact goals. If you are an operational e-learning leader passionate about building successful educational products, this is a unique opportunity to shape a key growth area for a globally respected organization. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Execute a comprehensive business strategy for ULI's online learning program with the goal of achieving revenue growth and mission impact. 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, forecasting revenue, managing expenses, and ensuring the program meets its financial targets. Lead a high-performing team of project, platform, and customer success managers. Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture. Manage the relationship with ULI's Global Customer Service Operations team to ensure high-quality service delivery. Establish key metrics for customer service and own the continuous improvement process based on customer feedback. Collaborate with ULI's member leaders and member networks (District Councils, Product Councils), and key external partners to ensure alignment and support for the online learning strategy. Conduct or engage vendors to deliver market research and competitive and pricing analyses to identify new course opportunities, anticipate industry trends, and ensure ULI's offerings remain relevant and best-in-class. Manage the research, reevaluation, selection, and procurement process for core learning technologies and third-party services, including the Learning Management System (LMS), content authoring tools, assessment platforms, and external development vendors. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 8-10+ years of professional experience in product management, program management, or business line ownership, with a significant portion focused on online learning, adult education, professional development, or EdTech. Familiarity with commercial real estate and land use and/or one or more related fields (finance and investment, construction, architecture, urban planning and design) is a major plus. Proven experience leading and managing teams, including hiring, mentorship, and performance management. Strong financial acumen with prior experience managing a budget or P&L and an understanding of the business drivers for a successful product line. A demonstrated ability to develop and execute a product or business strategy that resulted in measurable growth. Data-driven decision-maker, comfortable using analytics (e.g., revenue, engagement, survey data) to inform strategy and measure success. Familiarity with Thinkific and Articulate Rise360 preferred. Familiarity with NetFORUM, PowerBI, Smartsheet, and/or Zapier a plus. WORKING CONDITIONS: Hybrid position based in Washington, D.C. Must be available for ULI Fall and Spring Meetings and travel as required (approximately 15-20%). Occasional extended hours during events. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and stand/walk for long periods at events. COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $106,916 to $120,000. 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: To apply, please follow the link. Please submit a résumé and a letter of interest/cover letter. 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.
    $106.9k-120k yearly 22d ago
  • Associate, Product Councils Membership

    Urban Land Institute 4.4company rating

    Washington, DC job

    ABOUT ULI The Urban Land Institute (ULI) is a nonprofit research and education organization supported by its members. Founded in 1936, the Institute now has more than 48,000 members worldwide, representing the entire spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines, both private and public. As the preeminent, multidisciplinary real estate forum, ULI facilitates the open exchange of ideas and experiences among industry leaders and policy makers dedicated to shaping the built environment for transformative impact in communities worldwide. POSITION SUMMARY The Associate, Product Councils Membership plays a key role in supporting the engagement, growth, and retention of ULI's Product Councils membership. This role is responsible for coordinating member onboarding, processing transactions, assisting with events, and maintaining accurate data and communications. It's an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented and service-minded professional to contribute to ULI's mission, build member relationships, and gain hands-on experience in membership management and event coordination within a global nonprofit. This is a hybrid position requiring three days per week in ULI's Washington, DC headquarters, with occasional travel for meetings and events. The salary for this position ranges from $55,781 - $60,662. 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. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage membership transactions, including joins, renewals, cancellations, and updates. Maintain accurate membership records and databases. Coordinate onboarding of new members, including welcome communications and orientation support. Draft and assist with member communications and email campaigns. Provide logistical support for virtual and in-person events, including registration and onsite coordination. Support the planning and execution of the annual Product Council retreat. Track and analyze membership data to inform decision-making. Assist with surveys, outreach campaigns, and member engagement initiatives. Collaborate with internal teams to align membership strategies. Provide general administrative support to senior staff on special projects. Participate in ULI's Spring and Fall Meeting activities, including member-facing events and networking. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum: 1-2 years of experience in membership, administrative, or customer-facing roles. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Preferred: Experience working in a nonprofit or professional membership organization. Familiarity with real estate or urban development sectors. Knowledge of CRM systems (e.g., NetForum) and survey/reporting platforms. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: To apply, please follow the link. Please submit a résumé and a letter of interest/cover letter. 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.
    $55.8k-60.7k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • BN32P4-Data Management Engineer

    American Chemical Society 4.7company rating

    Washington, DC job

    * 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.
    $120k yearly 41d ago
  • Outreach Activity Program Specialist

    American Chemical Society 4.7company rating

    Washington, DC job

    The Education Division builds programs and provides resources and professional development for all education settings. The Office of Science Outreach supports ACS members and volunteers who share chemistry with their communities. The types of programs offered include hands-on activity resources, science outreach training, outreach campaigns, grants, volunteer recognition, and a high school chemistry competition. The office works both domestically and internationally. This position will provide support to the Office of Science Outreach by coordinating interactive activity resources for ACS sponsored outreach events, including ACS Kids Zone and Celebrating Chemistry magazine. This will include identifying and designing appropriate interactive activities for different audiences, testing activities, writing instructions for different audiences, incorporating activities into the ACS Chemistry Outreach Activities Library, and providing other support to the Office of Science Outreach team as needed. Minimal travel will be expected for this position (less than 10%). Position Accountabilities * Identify and design interactive activities appropriate for different audiences. * Test activities, to include RAMP-based safety assessments, write instructions, and incorporate visual demonstrations of the activities. * Oversee purchasing, cataloging, and shipping of supplies for Office of Science Outreach events. * Incorporate activities into the online ACS Chemistry Outreach Activities Library and serve as liaison to ACS web team. * Collaborate with internal ACS partners (e.g., marketing, purchasing, contracts). * Contribute to other Office of Science Outreach initiatives as needed. Education/Experience/Technological Knowledge Bachelor's degree in science, education, or related field with experience identifying and designing science outreach activities. Formal or informal science education experience is highly desirable. Strong writing and verbal communications skills for interacting with volunteers and the general public. Outstanding interpersonal skills with superior customer service. This role is based in our Washington, DC office. ACS employees work a hybrid schedule, consisting of working onsite two days per work week, as decided by functional area. The balance of the week is open to working remotely, though employees are always welcome onsite each day if they choose. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $65,000-$75,000 per year. 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. #LI-VB1
    $65k-75k yearly 27d ago
  • Deputy Director, Get America Working

    Ashoka 4.3company rating

    Ashoka job in Arlington, VA

    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.
    $114k-154k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Sr Business Analyst

    American Chemical Society 4.7company rating

    Washington, DC job

    The Sr. Business Analyst is responsible for analyzing business needs, researching/recommending solutions, optimizing processes/systems, and supporting large HR initiatives. This role ensures continuous delivery of products and solutions across recruiting, onboarding, benefits, payroll, talent management, and offboarding. The ideal candidate will bring balanced expertise in HR, business analysis, and technology, with a strong focus on business optimization and transformations. This role will report to the Sr. Director of People Operations and Digital Transformation. JOB FUNCTIONS * Business Analysis * Partner with HR and cross-functional teams to gather and document business requirements. * Translate business needs into functional specifications and user stories. * Conduct gap analyses and identify opportunities for process and system improvements. * Research HR and technology best practices and solutions. * Ensure alignment between business goals and solutions. * Continuous Improvement * Identify inefficiencies in deployed HR processes and solutions * Realize incremental improvements across the whole employee lifecycle. * Lead or support process redesign initiatives to enhance employee and HR team experience. * Monitor system performance and user feedback to drive iterative improvements. * Stay current on HR technology trends and best practices to inform innovation. * Transformations and Implementations * Collaborate with HR, IT, and internal teams to implement new solutions or capabilities. * Lead or support conversion, testing, validation, and deployment of HR technology solutions. * Develop and maintain documentation, including process maps, SOPs, and training materials. * Provide change management support and training to end users. * Serve as project lead for small to medium sized projects REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS * Minimum 5 years of experience in HR system administration or HR business analysis role * Minimum 2 years of hands-on configuration experience with Workday (Core HCM, Recruiting, Benefits, Talent Optimization, Learning) * Highly proficient in discovery, requirements gathering, process mapping, and/or user story development * Proficiency in collaboration and diagramming tools (Lucidchart, Mural, Visio) * Proficiency in project and work management tools such (Asana, Smartsheet, Jira Project) * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a consultative and collaborative mindset. * Familiarity with HR compliance, data privacy, and audit requirements. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and evolving environment. * Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or equivalent PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Experience in a global HR operations environment * Experience with Success Factors or UKG * HR Certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) * Business or Process Analysis Certification (Lean Six Sigma, CBPA) * Project or Change Management Certification (PMP, Prince2, PROSCI) TRAVEL * Ability to travel up to 10% of the time for business needs, team meetings, or professional development 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 $112,000-151,000 per year. * For OH, between $101,000-136,000 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.
    $112k-151k yearly 4d ago
  • AM21M1 Manager Conference & Meetings

    American Chemical Society 4.7company rating

    Washington, DC job

    The mission of the ACS is to advance the broader chemistry enterprise and its practitioners for the benefit of Earth and its people. The strategic objectives of the Department of Meetings and Exposition Services reflect the responsiveness of the Division in fulfilling the vision, mission, and values of ACS and meeting the needs of the changing chemistry enterprise. Job Title: Manager, Events This position reports to the Director of Events and is responsible for managing logistics for both global and domestic event logistics management. The Manager, Events, will oversee and facilitate all aspects of meeting planning: project management; logistical management; financial management; conduct location and venue RFPs, site selection, and site visits; create and manage vendor RFP process, negotiation, contracting, and vendor communication; coordinate and manage event registration creation (in conjunction with registration staff); coordinate marketing (in conjunction with marketing staff); provide housing management; provide onsite staffing and logistical management; and create detailed post-event reports. In addition, the position will provide operational support for the department including budgeting and creating/updating standard operating procedures as well as support volunteer leaders with strategic planning for the organization. Essential Job Duties * Coordinate with the Director/Senior Director to develop and execute global event strategies * Provide operational oversite and project management for departmental and organizational goals which includes creating and managing production timelines (work plans) and conducting planning meetings with clients and partners * Manage finances of projects including creating and managing meeting budgets and financial reports and tracking * Provide logistical management to include registration, housing, etc. preshow and onsite for events. * Manage RFPs, selection, and contract negotiations for sites and vendors in several areas including: general services contractors, audio visual, catering, mobile apps, printers, shipping, and other vendors as required. Act as main point of contact for all vendors to ensure work is completed * Coordinate with the marketing department to create, review, and send event marketing materials including emails, program books, ads, websites, and mobile apps * Review and update standard operating procedures for department Required Education and Experience * Bachelor's Degree (required); may have an advanced degree or equivalent experience * 8+ Years of demonstrated meeting/event planning experience. * 3+ Years of demonstrated global meeting/event planning experience. * Extensive knowledge of hospitality industry, specific to conference planning and execution. Excellent knowledge of industry best practices, procedures, and principles. * Certification: CMP, CMM, CEM, or other Meeting Industry certifications preferred. * Experience in an association environment is also a plus. * Technical Proficiency: Proficient in the use of Asana, Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Word, SmartSheets, and Excel), Adobe Acrobat, Zoom and databases. * Skills: Solid leadership, communication, and program management skills with the ability to successfully mobilize diverse resources and effectively manage complex projects simultaneously. Customer service focused, detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities. Proficient in multi-tasking, organizing, managing, and tracking multiple projects on schedule. Support volunteer leaders with strategic planning for the organization. * Possess critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills. * Demonstrate change champion attributes. Essential qualities include organizing, critical thinking, time management, strategic, collaborative, flexible, adaptable, and political approaches. * Ability to work nights and weekends for successful execution of events. Ability to move about to accomplish tasks for many hours a day during events. Ability to lift 25 lbs. and work extended days during events * Perform other duties as assigned by management * Approximately 25% travel This role is based in our Washington, DC office. ACS employees work a hybrid schedule, consisting of working onsite two days per work week, as decided by functional area. The balance of the week is open to working remotely, though employees are always welcome onsite each day if they choose. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $90,000 - $100,000 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. #LI-VB1
    $90k-100k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Global Controller

    Ashoka 4.3company rating

    Ashoka job in Arlington, VA

    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.
    $67k-90k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • TE26P5 Lead Software Engineer

    American Chemical Society 4.7company rating

    Washington, DC job

    Technical Skills Proficiency in Cloud Platforms: Expertise in major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform. Understanding their core services such as computing, storage, and databases is crucial. Linux Fundamentals: Many cloud environments run on Linux, so having a solid understanding of Linux basics is essential. Networking and Virtualization: Knowledge of networking concepts and virtualization technologies is important for managing cloud infrastructure. Security and Compliance: Understanding cloud security best practices and compliance requirements is vital to protect data and applications. 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. Containerization and Orchestration: Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes for container management and orchestration is highly valuable. DevOps Practices and CI/CD Pipelines: Implementing continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines is key for efficient software delivery. Programming and Scripting: Proficiency in languages like Python, Java, or Bash for scripting and automation tasks. Database Management: Understanding different database services and management techniques is important for handling data in the cloud. Monitoring, Logging, and Cost Optimization: Skills in monitoring and logging tools, as well as strategies for cost optimization, ensure efficient cloud operations. 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 Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly and efficiently. Communication: Strong communication skills to collaborate with teams and explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Continuous Learning: The cloud landscape is constantly evolving, so a commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest technologies is crucial. Project Management: Skills in managing projects, timelines, and resources effectively. Position Accountabilities Minimum 5+ years of application development/cloud engineering experience required for this position. Implement and manage cloud solutions in AWS, with Azure experience as an added advantage. Take ownership of the provisioning 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. Design, develop, and manage dev, test, and production environments, ensuring robust software configuration management throughout the application development lifecycle. Extensive experience in implementing AWS EKS clusters, management and scaling of the clusters with a good knowledge of traffic in/outflows via subnet configurations and gateways. Linux experience is a plus. Develop and maintain CI/CD pipeline, ensuring smooth deployments and integrations using GitHub Actions, ArgoCD, and containerization strategies. Manage Kubernetes clusters within cloud environments, optimizing for performance and reliability. Utilize Terraform and other Infrastructure as Code tools to automate and manage cloud infrastructure. Work with serverless computing frameworks on AWS to enhance application scalability and efficiency. Work on Org Units, IAM roles to define efficient and cost-effective operating models for all publication assets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile setting to provide architecture support on AWS. Integrate and help manage legacy workflows using ArgoCD, Airflow, Jenkins, Bitbucket, and Bamboo pipelines. Learn new and latest cloud and AI technologies to advise and develop modern solutions. Participate in the roadmap for DevOps implementation in established operations, with expertise in continuous delivery, DevOps solutions, and integrated toolset solutions in an enterprise environment. Assist DevSecOps practices, including secret management, privilege management, and integrating tools to enhance baseline security. Ability to plan, design, explain and anticipate impact of services used in the cloud. 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.
    $144k-195k yearly 35d ago
  • Director of Advancement, ULI Foundation

    Urban Land Institute 4.4company rating

    Washington, DC job

    The Urban Land Institute (ULI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit research and education organization supported by its members. 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. THE OPPORTUNITY Are you a visionary fundraiser and inspiring team leader ready to shape the future of philanthropy at one of the most respected organizations in the real estate and land use world? The Director of Advancement at the ULI Foundation offers a rare opportunity to work hand-in-hand with the Foundation President to chart the next chapter of ULI's fundraising strategy. You'll lead a talented and growing team, mentor emerging fundraisers, and personally engage major donors whose generosity fuels ULI's mission-driven impact across sustainability, housing, capital markets, and community development. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, driving strategy, and mentoring others - someone who sees fundraising not just as a transaction, but as a transformative partnership that propels bold ideas forward. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead with Vision Serve as a strategic partner to the Foundation President, helping to define and execute the advancement vision for ULI's next era of growth. Supervise and mentor leads overseeing Major Gifts and the Annual Fund, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Set clear goals and performance metrics, ensuring ULI's advancement programs achieve ambitious targets and deliver measurable results. Fundraise with Purpose Manage and grow a portfolio of donors and prospects capable of giving $1,000-$250,000+, cultivating deep and lasting philanthropic relationships. Craft tailored strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship - transforming donor engagement into lasting partnerships. Work closely with volunteer leaders and ULI members to amplify peer-to-peer fundraising and expand ULI's philanthropic reach. Build the Pipeline Partner across departments and District Councils to identify new funding opportunities for ULI's key initiatives and thought leadership programs. Drive acquisition, retention, and reactivation of donors through integrated campaigns and personalized outreach. Collaborate with Corporate & Foundation Relations and Stewardship Officers to ensure consistent donor recognition and impact reporting. Shape the Team and the Culture Lead with authenticity, empathy, and accountability - modeling ULI's values of collaboration, integrity, and impact. Inspire your team to think creatively, take initiative, and grow as fundraising professionals. Serve as a visible ambassador for the Advancement team across the organization and with external stakeholders. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A strategic leader and relationship builder with 6-8 years of progressive experience in advancement, development, or fundraising. A proven closer, with demonstrated success securing and stewarding four- to six-figure gifts. A mentor and motivator, with at least 2-3 years of supervisory experience leading high-performing teams. A collaborative partner who thrives in complex, mission-driven environments and can align diverse stakeholders behind a shared vision. Tech-savvy and data-driven, with proficiency in CRM systems and donor pipeline management. (Preferred) Experience in a membership-based, nonprofit, or real estate-oriented organization, and familiarity with multi-platform fundraising campaigns. WHY ULI Joining ULI means joining a movement. Here, your work doesn't just raise funds - it shapes the future of cities, sustainability, and inclusive growth. You'll be part of a passionate, global community united by purpose, creativity, and collaboration. ULI offers a competitive salary range of $120,916 - $131,000, along with an exceptional benefits package and the flexibility of a hybrid work environment. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: To apply, please follow the link. Please submit a résumé and a letter of interest/cover letter. 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.
    $120.9k-131k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Credit Analyst

    NCRC 4.2company rating

    Washington, DC job

    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
    $51k-74k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Workplace Engineer

    American Chemical Society 4.7company rating

    Washington, DC job

    The Workplace Technology team seeks to provide high quality technical guidance and support for all workstation system needs for the American Chemical Society. With a strong focus on customer service, Workplace Technology aims to provide technology to support the productivity of staff, and to provide appropriate access to Society information to further the goals of the Society. Position Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Level 3 Desktop Engineer to support a multiplatform enterprise environment. This role focuses on endpoint engineering and lifecycle management across both Windows and mac OS devices, with a strong emphasis on the Ivanti product suite-including Ivanti Neurons for IT automation and endpoint administration. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge, hands-on experience managing mixed-platform environments, and the ability to lead endpoint projects from design through execution. Key Responsibilities: * Design and maintain endpoint management policies for both Windows and mac OS platforms, ensuring consistent and secure configurations. * Manage application packaging and automated deployment processes using Ivanti and other tools as needed. * Build and refine Neurons workflows, bots, and sensors to streamline desktop operations and improve visibility into device health and compliance. * Provide advanced troubleshooting for endpoint-related issues escalated from Level 1 and 2 teams, across both Windows and mac OS systems. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including InfoSec, Infrastructure, and Help Desk to align endpoint strategy with organizational goals. * Maintain system documentation, SOPs, and knowledge base articles to support consistent service delivery. * Monitor software and hardware lifecycle and assist in the planning and execution of refresh cycles. * Stay informed of best practices in endpoint management, automation, and cross-platform support. Qualifications: * 5+ years of experience in desktop engineering or endpoint administration roles in a mid-to-large enterprise environment. * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field. * Strong hands-on experience with Ivanti Endpoint Manager and Ivanti Neurons (including automation, patching, and analytics). * Solid understanding of Windows 10/11 enterprise environments including Group Policy, registry, system imaging, and remote support tools. * Working knowledge of mac OS systems and tools, including device setup, software deployment, and security configuration. * Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell and Bash for task automation and endpoint configuration. * Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and hybrid/cloud infrastructure environments. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience supporting multiplatform (Windows/mac OS) environments at scale. * Ivanti certifications (EM, UWM, MDM) or similar credentials. * Experience with Jamf or other Mac management platforms. * Familiarity with endpoint detection and response (EDR) and vulnerability management tools. * Ability to work independently, lead projects, and mentor junior support staff. This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $110,000-115,000 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.
    $110k-115k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Senior Accountant

    Ashoka 4.3company rating

    Ashoka job in Arlington, VA

    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.
    $64k-82k yearly est. Auto-Apply 30d ago

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