Director of Strategic Initiatives
Director of Strategic Initiatives
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USD 125223 - 138403
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Director of Strategic Initiatives
Job Summary
The Director of Strategic Initiatives role is an integral project and relationship manager to drive KIPP DCs strategic vision and priorities across the organization. They are responsible for facilitating cross-functional initiatives providing strategic support to the CEO and President and ensuring alignment with organizational priorities in close partnership with the Managing Director of Strategy and Culture. The starting salary range for this role is $125223-$138403. This is a full-time role based at KIPP DCs headquarters.
About KIPP DC
By 2025 KIPP DC will build upon two decades of proven results to develop into a more impactful innovative and inclusive school system that provides joyful identity-affirming learning experiences so that all students and alumni achieve extraordinary outcomes.
Our work is grounded in a commitment to excellence equity and justice. We believe all students have the right to rigorous relevant and joyful learning experiences led by exceptionally talented and diverse educators who promote student achievement and a sense of belonging. We believe students and teachers best succeed when surrounded by an ecosystem of supports including our central headquarters team that supports KIPP DCs 20 schools and two programs 7500 students and 1300 teachers leaders and staff members dedicated to this mission.
About the Role
The Director of Strategic Initiatives will manage organizational collaboration annual planning change management initiatives and special projects while providing leadership and coordination for critical cross-functional priorities. You will support KIPP DCs mission to create joyful identity-affirming learning environments and achieve extraordinary outcomes for students and alumni.
As a director this position must also ensure adherence to established internal control policies and procedures and maintain compliance within the organization. This is an exempt position and will report to the Managing Director of Strategy and Culture.
Location and Type of Work
As a headquarters team that is focused on being responsive to our schools and meeting the needs of our students and families we approach our work in a way that reflects these priorities. Schools operate in person and our students and families rely on us for in-person support and this position will regularly provide on-site support to school teams frequently partner with other headquarters teams or regularly work in multiple locations. Because of the nature of the work this role allows for occasional flexibility and will be required to be onsite 4 days per week.
Responsibilities
Organizational Strategy & Planning Support (40% of time)
- Collect and analyze contextual data surveys and feedback to provide insights and recommendations on strategic priorities under the guidance of the Managing Director
- Generate progress reports on strategic initiatives for executive leadership the board of directors and external stakeholders
- Support the execution of org-wide strategic initiatives ensuring timely completion of deliverables
- Assist in translating strategic initiatives into actionable annual plans including resource allocation and staffing considerations
- Track and report on performance metrics to support successful strategic plan implementation
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication (30% of time)
- Drive internal communication and collaboration across functional teams to break down silos and improve efficiency in alignment with strategic goals
- Facilitate discussions and communicate information on strategic priorities at executive team and leadership meetings
- Conduct data analysis including annual staff surveys and performance metrics to support executive team decision-making
- Build and manage knowledge management systems to improve staff family and partner access to critical information
- Foster equitable engagement by enhancing feedback loops organizational listening and informed decision-making related to strategic initiatives
Board of DirectorsStrategic Support (20% of time)
- Provide strategic support to help establish agendas content and materials for quarterly board meetings committee meetings and retreats
- Prepare communications to inform and engage board members on organizational priorities.
- Support the recruitment and onboarding of new board members
- Support management team members who serve as committee liaisons with strategic support related to strategic priorities as needed
Organizational Effectiveness & Change Management Support (10% of time)
- Support the planning and implementation of organizational change initiatives related to strategic priorities under the guidance of the Managing Director
- In partnership with the Director of Communications assist in developing and executing communication strategies to support change management efforts related to strategic priorities
- Provide support to staff to facilitate successful transitions related to strategic priorities
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of change initiatives related to strategic priorities providing feedback to the Managing Director
Requirements & Preferences
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree
- Minimum of 7 years of professional work experience including at least 2 years managing complex cross-functional projects that engage executive-level stakeholders
- Experience managing and coordinating cross-functional projects
- Experience in data collection organization management quality control and process documentation for large-scale projects or programs.
- Strong data analysis and reasoning skills to surface actionable insights and trends
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in schools or a school system
- Familiarity with knowledge management systems and data analysis tools
- Experience designing and maintaining data visualization tools and trackers
Physical Requirements
- Occasional early mornings or late evenings for meetings or events with remote flexibility
- Ability to attend events and meetings at KIPP DCs campuses and headquarters as needed
Demonstrated Excellence in the Following Areas:
- Commitment to Students and Schools: Demonstrates commitment to education reform believing in every childs potential for success and prioritizing students schools and the essential role of families.
- Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving: Finds creative solutions to challenges that achieve broader goals of team and organization.
- Project Management: Sets a high bar for own work and supports others to achieve desired team outcomes.
- Communications and Influence: Demonstrates adept communication skills and influence to advance work by adjusting content and style.
- Teamwork: Contributes to a supportive team culture fostering diverse work styles and maintaining a high performance standard.
- Trust and Collaboration: Establishes and nurtures effective relationships with a diverse set of stakeholders to support the best outcomes for our work.
- Cultural Humility: Advances KIPP DCs commitment to anti-racism by creating a diverse equitable and inclusive environment for all stakeholders.
- Continuous Learning: Commits to continuous learning through feedback self reflection humility and action.
Benefits & Compensation
KIPP DC offers an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package:
- The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $125223-$138403. At KIPP DC we strive for clarity equity and to be highly competitive. When determining salaries we look at benchmarks in the education and non-profit sector.
- KIPP DC offers a robust benefits package including medical dental and vision insurances; various voluntary benefits; and employer paid benefits such as short term disability long term disability life insurance and a membership to One Medical.
- KIPP DC also offers a 403(b) retirement account with a 3% employer contribution and a 3% match with vesting after three years.
- Currently individuals in this role have up to 15 paid time off days up to 10 paid sick days and 12 paid holidays. This is subject to change and your exact schedule will be shared in your offer letter.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against or tolerate discrimination against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including but not limited to actual or perceived race color national origin immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal DC state or local law) religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth lactation and related medical conditions) age physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation gender (including gender identity or expression) marital status (including domestic partnership status) genetic information political affiliation pregnancy family responsibilities personal appearance veteran status uniform service member status status of being unemployed status of victim a survivor of domestic violence sexual offense or stalking matriculation or any other protected class under federal state DC or local law.
Click here or here to review KIPP DCs non-discrimination policy and KIPP DCs Title IX Coordinators contact information.
Please Note: If you encounter difficulties submitting your application or fail to receive a confirmation email after applying kindly reach out to Danica Cunningham at . Please include your name resume and specify the role you are applying for in your email. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience caused.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
