President - Alliance for Education (AFE)
President - Alliance for Education (AFE)
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The role forPresident of the Alliance for Education(AFE) has been retained to be conducted by NextDeavor Executive Search. Please feel free to either apply directly here or email any confidential inquiries to
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Founded in 1995 the Alliance for Education (AFE) is an independent non-profit committed to excellence in education by advancing equity and educational justice so that all students in Seattle Public Schools (SPS) receive an excellent and equitable education and are provided with the opportunity to reach their full potential. As Seattles only local education fund AFE acts as an independent catalyst convener and trusted partner channeling resources and expertise toward critical educational needs. Through its extensive partnerships AFE has generated over $200 million in community support.Alliance for Education
Heres how youll become a key player with this opportunity:
Heres how youll make an impact on the team:
Leadership & Strategic Vision
- Lead collaboratively with the Alliance Board Executive Leadership Team and community partners advancing AFEs mission.
- Foster a positive and inclusive organizational culture internally and externally.
- Build strategic alignment and catalyze collective action to support SPS students.
- Governance & Board Relations
- Work closely with the Board of Directors enhancing board engagement and strategic governance.
- Expand board membership strategically ensuring the board is effectively prepared to support and advocate for AFEs mission.
Management & Operational Excellence
- Provide guidance and accountability with direct reports ensuring effective team management and operational outcomes.
- Oversee the successful execution of organizational strategy annual work plans budgets and ensure general organizational health.
- Committed to operational efficiency continuous process improvement and strong cross-functional collaboration; prioritizes strategic partnerships especially with HR and Finance to elevate organizational effectiveness.
School & District Partnerships
- Maintain a productive collaborative partnership with SPS leadership including the Superintendent and School Board Executive Cabinet principals and educators.
- Establish clear shared goals expectations and priorities to strengthen trust and mutual support.
Community & External Relations
- Engage actively with educators non-profit and civic leaders and corporate/philanthropic communities and oversee engagement with other community stakeholders including students and families.
- Build initiative-taking trust-based relationships that enhance community engagement and advocacy for SPS students.
Strategic Planning & Impact
- Lead refinement and implementation of AFEs strategic plan.
- Regularly assess and report progress adjusting plans as needed to meet evolving community and educational needs.
- Ensure programmatic strategies remain aligned with the AFE mission leveraging partnerships with institutions such as the University of Washington Seattle Colleges and City of Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning.
Fundraising & Financial Stewardship
- Work closely with the Advancement and Finance teams to meet ambitious fundraising targets and maintain fiscal integrity.
- Cultivate donor relationships and expand funding from diverse philanthropic sources.
- Oversee financial planning and strategic investments to ensure organizational sustainability and growth
- Function as primary spokesperson for AFE ensuring clear effective communication internally and externally with the communities they serve.
- Advance strategic goals through compelling storytelling public speaking media engagement and targeted messaging.
Heres what youll need to be successful in this role:
Executive & Organizational Leadership
- Substantial relevant leadership experience with demonstrated increasing responsibilities (preferably in nonprofit NGO or mission-driven organizations).
- At least 5 years at executive/senior leadership level demonstrating successful team and organizational management.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
- High emotional intelligence and political acumen including conflict-resolution skills to navigate complex internal and external challenges.
- Visionary pragmatic leader who prioritizes results accountability and organizational health.
Strategic & Operational Expertise
- Proven strategic planning and execution experience including system change and development.
- Skilled in decision-making governance and managing complex organizational systems.
- Experience managing budgets with demonstrated financial acumen in budgeting forecasting audits and funding diversification.
Fundraising & External Relations
- Comprehensive experience with major gifts donor cultivation grants management and/or capital campaigns.
- Strong public speaking storytelling media engagement and communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to inclusive practices an educational system that equitably supports each child in the diverse community that is Seattle Public Schools to create educational justice for all.
- Demonstrated ability to foster inclusive workplace practices and lead organizational culture initiatives that support belonging and respect
- Enthusiastic about education and youth development.
- Dedicated to the fundamental belief that every child has value potential and can succeed.
- Passionate about advancing equity and supporting those students furthest from educational justice through strategic leadership to create a public education system that offers a safe and supportive space for all students.
Heres what else might help you out:
- Experience working in diverse environments understanding nuances of racial and economic diversity.
- Background or strong familiarity with the education sector dynamics especially partnerships with senior school district leadership and public-school districts in Washington State.
- Proven ability to convene and engage community leaders for large-scale educational initiatives.
Pay Range:
This is a full-time exempt role based in Seattle WA. AFE offers competitive compensation a hybrid workplace with flexibility and generous benefits. Our hiring range is $196241-$269832 Annually Discretionary Annual Bonus Potential of up to $25000 based on achieving Board determined milestones.
- Benefits Youll Love:
- Medical Dental and Vision Coverage Employer covers 96% of employee health insurance premium
- 401(k) and Roth Retirement Accounts with Employer Match of up to 6%
- Generous PTO including 10 paid holidays paid winter closure and community service leave.
- Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development
- Mindfulness and Wellness Resources
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Company-sponsored ORCA Card
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Parental Leave
- EAP Membership
- Additional Voluntary Benefits including Long-term Disability Insurance Personal Accident Insurance and Pet Insurance
- Remote office stipend $500
- Woodland Park Zoo Discount
- SecureSave Workplace Savings Program with Optional $5 Semi-Monthly Employer Match
- Passport Corporate Discount Membership
- Norton LifeLock Benefit Solutions
- Free snacks and beverages at the office!
Employment Details:
AFE is affiliated with the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce; staff members of Alliance for Education are officially employees of the Chamber and participate in Chamber benefit plans.
To Be Considered:
We recognize the value of the Chamber and its affiliate organizations and programs reflecting the diversity of our community and are intentionally and actively seeking out applications from a variety of backgrounds.
The Chamber is an equal opportunity employer. All employees and potential employees will be recruited selected trained promoted and if necessary disciplined without regard to sex race religion creed caste marital status age national origin ancestry color sexual orientation gender identity or expression political ideology or activity disability honorably discharged veteran or military status. All applicants are carefully screened and full consideration is given to their training education skills aptitudes experience and previous work addition the Chamber does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information in its employment related policies and practices including coverage under its health benefits program.
Submit a resume and a cover letterdetailing your journey and fit for the organization. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Search conducted by ND Executive Search:
Chris Nguyen Managing Partner / ND Executive Search Phone: 206.350.7772 Email:
Thank you for joining us in this mission to support excellence in education by advancing educational justice and equity for students in Seattle Public Schools!
Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full Time
