Early Education & Child Care Fellow (One-Year Fellowship)

Boston, NH - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 100000 - 110000

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Early Education & Child Care Fellow (One-Year Fellowship)

Organization Overview

We Are: Commonwealth Corporation is a quasi-public workforce development agency that strengthens the skills of Massachusetts youth and adults by investing in innovative partnerships with industry education and workforce organizations.

Program Overview

The goal of the Foundation is to provide financial support to Commonwealth Corporation whose mission is to strengthen the skills of Massachusetts youth and adults by investing in innovative partnerships with industry education and workforce organizations. Commonwealth Corporation seeks to meet the immediate and emerging needs of businesses and workers so that they can thrive in our dynamic economy. The Foundation focuses its efforts on three key areas:

Creating and supporting Workforce Development-focused convening to discuss and refine concepts for experimentation.

Developing demonstration projects that connect philanthropic dollars to innovative Workforce Development programs.

Enhancing proven workforce strategies to effectively scale operations and fill gaps in proven CommCorp programs where there are unmet needs.

Position Overview

The Commonwealth Corporation Foundation is seeking aFellow to provide hands-on support in advancing the implementation of the GovernorsInteragency Early Education and Child Care Task Force initiatives. This one-year full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of public policy philanthropy and systems change by helping to scope pilot projects and design fundraising strategies that will drive lasting improvements for Massachusetts families.

The Fellow will be an integral member of the team working closely with staff and external partners to move projects from concept to launch. Example projects could include developing a stipend program for Early Education and Child Care training participants expanding the Business Front Door for Early Education and Child Care providers developing a grant program to provide housing for early educators and other innovative pilots that would drive forward the Task Force recommendations to action. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented solution-driven and eager to apply their skills to tangible outcomes that support families across Massachusetts. This position is ideal for an emerging leader eager to make an impact in early childhood systems social innovation or public-private partnerships.

Reports to: Executive Director of Foundation

Department: CommCorp Foundation

Classification: Full-Time Exempt

Employment status: Fixed-term one-year fellowship. This position is not eligible for severance.

Work hours: 40 hours per week - Hybrid

Starting Salary: $100000 - $110000 plus Employer contributes 13.2% of gross salary to a 401(a)-employee retirement plan. (Vested 100% on day 1 of hire)

Responsibilities

Pilot Scoping & Design

Conduct research and analysis to identify high-potential pilot opportunities aligned with Task Force recommendations.
Collaborate with state agencies nonprofit partners and funders to refine pilot concepts goals and evaluation metrics.
Draft project plans timelines and resource needs for pilot implementation.
Report into Task Force PMO team via weekly PMO meetings monthly steering committee and quarterly Task Force meetings to share progress with the group leverage existing structures and research to inform pilot designs and ensure alignment with Task Force goals.

Fundraising Strategy Development

Support the development of fundraising strategies to advance pilot initiatives.
Conduct funder landscape scans and identify potential philanthropic and corporate partners.
Draft compelling materials (concept notes pitch decks briefs) to support fundraising efforts.

Stakeholder Engagement

Convene and coordinate with cross-sector partners including government philanthropy business and community organizations.
Synthesize stakeholder input and ensure alignment across key partners.

Communications & Reporting

Develop presentations updates and reports for state partners funders and stakeholders.
Track progress against fellowship goals and contribute to knowledge sharing across teams.

Minimum Qualifications

Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
Strong research analytical and writing skills.
Demonstrated commitment to equity family support and systems change.
Experience in project design strategy or fundraising/development is highly desirable.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package including medical insuranceHRA(Health Reimbursement Account) (Employer pays first 75% of participant deductible expenses);Dental insurance (80% employer / 20% employee) vision 13 paid holidays 3 weeks accrued paid vacation per year generous paid sick time paid time off Short-Term Long-Term and AD&D Insurance Life insurance up to 250k Pre-tax parking and commuter benefits (debit card) and Health Flexible Spending Account (debit card). Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Professional Development: Opportunities to work closely with leaders in early childhood policy and philanthropy gain exposure to system-level strategy and build a robust professional network.

EEOC statement

Equal Employment Opportunity: Commonwealth Corporation is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Research suggests that qualified women and Black & Indigenous POC may self-select out of opportunities if they dont meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive at CommCorp to apply for this role.

Commitment to Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging

As a leader in workforce development CommCorp is committed to Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB). We strive to center DEIB in every facet of our work. This commitment requires us to identify and dismantle historical and existing barriers within systems policies and practices to create long-term economic opportunities and access for all.

The successful candidate is required to complete CORI background checks.

Please send your resume and cover letter to:

Early Education & Child Care Fellow (One-Year Fellowship)Organization OverviewWe Are: Commonwealth Corporation is a quasi-public workforce development agency that strengthens the skills of Massachusetts youth and adults by investing in innovative part...