Executive Director - Washington, United States - Platform of Hope DC

Description

ABOUT PLATFORM OF HOPE

The mission of the Platform of Hope is to enhance the ability of families of color to define and pursue success while building community by connecting them with coaching, services and one another.

Together, we amplify the experiences of DC area families and address systemic barriers to success.

The Platform of Hope began as a pilot program in September 2018 to combat the displacement of low-income families of color from Adams Morgan/ Ward 1 by supporting families in accessing resources and connecting to their community.

Now in our sixth year, the Platform of Hope is stepping into its own as a community-based organization with a new "Phase II" strategic plan to lead the next five years of programmatic impact, mature our organization and stabilize operations.

Our program works to change the paradigm of traditional social services delivery to center the voices of families in making holistic decisions about their lives and uphold social capital between families as a key factor for long-term success.

POH's model integrates housing, education, employment, family stability, physical health, mental health, etc., to partner with families to identify their goals and then self-direct plans to accomplish them.

The Platform of Hope strives towards our vision where families of color in DC neighborhoods achieve greater social, financial, and overall wellness in their lives and community.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ROLE

The Executive Director is a visionary, dynamic, and strategic leader responsible for leading Platform of Hope (POH) 's mission of empowering families of color and immigrant families in the DC area.

This role ensures organizational sustainability program success, identifies and maintains new and existing external partnerships, and ensures equitable, values-based internal operations.

The Executive Director also drives the internal and external functions, including fund development, finances, strategy, communications, community engagement, and program oversight.

This will be the organization's second Executive Director, following the founding Executive Director who is stepping down in summer 2024.

The Platform of Hope has a staff of 6 currently, 4 full-time and 2 part-time, as well as a small number of contractors for supporting roles (fundraising, communications).

The Executive Director will build and maintain strong relationships with staff, the Advisory Board, partners, donors and families.

Please note that Social Good Fund fiscally sponsors the Platform of Hope; therefore, the Executive Director will be an employee of Social Good Fund.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership

• Provide visionary leadership aligned with our values: centering families, transparency and confronting inequities.
• Mentor and develop team members to uphold our mission.
• Foster transparent communication and collaboration internally and with stakeholders.
• Select and oversee consultants as needed for operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with fiscal sponsor's guidelines and HR requirements.
• Strengthen relationships with the Advisory Board, partners, and coalitions.
• Regularly report out to and liaise with the Advisory Board.

Resource Development

• Cultivate and maintain funding relationships with philanthropic organizations in partnership with grantwriting consultant firm.
• Identify potential funding sources and lead donor cultivation efforts.
• Coordinate fundraising events with support from staff, volunteers, and contractors.
• Raise the annual budget of $601K in partnership with grantwriting firm.

Financial Management

• Develop and oversee the annual budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
• Manage expenditures, negotiate contracts, and align expenses with program goals in partnership with Program Administrator.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and transparency to stakeholders.

Program Development

• Drive the creation and enhancement of programs that meet the evolving needs of families of color in the DC area and follows priorities from Strategic Plan.
• Identify opportunities for expansion, innovation, and improvement based on community feedback and emerging trends.
• Build new partnerships with affinity organizations and coalitions, particularly for systems change and service delivery efforts.

Communications

• Develop and execute communications strategy for diverse stakeholders.
• Amplify families' experiences through transparent and missiondriven reporting.
• Lead the creation of communications materials and media assets.

Staff Support and Development

• Provide guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to program and other staff to ensure they have the necessary skills, knowledge, and resources to succeed in their roles.
• Foster a culture of learning, growth, and collaboration within the program team.
• Oversee hiring, staff development, and corrective action for direct and indirect reports.

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