Benefits:
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
THE ORGANIZATION
HACE is a national non‐profit organization dedicated to the advancement of Latino professionals. Since 1982, HACE has served as a resource for Latinos in the workplace and a source of expertise and insight for employers in attracting, retaining, and developing Latino talent. HACE champions Latino professionals and their advancement in the workplace in partnership with employers and educational institutions. We serve Latino professionals and students throughout the U.S. Visit www.HACEonline.org for more information.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
The Director of Strategic Initiatives & Partnerships will grow and strengthen HACE's national network through oversight on program delivery, program enhancements and partnership development, and handling the day-to-day aspects of our Partnership Department. The Program Director will report to Vice President of Development & Strategic Initiatives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
External Relationships:
a. Expand revenue generating and fundraising activities to support existing programs and the growth of HACE; cultivate existing relationships and develop new funder relationships.
b. Manage relationships with partner organizations.
c. Provide oversight and work closely with Senior Partnership Manager to enhance and confirm partnership renewals.
Overall Program Delivery – New/Expansion & Strategic Initiatives
a. Oversee and lead all program logistics (e.g., venue and speaker identification, speaker prep, communication and outreach to program participants), program events (kick-off and graduation receptions, etc.) and program implementation (in-person and virtual).
b. Supervise and oversee the work of 4 direct staff reports, 5-15 program consultants and speakers, ensuring successful program delivery and experience for participants.
Partnership Evaluation, Design & Development
a. Collaborate with Program Director on new program content development, curriculum design and agenda setting to ensure we are continually iterating our programming to create maximum impact and value for participants.
b. Work with leadership programs corporate partners to ensure engagement and smooth delivery of program and relevant events, via conference calls, meetings, events, etc.
c. Analyze and report qualitative and quantitative feedback from participants to identify successes and lessons learned, and to make program adjustments.
d. Collaborate with Program Director in developing new content for customized programs as needed.
Marketing & Communications
a. Support recruitment of sponsors/individual participants in each city, identifying opportunities, and effectively engaging leadership programs alumni in the process.
b. Work with the marketing team in building press, blogger/influencer relationships and make HACE leadership programs a leading brand.
c. Assess event and speaking opportunities, attend relevant events/conferences to strengthen the leadership programs brand.
d. Management & Teamwork - Collaborate with HACE staff, Board of Directors, HACE Young Professional Board members and the Leadership Programs Alumni Board in planning fundraising events and informational seminars.· · Hire, train, and manage Account/Partnership Managers, or Support Team as needed
· Responsible for account management plan for the new hires
· Reporting on the account management for the team and for the organization as a whole
QUALIFICATIONS
a. Bachelor’s Degree in business, education, psychology, and/or related field; minimum of 7+ years of nonprofit management, program management, program curriculum delivery and development, leadership development, and professional/workforce development; experience in consulting, HR, talent recruitment/training, and/or DEI experience; strong preference for MBA/Master’s Degree.
b. Experience in product development and educational programs strong preferred.
c. Demonstrated leadership and vision in managing staff groups and major projects or initiatives.
d. Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style.
e. Program budget development and oversight experience.
f. Familiarity with CRM and/or Hubspot or willingness to learn.
g. A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace.
h. Excels at operating in a fast pace, community environment.
i. Demonstrated ability in managing customer relationships and community programs.
j. Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
k. Self-starter, independent, and entrepreneurial
l. Experience in marketing or sales related activities.
m. Passionate about empowering women and creating more inclusive, diverse organizations.
n. Proven ability in handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, comfortable with minimal direction, entrepreneurial, proactive spirit, like to build things.
o. Seek perspectives from and contribute to considerations of colleagues in other areas of responsibility such as sales, programs, marketing and organizational strategy.
p. Have experience working closely with senior leadership and executives.
q. Exceptional customer relationship skills, with strong project management and execution skills.
r. Demonstrated experience with online application tools and social media.
s. Will travel as needed, up to 30%-40% of the time, nationwide, when not in virtual programming
Location: Remote Position/ Travel will be required for annual events about 5% to 15%.
HACE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building high‐performing teams that mirror the communities we serve.
This is a remote position.