Charity Search Group Los Angeles , CA 90067
Posted 7 days ago
Position Title: Program Director, Thriving Communities
Reports to: Senior Director, Environmental & Climate Justice
Position: Full-time, Exempt, 3-year term with extension contingent upon grant renewal
Location:Hybrid-Onsite; Los Angeles, California
Salary:
$100,600 - $125,700
About Liberty Hill
At Liberty Hill Foundation, we are at the forefront of social change, championing social justice and equity by supporting grassroots movements in communities most affected by systemic oppression. Our mission is to transform lives, communities, and policies, building a more equitable future for all. We are a dynamic team of passionate changemakers, committed to supporting community organizing through our programs: grantmaking, training and capacity building, and alliance building.
Our staff represents a dedicated community of people who are committed to social justice and improving the material conditions in which we live. At Liberty Hill, we’re also committed to our organizational values of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI).
We embrace the differences and characteristics that make us all unique, and we encourage collaboration as an essential element of our mission to reach our North Star goal—to achieve justice and equity by building power in communities most impacted by systemic oppression.
The Role
The Program Director for Thriving Communities holds a critical role in driving forward the organization's mission and goals in the area of Environmental Justice. This role involves managing strategic planning, executing programs, supporting the Thriving Communities grant process, and assessing the program’s impact on community well-being. Collaborating with diverse stakeholders, the Program Director will manage projects, ensure adherence to grant requirements, and advocate for social justice principles which are central responsibilities for this position.
As the Program Director for Thriving Communities at Liberty Hill Foundation, you will spearhead the creation, execution, and evaluation of initiatives focused on advancing social justice, community empowerment, and environmental justice in the Los Angeles region. Close collaboration with community leaders, partner organizations, donors, and stakeholders will be essential in addressing systemic inequities and fostering thriving communities.
Impact Areas
Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting:
Program Analysis and Improvement:
Team Collaboration and Support:
*The Program Director, Thriving Communities position has a 3-year term with an extension contingent upon grant renewal.
Requirements
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Physical demands:
Core Competencies
Collaboration: Actively seek out collaboration opportunities and drive them forward.
Communication: Possess the ability to empathize and persuade diverse audiences effectively. Take ownership of objectives and outcomes on a broader scale than individual responsibilities, being prepared to address and navigate unforeseen challenges.
Problem-Solving: Recognize patterns through data and trend analysis; Identify gaps and explore alternative pathways not immediately apparent; Utilize tools and resources to develop innovative problem-solving approaches; Challenge assumptions by posing questions and considering alternative perspectives.
Execution: Align plans with organizational or departmental strategy; Identify necessary resources for plan execution; Monitor and evaluate progress towards solutions; Adjust as needed to achieve desired outcomes; Proactively improve processes, systems, and results.
Benefits
Liberty Hill operates in a hybrid remote environment with a dedicated coworking space in downtown Los Angeles. While in-person elements vary by function, key elements of this role revolve around face-to-face mentorship, in-person meetings and events, and other components that require physical presence and participation.
Physical Asks
How to Apply
Liberty Hill has retained the services of Charity Search Group to coordinate the search for this position. To apply, please complete this online application. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact Ranata Reeder at ranata@charitysearchgroup.com or visit www.charitysearchgroup.com.
Liberty Hill is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels of the organization. We recognize the importance of not viewing individuals based on a single identity, and we thrive on being equitable in our recruitment process as well as in our efforts to be inclusive of all employees.
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