January 9, 2011
National CAPACD Job Announcement: Deputy Director
JOB DESCRIPTION
Organizational Background:
National Coalition for Asian Pacific American Community Development (National CAPACD) is a member-based network of organizations from across the country joined together by a shared commitment to equity and social justice. We come together to bring visibility to the housing, community, and economic development needs of our nation’s low income Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) and the neighborhoods in which they live. Established in 1999, with 16 founding member organizations, we now have over 100 member agencies in more than 25 metropolitan areas across the country. National CAPACD is the first HUD-approved housing counseling intermediary in the country that specifically targets the needs of low- and moderate-income AAPI families through a network of 15 community based organizations that provide housing counseling on a variety of topics including pre-purchase, post-purchase, foreclosure, renter and tenant assistance and homelessness prevention.
OVERVIEW:
Organizational Background:
National Coalition for Asian Pacific American Community Development (National CAPACD) is a member-based network of organizations from across the country joined together by a shared commitment to equity and social justice. We come together to bring visibility to the housing, community, and economic development needs of our nation’s low income Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) and the neighborhoods in which they live. Established in 1999, with 16 founding member organizations, we now have over 100 member agencies in more than 25 metropolitan areas across the country. National CAPACD is the first HUD-approved housing counseling intermediary in the country that specifically targets the needs of low- and moderate-income AAPI families through a network of 15 community based organizations that provide housing counseling on a variety of topics including pre-purchase, post-purchase, foreclosure, renter and tenant assistance and homelessness prevention.
OVERVIEW:
National CAPACD seeks an experienced and passionate Deputy Director to help lead National CAPACD and work with a dynamic and committed staff on a host of issues affecting low and moderate income Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States. The Deputy Director will work closely with the organization’s senior management team and board of directors to implement the strategic direction and chart the future of the organization.
The Deputy Director will report to and work directly with the Executive Director on all major functions for the administration and operation of National CAPACD. This includes development and fundraising, organizational development and planning, financial management, and staff coordination in the National CAPACD offices in the District of Columbia and Oakland.
The Deputy Director will also directly manage staff and consultants responsible for fundraising and grants management, operations, and financial management, as well as other needs as they arise. The Deputy Director will have a central role in developing and building capacity within the organization to meet the many needs of National CAPACD’s member organizations and the AAPI communities that we serve.
The Deputy Director will report to and work directly with the Executive Director on all major functions for the administration and operation of National CAPACD. This includes development and fundraising, organizational development and planning, financial management, and staff coordination in the National CAPACD offices in the District of Columbia and Oakland.
The Deputy Director will also directly manage staff and consultants responsible for fundraising and grants management, operations, and financial management, as well as other needs as they arise. The Deputy Director will have a central role in developing and building capacity within the organization to meet the many needs of National CAPACD’s member organizations and the AAPI communities that we serve.
Specific responsibilities include:
Ø Oversee annual fundraising and development planning and implementation. Ensure integration and alignment of program and budget goals for each fiscal year, in coordination with program staff, management team, and board of directors. Coordinate between program and fundraising teams to ensure program objectives are matched with appropriate resources.
Ø Supervise human resources and operations functions, with specific focus on implementing systems and using technology to ensure that National CAPACD is making the best use of resources while remaining nimble enough to respond to changing program and organizational needs.
Ø Oversee the organizational financial management, including the administration of National CAPACD’s growing portfolio of grants to member organizations for direct services and technical assistance.
Ø Provide support and coverage for functions of Executive Director as needed, including liaising with Board of Directors, developing and maintaining relationships with members, partners, policymakers, supporters, and other roles as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. Minimum of five years experience in non-profit sector or other related experience. Substantial experience with nonprofit financial management and organizational development, grant-writing and fundraising, grants administration, and staff supervision. Familiarity and interest in issues facing low-income, AAPI, immigrant, native or limited English proficient communities. Exceptional written and oral communication skills. Attention to detail and ability to prioritize and multi-task while maintaining broader vision as context for work. Excellent analytical, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Preferred: Familiarity and experience with the housing counseling, affordable housing or economic development sectors. Ability to integrate technological solutions to meet operational and programmatic goals; Graduate degree in urban planning, public administration, organizational systems, or related area.
Successful applicant must be willing and able to work in a fast-paced setting. Some travel is required for this position. Must be a team player who has demonstrated s/he can work well in a small, highly collaborative environment.
COMPENSATION:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. Minimum of five years experience in non-profit sector or other related experience. Substantial experience with nonprofit financial management and organizational development, grant-writing and fundraising, grants administration, and staff supervision. Familiarity and interest in issues facing low-income, AAPI, immigrant, native or limited English proficient communities. Exceptional written and oral communication skills. Attention to detail and ability to prioritize and multi-task while maintaining broader vision as context for work. Excellent analytical, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Preferred: Familiarity and experience with the housing counseling, affordable housing or economic development sectors. Ability to integrate technological solutions to meet operational and programmatic goals; Graduate degree in urban planning, public administration, organizational systems, or related area.
Successful applicant must be willing and able to work in a fast-paced setting. Some travel is required for this position. Must be a team player who has demonstrated s/he can work well in a small, highly collaborative environment.
COMPENSATION:
The Deputy Director is a full-time position to be located in Washington, D.C. Salary is competitive and commensurate with background and experience, and National CAPACD offers health, dental and vision, a 403(b) retirement benefit, accrued leave, and other benefits.
TO APPLY:
Applications will be accepted until January 24, 2012. Please email a single PDF with cover letter, 2-page resume, 3 references, and salary history to contact (at) nationalcapacd.org. No calls, please.
National CAPACD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals who self-identify as women, people of color, and LGBT/Queer are strongly encouraged to apply.
*Please download a copy of this announcement HERE
TO APPLY:
Applications will be accepted until January 24, 2012. Please email a single PDF with cover letter, 2-page resume, 3 references, and salary history to contact (at) nationalcapacd.org. No calls, please.
National CAPACD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals who self-identify as women, people of color, and LGBT/Queer are strongly encouraged to apply.
*Please download a copy of this announcement HERE
