Vice President of Community Investment & Partnerships

Sep 4

Written By Yolanda F. Johnson

East Bay Community Foundation
Oakland, CA

Anticipated Start Date: TBD

Description

POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Exempt

LOCATION: Oakland, CA (Lives in/willing to relocate to Northern CA working in an employee-driven hybrid model currently in-office 1-2 days/week)

REPORTS TO: President and Chief Executive Officer

COMPENSATION: $175,000 to $190,000

The role of Vice President of Community Investment & Partnerships (CIP) at EBCF demands a dynamic, strategic, and mission-driven leader who will lead the CIP team toward realizing the Foundation’s vision of “A Just East Bay.”

Central to the success of this position is the ability to orchestrate and guide a high-level growth strategy, drawing upon extensive experience and insight into the East Bay, non-profit landscape, systems change strategies, and impactful policy initiatives, all while viewing the impact through a comprehensive economic justice lens. Collaborative engagement and a deep understanding of organizing and movement building, economic development, sustainability, racial equity, and social justice are pivotal for advancing programs.

This role entails overseeing and harmonizing the Foundation’s programmatic strategy, as well as identifying and nurturing resources. Moreover, it involves serving as a key figure within the Senior Leadership Team and the Program Committee of the Board of Directors.

Responsibilities

These are the areas of work assigned to the Vice President of Community Investment & Partnerships and we do not expect applicants to have experience in every area.

Programmatic Strategy, Planning, and Implementation

Provide strategic clarity, direction, and cohesion to the CIP team and Foundation regarding programmatic strategy, including grantmaking, capacity building, partnerships, and values-aligned investing.
Develop and communicate a clear and compelling articulation and narrative of CIP’s work with internal and external audiences.
Effectively communicate, refine, and unify the Foundation’s programmatic strategy to ensure alignment with EBCF’s mission and vision.
Advocate for innovative approaches to enhance community well-being.
Oversee the strategic areas and impact towards A Just East Bay.

Team Leadership

Offer strategic leadership to guide the team’s success and broaden its impact across the East Bay community.
Inspire, coach, mentor, develop, and support the CIP team to ensure collective impact and seamless collaboration with other teams within EBCF.
Model and foster a team culture of collaboration, trust, humility, continuous learning, and professional growth.
Develop and assess new programmatic opportunities based on team capacity and potential for impact and innovation.

Resource Identification, Development, and Utilization

Lead and support efforts to identify and establish new partnerships and explore community investment opportunities to enhance EBCF’s financial resources.
Allocate funds strategically to address community needs.
Collaborate closely with the Development team on donor engagement, education, and mission-aligned grantmaking.
Provide leadership and commitment to collaborative and trust-based grantmaking and ensure grantmaking is active, timely, responsive, and meets fund purposes and impact.
Cultivate and sustain relationships with EBCF grantees, funders that support critical impact areas in the East Bay, and other key community-invested parties.
Lead the development and management of the department budget.
Collaborate with donors, fundholders, and partners to optimize resource utilization.
Utilize our assets to advance equity, economic mobility, and social well-being.

Organizational Leadership

Act as a liaison between the CIP team, the Senior Leadership Team, and the Program and Grants Committee of the Board of Directors.
Serve as a compelling and inspiring spokesperson and representative of CIP’s collective efforts to foster internal understanding within the Foundation and enhance the external visibility of EBCF.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, serve as a change agent and leader within the Foundation to strengthen organizational and team culture.
Serve as a vigilant steward of organizational resources.
Perform other responsibilities as delegated.

Requirements

CORE COMPETENCIES TO THRIVE IN THE ROLE

Proven ability to conceive and implement transformative strategies, coupled with a strong dedication to our mission and a personal commitment to the bold, courageous pursuit of social justice, equity, and inclusion.
Adaptable to and experience leading in a changing and dynamic organizational environment.
Excellent team building and management, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills with the capabilities to influence and inspire others.
Excellent interpersonal skills with an excitement for fostering a strong and cohesive team culture.
Exceptional self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and adeptness in cultivating and nurturing relationships internally and externally.
Adept at engaging multiple sectors and perspectives.
Demonstrated understanding of challenges and opportunities to achieving racial justice in the United States and the East Bay.
Ability to think and work intersectionally and with empathy, particularly regarding race, class, ability, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
Commitment to personal and professional excellence, integrity, and high ethical standards.
Proficient in fundraising and budgetary management.
Demonstrated ability to think critically, innovatively, and collectively with a team.
Exceptionally clear written and verbal communication skills.

CORE PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES TO THRIVE IN THE ROLE

A minimum of 15 years of relevant work experience inclusive of 10+ years in grantmaking and/or leading strategic community initiatives and collaborations, with a deep understanding of the role and history of philanthropy.
Proven track record of successful supervision and management experience, with demonstrated success in leading teams.
Experience collaborating within coalitions spanning diverse movements and initiatives, adept at engaging multiple perspectives.
Experience in and connection to the East Bay.
Demonstrated strong passion for and a commitment to social change and equity.
Leadership experience in social justice, policy, and systems change, with a focus on racial and economic justice.
Knowledge of regulations concerning lobbying and advocacy for public charities.
Strong commitment to personal and professional integrity and to upholding high ethical standards.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a team environment.
Advanced degree, or experience in excess of the minimum, preferred.

Salary Range and Employee Benefits

$175,000 to $190,000

How to Apply for this Job

EBCF is partnering with Walker & Associates Consulting – an Oakland-based Black- and woman-owned strategic management consulting and executive search firm promoting equitable community impact for 30 years – on this search.

To apply, email a cover letter, resume, and list of three references (candidates will be notified in advance of any outreach to references) to ebcf@walkeraac.com on or before 5:00 p.m. PT on September 27, 2024.

A combined PDF is preferred. Use the subject: VP of CIP.

Questions or Nominations? Contact Jeannine N. Walker, President & CEO, at jwalker@walkeraac.com.

About the Organization

The East Bay Community Foundation is committed to advancing a Just East Bay.

We partner with donors, social movements, and the community to eliminate structural barriers, advance racial equity, and transform political, social, and economic outcomes for all who call the East Bay home.

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