Managing Director Of External Affairs, Nyc

Achievement First

New York, United States
Base: $150,331; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
On-site
10 years professional experience
5+ years senior leadership roles
External affairs strategy execution
The Managing Director will serve as the region's strategic champion, aligning external affairs with Achievement First's mission to prepare students for college and life

Job Summary

  • The Managing Director will serve as the region's strategic champion, aligning external affairs with Achievement First's mission to prepare students for college and life.
  • This role requires leading fundraising efforts to establish a new donor base while maintaining strong partnerships with the New York Department of Education and local community organizations.
  • Candidates must reside in the New York Metro area and be prepared to work on-site 3-4 days a week without relocation assistance provided.

Matching Summary

The Managing Director will serve as the region's strategic champion, aligning external affairs with Achievement First's mission to prepare students for college and life.

Salary

Base: $150,331; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive package including PTO, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 403(b) match, paid Family Leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years professional experience
  • 5+ years senior leadership roles
  • External affairs strategy execution
  • High-level stakeholder management
  • Regional fundraising and donor cultivation

Nice-to-have

  • Board governance experience preferred
  • Master's or Professional degree
  • Deep commitment to equity mission
  • Coalition-building across differences
  • Political acumen in sensitive issues

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
  • Minimum 10 years progressively responsible experience
  • Residency in New York Metro area required
  • Relocation at own expense if not currently residing locally

Work Rights

Must reside in New York Metro or relocate at own expense

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