Manager, Strategic Initiatives

Montgomery County ESC, in partnership with Learn to Earn Dayton, has a position available for a Manger, Strategic Initiatives

Position Summary

The Manager of Strategic Initiatives is responsible for facilitating collective impact networks with
cross-sector partners to implement strategies that result in improved student outcomes. The
Manager will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful
advancement of initiatives that involve community engagement, outreach and communication.
The Manager of Strategic Initiatives will work closely with partners; collaborate with community
residents and leaders on capacity-building efforts; and engage nonprofits in collective impact
efforts. The Manager will develop and implement innovative and collaborative strategies to
increase economic and social mobility and reduce disparities in student outcomes in Montgomery
County.

Position Reports to: Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives

Position Salary: $72,000 - $90,000 with a target starting salary of $77,000 commensurate with experience, education and qualifications

Position Terms: Full-Time & In Person / On Site

Occasional Travel
Office Location: MCESC Regional Center

4801 Springfield Street - Dayton, Ohio 45431

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years prior experience in a successful and similar or larger size education, public sector, non-profit or foundation organization
•  Master’s degree preferred
•  Experience with critical organizational functions including community outreach, planning, administrative management, and program management
• Comfort engaging and working collaboratively with diverse individuals and groups, with a personal and professional commitment to equity

Skills Required

•  Highly organized, multi-disciplinary project manager with refined use of office technology
•  Relevant, broad network of cradle-to-career, place-based and cross-sector partners and strong relationships with community leaders
• Experience convening stakeholders to establish a shared vision, and leverage data to design systems level solutions to complex educational, social and economic issues
•  Ability to execute tasks independently with limited guidance or need for technical assistance
•  Creates and maintains a positive work environment, contributing to the healthy culture of the organization in all actions and interactions
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, and is a persuasive public speaker able to effectively represent the organization

Submit cover letter and resume to jobs@learntoearndayton.org with “Manager, Strategic
Initiatives” in the subject line. Position open until filled with first resume review on
Friday, January 10, 2025.

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200 S. Keowee St.
Dayton, Ohio 45402
937-225-4598 

Salary : $72,000 - $90,000