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Executive Director
Listed by Kenneth Grosso on February 27th.
Jobs - Other | 57 views
Overview

Sweat Equity Enterprises, Inc. (SEE), a non-profit corporation, seeks  
candidates for the full time and salaried position of Executive  
Director.

SEE was co-founded in 2004 by fashion designer and entrepreneur Marc  
Ecko and a professional educator with the belief that youth and  
industry could partner more effectively to stimulate innovation in  
education. The program generates groundbreaking collaborations between  
youth and industry – an innovation lab for companies, and an  
unbelievable learning opportunity for underserved youth.

SEE places high school students in professional settings at corporate  
headquarters of top-tier organizations and classrooms where they work  
hand-in-hand with design executives. The program provides instruction  
year round for all four years of high school and offers participants  
intensive design, technology and entrepreneurship training, mentoring  
and professional critiques. Students develop original graphic,  
product, or apparel designs from concept to prototype in partnership  
with a corporate partner. SEE students have partnered with companies  
including Nissan, Saks Fifth Ave., Skechers USA, Callanen/Timex, Marc  
Ecko Enterprises, and Radio Shack, among others.

The Executive Director will lead the organization's programming and  
marketing efforts as it continues to scale nationwide. The candidate  
will work closely and collaboratively with SEE’s Board of Directors,  
senior managers and staff to create and execute upon a dynamic and  
innovative strategic business plan to significantly further the  
identity and mission of the organization and increase the reach of its  
programs.

The ideal candidate will support and demonstrate the values advanced  
by the organization, have an established background in educational  
programming, significant management and fundraising expertise, an  
entrepreneurial spirit, and the leadership and intellectual drive to  
effectively create, implement and manage program vision and systems  
and build sustained, collaborative relationships that support the  
organization's mission.

Job Duties

•	Ensure oversight of the daily operations of the organization and its  
staff, and report directly to the Board of Directors.
•	Lead and motivate the SEE team to achieve maximum potential.
•	Assume primary responsibility for directing the organization's  
program, marketing, fundraising, organizational and operational  
activities.
•	Work collaboratively with the key players in the organization to  
update SEE’s strategic plan which would include:

o	Evaluation and assessment of the brand identity of the organization.
o	Effectively and passionately articulate and implement the  
organization’s goals and strategies both internally and externally.
o	Advance SEE’s mission by developing an integrated and outcome-driven  
program system.
o	Develop financial and non financial projections.

•	Provide strategic programming expertise needed to review the current  
program in order to maximize value for program participants, school  
partners, and corporate partners.
•	Develop strong collaborative relationships with district and school  
leaders to facilitate adoption of the SEE program
•	Develop strong collaborative relationships with industry partners to  
facilitate adoption of SEE program
•	Carry responsibility for all aspects of fiscal management. Ensure  
adequate funding for operating needs and goals. Prepare and manage  
semi-annual budgets. Report the organizations' financial position to  
the Board of Directors.
•	Create working relationships with donors and grant makers to  
facilitate the process of writing successful funding requests.
•	Help identify fundraising and corporate partner opportunities.
•	Raise the profile and visibility of SEE and build creative and  
enduring alliances with national media and corporate partners.
•	Maintain the involvement and engagement of the Board of Directors to  
help the organization achieve its programmatic and fiduciary objectives.
•	Help identify and recruit additional Board members who will provide  
a strong, influential force for developing and introducing SEE’s  
mission and objectives.
•	Oversee the creation and management of a friendly donor database  
application.
•	Seasonally review and approve the titles and job responsibilities of  
all staff members.
•	Assess and develop relationships with all current strategic business  
partners.
•	Attend all Board of Director meetings.
•	Employ, assign, supervise, appraise and make staffing decisions as  
the agent to the Board of Directors, assuring that appropriate  
personnel policies and procedures are followed.
•	Conduct yearly evaluations and exit interviews for staff members.

Qualifications

•	A Master’s Degree or above in Education or a closely-related field.
•	Proven leadership and track record with at least ten years of  
successful experience in marketing, leadership, management and program  
development, implementation, administration, and evaluation.
•	A minimum of five years of experience in a non-profit with extensive  
program and marketing experience.
•	Experience in writing and executing upon strategic business plans.
•	Experience in writing grant proposals.
•	Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
•	Highly motivated and able to work independently.
•	Positive attitude and energy, while having a passion for charitable  
giving.
•	Ability to garner the respect and trust of the management team,  
staff and its strategic partners.
•	Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office  
and various donor-friendly database programs.
•	Able to inspire and motivate staff, volunteers, donors, strategic  
partners and potential partners.
•	Strong conflict management and negotiations skills.
•	Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and communities.

Submission Instructions

All interested candidates should fax to 212.591.6543 or e-mail Kenneth  
J. Grosso, ken at poweredbyprofessionals.com, a C.V. or resume along with  
a cover letter detailing the following:

•	Why you would be a good candidate for this position;
•	What makes you different from other candidates;
•	What programs you have developed and grown in the past (please be  
specific);
•	What experience you have in regards to education;
•	What is your biggest strength; and
•	What is your desired compensation package.

Note: If the cover letter does not address all of the above points you  
will be disqualified for consideration. No phone calls please.

This position will remain open until filled.

SEE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are  
considered for employment without regard to age, race, color,  
religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or  
veteran status.

Hours: Full-Time
This job is salaried.
Nonprofit organization
Listed at New York, NY.
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