Started in 1997 as a volunteer organization and incorporated in 2001, the New York City Employment and Training Coalition is the only membership organization focused exclusively on workforce development in New York City. The organization currently boasts 180+ members comprised of community-based organizations, community colleges, proprietary schools, union affiliated training programs. Now in our 20th year, armed with a five year strategic plan, the Coalition is well poised to be the Strong Voice of New York City’s workforce development community.

The Coalition’s core strengths are in its ability to provide the collective voice of a diverse and vibrant community to policy makers, philanthropy and the public as well as the power of convening the community on a wide range of topics including industry intelligence, best practices, and the expertise of the community.

NYCETC is a partner project of the Fund for the City of New York (FCNY) and enjoys the benefits of being co-located with other non-profits at the Fund’s Manhattan shared workspace. NYCETC is a financially stable organization with an annual budget of approximately $400,000 supporting two full time directors in addition to the Executive Director. More than half of the Coalition’s revenue is earned income from membership dues, event sponsorship and fee for service work. The remainder comes from private philanthropy grants. The NYCETC Board of Directors is comprised of over 20 executives of NYC’s leading workforce development providers.

The Position

The Board of Directors is looking for a creative and entrepreneurial executive director who can lead NYCETC to the next level and navigate the challenges and changes in the field that are currently in motion. S/he must be an extraordinary leader, who has experience working with a large group of stakeholders developing consensus around complex issues, and has a demonstrated track-record of successful fundraising and advocacy.

The successful candidate should have significant experience in economic development, workforce development, education, training and/or social services. He or she should have a full understanding of what it means to run a membership association, working with an active and engaged Board of Directors and should have experience as an effective spokesperson. A Bachelor’s degree is required; Advanced degree is preferred.

NYCETC promotes an open, inclusive environment that emphasizes cooperation and teamwork among staff, the board, members and partner organizations.

Responsibilities

1. Entrepreneurial Leadership

 Provide vision for the organization  Lead organizational development activities such as implementation of strategic initiatives  Develop and implements annual operating plans  Work with staff, board, and partner organizations to develop and pursue policy and program goals  Supervise full-time staff and add capacity through part-time opportunities  Works closely with an active and diverse Board of Directors individually and through the Board Executive, Advocacy, Event, Membership and Leadership committees

2. Fundraising and Fiscal Oversight

 Lead annual fundraising activities  Provide financial management system oversight for efficiency and general accounting standards  Develop and monitor annual budgets and monthly financial statements  Work with FCNY portfolio manager and the Board to ensure sound fiscal oversight

3. Communications, Collaboration and Stakeholder Management

 Serve as the lead spokesperson for the organization promoting NYCETC’s mission and advocacy priorities, communicating successfully and persuasively in various forums.  Provide direction and oversight to develop and implement messaging and public relations strategies to increase awareness  Develop and maintain relationships with national, state and local political leaders, and relevant coalitions and advocacy organizations  Develop and nurture relationships with government and elected officials  Provide oversight and direction for the Coalition’s major communications vehicles including the Workforce Weekly, the website and blog and social media platforms

4. Advocacy and Policy Expertise

 Provide direction and oversight to development of a set of advocacy priorities based on member needs and priorities  Promote this advocacy agenda in social media, traditional media, government and elected officials  Provide oversight and direction to the development of policy positions and written briefs  Provide leadership support to the Board and Member Legislative Policy and Advocacy Committees

5. Strategic and Event Planning

 Oversee and manage the organization’s annual event schedule including three signature events a year – the Summit, the Policy Forum and the Opportunity Awards  Create a robust calendar of additional events including Coalition Cafes, Executive Breakfasts, Information Sessions and Employer Roundtables  Provide leadership support to the Board Events Committee

6. Membership Services

 Provide direction and oversight to the annual membership dues drive and collections  Develop mechanisms to gather feedback and suggestions from membership and the community through such mechanisms as annual surveys and targeted focus groups  Cultivate new members, communicate regularly with long-term members and devise strategies to continue to grow the organization

Required Qualifications

• The ability to effectively work with multiple stakeholders at all levels within the government, corporate, foundation and non-profit communities
• Knowledge of City, State and Federal workforce legislative and regulatory policy and process
• A solid track record in fundraising and growing an organization of a similar size
• A clear understanding of membership associations and how they function
• A minimum of four years senior management experience including management of organizational budgets and fiscal operations
• Strong written and public-speaking communications skills
• Knowledge and appreciation of the complex issues facing non-profit community service organizations and educational institutions within the workforce development system.
• A Bachelor’s degree is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related field.
• Experience in management of a workforce or economic development organization
• Knowledge of the NYC workforce system and its various stakeholders

Application information Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume and salary requirements by June 16, 2017 to edsearch@nycetc.org . The New York City Employment and Training Coalition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.