Investment Manager, Scale Team

Charter School Growth Fund; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit venture philanthropy fund is seeking an Investment Manager to join its Scale Portfolio team. This role is pivotal in supporting the growth of high-performing charter management organizations across the country. You will conduct due diligence, prepare investment proposals, and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders. The ideal candidate is passionate about education, possesses strong analytical and project management skills, and thrives in a dynamic environment. Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to closing achievement gaps and expanding educational opportunities for underserved students.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

403(b) Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant work experience in consulting or finance.
• Deep commitment to the mission of charter schools and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence on charter school operators and analyze business plans.
• Project-manage internal teams to complete high-quality due diligence.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Communication

Creative Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Experience in Management Consulting or Investment Banking

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

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$80,000.00/yr - $87,500.00/yr

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THE ORGANIZATION

The Charter School Growth Fund (CSGF) is a leading nonprofit venture philanthropy fund dedicated to identifying the nation’s best public charter schools, investing in their expansion, and helping to increase their impact. Our “portfolio” includes 200+ charter school networks that operate 1,700+ schools and serve more than 725,000 students. We are committed to expanding the impact of schools that are closing achievement and opportunity gaps. CSGF operates with the same strategies, discipline, and focus as a venture capital firm by awarding multi-year grants and loans to talented education entrepreneurs building networks of high-quality charter schools that enroll traditionally underserved students. Ultimately, we think the portfolio can grow to serve ~1,000,000 students within a decade.

This is an exciting time to join the Charter School Growth Fund. We are midway through a philanthropic fund building on our 15-year track record of success. CSGF’s five-year “Fund IV” is larger in size and scope than previous funds, with a goal to continue to fuel charter sector growth, accelerate innovation, and strengthen long-term outcomes for students, particularly students of color and those from low-income backgrounds. Our new fund will continue to prioritize investments in leaders of color as our current portfolio is led by more than 50% leaders of color and more than 50% female leaders. We believe it is vital for the networks we support to be proximate to the lived experiences of the students and communities they serve.

THE OPPORTUNITY

CSGF is seeking an Investment Manager to join our Scale Portfolio team as we look to invest in the next generation of high performing charter management organizations throughout the country. The Scale Portfolio Team focuses on organizations who are looking to grow three or more new schools in the next 5-6 years. We invest in and support organizations ranging from 2 or 3 schools to those serving students in over 100 campuses.

To be successful in this role, you must be:

• Passionate about our mission of growing great charter schools. This will drive you to do your best work in support of our portfolio members.
• A strong project manager. You will juggle multiple work streams and tight deadlines. Staying organized and on top of responsibilities is critical.
• An excellent relationship builder. Developing trusting partnerships with colleagues and portfolio members is essential.
• A clear communicator. You will need to convey complex analyses clearly and tailor messaging for different audiences.
• Intellectually curious. Seeking deeper knowledge will help you make informed contributions and grow in expertise.
• Comfortable with ambiguity. Our work is complex and priorities frequently shift. Flexibility and resilience are key.
• Growth-oriented. Continuously improving your skills and seeking feedback will accelerate your development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Below is a general outline of responsibilities. CSGF is a fast-moving organization, roles and responsibilities may change to meet the needs of the organization and the charter networks we are privileged to support.

• Conduct intensive due diligence on high-performing charter school operators, including analysis of business plans, achievement data, leadership teams and market conditions
• Project-manage 3-4 internal team members to complete multiple high-quality due diligence processes at once
• Prepare investment proposals and recommendations, including both data analysis and written portions, for CSGF’s partners and board of directors
• Lead data-driven sourcing efforts in specific geographic regions to identify potential investment candidates
• Manage portfolio member data for use in annual reviews, investment decisions and industry benchmarking
• Represent CSGF externally to funders, charter operators, and organizational partners
• Collaborate with other CSGF teams to continuously improve internal processes and workflow
• 40 to 60% travel required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Skills and Characteristics

• Deep commitment to CSGF’s mission and our Commitment to Diversity
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, particularly the ability to build strong relationships with diverse groups of stakeholders
• Strong project management experience that drives efficiency and excellence in all aspects of work
• Ability to work seamlessly between high-level strategy and detail-oriented work
• Demonstrated proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

Educational Background and Work Experience

• At least two years of work experience, preferably including management consulting, a charter management organization, investment banking, venture capital, corporate strategy, or similar experience
• Experience in education/non-profit field is a plus

COMPENSATION

Compensation is commensurate with experience and education. The target salary range for this role is $80,000-$87,500 annually. CSGF offers a very competitive package of benefits, including: health, life, disability, and dental insurance coverage; vacation/holidays and parental leave; and participation in CSGF’s 403(b) plan. Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the US.

START DATE

CSGF is seeking candidates who can start as soon as possible.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management, Education, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Education, Non-profit Organizations, and Philanthropy

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