Part-Time Executive Director, OST Network & Policy

Ohio Children's Alliance; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Job summary

The Ohio Children's Alliance seeks an Executive Director to lead the Ohio Afterschool Network (OAN) through its next growth phase. This .75 FTE role may transition to full-time as funding allows, with remote work for Ohio residents and periodic travel within Ohio.

You will drive strategy, advocacy, partnerships, and operations, uniting diverse stakeholders to strengthen afterschool and summer learning across Ohio.

Qualifications

• Commitment to advancing equity.
• Significant leadership experience in OST, youth development, or nonprofit leadership.
• Knowledge of the OST field and afterschool programs.
• Experience with public policy, advocacy, government relations, and coalition building.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to advance OAN priorities and strengthen governance, infrastructure, and sustainability.
• Serve as an advocate for Ohio's OST community by influencing policy and raising public awareness.
• Lead fundraising and diversify funding through grants, partnerships, sponsorships, and revenue opportunities.
• Build strategic partnerships across education, workforce, and government sectors.
• Advance program quality and workforce development through standards and professional growth.
• Develop and oversee a coordinated communications strategy for stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership experience

Policy advocacy

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Equity focus

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The Ohio Children's Alliance seeks an Executive Director to lead the Ohio Afterschool Network (OAN) through its next growth phase. This .75 FTE role may transition to full-time as funding allows, with remote work for Ohio residents and periodic travel within Ohio.

You will drive strategy, advocacy, partnerships, and operations, uniting diverse stakeholders to strengthen afterschool and summer learning across Ohio.