Senior Director, Strategic Engagement and Initiatives

Philanthropy Southwest; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Director for Strategic Engagement and Initiatives to lead transformative efforts aimed at enhancing the well-being of children and families. This pivotal role involves collaborating with philanthropic organizations and developing cross-sector initiatives that address the unique challenges faced by immigrant families. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the intersection between immigration and child welfare, driving impactful policy changes and fostering community support. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to making a significant difference in the lives of underserved populations.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in developing and implementing initiatives for underserved populations.
• Experience in policy and practice improvements for child welfare systems.

Responsibilities

• Influence policy improvements for immigrant and mixed-status families.
• Develop strategies to support children and families in child welfare systems.

Skills

Expertise in services to immigrant families

Cross-sector collaboration

Initiative planning and development

Effective engagement strategies

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Public Policy, or related field

Job description

Senior Director, Strategic Engagement and Initiatives

Job Summary: In the context of our overarching foundation Building Community of Hope Goals, the Strategic Engagement and Initiatives unit, within the office of the CEO, develops national, regional, and local initiatives focused on improving the well-being outcomes of children, families, and communities. These initiatives involve multi-sector collaborations, primarily targeting underserved populations and under-resourced communities. The workgroup manages relationships with philanthropic organizations, foundations, and national non-profits to influence the national narrative around Building Communities of Hope.

This position will focus on influencing policy and practice improvements and strengthening the field regarding supporting children and families at the intersection of immigration and well-being. The role involves engaging with entities across sectors to support immigrant or mixed-status families at risk of entering or in custody of child welfare systems, aiming to foster greater support for this population. The ideal candidate will have expertise in services to immigrant families and children, experience in developing cross-sector collaborations, initiative planning, development, and implementation, and effective engagement strategies, including co-design.

This role reports directly to the Managing Director of Strategic Engagement and Initiatives and collaborates with other senior leaders within the organization to develop and implement strategies for this focus area.