Topeka Director

Junior Achievement of Kansas; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Junior Achievement of Kansas Topeka Director is a full-time, hybrid role based in Topeka, KS. You will lead and grow JA programs, manage operations, and engage volunteers while building strong relationships with schools, businesses, and partners to deliver high-quality experiences for students.

You will plan events, oversee budgets, and work with the statewide team to align with JA goals. Occasional local travel and community outreach are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Experience in community outreach and stakeholder management.
• Proven ability to coordinate programs and run events.
• Fundraising, grant writing, and donor stewardship skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for diverse audiences.
• Leadership experience supervising staff or volunteers.
• Proficiency with common office software and digital tools.
• Knowledge of financial literacy and workforce readiness basics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow JA programs in the Topeka area.
• Oversee local operations, program delivery, and scheduling.
• Engage volunteers, coordinate fundraising activities, and partner with schools.
• Build and maintain relationships with schools, businesses, and partners.
• Plan events, manage budgets, and report on outcomes.
• Supervise staff or volunteers and collaborate with statewide team.
• Represent JA at local meetings and community events to expand impact.

Skills

Community outreach

Partnership development

Stakeholder relationship management

Program coordination

Event planning

Operational oversight

Fundraising

Grant writing

Donor stewardship

Leadership and supervision

Communication skills

Office software proficiency

Interest in financial literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, nonprofit management, business, communications, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Database tools

Job description

Company Description

Junior Achievement (JA) of Kansas is a nonprofit organization that inspires and prepares young people to succeed in a global economy. Partnering with business and education leaders, JA of Kansas delivers hands-on learning experiences focused on financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. The organization serves nearly 20,000 students across the state each year, helping them build practical skills for their future careers and financial success. JA of Kansas engages volunteers and community partners to bring real-world perspectives into classrooms and youth programs. To learn more, applicants can visit www.kansasja.org or follow JA of Kansas on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

Role Description

The Topeka Director is a full-time, hybrid role based in Topeka, KS, responsible for leading and growing Junior Achievement programs in the Topeka area. This role oversees local operations, including program delivery, volunteer engagement, fundraising activities, and relationship management with schools, businesses, and community partners. The Topeka Director plans and executes events, coordinates classroom and program schedules, and ensures high-quality experiences for students, educators, and volunteers. Day-to-day activities include building and maintaining partnerships, managing budgets and reporting, supervising staff or key volunteers, and collaborating with the statewide team to align with JA of Kansas goals and standards. The role also involves community outreach, representing JA at local meetings and events, and continuously seeking opportunities to expand the impact of JA programs.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in community outreach, partnership development, and stakeholder relationship management.


• Experience with program coordination, event planning, and day-to-day operational oversight in a nonprofit or similar setting.


• Fundraising, grant writing, and donor stewardship skills, including comfort with public speaking and presentations.


• Strong organizational, project management, and time-management abilities, with attention to detail and follow-through.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage diverse audiences such as educators, business leaders, and volunteers.


• Leadership capabilities, including supervising staff or volunteers, fostering collaboration, and supporting an inclusive work environment.


• Proficiency with common office software and digital tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, email platforms, databases/CRM systems).


• Bachelor’s degree in education, nonprofit management, business, communications, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Knowledge of or interest in financial literacy, workforce readiness, and entrepreneurship education for young people.


• Ability to work on-site in Topeka, KS, with occasional local travel for meetings, school visits, and community events.