Summary

Advancing Community-Driven Social Change

Leader, Health Initiatives Full-time, Regular Position

Social Good Solutions (SGS) is a Black woman-owned and operated boutique consulting firm that works with philanthropic institutions, nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and institutions of higher education to design, operationalize and manage racial justice initiatives from concept to implementation.

Our core values are grounded in dignity and justice for all, community-centered solutions, and excellence at every turn. Using a participatory framework and co-design approach, we support our clients in their journey to operationalize racial equity and social justice in organizational culture and in programs, services and strategies. Our work is organized across four main domains: Initiative Management, Organizational Culture Transformation, Strategic Advising and Special Projects.

The Leader, Health Initiatives is part of SGS’s Initiative Management team and is responsible for providing leadership in building, nurturing and growing networks of Black-led organizations; and fostering connections that yield effective collaboration within and across the ecosystems SGS facilitates. This position reports to the Managing Director, Programs & Operations and requires excellent communication, relationship-building, program development and project management skills combined with technical acumen and emotional intelligence.

This position is well suited for a dynamic self‐starter and collaborative team player who possesses the required skills to work in a close-knit, telework environment; is adaptable to various project needs; and possesses a desire to learn and contribute to racial justice movements.

Specific Responsibilities:

While projects may change over time, the Leader’s primary project portfolio includes the African American Infant and Maternal Mortality (AAIMM) Prevention Initiative and a Healthcare Workforce Development initiative (in development) with a dotted line informing other initiatives in the portfolio.

The Leader, Health Initiatives is expected to manage the day-to-day operations of these initiatives, support and advance the project goals specific to each, and nurture their unique networks of philanthropic partners and Black- led and Black-empowering nonprofit organizations in Los Angeles.

Project Leadership

●  Work closely with the SGS team in general and the Initiative Management team specifically to understand the overall scope of work, key deliverables, and on-going support needed to effectively meet the project goals and community building needs of each initiative’s ecosystem partners.

●  Serve as the principal liaison and central point of contact to a network of approximately 30 organizations and stakeholders in AAIMM and 10 organizations in Healthcare Workforce.

●  Manage the Initiatives’ community co-design processes from concept to implementation, including strategy development and grantmaking.

●  Align and weave the various component parts of each respective network—individuals, organizations, communities, funders, and other stakeholders—to routinely connect parts and people within and across groups, when appropriate.

●  Conduct network mapping and landscape assessments of network assets and collaborative opportunities

●  Support all staff, consultants, and participants in having a basic understanding of the network’s approaches, values, and goals.

●  Catalyze and support self-organizing among network participants.

●  Co-design cohort learning opportunities for each project’s networks of Black-led Organizations (BLOs).

●  Co-design philanthropic learning opportunities (i.e., briefings, learning sessions and site visits) with the

Managing Director and/or Chief Architect.

●  Respond to inquiries from potential BLOs.

●  Identify, assess, and troubleshoot organizational development/community-building needs.

●  Manage intra-network communications between organizational leaders; assess whether and when to

connect partners across networks.

●  Nurture and strengthen collaborative, supportive relationships with nonprofit organizations, partner

organizations, community leaders and funders.

●  Contribute to the development and refinement of methods and systems to assess the impact of each

network’s programs and activities.

●  Contribute thought partnership that advances greater team cohesion at both the project and

organizational levels.

Administration & Operations

●  Work with fiscal management partners to process vendor/consultant payments as well as community and grant agreements.

●  Communicate with the firm’s Administrative Coordinator when support is needed for member meetings/events, both online and in-person.

●  Organize applications, MOUs, and information related to CBOs members. Uploads documents to shared Google folders regularly.

●  Follow-up on meeting action items to track and ensure completion.

●  Prepare, edit & finalize high-quality materials and contribute to funder reports.

●  Work with the Administrative Coordinator to track and record performance data in the online system.

●  Track individual project tasks via Asana.

Qualifications

This position is an excellent opportunity for an organized, self-starter. SGS works with a high degree of professionalism and community care. As such, team members are expected to represent SGS with integrity and excellence. The ability to plan ahead, anticipate needs, document decisions, build trust and camaraderie with peers and elders, and perform responsibilities with limited oversight are all essential skills. We operate as a sacred sisterhood worthy of our own and each other’s dignity and respect.

The ideal candidate will possess the following professional and personal abilities, attributes and experiences:

●  Bachelor’s degree required and 4-7 years of relevant experience in the nonprofit or philanthropic sectors.

●  Experience working in a community-based organization in Los Angeles is strongly preferred; familiarity

with funder grantmaking processes is helpful but not required.

●  A background in community health and/or health equity is strongly preferred.

●  Experience building and nurturing networks, coalitions, or communities of practice that encompass a

range of perspectives, cultures, and backgrounds, including experience growing online/offline community

connections.

●  Cultural intelligence, evidenced by a shared lived experience and background living and/or working in

communities served by SGS.

●  Strong project management skills with the ability to conceptualize, design and manage projects with

many moving parts.

●  Deep attention to detail and exceptional organization skills.

●  Experience in designing agendas, curating, and facilitating learning experiences is strongly preferred.

●  Technical command of Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, Zoom, online meeting and project management tools; comfortability with exploring and incorporating new technologies.

●  Forward and innovative thinking with the ability to observe and anticipate needs.

●  Ability to self-manage in a virtual environment; manage time effectively and be responsive to various

forms of communication.

●  An exceptionally high work ethic with a sense of pride in one’s work.

●  A high degree of professionalism combined with an ability to build relationships, trust, and rapport across

a spectrum of stakeholders ranging from grassroots community leaders, clients, public officials, funders,

peers, and team members.

●  Open to learning, developing, feedback, and continuous improvement.

●  Track record of having a deep commitment to racial equity and social justice.

●  Reliable transportation. The ability to commute to events and in-person meetings is essential.

Salary and Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position with a starting salary range of $80,000—$90,000 annually plus benefits. This position is remote with frequent local travel across Los Angeles County required.

SGS offers a range of benefits including:

• Group health insurance, dental, vision and life insurance for the employee; plus, an additional $2,000

  annually for access to counseling/mental health supports

• $50 monthly stipend for cell phone and internet reimbursement

• Up to $1,250 annually toward individually designed and selected professional development

• 10 PTO days to be used at the employee’s discretion

• Profit-sharing 401K plan with eligibility after one-year

• Paid civic duty (voting and/or jury service up to 10 days)

• 13 paid holidays plus a paid winter holiday break and two-weeks of structured Quiet Time in August

• Bereavement and Paid Family Leave

  Desired Start Date: No later than March 2023

  SGS is an Equal Opportunity company with a strong commitment to gender and racial equity. We welcome applications from all, and strongly encourage individuals underrepresented in the workforce to apply. The firm uses a collaborative, team-based hiring approach. Applicants will not be asked to produce work as part of the interview process but may be asked to provide relevant work samples. References will be required before an employment offer is extended or confirmed. Please note, not every applicant will be contacted for an interview.

  To apply: Please submit the following materials to [email protected] using Leader, Health Initiatives in the subject line.

  ● Resume

  ●  A cover letter that answers the following question: This position is well-suited for me because.
• ●  Application deadline: January 31, 2023

Summary

Advancing Community-Driven Social Change

Senior Leader, Policy and Advocacy Full-time, Regular Position

Social Good Solutions (SGS) is a Black woman-owned and operated boutique consulting firm that works with philanthropic institutions, nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and institutions of higher education to design, operationalize and manage racial justice initiatives from concept to implementation.

Our core values are grounded in dignity and justice for all, community-centered solutions, and excellence at every turn. Using a participatory framework and co-design approach, we support our clients in their journey to operationalize racial equity and social justice in organizational culture and in programs, services and strategies. Our work is organized across four main domains: Initiative Management, Organizational Culture Transformation, Strategic Advising and Special Projects.

The Senior Leader, Policy and Advocacy is part of SGS’s Initiative Management team and is responsible for developing and implementing the Black Equity Collective’s policy and advocacy framework and agenda. This position reports to the Managing Director, Programs & Operations and requires excellent relationship-building skills, political acumen and legislative experience at the state or local level combined with excellent writing and communication skills, technical acumen and emotional intelligence. The firm (SGS) manages the full operations of The Collective.

This position is well suited for a dynamic self‐starter and collaborative team player who possesses the required skills to work in a close-knit, telework environment; can lead through and provide clarity in an evolving political landscape; and has a track record of advancing racial justice.

Specific Responsibilities:

The Senior Leader, Policy and Advocacy will work to advance the Black Equity Collective’s (The Collective) pro- justice interests. The position will primarily focus on three main domains: Reparations, Public Office Engagement and Long-term Strategy. As a part of the Initiative Management portfolio, the policy and advocacy work must be informed by and reinforced with the networks of BLOs the firm supports across its ecosystems.

Reparations

●  Build upon The Collective’s 2022 work as an anchor organization for the CA Reparations Taskforce community listening session process.

●  Work closely with The Collective’s team and strategic institutional partners to advance an inclusive, pro- diasporic approach to reparations.

●  Identify opportunities at the state and local level to engage in reparations processes both through policy changes and institutional culture/practice changes that dismantle systemic racism.

●  Elevate communications and narratives that reinforce the UN’s core tenets of remedy and repair.

●  Engage key stakeholders and community leaders to build alliances and bridges across race and ethnicity in

support of reparations for Black Californians.

Public Office Engagement

●  Build and cultivate strategic relationships with elected and appointed officials, their staffs and key circles of influence on behalf of The Collective and its mission to advance the long-term sustainability of Black- led and empowering nonprofit organizations.

●  Serve as an internal advisor to the Initiatives Management team on political dynamics that might inform and/or impact their efforts.

●  Identify commissions and/or taskforces to engage in The Collective’s work, including opportunities for members of the Collective’s network to serve in such roles.

●  Support officials, staff, consultants, and influencers in having a basic understanding of The Collective’s approaches, values, and goals.

Long-term Strategy

●  Lead The Collective’s efforts in developing its long-term advocacy agenda, aligned with but independent from the issue areas our network members focus on.

●  Engage in a deep co-design effort with our members to develop The Collective’s agenda and the strategic vision to implement it.

●  Nurture and strengthen collaborative, supportive relationships with nonprofit organizations, partner organizations, community leaders and funders.

●  Contribute to the development and refinement of methods and systems to assess the impact of The Collective’s advocacy approach.

●  Contribute thought partnership that advances greater team cohesion at both the project and organizational levels.

Administration & Operations

●  Communicate with the firm’s Administrative Coordinator when support is needed for briefings and/or events, both online and in-person.

●  Organize and upload documents to shared folders regularly.

●  Follow-up on meeting action items to track and ensure completion.

●  Prepare, edit & finalize high-quality materials and contribute to funder reports.

●  Work with the Administrative Coordinator to track and record performance data in the online system.

●  Track individual project tasks via Asana.

Qualifications

This position is an excellent opportunity for a justice-focused policy enthusiast and an organized self-starter.

SGS works with a high degree of professionalism and community care. As such, team members are expected to represent SGS with integrity and excellence. The ability to plan ahead, anticipate needs, document decisions, build trust and camaraderie with peers and elders, and perform responsibilities with limited oversight are all essential skills. We operate as a sacred sisterhood worthy of our own and each other’s dignity and respect.

The ideal candidate will possess the following professional and personal abilities, attributes and experiences:

●  Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred with either 8-10 years (for advanced degree holders) and

12-15 years (for B.A./B.S. degree holders) of relevant policy/advocacy-related experience.

●  Experience working in a nonprofit, community-based organization in California, a public office staff

capacity or government relations capacity is strongly preferred.

●  Experience leading or significantly contributing to an organization’s policy advocacy agenda.

●  Experience in cultivating political relationships.

●  Demonstrated commitment to community organizing and grassroots coalition building with the ability to

work effectively with Black-led nonprofit organizations with varying degrees of organizational development.

tools; comfortability with exploring and incorporating new technologies.

●  Forward and innovative thinking with the ability to observe and anticipate needs.

●  Ability to self-manage in a virtual environment; manage time effectively and be responsive to various

forms of communication.

●  An exceptionally high work ethic with a sense of pride in one’s work.

●  A high degree of professionalism combined with an ability to build relationships, trust, and rapport across

a spectrum of stakeholders ranging from grassroots community leaders, clients, public officials, funders,

peers, and team members.

●  Open to learning, developing, feedback, and continuous improvement.

●  Track record of having a deep commitment to racial equity and social justice.

●  Reliable transportation. The ability to commute to events and in-person meetings is essential.

Salary and Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position with a starting salary range of $90,000—$105,000 annually plus benefits. This position is remote with frequent local travel across Los Angeles County required.

SGS offers a range of benefits including:

• Group health insurance, dental, vision and life insurance for the employee; plus, an additional $2,000

annually for access to counseling/mental health supports

• $50 monthly stipend for cell phone and internet reimbursement

•  Up to $1,250 annually toward individually designed and selected professional development

• 10 PTO days to be used at the employee’s discretion

• Profit-sharing 401K plan with eligibility after one-year

• Paid civic duty (voting and/or jury service up to 10 days)

• 13 paid holidays plus a paid winter holiday break and two-weeks of structured Quiet Time in August

• Bereavement and Paid Family Leave

  Desired Start Date: No later than March 2023

  SGS is an Equal Opportunity company with a strong commitment to gender and racial equity. We welcome applications from all, and strongly encourage individuals underrepresented in the workforce to apply. The firm uses a collaborative, team-based hiring approach. Applicants will not be asked to produce work as part of the interview process but may be asked to provide relevant work samples. References will be required before an employment offer is extended or confirmed. Please note, not every applicant will be contacted for an interview.

  To apply: Please submit the following materials to [email protected] using Sr. Leader, Policy & Advocacy in the subject line.

  ● Resume

  ●  A cover letter that answers the following question: This position is well-suited for me because...
• ●  Application deadline: January 31, 2023

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Stars MS Program Leader

OBJECTIVE: Implement the Afterschool Program for Grades 6th-8th

SCOPE: This position interacts specifically with 6th-8th grade students and their families in the Afterschool Program at Stars.

CLASSIFICATION: This position is classified as non-exempt

SALARY: $16.11 per hour

RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to Program Manager,Collaborates with internal staff and community partners Member of Stars staff

HOURS: 23 hours per week Must be available Monday – Thursday, 3pm-7pm Occasional weekend events Flexible administrative hours

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate possesses:

• experiencewithmentoring

• experience with middle school students

• acommitmenttoStars’mission,vision,andvalues

• Spanish-speaking skills desired

• excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• a high level of integrity, self-motivation, and desire for excellence

• proficiency in Google products

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

With the guidance and mentorship of the Program Manager, the Program Leader assists in maintaining a culture in which students, families, and volunteers:

• thrive academically, emotionally, economically, and spiritually

• feelsafe,caredfor,supported,andappreciated

• haveopportunitiestobuildrelationships,deepenfaith,andlearnfromoneanother

• live life confidently in identity, purpose, and place in the world

• practice a lifestyle of generosity with time, talents, and resources

• analyze environment and face adversity with resilience

• understandtheAfterschoolprogramgoals,expectations,andrequirements

• feelequippedandpreparedfortheirroleatStars

• engage in quality, enriching, age-appropriate activities and experiences

• establish SMART goals and healthy expectations

WiththeguidanceandmentorshipoftheProgramManager,theProgramLeaderis responsible for implementing all activities of the Afterschool Program:

• maintain a safe, welcoming, clean, learning environment

• lead an efficient check-in/check-out process

• collect,record,andupdatedataandcontactinformation

• observe,monitor,andparticipateinallprogramcomponents

• demonstrate consistent enforcement of behavior guidance system

• ensure age-appropriate supplies are ordered and available

• update student folders, attendance, and academic progress

• send weekly communication updates via email, text, phone, social media, etc.

• be familiar with best practices for pre-teen youth development

• be familiar with grade-specific performance indicators for grades 6th - 8th

• Helpcoordinatetransportationtoandfromprogramwhenneeded

• perform other related duties as necessary

The Program Leader will collaborate with:

• Program Manager for planning, implementation strategies, and mentoring
• Afterschool program’s families for relationship building and partnership
• Stars’staff,volunteers,ministryleaders,andcommunitypartnersforsupport
• PasadenaUnifiedSchoolDistrictandCollaboratePasadenaforsupport
• Committee members and event organizers for support

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Director of Operations

OBJECTIVE: To serve Stars by implementing and managing all operational duties related to the organization, its programs, property and events.

SCOPE: This position is located within Stars Organization.

CLASSIFICATION: This position is classified as non-exempt

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee property management duties for all Stars’ facilities including repairs for

  buildings from major systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.) to minor items

  (batteries, light fixtures, large trash removal etc.)

• Handle all contracts and relationship with vendors to maintain facilities

• Manage both IT budget & Building repairs budget & work with Missionwell to code

  expenses & track budget expenditures

• Manage all IT needs for Stars through IT vendor, inventory lists, & purchasing including

  hardware, IT closets, and internet accounts

• Maintain relationship with IT vendor as point person for all IT matters

• Handle all computer/tech check out & check in with staff & maintain IT inventory

• Keep all IT hardware safely stored, organized, labeled, and in working order

• Maintain Xerox copy machine in good, working order & manage vendor relationship

• Function as super-administrator for Google Workspace & point person for managing

  Google Workspace, including Google Voice system

• Keep all keys organized, duplicated, distributed, keep key authorization forms up to date

  for each employee, and handle locksmith issues as they arise

• Handle logistics for Post alarm system at 712 Villa & DS Camera system at 500 Villa

• Respond to staff members requests in a timely manner with an average 24 hour or less response time

• Be point person for cleaning crews & landscaper, accommodating request, and purchasing supplies regularly

• Oversee van and all related aspects, manage van driver employee, keep forms in van, make sure fluids incl. gas stay full and vehicle clean

• Handle Insurance for organization, including renewal, claims, COI’s and related tasks

• Provide support and leadership for program events including assisting with site logistics,

  site contracts, public events and public relations

• Develop and update Stars property inventory in spreadsheets and maintain in proper

  working order

• Develop policies and procedures related to operations and keep liability release forms

  up to date

•  Oversee group service projects: setting tasks, purchasing supplies, set up for group,

  work with group on projects, and insure clean up after group leaves.

• Perform other reasonably related duties as necessary to support operational needs for

  the organization.

• Attend All-Staff meeting every other week and other meetings as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or Trade School graduate

• 2-3 years’ experience in operations management preferred

• Experience in non-profit/public sector preferred

• Commitment to the mission and values of Stars

• Experience with construction and/or technology systems preferred

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• High level of personal integrity, self-motivation and evidence of desire for excellence.

• Ability to work independently

• Solid understanding of Google Workspace

SCHEDULE: Schedule Flexible Must be available for occasional weeknight and weekend events and trainings

HOURS/COMPENSATION:

• 20–30 hours a week

• $30–$34/hr. based on experience

RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports to: Executive Director, Nancy Stiles

• Works with: Administrative staff, Program staff, Directors Team

• Member of: Stars Organization

 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Mentoring Program Coordinator

OBJECTIVE: To assist and provide support to the Director of Mentoring Initiatives in the development and management of the Mentoring program.

SCOPE: This position is located within the Mentoring department

CLASSIFICATION: This position is classified as non-exempt

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with the Volunteer Coordinator to schedule and conduct interviews, an identify potential mentors.

• Maintain records and documentation on communication with independent contractors, staff and mentors.

• Identify and provide capacity building opportunities for the Mentoring Initiatives program.

• Participate in mentoring program social, community and developmental activities.

• Exhibit proficiency with Google Workspace

• Work with the STARS program staff to provide training, supervision and support for the

  group mentoring volunteers.

• Participate in weekly Staff Tactical Meetings (negotiable depending on hours)

• Participate in weekly Mentoring Tactical Meetings (negotiable depending hours)

• Participate in quarterly Organizational Strategy Days.

• Strategically manage Mentoring Initiatives website content.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Committed to the mission and values of Stars

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Prior experience with mentoring programs strongly preferred

• Ability to successfully interact with individuals from diverse socio-economic and ethnic groups

• High level of personal integrity, self-motivation and evidence of desire for excellence.

• Strong recruiting skills is a must and experience with recruitment is preferable

• Ability to work well both independently and on on a team

• Spanish speaker/writer preferred, but not required

• Solid grasp on Google Workspace, i.e. Gmail, Drive, docs, calendar, etc.

HOURS & COMPENSATION: 20 Hours/Week and $20.00 /hour

RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports to: Director of Mentoring Initiatives

• Works with: The Mentoring Team and Volunteer Coordinator

• Member of:The Mentoring Team, Stars staff