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The Mind Trust · 1 day ago

Manager, CT Program and School Growth

Connecticut, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$60K/yr - $84K/yr

The Mind Trust is a nonprofit organization based in Indianapolis, dedicated to creating an educational system that ensures every student has access to high quality education. The Manager of Connecticut Operations will support the execution of essential operational functions related to implementation of school incubation, school support, and leadership development initiatives across the state.

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Hiring Manager

Brian Laskey, MNM, SPHR

Responsibilities

Track and manage budgets to ensure financial alignment across Connecticut-based programs and initiatives

Maintain accurate budget tracking systems to monitor expenses, reimbursements, and program investments using dashboards and platforms such as bill.com

Coordinate with the Indianapolis-based finance and operations teams to ensure compliance with internal policies and external funding requirements

Maintain regular budget trackers and financial summaries to inform strategic decision-making

Forecast spending needs and support annual planning by providing timely and data-informed financial insights

Manage key administrative functions to ensure efficient program execution and team operations

Develop, track, and manage contracts with vendors, consultants, and partners to ensure timely execution and alignment with program goals

Coordinate scheduling for internal and external meetings, program events, and stakeholder engagements

Oversee event logistics, including venue coordination, material preparation, and participant communication

Maintain accurate records and reporting systems to track program activities, deliverables, and impact metrics

Coordinate travel and calendaring for the Executive Director and Connecticut leadership team, including booking, reimbursements, and expense reporting

Track North Star Fellow progress and maintain accurate documentation within The Mind Trust’s Salesforce system

Monitor key milestones, deliverables, and accountability metrics for each Fellow throughout the program lifecycle

Upload and organize essential documents and artifacts—such as applications, milestone achievements, and RFP related artifacts—into the Salesforce system

Ensure data integrity and consistency across records to support internal reporting and impact measurement

Collaborate with the program team to regularly update Fellow profiles and progress trackers

Provide strategic research, data analysis, and aggregation to inform decision-making and guide Connecticut-based initiatives

Monitor school performance data and sector trends relevant to The Mind Trust’s work

Aggregate and analyze quantitative and qualitative data to surface insights and identify opportunities for strategic action

Develop clear, concise reports and visualizations to support internal planning and external communications

Maintain effective communication and coordination across Fellows, school partners, stakeholders, and the CT team

Serve as a primary point of contact for operations, scheduling, or logistics related questions

Facilitate information-sharing and alignment across the team to support cohesive program implementation

Support cross-functional collaboration through regular updates, shared planning tools, and meeting coordination

Qualification

Budget managementSalesforceProject managementData analysisGoogle SuiteMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsCollaborationAttention to detail

Required

YOU MUST LIVE IN THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT

Deep commitment to and enthusiasm for The Mind Trust's mission and methods of ensuring that all children have an opportunity to receive an excellent education

Significant alignment and belief in The Mind Trust's core values

Highly organized with demonstrated ability to simultaneously balance several tasks

Excellent project management skills

Ability to coordinate and execute logistics with precise attention to detail

Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, and thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced environment

Ability to incorporate creative approaches to various projects by taking initiative and working independently

A bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required

Preferred

Experience using Salesforce or equivalent CRM, data management, or data warehousing system

Experience with designing and executing operational processes

Advanced computer skills including the Google Suite and Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and PowerPoint required

Ability to relocate to Connecticut preferred (for non-CT based candidates)

Benefits

Healthcare : Access comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with substantial premium support

Retirement Savings : Secure your future with a 403(b) plan featuring generous employer matching

Life and Disability Coverage : Gain peace of mind with life and disability benefits, ensuring financial security for you and your loved ones

Professional Development : Engage in continuing education opportunities to foster growth and learning

Generous Time Off : Prioritize work-life balance with a competitive PTO policy and paid holidays

Family Support : Our family leave, adoption assistance, and childcare reimbursements are designed to ease the journey of welcoming new additions and managing family dynamics, ensuring you have the support you need to thrive both at home and in the workplace