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Fast Forward · 10 hours ago

Head of People

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$160K/yr - $170K/yr

8+ years exp

Fast Forward is a tech nonprofit organization founded to support builders using technology for social good. The Head of People will lead the People function, overseeing the employee lifecycle and shaping the company culture during a period of growth.

EducationInformation TechnologyManagement Information Systems

Responsibilities

Develop and lead a people strategy that strengthens organizational performance, aligns with Fast Forward’s goals, and cultivates a culture rooted in our values

Partner with the executive team to assess talent needs, shape organizational design, and ensure the structure supports both current priorities and future growth

Serve as a trusted resource for staff, offering guidance, support, and clarity

Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across the employee experience

Collaborate with the Office Manager to design initiatives that build engagement and connection

Provide coaching and guidance to strengthen management and staff capability

Design and oversee professional development efforts that build skills and support long-term growth

Lead performance management cycles, ensuring clarity in expectations, goal-setting, and feedback

Sustain career development frameworks that give staff clarity and growth opportunities

Provide guidance to tech nonprofits in Fast Forward’s portfolio around People Ops, HR strategy, and talent development

Assist our portfolio in scaling talent and organizational design

Create content to educate tech nonprofits on best practices in HR and People Ops

Manage and support our Recruiter, ensuring our hiring practices are equitable, consistent, and aligned with Fast Forward’s values

Lead a clear, consistent onboarding experience that sets new hires up for success from day one

Oversee payroll, benefits, compensation, and HR systems (currently managed in Gusto)

Partner with the leadership team on compensation decisions

Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and implement required training

Maintain accurate, compliant documentation and HR records

Advise managers on employee relations to keep practices fair and consistent

Qualification

HR/People Ops leadershipRecruitingHiringPeople strategy developmentPerformance managementEmployee relationsCoachingDiversityInclusionMentoringCommunication skillsStrategic thinking