Ford Foundation · 1 day ago
Director, Office of the Chief Innovation Officer
New York, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$181K/yr - $200K/yr
8+ years expThe Ford Foundation is seeking a Director for the Office of the Chief Innovation Officer (CINO) to manage and coordinate a variety of activities and projects. The Director will serve as a strategic thought partner, overseeing initiatives, managing priorities, and collaborating with various teams to ensure effective operations and alignment with the Foundation's mission.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain robust systems for the smooth functioning of the Office of the CINO, including the management of both operational and programmatic budgets
Serve as a key partner and advisor to the Chief Innovation Officer (CINO), managing high-level priorities, gauging risks, and ensuring time and resources are deployed for maximum impact
Oversee the CINO’s calendar and agendas, prepare comprehensive briefing materials and decision-support tools for all internal and external engagements
Partner with Directors and leadership to develop and implement program strategies, ensuring deep alignment across various strategic focus areas and investments
Act as a proxy and representative for the CINO in leadership meetings and external forums, leading the implementation of cross-departmental initiatives
Collaborate with peer offices and non-programmatic departments to ensure consistent workflows and facilitate qualitative and quantitative analysis for leadership priorities
Contribute to the Foundation’s mission by reviewing grant proposals and managing the administrative lifecycle of the CINO’s programmatic portfolio
Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and analysis to track progress against goals and inform future innovation strategies
Partner with People and Culture to oversee hiring processes and coordinate human capital practices for the CINO’s direct reports
Manage high-level connectivity with outside partners, consultants, and vendors while maintaining landscape awareness on substantive matters of interest
Directly supervise and mentor administrative staff, ensuring high-quality support and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience working across a wide range of populations and teams with a deep understanding of program areas being supported
Proven ability to act as a high-level thought partner, translating visionary ideas into tangible execution and complex project implementation
Strong skills in quantitative and qualitative analysis, with the ability to assess process effectiveness and organizational management
Ability to use presentation and data visualization tools to transform complex information into clear, actionable reports and briefings
Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to foster a healthy team culture, facilitate high-stakes meetings, and speak to large audiences
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, tailored for engagement with senior management and global stakeholders
Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across all levels of a complex, multi-functional organization
Self-starter with the discipline to operate independently and deliver high-quality judgment under pressure and tight deadlines
Ways of working and engaging that align with the Foundation's mission, core values, and commitment to creating a culture of excellence
Baccalaureate degree in a related field or a record of equivalent professional experience and achievement
Preferred
Proficiency in leveraging AI and emerging technologies to enhance organizational efficiency and strategic impact
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package designed for your well-being and work-life needs, including medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on your first day
Generous time off, including personal, vacation, sick, extended holiday time off, and wellness days
Generous parental leave policy, including birth, surrogacy, adoptive, foster parents, and resources for backup child and elder care that support our colleagues’ ability to attend to family responsibilities
Comprehensive retirement benefits options (with employee and employer contributions of up to 13%), allowing you to invest in your financial future with confidence
Company
Ford Foundation
Ford Foundation is an independent, nonprofit, nongovernmental organization with a mission to advance human welfare.
201-500 employees
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