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Community Program Manager

Graduate School of Education, Stanford, California, United States

Administration

Post Date Apr 25, 2024

Requisition # 103011

TheStanford Center on Early Childhood, an initiative of theStanford Accelerator for Learning, seeks a full time Community Program Manager to join our team. The Community Program Manager will work under broad direction of SCEC Leadership to lead, implement, and administer a new fellowship for professionals working in community-based early childhood systems.

Note: This position is a 1-year fixed term appointment that may be renewed based on performance and funding. This position is eligible for a remote work agreement. Travel will be required for convenings and events. Interested applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter describing why they are interested in this position at this stage of their career.

ABOUT US

Housed at StanfordGraduate School of Education, the Stanford Accelerator for Learning (SAL) is a research hub that connects experts from the sciences, medicine, engineering, law, and humanities to expedite learning solutions for all learners. The first university-wide initiative to connect Stanford scholars across disciplines with external partners in the field, SAL bridges research, innovation, practice, and policy to achieve true system change. SAL is currently focused on six areas of research that show high need and high promise for transformational change. These areas include digital learning, early childhood education, learning differences, equity in learning, policy and systems change, and adult and workforce learning.

The Stanford Center on Early Childhood (SCEC) is an initiative of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning. The SCEC leverages the current moment of revolutionary science and fosters deep omnidirectional collaboration across sectors, seeking to change the way that research in early childhood is conducted, communicated, and utilized, with the overarching goal that each and every child thrives from the start.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Community Program Manager will work under the supervision of the Stanford Center on Early Childhood Managing Director to implement the SCEC’s new Community Fellows Program. The Community Fellows Program seeks to provide professional development to professionals working in early childhood community programs, focused on the areas of research practice partnerships and data literacy. The Community Fellows Program will draw on data provided by theRAPID Survey Projectas a primary source for fellowship projects. Specifically, the Community Fellows Program will provide mentorship and curriculum to support fellows in utilizing data and research partnerships to effect policy change in their community context.

The person in this role will act as a representative of the program and the SCEC in establishing authentic and collaborative engagement with community-based organizations, early childhood professionals, and academic faculty. The Community Program Manager will be responsible for working closely with SCEC Leadership to develop the initial curriculum for this program. The CPM will provide mentorship and guidance to Community Fellows in the areas of research, data, and methodology. The CPM will provide direct support for the Fellows’ research projects by working closely with them to produce relevant results from the RAPID data and develop a plan for effectively communicating and disseminating those results.

The CPM will be responsible for developing a strategy and plan to design, document, and launch the Community Fellowship. This will include coordinating with key collaborators to draft a project plan and timelines. After the launch of the Fellowship, this role will work closely with Fellows, SCEC Leadership, and Fellowship Faculty to ensure iterative and continuous improvement of the program.

In addition to the RAPID Community Fellowships, the CPM will work closely with SCEC Leadership to oversee the SCEC community strategy. This will include providing organizational oversight on pilot programs such as community-based case studies and neighborhood spotlights, and providing strategic input and direction on design, production and dissemination of the results of these pilots and will contribute to discussions about the impact and continuation of these pilots going forward. These pilot programs are designed to uplift and highlight the critical innovations and expertise happening in communities across the country. The successful candidate for this role will bring their lived experience to help design and inform the nature of these emerging programs.

The CPM will supervise a Senior Coordinator, who will be responsible for the logistical implementation and coordination of the program and will work closely with a number of consultants and vendors to implement the Fellows Program as well as the pilot programs.

The ideal candidate for this position has a strong understanding of academic research methodology and high data fluency, as well as experience working in community-based organizations or in research-practice partnership with community partners. We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range of life experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds who would contribute to our community. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all listed criteria.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Lead and oversee development, implementation, administration, and evaluation of Community Fellows Program. Oversee analysis, reporting, and program improvements.

• Oversee the development, adherence to, and implementation of program policies and procedures.

• Lead strategic planning for the Community Fellows Program.

• Represent the program to the broader university, external community, and other stakeholders. Provide expert consultation related to program development and funding opportunities.

• Develop outreach strategy related to program communications, development, partnerships and fundraising/funding.

• Work with the SCEC Operations and Finance Director and Managing Director to develop and oversee strategic financial planning and sustainability for the Program, as needed; monitor performance and ensure appropriate controls.

• For the Community Fellows Program, this role will teach or co-teach courses; oversee the administration of courses; create and/or advise in the development of curriculum; and coach and mentor Fellows.

• Supervise, coach, and mentor program staff.

To be successful in this position, you will bring:

• Advanced degree and five years of relevant experience in area of specialization or combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience. For jobs with financial responsibilities, experience managing a budget and developing financial plans.

• Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources.

• Advanced oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization.

• Ability to oversee and direct staff.

• Ability to manage budgets and develop financial plans.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Ability to develop and enhance relationships with organizations that serve and advocate for under-represented communities

• Ability and experience working with a diverse group of stakeholders, including community members

• Doctoral level or equivalent experience in academic research, methodology and/or data analysis

• Experience working in the fields of early childhood development, education, public health, social work or healthcare

• Experiencing creating and managing a program

• Experience working in community system and/or policy environments

• Experience with professional development and/or adult learning

• Experience leading a team

The expected pay range for this position is $78,100 to $150,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is for You:

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Ourcultureandunique perksempower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.

• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.

• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

How to Apply:

We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, you must submit a cover letter and résumé along with your online application.

• Finalist must successfully complete a background check prior to working at Stanford University.

• This is a fixed-term position with an end date of one year and is renewable based on performance and funding

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the US. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at stanfordelr@stanford.edu . For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form .

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time

• Job Code: 4113

• Employee Status: Fixed-Term

• Grade: K

• Requisition ID: 103011

• Work Arrangement : Remote Eligible