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ABOUT THE POSITION:
The Communications & Development Manager for Major Grants will lead the effort to secure larger, multi-year grants that support the work of Urban Dove. The Manager will research, write and manage grants from public agencies and private foundations, focusing on larger, multi-year opportunities. The Manager will be well versed in compliance requirements and management of public agency grants, such as 21st Century Learning Communities, New York State Education Department, and NYC Department of Youth & Community Development. The Manager will report to the Executive Director.
The successful candidate will bring a knowledge of Federal, State and Local educational and community-based programs, a track record of securing public funds for similar organization(s), and a passion for this work and the work of Urban Dove. The Manager must be able to communicate and work effectively with colleagues on all levels of our organization and have excellent writing skills.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Urban Dove Team Charter School (UD Team) is a completely unique and innovative network of alternative sports-based high schools for over-aged, under-credited youth. Our schools combine a rigorous academic curriculum with a hands-on, real-world vocational program, and an award-winning college and career readiness program that strives to give each graduate a high school diploma, a foundation for higher education, and the job skills needed to enter the world of work.
Requirements
Researching Government, Public and Private Funding Opportunities – Research and identify new government and public funding prospects to match Urban Dove priorities, specifically in the fields of Education and Youth Development. Private foundations that provide six figure grants will also fall into the job responsibilities.
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Urban Dove Mission Statement:
Urban Dove energizes, educates, and empowers young people through our network of UD Team Charter Schools serving over-age/under-credited high school students. UD Team's innovative model uses sports, teams, restorative practices and mentoring to create a culture of high expectations and shared responsibility. By instilling our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Communication, we develop our students into confident young adults ready to reach their full potential.
Urban Dove Vision Statement:
Urban Dove envisions a world where all children receive the high-quality education and support they need and deserve. Through education, they will acquire the critical skills needed to develop into economically, socially, and emotionally independent adults who are empowered to create a more just and equitable society for future generations.
Urban Dove provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Full Time
Elementary & Secondary Education
$104k-135k (estimate)
08/20/2023
06/15/2024
urbandove.org
BRONX, NY
50 - 100
2012
ROSE TEMBA
$5M - $10M
Elementary & Secondary Education
VISION Urban Dove Team Charter Schools (UD Team) are a completely unique and innovative network of alternative sports-based high schools for over-aged, under-credited youth that will combine a rigorous academic curriculum with a hands-on, real-world vocational program, and an award-winning college and career readiness program that strives to give each graduate a high school diploma, a foundation for higher education, and the job skills needed to enter the world of work. MISSION STATEMENT Energize. UD Team energizes at-risk students through a sports, health and fitness program that focuses on d...eveloping teamwork, healthy competition, and self-confidence for academic and life success. Educate. UD Team educates over-aged, under-credited students through a 3-year mastery-based, personalized instructional program that leads to a high school diploma, a foundation for higher education, and the job skills needed to enter the world of work. Empower. UD Team empowers disconnected youth through individualized academic support, internships, and counseling so that they are prepared to be active, healthy, informed world citizens.
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