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ABOUT JFF
Jobs for the Future (JFF) drives transformation of the U.S. education and workforce systems to achieve equitable economic advancement for all. Seeing that millions of people are unfairly shut out of quality jobs and the chance for a better life, our goal is to align education, workforce, and employment changemakers toward a shared North Star: In 10 years, 75 million people facing systemic barriers to advancement will work in quality jobs.
To achieve that goal, we design solutions, scale best practices, influence policy and action, and invest in innovation. JFF is a national impact platform uniquely situated at the center of multiple sectors, including education, workforce development, corporations, entrepreneurs, philanthropy and investing, and policymakers. We operate at scale across the country and serve as a galvanizing force for leaders seeking to make systemic change. We are nonpartisan and trusted by policymakers, funders, and decision-makers from different political and ideological perspectives.
With a staff of more than 350 people across the country working remotely from more than 45 states and in offices in Boston (headquarters), Washington, DC, and Oakland, California, we operate at the national, state, and local levels, forging deep partnerships with employers, investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and education and workforce development providers to break down barriers and reimagine what’s possible. We have an operating budget of $105 million, and we’re funded by dozens of leading government agencies, foundations, and corporations.
We’re on a path of ongoing growth and expanding impact. Learn more about JFF and join us as we build a future that works—for everyone.
DEIBW AT JFF
Diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and well-being (DEIBW) are core to JFF’s North Star and mission. We employ and build diverse teams across race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity and expression, age, and lived experiences and are constantly working toward ensuring these differences are celebrated and included. We aim to cultivate a culture that centers the overall care, well-being, and success of the employee through flexible work hours, balanced workloads, professional development, and equitable career advancement opportunities. Learn more about what DEIBW looks like in practice at JFF.
We seek to invest in and learn from those who represent the communities we serve, particularly individuals from populations who have been explicitly or implicitly excluded from the workforce. Knowing its importance to the success of our work and the engagement of our staff members, we aspire to attract and retain a diverse team and welcome people of all backgrounds to apply to our open roles. JFF is a fair chance employer and in alignment to our North Star, we strongly encourage individuals whose highest level of education attained is less than a 4-year degree; People of Color; and people with records to apply.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
JFF is looking for an experienced, agile, and creative Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join us during this exciting moment in the organization’s history following a period of rapid growth. JFF’s recent reorganization, which is still being implemented and optimized, is designed for continued sustainable growth and maturity, enabling us to drive impact at scale as new opportunities emerge. This new leader will help set JFF on a course of sustainable growth and organizational health to accelerate impact on JFF’s mission in the future.
The COO will mentor and oversee a diverse set of leaders who manage People & Culture, Finance, Contracts, Operations/Office Experience, Information Technology, and Knowledge Management in support of JFF’s mission, for a total of more than 50 staff in all. The COO also has responsibility for oversight of JFF’s subsidiaries, such as our impact investment fund, JFF Ventures. The COO will partner with the CEO to identify and deploy new levers for impact that could include additional subsidiaries, new financing mechanisms, amongst other avenues for innovation and impact.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will be joining an Executive Team and broader organization that values creativity, nimbleness, efficiency, and passion for the mission in support of greater innovation and impact. The COO must therefore be a leader who is able to help others at JFF deliver measurable, cost-effective results that make their vision a reality. Working closely with the CEO and Executive Team, the COO will inform JFF’s strategic direction, drive organizational performance measurement, strengthen systems and a culture of accountability, and provide substantial operational leadership as the organization undergoes continued growth and transformation. They will provide creative ideas and solutions for the evolution of JFF’s financial strategy and funding model. Central to the COO’s priorities is ensuring that organizational capacity, resources, and processes are best aligned to JFF’s enterprise goals. As a core executive leader, the COO will also play a key role as a steward of JFF’s culture of inclusion and continuing efforts to become a best-in-class employer.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Drive alignment and excellence in operations:
Drive structural and organizational change at scale:
Model inclusive leadership and steward JFF’s culture:
WHO YOU ARE
The qualifications listed within the job description are intended as a guide and we do not expect candidates to bring all experiences and skills listed. Research supports that self-selecting out of potential professional opportunities is particularly common among individuals with identities that are marginalized in professional spaces. So, if you believe that you can meet the overall expectations of the position, we encourage you to apply so that we have an opportunity to learn more about you and the unique strengths you would bring to the work.
WHAT WE OFFER
The hiring range for this role is $290,000 - $335,000 annually, in alignment to JFF’s Chief salary band and our compensation philosophy. Starting salaries for new hires will be determined based on a combination of the new hire’s relevant experience and market demands.
At JFF, we’re fueled by the desire to create a world where everyone has equal opportunity for economic advancement. Our team works hard to push the boundaries of what is possible, and in return, we provide a gratifying work experience, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits program that includes flexibility and choice as core values to support people wherever they are in their lives and careers.
JFF has offices in Boston, Oakland, and Washington, DC; employees are welcome to use JFF office space to work in-person or hybrid, or completely remote. To improve the employee experience and promote productivity while working remotely, JFF offers an annual home office stipend to all regular full-time and part-time employees. In addition, new employees receive office equipment as needed.
Divina Gamble Managing Partner & Practice Leader Global Nonprofit, Philanthropy & Social Enterprise Telephone: (202) 955-0901 Email: divina.gamble@kornferry.com |
Cristina Fisher Senior Associate Global Nonprofit, Philanthropy & Social Enterprise Telephone: (202) 955-0910 Email: cristina.fisher@kornferry.com |
Traci Robinson Project Coordinator Global Nonprofit, Philanthropy & Social Enterprise Telephone: (202) 955-0902 Email: traci.robinson@kornferry.com |
Positions at JFF are not eligible for employer-visa sponsorship or open to F-1 student visa holders.
Full Time
$437k-729k (estimate)
05/31/2024
07/30/2024
jff.com
Weedsport, NY
<25
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