About Kingmakers of Oakland:

At Kingmakers of Oakland (KOO),  we fundamentally believe all Black males are brilliant, beautiful, and possess innate greatness. Recognizing the systemic challenges faced by Black youth, we are dedicated to co-creating environments that enable them to fulfill their potential. Through transformative education initiatives and community empowerment programs, we strive to empower Black boys to thrive. Our multicultural, intergenerational team of over 30 individuals is committed to reshaping education systems and improving educational and life outcomes for Black students across the nation.

About the Role:

As the Managing Director of Operations, you will report directly to the CEO and play a pivotal role in our senior leadership team. Your primary responsibility will be to identify and address the operational needs of our growing organization. This includes developing and implementing infrastructure to support our expansion efforts, managing multi-year budgets, and ensuring organizational efficiency. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on, capable of providing tactical support while navigating ambiguity with ease.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a strategic thought partner to the CEO on matters related to infrastructure, staffing, and financial growth.
• Contribute to the development of KOO's strategic goals and objectives, and oversee the overall management of the organization.
• Provide guidance on financial planning for both immediate and long-term growth.
• Direct and organize the work of the Finance, Human Resources, and General Operations departments.
• Collaborate with the Executive Leadership Team to establish annual goals and objectives, and track progress against key metrics.
• Manage a Senior Director of Finance and:
  • Collaborate on financial operations, including budget creation, financial reporting, forecasting, and audits.
  • Ensure compliance with nonprofit finance and accounting regulations.
• Oversee human resources functions, including personnel management, compliance, and training.
• Serve as a liaison with legal counsel on contractual matters and other legal issues.
• Collaborate with Facilities Director on management of the Oakland property, including insurance, safety, compliance, and technology.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Mission alignment as it relates to engaging, encouraging, and empowering youth of color and driving systemic change in education.
• 5-10 years of experience in a senior management role, preferably in a high-growth organization.
• Experience in financial management and human resources within a nonprofit setting.
• Proven track record of driving organizational change and development.
• Excellent judgment, problem-solving skills, and negotiation abilities.
• Superior management and leadership capabilities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to adjust as needed
• Proficiency in Google Apps and other relevant software.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Value and contribute to sustaining a workplace culture based on trust, collaboration, respect, and honesty

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

This role requires interpersonal skills, teamwork, basic math, decision-making, and problem analysis. The work environment includes desk work, sitting, phone and computer screen time in a virtual office environment. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.
Compensation
The salary for the Managing Director of Operations position is $170,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement contributions, and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about empowering Black youth and driving positive change in education, we encourage you to apply by submitting your resume and cover letter via this application.

Kingmakers of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our organization.

Deadline for Applications:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Ideal start date is on or by August 1, 2024.