JOB SUMMARY:

This position provides leadership and strategy for the YWCA’s Race Equity and Public Policy programs in support of the YWCA Minneapolis mission, vision and goals, in the areas of quality program and event delivery, program development, implementation and evaluation, and budget development. This position serves as a member of the senior leadership team and represents the YWCA of Minneapolis on racial justice and public policy related issues both locally and nationally.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Lead the vision and strategy of the department
Ensure high quality programs and services are offered and delivered to customers, clients, and participants
Develop, update and formally document all program curriculum ensuring alignment with YWCA mission, vision, and goals
Develop and implement annual Business Plan for Race Equity Consulting, workshops, and facilitator training
Develop and implement sales strategy for consulting, IT2T sponsorship, and IT2T attendees
Develop and implement annual Business Plan for IT2T event, ensuring a successful event
Provide staff leadership of IT2T Steering Committee
Provide staff leadership of Public Policy Committee
Ensure development and achievement of program budget
Partner with YWCA Marketing Director as it pertains to Race Equity and Public Policy and ensure program marketing strategies, activities, and materials are planned, developed, and implemented
Review and report on financial and sales activity and determine if changes in programs or services are necessary
Maintain current knowledge and understanding of programming in the Racial Justice industry by actively performing competitive research and analysis to evaluate existing programs as trends and standards change for continuous improvement and innovative opportunities
Ensure that department’s financial goals are met
Ensure that all programming and operational practices are in alignment with Human Resources, Finance, and IT standards and procedures
Establish external community and corporate partnerships that will enhance operations and brand awareness of our mission and goals
Develop, implement and evaluate annual legislative and policy agenda, including advocacy plan
Evaluate new programming ideas, develop new products, and services
Assist Organization Advancement team with Race Equity and Public Policy related grant reports and applications to strengthen and expand funding base
Oversee, set goals, and participate in Race Equity Diversity and Inclusion work internally
Act as a resource, both internal and external to the organization, on diversity, inclusion, race equity, and public policy issues

Provide Leadership and Supervision:

Supervise, develop and provide leadership for Race Equity and Public Policy staff
Design, establish and maintain an organizational structure to effectively accomplish the department's goals and objectives
Ensure leadership and supervision practices are in alignment with Human Resources standards and procedures
Ensure compliance with employee health and safety
Facilitate development activities that align with operational or strategic plans and YWCA mission and values

RELATIONSHIPS:

This position reports to the Chief Operating Officer who reports to the Chief Executive Officer. The incumbent will work closely with the YWCA Leadership Team, Volunteer Coordinator, community representatives, and employees within the department and organization. Critical relationships will include the Chief Development Officer, Vice President of Human Resources, YWCA board members, Committee Chairs for It’s Time to Talk Forums on Race Committee and Public Policy Committee, community leaders of color, and leaders with similar responsibilities in other organizations.

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