Careers

We are seeking to hire a new Executive Director for Spring of 2025! The Executive Director impacts the mission of the organization in the areas of strategic development, donor development and fundraising, delivery of relevant and impactful programs, stewardship of community partnerships, staff development and organizational leadership.

Salary range of $65,000 - $72,000 (based on experience)

Key Areas of Responsibility:

Development and Finance- Secure sufficient and diverse streams of revenue to meet monthly expenses and grow overall financial stability, as well as oversight of financial policies and procedures that govern the organization’s fiscal management. Establish, manage and update financial policy and procedures; ensure reporting and timely filing of 990's to the IRS, timely payment of bills and payroll. Establishes annual fundraising goals for each revenue stream (grants, individual donors, corporate, fundraising events, fee for service and social enterprise).

Board of Trustees–Works with the Board Co-Chairs and Executive Committee to determine level of board member involvement in decision-making, governed by Code of Regulations and other board policies. Sees that board members are kept fully informed in a timely manner, through monthly ED reports. Works with the board officers to ensure that the board is effective as a body.

Organizational Growth- Responsible for shepherding the organization’s growth both internally (organizational infrastructure, revenue and other resources) and externally (programming, public awareness, partnerships, etc.). Ensures consistent strategic direction-setting, periodically reaffirming mission, vision and values, working with strategic planning team to assess when new planning process is needed and integrate the plan into staff and board deliverables to drive desired outcomes. Cultivates increasing external awareness of growth among the public.

Community Partnerships- Identify, establish, manage, and collaborate with partners, including schools, non-profit organizations, government entities, institutions of higher learning and funders. Maintains high-level relationships with partner schools and CPS administration, assists in identifying new school partners and building capacity of existing partnerships.

Staff and Volunteers-Establishes positive, inclusive, strengths-based workplace culture with consistent input from all staff on working norms, team-building, communication and self-determination in meeting established goals. Direct oversight of key staff roles. Provides support, coaching, guidance to Directors in management of their direct reports, volunteers,and independent contractors.

Programs and Outreach–Oversees the strategic development and successful delivery of all programs and outreach initiatives. Provide guidance and support in the design of systems that guide new programs and community partnerships. Oversight of program-related partnerships and collaborations, including Partnership Agreements, Memoranda of Understanding, and other documents.

Essential Qualifications and Attributes

  • At least 5 years’ experience in education or progressive responsibility in educational and/or artistic youth programs in a non-profit setting 

  • Demonstrated success in innovative, creative program design and measurement

  • Proven experience working with diverse populations

  • Strong commitment to equity, social justice, inclusion and diversity

  • Exceptional communication skills including interpersonal, professional, written and presenting to audiences

  • Strong time management skills, emphasis on meeting deadlines, and paying close attention to program planning details

  • Prior success in collaborative environments

Other Requirements:

  • Successful completion of full BCI background check required

  • This position requires regular presence at partner schools, community meetings and other outreach across the city. Some evenings and weekends required. Reliable transportation and schedule flexibility is a must. 

EOE

WordPlay Cincy is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, marital status, political affiliation, medical conditions or any other dimension of difference. 

All employees are expected to lead by example, modeling the organizational mission and values through their daily actions. 

Please submit your cover letter and resume to us info@wordplaycincy.org