Website Common Future
About Common Future
Common Future, founded in 2001, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to dismantling systemic economic inequities and fostering economic systems that prioritize shared prosperity for all. The organization addresses the racial wealth gap by reallocating resources and power to communities that have been historically marginalized, particularly Black and Indigenous communities and other communities of color. Common Future delivers capital, operational support, and strategic partnerships to innovative solutions aimed at racial and economic justice. The organization operates with a multi-racial and women-led co-CEO team and prioritizes values such as equity, experimentation, and collective problem-solving. As an advocate for economic justice, Common Future aligns its efforts with grassroots innovations to influence policies and institutions for transformative change.
About this Role
The Director of Programs at Common Future will spearhead initiatives designed to cultivate community-based solutions that advocate for economic justice and equity. The role involves designing, implementing, and managing programs that empower network partners and align with the organization’s mission. This individual will work cross-functionally to ensure community insights are integrated into advocacy, philanthropy, and thought leadership. Success requires building trust, fostering equitable partnerships, and creating collaborative spaces for communities to devise solutions promoting collective prosperity. Additionally, the Director will guide program evaluation and impact assessment to enhance outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of programs that foster collaboration and capacity-building among community-based organizations.
- Develop frameworks for gathering insights, measuring impact, and documenting best practices from network partners.
- Cultivate and maintain a diverse network of community-based organizations and initiatives exemplifying equitable economic practices.
- Foster a sense of belonging and shared purpose among network members by facilitating connections and resource-sharing.
- Lead and manage Program Manager, fostering a collaborative and values-driven team culture.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to identify engagement opportunities for network members with Common Future’s priorities.
- Serve as a thought leader and representative of the organization in external forums sharing insights on community-driven economic initiatives.
Requirements
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build relationships with marginalized communities.
- Experience co-designing programs with community partners, ensuring shared leadership and decision-making.
- Deep understanding of social, political, and economic dynamics affecting marginalized communities.
- Knowledge of economic and racial justice frameworks and practices to support systems change.
- Strong capacity to translate big-picture strategies into actionable community-driven programs.
- Ability to navigate high-level themes and frameworks for collaborative work with community partners.
Benefits
- Ongoing 4 day work week, Monday to Thursday, 32-hour workweek at 100% pay
- Remote and flexible work options
- 20 days of PTO and 18 paid holidays
- Fully paid medical, dental, and vision for employees; dependents covered at 75%
- Access to an FSA for medical and dependent expenses
- Paid long-term disability and life insurance
- 16-week paid parental leave
- $500 annual professional development stipend
- $500 monthly caregiver stipend
- Immediately vested 4% 403b retirement plan contribution after 90 days
- $800 one-time home office setup stipend for new employees
- $150 per month coworking, home office, and cell phone stipend
- Annual in-person retreat
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