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Special Projects Manager at Clinton Foundation
New York, New YorkFull-timeToo Small to FailPosted about 2 months ago
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<p><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>About the Opportunity </strong></span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">The Special Projects Manager provides substantive, strategic, and administrative support to the CEO of </span><em><span data-contrast="auto">Too Small to Fail </span></em><span data-contrast="auto">(TSTF), the early childhood initiative of the Clinton Foundation, and the TSTF team. This includes calendar and meeting management, communications assistance, correspondence, and logistical support. The Special Projects Manager triages internal and external requests to prioritize them with respect to the initiative’s priorities, responsibilities, organization-wide goals and deadlines, and manages discrete TSTF projects.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559738":80,"335559739":120}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Default" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"272499da-5523-5969-b17c-4f82c0ce3910|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469775450,"Default",201340122,"2",134233614,"true",469778129,"Default",335572020,"1",469777841,"Arial",469777842,"Arial",469777844,"Arial",469769226,"Arial",335551500,"0",268442635,"24",469777843,"Times New Roman"]}">This role </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Default">assists</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Default"> the CEO to maximize their time on high-level items by using discretion in scheduling and meeting arrangements; acts as a partner to CEO and members of the Senior Leadership Team; and learns the Foundation’s processes and history to enhance that partnership. </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Default">The Special Projects Manager also provides support to improve cross-departmental cohesion and effectiveness</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Default">.</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Default"> The Special Projects Manager </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Default">proactively manages routine and ad hoc special projects including event preparation, quarterly board meeting preparation, Foundation-wide projects, and co-managing and/or supporting programmatic work. </span></span><span data-contrast="auto">This role will have a birds-eye-view of TSTF’s work and priority projects will include donor and partner research, supporting the creation of grant applications and final reports, communications assistance, contracting, managing expenses, logistical support, and strategic planning.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559738":80,"335559739":120}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"></span><span data-contrast="auto"></span><span data-contrast="auto"></span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun" data-ccp-charstyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"ac0262f4-8a9e-5820-b908-2d943c5f7113|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469777841,"Times New Roman",469777842,"Times New Roman",469777843,"Times New Roman",469777844,"Times New Roman",469769226,"Times New Roman",469775450,"normaltextrun",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"normaltextrun",335572020,"1",469778324,"Default Paragraph Font"]}">Building on a lifetime of public service, President Clinton established the Clinton Foundation on the simple belief that everyone deserves a chance to succeed, everyone has a responsibility to act, and we all do better when we work together. For more than two decades, those values have energized the Foundation’s efforts to address big challenges, create new opportunities, and make a difference in people’s lives across the United States and around the world.</span></span> <em><span data-contrast="none">Too Small to Fail</span></em><span data-contrast="none">, surrounds families with early language and learning opportunities, and supports parents and caregivers with resources to talk, read, and sing with young children from birth to help prepare them for success in kindergarten and beyond. </span><a href="https://www.clintonfoundation.org/programs/education-health-equity/too-small-fail/#about/"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Learn more here</span></span></a><span data-contrast="none">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245417":true,"335559738":80,"335559739":120}"> </span></p>
<p><span class="EOP SCXW42689890 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559738":80,"335559739":120}"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Core Responsibilities </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Executive Administrative Support to the CEO and TSTF Team</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559738":80,"335559739":120}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="41" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Proactively and effectively manage the TSTF CEO’s schedule and activities to reflect most current programmatic priorities; maintain regularly scheduled meetings and schedule ad hoc meetings</span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="41" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Prepare research and briefing documents ahead of meetings and engagements as needed</span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="41" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support the logistics, prepare materials, and organize files for the TSTF CEO’s meetings, and other TSTF meetings as needed</span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="41" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Participate in meetings to take minutes and track follow up</span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="41" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Coordinate travel arrangements, prepare travel & expense (T&E) reports, and reconcile corporate card expenses in accordance with the Foundation's T&E policies</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Special Projects Management</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134245417":false,"335559685":337,"335559738":80,"335559739":0,"335559991":180}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="47" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Compose, edit, and proof correspondence, proposals, briefs, reports, and other materials for programming, development, and governance purposes</span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="47" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">As assigned, conduct research on and manage special projects on behalf of the TSTF CEO and team</span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="47" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Execute day-of logistics for in-person meetings and events; track follow up of resolutions and next steps</span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="47" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Prepare TSTF Advisory Council materials from inception to final copy for annual Council meetings, execute day-of-meeting logistics, and track follow up of resolutions, next steps, and further communication with the Council</span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="47" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Assist the initiative with ad hoc events and serve as a utility player where TSTF needs additional strategic, substantive, and administrative support</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Administration </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559685":337,"335559738":80,"335559739":120,"335559991":180}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="41" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Create contracts, agreements, and MOUs with partner organizations and the Foundation’s legal department</span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="41" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Coordinate with TSTF vendors to track orders for Talking is Teaching-related products and process payments invoices for vendors and consultants</span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="41" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Facilitate and respond to interdepartmental requests related to TSTF metrics, impact, and contracts; proactively collaborate with programs and departments to revise and improve standard operating procedures (SOPs), as needed</span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="27" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Respond to general partner emails and external requests that are sent to TSTF General inbox and the TSTF CEO</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Minimum Qualifications </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">What we’re looking for:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"><span class="TextRun SCXW68174586 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW68174586 BCX0">Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required</span></span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="27" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">At least 6 years of professional experience in the field in positions of increasing responsibility. At least 1 of those years must have included either managing people or managing projects to completion required</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="27" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW187525591 BCX0">Administrative experience working with a senior leade</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW187525591 BCX0">r preferred</span></span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Compensation & Benefits</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Our best estimate of the compensation range for this opportunity is $68,500<span class="TextRun SCXW166997219 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW166997219 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="Form1" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"abc282d1-2978-4435-a083-c576c99cc541|11","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469775450,"Form1",201340122,"2",134234082,"true",134233614,"true",469778129,"Form1",335572020,"1",469777462,"1440,4680,5040,6480,10080",469777927,"0,3,0,0,3",469777928,"1,1,1,1,1",335559740,"259",201341983,"0",335559739,"0",469777929,"Form1 Char",469778324,"Normal"]}" data-ccp-parastyle-linked-defn="{"ObjectId":"abc282d1-2978-4435-a083-c576c99cc541|13","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469775450,"Form1 Char",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"Form1Char",335572020,"1",134231262,"true",469777929,"Form1",469778324,"Default Paragraph Font"]}"> - 78,500</span></span> annually, depending on the experience you bring. This role is not eligible for overtim</span><span data-contrast="auto">e pay. This range is based on NYC market rates and may be adjusted if you will be working remotely. We look forward to discussing our compensation pricing strategy, and your expectations, throughout the interview process. Please also note, the Clinton Foundation prides itself on offering a generous benefits package at little to no cost to employees - take a look at our </span><a href="https://www.clintonfoundation.org/careers/employee-benefits/"><span data-contrast="none">benefits page</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">, so you can get a full picture of our total rewards offerings.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About the Clinton Foundation</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Building on a lifetime of public service, President Clinton established the Clinton Foundation on the simple belief that everyone deserves a chance to succeed, everyone has a responsibility to act, and we all do better when we work together. For nearly two decades, that premise has energized the work of the Foundation in overcoming complex challenges and improving the lives of people across the United States and around the world.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">As an operating foundation, we work on issues directly or with strategic partners from the business, government, and nonprofit sectors to create economic opportunity, improve public health, and inspire civic engagement and service. Our programs are designed to make a real difference today while serving as proven models for tomorrow. The goal of every effort is to use available resources to get better results faster – at the lowest possible cost.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">We firmly believe that when diverse groups of people bring resources together in the spirit of true cooperation, transformative ideas will emerge to drive life-changing action.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Learn more at http://www.clintonfoundation.org, </span><span data-contrast="auto">on Facebook at </span><span data-contrast="auto">Facebook.com/ClintonFoundation and on Twitter @ClintonFdn.</span> </p>
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