The Director will report to the Board of Directors and is responsible for the leadership of APFK. The Director will participate with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organization and will be responsible for implementing the vision.
The Director’s responsibilities:
Develop an operational and strategic plan which incorporates the goals and objectives of APFK
Oversee the efficient and effective daily operation of the organization
Oversee contracts with the Health Department, Department for the Aging, amongst others
Recruit, interview and select staff that have the right educational and personal abilities to help further APFK’s mission.
Additionally, director will oversee development of professional staff
Research funding sources, oversee the development of fund raising plans and write funding proposals to increase the
funds of the organization
Manage administration of organization’s finances – work closely with the board, bookkeeper, and accountant
Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with community groups, partnering
organizations, funders, parents, and school personnel
Organize and manage volunteers and interns from partnering organizations (AAYC, NYU, etc.)
Job Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Education or Social Sciences
Minimum of two years teaching experience (ages 5+), including one year in a supervisory capacity
Budget management experience required
Ability and willingness to write grant proposals
Proficiency with computers and standard productivity tools (MS Word, MS Excel required / Quickbooks preferred)
Minimum of two years administration experience preferred
Fundraising experience preferred
Bi-lingual Chinese skills preferred
Salary is commensurate with experience. If you are interested in applying, please email your cover letter and resume to info@aplaceforkidsny.org. (Equal Opportunity Employer)