Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Organizational Overview: Community Missions, Inc. (CMI) is a nonprofit, religious organization that is proud to be considered Niagara County's largest private provider of basic human needs and of varied mental health & recovery services. CMI works to improve the quality of life and well-being of Niagara County Community and has programming geared to address the needs of adults and youth experiencing economic hardship. We advance equity and social justice by advocating for public policies that combat poverty, promote dignity, belonging and empowerment, and strengthen the social safety net. 

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate candidate to join our executive team as the Social Impact Director. This position will play a crucial role in developing and implementing innovative programs, partnerships, and advocacy plans to advance our social impact.

Position Overview: The Director of Social Impact is responsible for developing and overseeing CMI’s community impact strategy and outcome measurements; designing, managing and evaluating program and advocacy portfolios; and stewarding and cultivating strategic corporate and community partnerships to advance the agency’s mission and community presence.

The ideal candidate has demonstrated experience leading people and change; is a systems thinker with broad knowledge and a strong understanding of public policy, philanthropy, and program design; has a successful track record of building coalitions and partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and, possesses a deep and genuine commitment to advancing equity and social justice.

The position reports to the President & CEO.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy & Program Impact:

• Develop and oversee our social impact and advocacy strategies, ensuring alignment CMI’s mission, vision, values and goals;
• Lead the conceptualization, planning, development and execution of innovative programs and initiatives that advance CMI’s social impact;
• Set meaningful and measurable short and long-term Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess CMI’s social impact and effectiveness;
• Oversee impact analysis and evolve strategies, approaches and programs as necessary based on learnings or changes in community needs;
• Develop reporting capabilities and generate communications, providing internal and external audiences with a comprehensive and accurate picture of our impact;

Strategic Partnerships, Community Engagement and Relationship Building:

• Lead engagement, partnerships, and advocacy with key external stakeholders, including program partners, corporate partners, civic leaders and policy makers to advance the agency’s community presence, impact and leadership;

Team Leadership:

• Provide strategic guidance and collaboration to CMI’s staff in establishing and aligning cross-departmental goals, objectives, processes and reporting to advance our impact;
• Support fundraising and other revenue-generating efforts to sustain initiatives and launch new programming;
• Work closely with the Operations team to oversee smooth execution of programs and initiatives;
• Foster a positive and inclusive work culture that encourages collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of management level-experience in Nonprofit Management, Public Policy, Community Organizing, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), or related discipline;
• Proven ability to build effective relationships and influence internal and external entities of all levels;
• Demonstrated success in building, implementing and evolving high impact programs;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively represent MNRS to the public;
• Analytic mindset with the ability to leverage data for decision-making and measurement of outcomes;
• Passionate about social change, equity, and creating a positive impact on society;
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, fluid and dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities effectively.

Company Description

Community Missions of Niagara Frontier, Inc. (CMI) has provided a unique blend of services to address the needs of the Niagara community since its founding in 1925.

The agency serves a diverse set of populations including youth, adults, families, homeless, juvenile justice involved youth, youth and adults with psychiatric challenges, persons living with HIV/AIDS, trafficked youth and adults, and ex-offender parole individuals. In general, CMI serves a vulnerable population of individuals that, through a variety of circumstances, have been marginalized, overlooked and challenging in their presentations and behaviors.

Mission Statement
Community Missions provides integrated human services that meet people where they are and help them find and elevate their place in the world.

Community Missions’ Benefits:
Competitive pay with generous paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Agency contribution to health insurance plans (includes domestic partnerships)

Employee-contributable 403(B) retirement plans & supplemental insurances

Training, certification, and supervision for licensure opportunities

Strong internal promotion potential

Free parking at all work sites

Employee wellness programs

Staff appreciation and recognition events

Honored as one of WNY’s Healthiest Employers

Apply Today:
Make a direct impact in your community by joining a team that values care, compassion, and commitment.

Company Description

Community Missions of Niagara Frontier, Inc. (CMI) has provided a unique blend of services to address the needs of the Niagara community since its founding in 1925.\r\n\r\nThe agency serves a diverse set of populations including youth, adults, families, homeless, juvenile justice involved youth, youth and adults with psychiatric challenges, persons living with HIV/AIDS, trafficked youth and adults, and ex-offender parole individuals. In general, CMI serves a vulnerable population of individuals that, through a variety of circumstances, have been marginalized, overlooked and challenging in their presentations and behaviors.\r\n\r\nMission Statement\r\nCommunity Missions provides integrated human services that meet people where they are and help them find and elevate their place in the world.\r\n\r\nCommunity Missions’ Benefits:\r\nCompetitive pay with generous paid time off\r\n\r\nFlexible scheduling\r\n\r\nAgency contribution to health insurance plans (includes domestic partnerships)\r\n\r\nEmployee-contributable 403(B) retirement plans & supplemental insurances\r\n\r\nTraining, certification, and supervision for licensure opportunities\r\n\r\nStrong internal promotion potential\r\n\r\nFree parking at all work sites\r\n\r\nEmployee wellness programs\r\n\r\nStaff appreciation and recognition events\r\n\r\nHonored as one of WNY’s Healthiest Employers\r\n\r\nApply Today:\r\nMake a direct impact in your community by joining a team that values care, compassion, and commitment.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Flexible hours,

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