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PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Job Summary:

The Program Director oversees the development, implementation, and strategic growth of US theatre arts

programming to youth from under-resourced communities in the Los Angeles area. The Program Director leads the artistic and educational vision of US’s programs in LA County schools, parks, and with community-based nonprofits. Develops program policies and assessment practices to ensure strategic goals, academic growth, and social-emotional standards and guidelines are adhered to, and residencies and performances are

of the highest quality. Hires, develops, and supervises Program Managers and keeps senior management informed with detailed and accurate reports or presentations. Contributes significant leadership in program partnership development, strategic planning, and executive-level decision-making. Position reports to the Executive Director.

How To Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to jobs@theunusualsuspects.org. Include in the subject line of your email “Program Director Application”. No calls, please.

ADVANCEMENT DIRECTOR

Job Summary:

The Advancement Director (AD) is a core member of the senior leadership team of an organization with an unparalleled track record of transforming communities by empowering, enriching, and educating underserved youth and their families through original and collaborative theatre.

Reporting to the Executive Director and serving as a key member of the organization’s leadership team, the AD is responsible for ensuring the successful growth and sustainability of the organization. The AD will lead a high-performing development and communications team, working collaboratively across the organization to build and institutionalize a culture of philanthropy. Additionally, the AD will be responsible for the design
and implementation of a comprehensive development plan, meeting ambitious fundraising goals, and
engaging with the community through fundraising activities.

The AD is an experienced development professional who thrives in a highly collaborative, entrepreneurial, diverse, and inclusive culture. Further, they bring strong experience scaling corporate, foundation, and individual donor programs, building internal infrastructure and working effectively across a complex organization. The position is responsible for increasing annual fundraising for the organization through foundation and government funding as well as individual and corporate giving. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a deep philanthropic portfolio that can develop new ideas for funding and seek sustainable partnerships.

How To Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to jobs@theunusualsuspects.org. Include in the subject line of your email “Advancement Director Application”. No calls, please.

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