Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Literacy Partners
Job overview
The Chief Administrative Officer at Literacy Partners is a key executive role responsible for overseeing financial systems, people and culture, and organizational operations to support the mission of advancing literacy.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing financial planning, budgeting, audits, vendor payments, people and culture functions such as recruitment and HR policies, IT systems, legal compliance, and board finance committee activities.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an annual salary range of $145,000-$155,000 with benefits including vacation, personal days, paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision plans, retirement plan match, life and disability insurance, and pre-tax benefit programs.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a bachelor's degree, at least seven years of professional experience including nonprofit financial leadership, proficiency in nonprofit accounting and G-Suite, strong communication, detail orientation, and leadership experience with diverse teams.
Work environment and culture
Literacy Partners promotes a people-centered culture of joy, belonging, equity, and inclusion, supporting a multilingual workforce and a hybrid work environment with office presence two days a week.
Company information
Literacy Partners is a nonprofit advancing literacy across generations to create social and economic opportunities, with a mission focused on underserved communities.
Team overview
The Chief Administrative Officer reports to the CEO and is part of the executive leadership team, collaborating with staff and the board of directors.
Job location and travel
The job is located in New York, NY, with a hybrid work model requiring office presence at least two days per week.
Application process
Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume via email to the CEO with the job title in the subject line; no phone calls; applications accepted until filled.
Unique job features
The role includes leadership of the board's finance committee, involvement in strategic planning, and managing large government grant compliance, distinguishing it from similar roles.
Company overview
Literacy Partners is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving adult literacy and language skills, empowering individuals to achieve their educational and career goals. They offer free classes and workshops in reading, writing, and English language proficiency, primarily serving low-income communities. The organization generates revenue through donations, grants, and partnerships with other nonprofits and educational institutions. Founded in 1973, Literacy Partners has a long history of addressing educational inequities and has evolved to incorporate digital learning tools to expand its reach and impact.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your leadership in nonprofit financial management, budgeting, and operational oversight, emphasizing experience with audits, grant compliance, and nonprofit accounting systems.
Emphasize your skills in financial planning, vendor management, staff credit card oversight, and your ability to improve financial and administrative systems, along with your commitment to equity and inclusion in workplace culture.
Apply through multiple channels including Literacy Partners' official website, the email address job@literacypartners.org as specified, and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with executive leadership and finance or HR team members at Literacy Partners, using ice breakers like commenting on their commitment to literacy advancement or asking about their approach to fostering a people-centered culture.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'nonprofit financial management,' 'budgeting,' 'audit,' 'grant compliance,' 'people and culture,' 'equity and inclusion,' and 'operational oversight' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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