Chief Impact Officer

Job Description

Scion Executive Search (www.scionexecutivesearch.com), a national retained nonprofit executive search firm, has been engaged to conduct the search for a Chief Impact Officer for our client, Worldreader, an international organization changing literacy by providing access to educational services and technology across the world.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Worldreader is a nonprofit on a mission to bring digital books to every child and her family, so that they can improve their lives. Every month over half a million people use Worldreader’s library of 40,000 e-books to read in 40 languages. Our readers come from countries such as Ethiopia, Nigeria, India and Philippines. We are a high performing and enthusiastic team whose members have grown corporations from million-dollar levels to billion-dollar levels, cycled across the United States and swum across the Straits of Gibraltar to raise $100,000 for Worldreader.

THE JOB:

This is a new position in the Executive Team to lead an energetic and motivated team to achieve our mission and impact. The Chief of Impact plays a key leadership role at Worldreader. S/he will report to the CEO and manages a team of Program Directors and support staff. The Chief of Impact will be a key advisor to the CEO and other leadership. Leveraging her/his experience in international development, the Chief of Impact will lead the design and implementation of Worldreader’s Programs, driving deep and lasting impact. S/he will work within the Impact Team and across Worldreader departments to build consensus on the organization’s overall strategy, support organizational growth, and staff professional development. This position is for direct-hire and will be located in San Francisco, CA.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 12-15+ years of experience in international development, educational, or technology organizations, including at least 10 years of previous experience working at the executive level at a mix of both for profit and non-profit organizations.
• Extensive experience designing, developing, and implementing programs funded by bilateral and multilateral funders, particularly USAID and DFID
• Extensive experience managing large teams (20+ members) across diverse geographies and building a strong culture of professional development and mentorship.
• Demonstrated knowledge of innovation, technology, and strong business acumen are essential characteristics of the right candidate.
• Master’s Degree degree in a relevant discipline.
• Deep understanding of nonprofit finances and compliance issues.
• Knowledge of basic monitoring and evaluation principles. Experience designing, implementing and/or overseeing M&E frameworks is highly desirable.
• Extensive cross-cultural experience, including time spent living in the Global South and/or teaching in low-resource environments.
• Experience working in education technology in the developing world is an asset.
• Experience working with a range of stakeholders, from local grassroots partners to large multinational NGOs, and multi- and bilateral funding agencies.
• Structured and organized, but a creative thinker.
• Demonstrated experience in creating an inclusive workplace.
• Ability to travel internationally and domestically up to 50%.

SALARY & BENEFITS:
This position offers a friendly and rapidly scaling atmosphere, a solutions based team, a competitive starting base salary (depending on experience), a robust benefits package and a job you will love! The Worldreader office is just a few blocks away from Civic Center Station.

HOW TO APPLY:
All those interested should send their resume and a cover letter describing their interest to Braden Busch, Managing Partner at executive@scionstaffing.com. We look forward to reviewing your qualifications.

Worldreader is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our client has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and to maintaining working and learning environments that reinforces these practices. We welcome and encourage applications from women, minorities, people of color, veterans, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQI community.

ABOUT OUR FIRM:

Scion Executive Search is a retained executive search firm connecting executive nonprofit leadership to nonprofit organizations and foundations across the country. Cultivated in the nonprofit sector, we provide expert search strategies and leadership for your organization. Our executive candidates are true agents for change, and we are experts at matching their talents, motivations, and passions to your organization’s mission. Scion Executive Search has led hundreds of successful executive searches. Information about our firm and successes can be found online at www.scionexecutivesearch.com.

Scion Executive Search is an equal opportunity service provider committed to not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief. Scion Executive Search is committed to the principals of Equal Opportunity Employment and is dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent.