Hybrid Head of Strategy

at Magic Cabinet

• Job title: Head of Strategy
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $200,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Cloud
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Bay Area, United States

About the role

• Head of Strategy leading ongoing development and implementation of program initiatives at Magic Cabinet philanthropic foundation. Collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive impactful solutions.

Responsibilities

• The Head of Strategy will lead the ongoing development, refinement and implementation of Magic Cabinets’ program initiatives and will be a thought partner to the Director of Philanthropic Solutions, while also working with the CEO to support activities that hold all leaders in the organization accountable to meeting stated strategic goals.
• Applying the principles of entrepreneurial philanthropy to solve the challenging hurdles faced by our partners and investors, the Head of Strategy will require collaboration across multiple sectors to design non-traditional solutions that can be scaled and sustained.
• The Head of Strategy will shape and manage an investment portfolio that leads to scalable impact.
• In addition, the Head of Strategy will represent Magic Cabinet as an external voice and thought partner to a wide range of organizations and individuals - corporate, philanthropic, political, nonprofit, and others - to ensure the Foundation achieves its internal and external facing objectives.
• The Head of Strategy will report to Magic Cabinet’s CEO and manage a team of program and philanthropic solutions leaders in multiple locations.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in a nonprofit or community-based organization
• Ideal background leading a complex set of programs and services
• Management experience gained in a mission-driven or family-owned organization in philanthropy and foundation funding, with knowledge of private foundation activities and compliance preferred
• Experience in program development, implementation, and program evaluation to continuously improve program practice and effectiveness
• Experience and success at building sustainable and effective partnerships with funders, other nonprofit partners, and community organizations toward common goals and objectives
• Experience and success in building long-range plans and associated strategies that position an organization for growth
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a team builder, coach, and mentor with an ability to energize and engage staff
• Proven business acumen. Solid background in fiscal management, including budgeting, forecasting, revenue generation, and reporting.
• Fluent understanding of financial management and federal, state, and local compliance practices for nonprofits. An ability to understand financial reports, apply data to assess business effectiveness and efficiency, and make fiscally responsible decisions.
• Proficiency with public speaking and presentations and representing the organization in various community settings
• Understanding of leading an organization through change and transition
• Commitment to equity and inclusion
• Understanding of budget development and management, and financial requirements for private foundations
• Knowledge of compliance nuances unique to a private foundation
• Experience developing innovative projects focused on systemic change
• Strong computer and organizational skills
• Experience using cloud based project management tools and Google Drive
• Experience working independently and with minimal oversight
• Able to establish trust, communicate directly and clearly
• A passion for racial, social, environmental and economic justice
• Experience working with culturally, economically, and racially diverse groups
• Comfortable presenting in front of groups, excellent interpersonal, writing, and verbal communication skills, including public speaking skills
• Strong internet-based research skills
• Proficiency in a non-English language(s) is a plus

Benefits

• Medical insurance is covered at 100% for you 90% for your dependents
• Generous dental and vision care stipend for you and your dependents
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Potential to earn a 401(k) bonus each year
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Parental leave program
• The ability to work from the office or home
• Home office stipend for internet and other home office needs
• Foundation-paid continuing education and networking opportunities