ABOUT BLACK GIRLS CODE

Launched in 2011, Black Girls CODE (BGC) is devoted to showing the world that black girls can code, and do so much more. By reaching out to the community through workshops and after school programs,Black Girls CODE introduces computer programming and technology to girls from underrepresented communities in technology areas such as web design, robotics, gaming, mobile app development and more. By cultivating the next generation of coders we hope to grow the number of women of color in technology and give underrepresented girls a chance to become the future leaders in technology and the masters of their technological worlds. We thrive on working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. We represent a diversity of backgrounds, a wealth of experience and a lot of fun.

POSITION

Black Girls CODE is much more than just a coding organization- this is a movement! We are looking for a visionary and focused leader to join us during this exciting period of expansive growth. Our West Coast Regional Director will play a key role on the Black Girls CODE team as we scale our programs across the West Coast and beyond. We’re looking for a proven leader, change agent and innovator to help us build sustainable chapters and expand our presence and impact in our West and Mid-West Chapters.

We are looking with someone with a deep passion for tech diversity and inclusion and a strong sense of creating positive change in the world through social impact work. The successful candidate for this role must have proven leadership ability in an established organization with key management experience leading teams and work groups. This position will work from our Bay Area office and report directly to our Executive Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES

● Responsible for supervising regional program staff and overseeing development, implementation, evaluation, research, and continuous improvement of our programs on the West Coast (CA, AZ, WA, etc)

● Ensure program alignment across all regional sites and locations to organizational goals and objectives

● Support the operations of the regional chapters, including helping to manage logistics around our workshops, lead fundraising and development efforts, manage budgeting and planning for regional programs, and serve as the liaison between local volunteer teams, corporate partners, community partners, and headquarters staff

● Participate in regional affinity groups and technology events, as appropriate, to enhance BGC’s regional impact and presence

● Work collaboratively with SF headquarters staff to execute our organizational vision and strategy for inspiring and empowering young women of color to embrace technology as creators and innovators

● Utilize data to track and report program performance and progress and identify areas of improvement to promote organizational growth across the region and nationally

QUALIFICATIONS

This is an extraordinary opportunity to be part of a small and growing team in a dynamic startup environment. The position offers great potential for learning and affords real opportunity to have a tangible impact on communities across the country.

REQUIREMENTS

BS/BA Required; MA/PhD

10-15 years experience in an executive or management role OR 8 years of related university experience in a STEM field or Education;

Experience working in a fast paced nonprofit or startup environment with a focus on developing and scaling programs preferred;

Exceptional organizational skills and ability to balance multiple priorities in a constantly changing environment;

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience in such mediums as grant proposals, emails, blogs, web copy and social media; exceptional attention to detail;

Proven ability to build and leverage relationships with diverse audiences and partners;

Experience cultivating internal and external constituencies and building long-term relationships to achieve broad, mutually satisfying goals;

High cultural competence with experience serving diverse populations and disengaged youth from under-resourced communities;

Integrity, maturity, credibility, and a demonstrated commitment to BGC’s mission;

Travel required 30-40%; frequent

Benefits and Salary

Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience. In addition, BGC offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision plan. BGC employees are eligible for paid vacation, sick time, 10+ paid holidays per year, and a flexible work environment.

An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Diversity

Black Girls CODE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and as an organization committed to diversity and the perspective of all voices, we consider applicants equally of race, gender, color, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, political affiliation and national origin. We reasonably accommodate staff members and/or applicants with disabilities, provided they are otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job.

How to apply

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and references to future@blackgirlscode.com with “Regional Director-West Coast” in the subject line and complete the position assessment at the following link: http://bit.ly/1OYRpry

Position open immediately.