Executive Director, Executive Alliance for Boys and Men of Color

Department

Executive Operations

Reports to

President and CEO

Location

Fully Remote

FLSA Status

Exempt

The Executive Alliance for Boys and Men of Color

The Executive Alliance for Boys and Men of Color is an alliance of philanthropic CEOs that are invested in working to improve life outcomes for boys and men of color. The Executive Alliance was started in 2014 and its work has yielded tremendous networks and learnings, including initiatives focused on collective actions, sustained capacity building, and place-based strategies. In July 2024, the Schott Foundation agreed to be the fiscal manager of the Executive Alliance as the focus of the work shifts to making catalytic investments in a series of relevant campaigns bonded by a common “north star” to increase the life expectancy of boys and men of color. As it moves into its next phase, the Executive Alliance is looking for a director to manage and lead the work, including program development, fundraising, engagement, and strategy.

Benefits and Compensation

Schott Foundation offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, FSA/HRA benefits, vacation and paid holidays, a retirement plan with employer contributions after 18 months of employment, and other benefits. The starting salary is expected to be $150,000-$175,000, depending on experience.

Position Overview

The Executive Alliance is seeking an Executive Director who will lead and manage initiatives that support the empowerment, success, and efforts to increase the life expectancy of boys and men of color. The role involves strategic grantmaking, partnership development, and program evaluation to support outcomes in education, health and wellness, and economic security for boys and men of color. The Executive Director for the Executive Alliance will report directly to the Schott Foundation President and CEO, while also working closely with the EA Steering Committee.

Responsibilities

Program Development & Management (45%)

• Design, implement, and oversee strategic investments focused on improving life outcomes and the life expectancy of boys and men of color.
• Monitor and evaluate grantee performance and program impact using data-informed strategies.
• Partner with and manage consultants (communications and strategy) to support holistic program implementation.
• Manage budget and operations reports and updates to EA Steering Committee and philanthropic stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and scaling of effective models.
• Grantmaking & Portfolio Management: Develop and manage a portfolio of grants or funded projects supporting boys and men of color.
• Ensure compliance with foundation/nonprofit grant policies and goals.

Fundraising and Philanthropic Engagement (40%)

• Generate funding partnerships to support EA’s grantmaking and investment strategies.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, advocacy groups, educational institutions, and civic leaders.
• Represent the organization at conferences, panels, and community events.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on issues affecting boys and men of color.

Strategy & Research (10%)

• Stay informed on research and policy affecting boys and men of color across education and health and economic security.
• Support strategic planning and contribute to sector learning around issues impacting boys and men of color.

Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

• Other duties as assigned by the President and CEO.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public policy, education, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in fundraising, donor cultivation, nonprofit program management, philanthropy, education, or community development.
• Deep understanding of systemic issues impacting boys and men of color with a demonstrated commitment to equity and justice.
• Strong communication, project management, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with grants management, program evaluation, and community-based partnerships.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a mission-driven environment.

Preferred

• Lived experience and/or demonstrated cultural competence with boys and men of color.
• Familiarity with grantmaking or asset-based community development.

Travel

The Schott Team currently operates virtually with staff located throughout the United States. This position is expected to travel to staff retreats and board meetings up to four times a year.

Physical Demands and Work Environment Factors

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will sit for long periods of time and may use repetitive wrist and hand motions involved in typing and computer work as well as in sorting and handling documents. The employee is regularly required to reach, with hands and arms, and engage in light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision as the employee will have close visual contact with a computer monitor daily.

Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at the Schott Foundation for Public Education, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.

How to apply:

• This search is managed by Tammy Dowley-Blackman Group, LLC. Please send materials and questions to hiring@tdbgroup.com with the subject line: Executive Director of EA.
• Your cover letter should highlight your (1) experience in program development and evaluation, (2) experience in fundraising and philanthropic engagement, and (3) understanding systemic issues impacting boys and men of color.

The recruitment is open until filled and materials will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The priority review deadline for applications is Tuesday, August 19, 2025.