Director Operations, Core Foundation

About Core Foundation

Core Foundation is a public charity and 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. The Foundation's mission is to financially support underserved and nontraditional students pursuing workforce development and industry-specific credentials through its Bridge to Prosperity program.

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Operations to oversee the strategic planning and day-to-day management of Core Education Foundation (CFE). The ideal candidate will be instrumental in fostering operational excellence and ensuring the efficient delivery of our educational programs and services.  

What you'll do

  1. Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement strategic plans that align with the foundation's mission, vision, and goals. 

  1. Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations of the foundation, including budgeting, staffing, and resource allocation. 

  1. Financial Management: Monitor financial performance and ensure compliance with budgetary guidelines and regulatory requirements. 

  1. Reporting and Evaluation: Prepare regular reports on financial and foundation operational performance and evaluate the effectiveness of processes and procedures.  

  1. Process Building Optimization: Develop an infrastructure for processes and procedures that can be utilized within the Foundation for operational and financial growth 

  1. Foundation Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including donors, partners, and beneficiaries to support the foundation’s objectives. 

  1. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate operational risks, implementing appropriate controls and measures to safeguard organizational assets and interests. 

  1. Technology Integration: Leverage technology solutions to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and support innovation in educational delivery. 

  1. Program Management: Manage foundation programs and initiatives, ensuring they are executed efficiently and meet intended outcomes. 

  1. Collaboration: Collaborate with affiliate entities, Core Education Services PBC, and its clients and drive towards aligned outcomes.  

 
 

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field; master’s degree or CPA preferred. 

  • At least 7+ years of finance or operations experience, 3+ in a managerial role 

  • Proven experience in operations management, preferably in the education sector or a related field. 

  • Strong leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams towards achieving common goals. 

  • Strong ability to roll up sleeves and build/develop processes and procedures  

  • Strong familiarization with QuickBooks, as well as other supporting financial platforms 

  • Clear accounting knowledge and background to perform data entries, journal entries, monthly reconciliations, and prepare financial reports 

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify challenges, develop creative solutions, and make data-driven decisions. 

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills keeping in mind the mission of the Foundation and communicating from a non-profit perspective  

  • Familiarity with educational technology platforms and tools is a plus. 

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment within a hyper-growth environment and adapt to changing priorities and requirements. 

Office of CEO

Remote (United States)

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