About SMASH
SMASH is committed to increasing racial equity in K-12 computer science (CS) education and the next generation of our workforce by building interest, knowledge, and aspirations in computing among underrepresented identities in the field.
After operating for more than 20 years and inspiring thousands of students of color to pursue careers in STEM, the SMASH Board has spent the better part of 2022-2023 reimagining SMASH in alignment with educational and economic shifts.
In this next phase of the organization, SMASH aspires to engage even more students from underrepresented backgrounds through a more intensively CS-focused curriculum and across a wider variety of formats. Innovative in-person and virtual programs aim to provide early exposure to CS concepts and careers to students of all ages, with deep-impact programming specifically for high school students.
Programming will continue to center on SMASH Academy, a three-week, cost-free, residential on-campus summer experience which helps students develop critical thinking, civic and social awareness, and leadership skills. Initially available at five partner sites across the country, this next phase of Academy supports rising 11th and 12th graders in developing CS skills and credentials.
With the support of partners, SMASH plans to offer additional in-person experiences for high school and college students with Hackathons/Open Innovation Challenges, which will provide early exposure to computer science (CS), empower youth to address pressing community challenges through CS, design thinking and rapid prototyping.
To bring the SMASH experience to a national audience, we also plan to develop digital programs to support students nationwide in developing their CS knowledge and support their college and career navigation journey. SMASH digital resources will be open to students nationwide, while in-person programming serves students throughout the Bay Area, greater Atlanta, Detroit, and Boston regions.
This is a pivotal time for SMASH as SMASH builds on the success of our programs. Working at SMASH is about rapid growth, grit, personal commitment, accountability, and courage to challenge the status quo. If you have what it takes to change the computer science landscape, we want to hear from you.SMASH is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization operating under the umbrella of the Kapor Center family of organizations.
Position Description
SMASH is seeking a seasoned and well-networked Chief Development Officer (CDO) with a track record of raising funds from a variety of sources. The CDO is responsible for designing, leading, and implementing SMASH’s philanthropic development program. The CDO will meet an annual fundraising goal of $7-8M from corporate, individual, and foundation sources, setting and meeting appropriately ambitious growth targets. The CDO reports to the CEO, SMASH.
SMASH is headquartered in Oakland, CA, though the incumbent may be fully remote. Substantial travel is required. Fundraising responsibilities for national and regional programming rest in Detroit, Atlanta, Boston and the Bay Area.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy
Donor Management
Development Events & Campaigns
Team Leadership
The Ideal Candidate will Have/Be:
Compensation
Salary range: $185,000 - $200,000.
Benefits
SMASH offers competitive compensation, and excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life/disability insurance, 401(k), professional development stipend, paid time off, volunteer time, flexible spending accounts (i.e. parking, transit, medical and dependent care), and student loan repayment. Our collaborative office is located in Oakland’s dynamic Uptown District.
We are seeking candidates with a personal commitment to equity, social justice, and innovation--values that are embedded in our culture. We are committed to representation and inclusion, and we welcome applicants with diverse perspectives, identities, and backgrounds.
Development
Remote (United States)
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