Senior Vice President, M/W/DBE Program & Opportunities New York, New York, United States

New York, New York, United States

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Our Vision : To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses.

Our Mission : Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

Position Overview : The Senior Vice President of MWDBE Program & Opportunities is responsible for oversight, policy, and interdepartmental / interagency coordination, including the development and implementation of all NYCEDC’s M / W / DBE programs and the expansion of all related opportunities.

This position reports directly to the Executive Vice President of Equity and Community Impact of NYCEDC. The M / W / DBE Program is an essential component of the organization’s plan to create and expand equity and inclusion in NYCEDC’s projects and programs.

Leadership

• Partner with Department Leaders across the Corporation to encourage and increase M / W / DBE participation and engagement for NYCEDC projects, programs, and initiatives.
• Research, develop, and negotiate M / WBE participation goals with project sponsors or entities with County contracts.
• Act as liaison for the Corporation at City Hall, government agencies, and other external partners through meetings, hearings, etc.
• Plan, implement, coordinate and monitor the NYCEDC’s M / WBE Program.
• Perform outreach to the M / WBE vendor community and connect the community with programs and initiatives that will help them succeed.
• Report on the program to oversight agencies, including the Mayor’s Office of M / WBE.
• Lead and develop policies, practices, and overall direction of NYCEDC’s M / W / DBE programs to ensure greater equity and inclusion in all aspects of the Corporation.
• Make policy recommendations regarding process improvements to reach Citywide goals.
• Ensure that staff continuously receive necessary updates and training to successfully complete their work.

Procurement

• Lead staff and NYCEDC in the full array of procurement activities related to M / WBE utilization, ensuring compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Manage the process of ensuring compliance with M / WBE Utilization Goals in Contracts.
• Develop and maintain subject matter expertise in laws concerning M / WBE utilization.
• Implement NYCEDC's Policy of using M / WBE vendors for small purchases.
• Manage the M / WBE goals setting process in contracts.

Data Compliance

• Compose summary reports detailing the status of M / WBE and DBE compliance activities.
• Oversee the monitoring, tracking, and reporting of NYCEDC’s M / W / DBE performance.
• Gather and synthesize information from various sources and communicate effectively to decision-makers.
• Extract, review, and assess complex data sets pertaining to the NYCEDC's M / WBE utilization trends.
• Develop and implement the NYCEDC's annual M / WBE Utilization Plan.

Capacity Building

• Actively participate in networking events sponsored by other agencies or organizations.
• Develop and implement outreach plans to connect with M / WBEs and colleagues from other City Agencies.
• Establish and nurture relationships with M / W / DBEs and small business organizations.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Public or Business Administration, Economics, the Social Sciences, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience working with M / W / DBE programs; familiarity with state and / or federal laws and regulations regarding M / WBE requirements.
• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant full-time professional experience in recruitment and outreach activities, strategic planning, or public policy.
• Minimum of 3+ years of direct government contracting experience with deep knowledge of M / WBE program and procurement principles.
• Demonstrated presentation, writing, and organizational skills with an ability to communicate effectively with relevant stakeholders and partners.
• Advanced strategic thinking, operations, quantitative / qualitative skills.
• Ability to determine specific tasks and assignments to be performed and handle new and unusual problems.
• Ability to provide leadership, program direction, and policy guidance to managers, staff, and others involved in carrying out assigned activities.
• Experience working with small companies, community groups, trade associations, and / or City agencies.
• Demonstrated ability in managing, developing, and mentoring staff.
• New York City residency is required within 180 days of hire.

Salary Range : $175,000 - $180,000 USD

About Us : New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies : strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business;

grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city’s future economy.

NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives :

• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans.
• Vision and hearing benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Short term and long-term disability coverage.
• 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage.
• Up to 25 vacation days.
• Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays.
• Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks.
• Retirement savings programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement program.
• Continuing education and professional development.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support.
• Employee discounts through Plum Benefits, Student Loan Servicing tools, and more.

Benefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation.

These benefits are subject to modification at any time, at the discretion of the organization.

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce.

For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc.

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