Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Stop AAPI Hate Initiative / AACARES Co-Executive Director, the SAH Educational Equity Program Lead provides program leadership of strategic nature through program and organizational unit planning activities and the analysis, development, and evaluation of highly complex programs with broad impact.
Work duties involve, but is not limited to, supervising and training research assistants, student workers, and interns; delegating work and ensuring project end-deliverables;
strategic planning; stakeholder communications; creating infrastructure processes for the program; and leading day-to-day operations of the program.
Position Information
Program Management
Under general direction of the Co-Executive Director, lead SAH’s Educational Equity Program. Assess, formulate, and evaluate the impact of recommended or implemented policies from a strategic and operational perspective.
Build and develop Stop AAPI Hate Initiative / AACARES organizational and SAH coalition’s vision for Education Equity, articulating analyses through a racial justice and civil rights framework
Evaluate and develop key objectives and longer term goals of the Educational Equity Program with high visibility or broad impact within and outside the organization
Analyzes and manages program effectiveness.
Research
Independently identify and provide strategy for project and priorities. Work is reviewed against overall goals and objectives, with full accountability for results
Train research assistants and student Interns on research skills and procedures for Stop AAPI Hate reports, such as coding of qualitative data and statistical analysis of quantitative data
Lead research assistants and interns on developing technical assistance program and resources on Ethnic Studies
Conducts research, including survey techniques, operations and systems analysis, statistical and research methods, and the ability to interpret and evaluate results
Administrative Operations
Serve as the prime contact for the top AAPI Hate and Stop AAPI Hate Initiative / AACARES in educational equity. May manage relationships with outside entities or agencies and manage sensitive information and situations
Manages day-to-day program operations and provide direction to other program staff, research assistants, and student workers, and be accountable for results based on objectives
At all times :
Demonstrate behaviors that are in line with the User Friendly Principles (P530C) and
Principles of Conduct for a Multi-Cultural University (P30D)
Demonstrate safe work practices for oneself, others and the office environment
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Entry to this classification requires general knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and / or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods.
This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree and / or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and / or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs.
- Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply extensive expertise to complex programs and / or administrative specialties, including pertinent laws and regulations.
- Demonstrated expertise in and advanced knowledge of the principles, problems, and methods of public and business administration and operational and fiscal management.
- Expertise in administrative survey techniques, operations and systems analysis, statistical and research methods, and the ability to interpret and evaluate results to develop sound conclusions and recommend new or revised policies.
- Ability to understand problems from a broad, interactive perspective and discern applicable underlying principles to conceive of and develop strategic solutions.
- Ability to work with representatives from public and private entities and handle potentially sensitive situations. Demonstrated consultative skills in working with internal and external constituent groups.
- Ability to effectively present ideas and concepts in written or presentation format and use consultative and facilitation skills to gain consensus
Preferred Qualifications
Masters in Asian American Studies, Ethnic Studies, or related field
Experience providing program management with duties for a non-profit organization
Experience in conducting and reporting on research and leading a team
Proven experience in a supervisor role
Ability to work independently with use of best judgment
Excellent communication, organization and presentation skills. Ability to represent Stop AAPI Hate to constituenties and to develop good working relationships internally and externally.
Experience in developing resources, budgets, and marketing plans for educational programs and acting as a liason with the community.
Apply sound judgment in the development of policies and procedures related to issues frequently not covered by existing policies and procedures.
Employ SF State precedents and policies to guide development activities may be available for reference
Expertise in investigating and analyzing problems with a broad administrative impact and implications. Ability to anticipate problems and address them proactively
Working knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis and techniques
Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work
in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, assign priorities, and delegate appropriately to meet deadlines. Experience in developing and managing budgets.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Highly detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to multitask
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality with information
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