Join Our Team
The OLC is in an exciting phase of strategic growth and organizational development to deepen our impact as an innovative, effective, and sustainable literacy hub for Oakland. Our passionate and entrepreneurial team is committed to fostering collaboration and continuous learning internally and across our network to advance our mission. Our passionate and talented team of seven takes pride in fostering a positive culture of excellence, collaboration, continuous learning, and accountability in line with our guiding beliefs and values.
OPEN POSITIONS
Director of Finance and Operations (Hybrid)
The Oakland Literacy Coalition (OLC) is seeking a Director of Finance & Operations to play a pivotal role in shaping and sustaining the financial and operational health of our organization. As a member of the senior leadership team and the sole, full-time staff member dedicated to finance and operations, you will partner closely with the Executive Director, collaborate with other staff on budgeting and planning, and work with external contractors and vendors for bookkeeping, payroll, and HR administration.
This is a hands-on, senior role that combines 60% finance and 40% operations, balancing strategic vision with tactical execution. You will serve as a strategic thought partner to the Executive Director and drive the development of infrastructure to support our long-term sustainability and growth.
This is a full-time, exempt position (40 hours per week) based in Oakland, CA, with an anticipated start date in the first quarter of 2025. The position will report directly to Executive Director Sanam Jorjani and collaborate with a small, passionate team to shape the organization’s future.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Leadership (60%)
- Lead and oversee all financial systems and processes, including budgeting, forecasting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
- Collaborate with staff to develop and track annual and multi-year budgets and financial plans that align with organizational goals. Provide guidance on financial planning for both immediate and long-term organizational growth.
- Direct the work of external contractors, including bookkeeping and tax preparation.
- Prepare financial reports and projections for the Executive Director and Board of Directors. Use financial data to highlight insights and support decision-making across the leadership team.
- Work closely with the Director of Development to prepare grant budgets and financial reports for funders and donors and oversee all restricted funding to ensure proper restrictions/releases.
- Update and implement the financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency in all aspects of financial management and enhance transparency, accessibility, and organizational sustainability.
- Assist with special events and fundraising efforts and attend all fundraising and special events.
Operations Management (25%)
- Manage operational systems and processes to ensure smooth daily operations while building systems that anticipate future needs and support long-term growth and sustainability.
- Oversee and manage people systems and HR and payroll processes through our PEO Insperity, ensuring they align with organizational needs and goals.
- Prepare contracts for independent contractors and oversee processes for contractor payments and tax filings.
- Oversee ongoing risk management, including reviewing insurance coverage, making necessary recommendations, and ensuring timely renewals.
- Ensure all governmental/state registrations are filed as required, and all regulatory requirements are fulfilled.
- Oversee the negotiation, renewal, and management of office lease agreements, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and budgetary constraints.
- Design and implement systems for organizational evaluation and impact measurement, enabling data-informed decision-making.
Strategic Leadership (15%)
- Serve as a thought partner to the Executive Director on matters related to infrastructure, staffing, and organizational systems and operations.
- Contribute to the development of strategic goals and objectives and oversee the overall management of the organization.
- Collaborate with the senior leadership team to establish annual goals and objectives and track progress against key metrics
Director of Development (Hybrid)
The Oakland Literacy Coalition (OLC) is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Director of Development to lead the strategy and growth of our fundraising efforts, propelling our mission forward and expanding our impact on literacy in Oakland. This pivotal role requires a visionary leader who can build on our current successes while cultivating new and innovative funding opportunities.
As a core member of OLC’s senior leadership team, the Director of Development will drive the organization’s fundraising program and forge new relationships to build the OLC’s financial resources. This role is both strategic and tactical, as it is responsible for developing, managing, and executing the OLC’s development plan and activities. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned fundraising professional, competent and confident in both external relationship-building and operationalizing plans internally, with a high degree of independence and a deep commitment to the OLC’s mission and values.
This is a full-time, exempt position (40 hours per week) based in Oakland, CA, with an anticipated start date in January 2025. The Director of Development will report directly to Executive Director Sanam Jorjani and work closely with staff, board members, independent contractors, and external stakeholders to achieve the organization’s ambitious growth goals.
Priority Deadline: Dec 6th, 2024
School Library Partnerships Program Coordinator (Hybrid)
The Oakland Literacy Coalition (OLC) is seeking an enthusiastic and highly organized part-time Program Coordinator for the School Library Partnerships (SLP) program. This is a great opportunity for an early to mid-level professional with school library experience to grow with an integral Oakland nonprofit while advocating for and supporting public school libraries across the city.
The OLC launched the SLP program in January 2022 to carry forward the work founded and formerly led by the nonprofit, Friends of Oakland Public School Libraries. Through the SLP program, the OLC works to raise awareness about the importance of quality school library services and connect public school libraries with resources and community support.
This is a part-time, non-exempt position (10-15 hours per week) with a hybrid schedule based in Oakland, CA, with an anticipated start date in the first quarter of 2025. The SLP Program Coordinator will report directly to Director of Programs Jennifer Bloom and will work closely with the Reading Everywhere Program Manager.