Summary

The Director of Early Childhood Policy is responsible for leading the Early Childhood policy and advocacy agenda of the Colorado Children’s Campaign in close collaboration with team members across the organization. The Director of Early Childhood Policy works to improve early childhood outcomes in the state of Colorado and provide thought leadership and policy advocacy in the core issue areas of child care, preschool, and early childhood family supports.

Description

Colorado Children's Campaign is seeking a Director of Early Childhood Policy!

WHAT WE DO

The Colorado Children's Campaign relentlessly champions the needs of children. We leverage data, research, and relationships to unapologetically advocate for kids, fighting for a brighter future, more equitable future for every child in Colorado.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

This role will be responsible for a series of tasks that include, but are not limited to, the following:

Policy

  • Lead the development and implementation of the organization’s Early Childhood agenda, including through policy development, analysis, and advocacy at the local, state, and federal levels.
  • Maintain substantial knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field and anticipate opportunities for policy change.
  • Make policy predictions and take advantage of emerging policy windows.
  • Apply knowledge by collecting, analyzing, and translating data to identify opportunities that will advance the Early Childhood agenda.
  • Identify, cultivate, and maintain productive working relationships with key Early Childhood stakeholders including policymakers, community groups, media, and those working in communities of color that are directly impacted by policies.
  • Develop, manage, nurture, and engage coalitions to implement comprehensive policy advocacy strategies.
  • Engage in dialogue, learning, and advocacy with and on behalf of those most impacted by Early Childhood initiatives, including youth, families, community members, and direct service providers. Create meaningful ways for impacted people to inform policy solutions and engage in advocacy that advances those solutions.
  • Effectively represent the Colorado Children’s Campaign to external audiences including funders, community groups, policymakers, and the media.

Development

  • Provide the Development Team with Early Childhood policy and program information for grant proposals and reports.
  • Develop, maintain, and manage relationships with Early Childhood funders.
  • Provide support in identifying funding opportunities.
  • Assist with proposals and reports for Development Team for grants related to Early Childhood.

Collaboration

  • Work across the organization to develop and oversee the implementation of the Colorado Children’s Campaign agenda and strategic framework.
  • Collaborate with the Policy and Advocacy Teams to identify opportunities for legislative and regulatory change and advocacy to advance the Early Childhood agenda.
  • Collaborate with the Communications, Policy, and Advocacy Teams to educate and engage advocates across Colorado.
  • Collaborate with the Research Team to collect, review, organize, and interpret local, state, and national data, research, and policy trends to identify emerging issues that affect the well-being of Colorado families.
  • Assist with the development and management of internal team and external coalition budgets.
  • Collaborate with internal team members and external partners to maintain a current knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field.
  • Identify and develop strategies to strengthen the relationships of the Children’s Campaign and further the organization’s Strategic Plan, participating in meetings with legislators, coalition partners, and other community leaders.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO OUR ORGANIZATION

  • 5 years of experience in public and regulatory policy, early childhood and/or education systems, or a closely related field is required.
  • Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s or advanced degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Health, Social Work, a related field, or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience preferred.
  • In-depth knowledge of policy issues and systems impacting youth, or any equivalent combination of expertise, lived experience, or special skills.
  • Experience developing, leading, and managing policy and advocacy coalitions and a penchant for a data-driven (quantitative and qualitative) approach to policy work strongly preferred.
  • Proven computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Requires superior collaboration and organizational skills, written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize work and tasks.
  • Requires adaptability to produce and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-task and changing environment, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Must have good problem-solving and negotiation skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with diplomacy.
  • Must bring emotional intelligence and resiliency skills that facilitate leading and actively participating in the advancement of the Colorado Children’s Campaign’s work in racial, social, and economic justice.

WHAT OUR ORGANIZATION IS PROVIDING

  • Expected annual salary range of $79,167 – $95,000 based on experience
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Employer Paid Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
  • 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match of 100% of the first 3% employee contribution
  • Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
  • 12 weeks paid Parental Leave
  • Hybrid work environment with commuter benefit

Colorado Children’s Campaign provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. In addition to federal law requirements. Colorado Children’s Campaign complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Colorado Children’s Campaign will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants for failing to disclose wage rate history in accordance with applicable law.

Colorado Children’s Campaign expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Colorado Children’s Campaign employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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