Vice President, Finance & Administration
Think of Us
Who We Are
Think of Us (TOU) is a Research + Design lab on a mission to fundamentally re-architect the foster care system as we know it, powered by the data, leadership and insights of people with lived experience. The most challenging social problems we face – homelessness, mental illness, incarceration, and human trafficking – share a common intersection point: foster care. That’s why we are sparking, driving, and co-creating a nimble, responsive foster care system that will ensure every person has the conditions from which to heal, develop, and thrive. We partner with leading organizations driving change across the national ecosystem – from the White House to local providers and agencies – to identify leverage points and build solutions.
Think of Us is driving nationwide, catalytic change via multiple coordinated channels, including:
- Mobilizing and leveraging the collective voice of 38,000 former foster youth into over $400M in Federal pandemic relief funds
- Collaborating with three consecutive presidential administrations to improve Federal policy, participating in 26 engagements with the White House in the last year alone
- Inspiring 22 states to commit to eliminating group homes within 72 hours of releasing our groundbreaking Away from Home report, and partnering with six jurisdictions to make this commitment a reality
- Creating a new model for frontline support, TOU’s Virtual Support Services (VSS) connects individuals impacted by foster care with vital resources. Successfully operating in California, Georgia, and Boston, VSS boasts an <8 hour response time and 95+% of help seekers needs being met.
Our team members share a commitment to driving systems change through creative problem-solving, obsessive curiosity, and a love of quickly driving innovative, measurable, and impactful results.
At this time, Think of Us does not sponsor visas for candidates, and unfortunately cannot accept candidates in the US on Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Optional Practical Training (OPT).
The Role
We seek a visionary Vice President of Finance & Administration to spearhead the transformation of our organization's administrative backbone. This pivotal role will lead the evolution of our internal structures and processes, supporting Think of Us' rapid growth and increasing impact. In this role, you will supervise teammates in People & Culture, Finance, and support services. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with extensive nonprofit administration experience and a passion for creating systems that enable mission-driven work to flourish.
- Reports to: President
- Location: Remote
- Category: Full-time, Exempt
Responsibilities
Strategic Administrative Leadership
- Lead the transition from an operations-centric model to a comprehensive, strategic administrative framework
- Develop and implement innovative administrative strategies that align with and propel the organization's mission and long-term objectives
- Manage the shift to a client-centric, service-oriented administrative model that prioritizes internal stakeholder needs and the satisfaction of employees, departments, or project teams who rely on administrative services.
Strategic Leadership of People & Culture
- Provide strategic oversight to the People & Culture function, ensuring alignment with long-term organizational goals.
- Guide the Director of People & Culture in executing initiatives that support Think of Us' mission and objectives.
- Co-design and implement innovative strategies to elevate the People & Culture function as a key driver of organizational success
- Lead the development of cutting-edge talent acquisition, retention, and development initiatives
- Foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and inclusivity that aligns with Think of Us' values and mission
- Refresh professional development programs to support Individual contributors and People Managers
- Ensure People and Culture policies support the organization's commitment to equity and lived experience leadership
Fiscal Management and Compliance
- Collaborate with the President and CFO in budget formulation and execution, ensuring robust financial stewardship
- Implement data-driven decision-making processes and dashboards to provide real-time insights supporting rapid organizational growth
- Partner with the President to streamline financial systems that ensure accountability while minimizing bureaucratic obstacles
- Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, non-profit filing, and reporting requirements
- Navigate complex regulatory environments across multiple jurisdictions in a remote-first organization
Integrated Technology and AI Innovation
- Collaborate with the Executive Leadership team to foster a culture of technological curiosity and adaptability across the organization
- Stay informed about the latest developments in AI and forward-thinking approaches to integrating AI into administrative processes, compliance, and risk management
Comprehensive Administrative Policies and Risk Management
- Develop and oversee a robust compliance and risk management framework that supports innovative work while mitigating potential risks
- Conduct regular risk assessments and implement effective mitigation strategies
- Lead internal audits to assess and improve the effectiveness of internal controls
- Stay at the forefront of nonprofit administration best practices, ensuring Think of Us maintains exemplary organizational effectiveness and ratings
Requirements
About You
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities
- Adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity
- Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement
- High level of discretion and confidentiality, with the ability to handle sensitive information and situations
- Candidates with Lived Experience or personal experience in the foster care system are encouraged to apply
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in Business Administration or related field.
- 15+ years of nonprofit administration experience, with a focus on administration, compliance, and people and culture
- Strong understanding of nonprofit financial management and compliance requirements
- Experience in developing and implementing administrative policies and procedures
- Proven track record of leading and managing high-performing teams
- Excellence in personnel management and resource allocation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Passion for social impact and a commitment to Think of Us' mission
- Experience with or understanding of nonprofit tech companies is a plus
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation
Our compensation philosophy is based on transparency and attentiveness to people's holistic needs. We believe that fair and competitive compensation is essential for attracting and retaining exceptional talent, which is crucial for achieving our audacious goals. Our compensation packages include both cash compensation and benefits and all decisions are made in accordance with our financial standing as a not-for-profit organization.
The annualized compensation for this role is $190,000 - 210,000.
Benefits
- “Build your office” stipend
- Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage - We cover 100% of your premium and 50% of your family's premium for our "base" plan
- Health Care & Dependent Care FSA
- Employer-sponsored Short Term Disability
- Employer-sponsored Life and AD&D
- Voluntary Supplemental Life
- Voluntary Long Term Disability
- 8 major holidays + 3 Org wide Breaks over Summer, Thanksgiving, & Winter
- Flexible PTO
- Sick Leave
- Paid Leave of Absence
- 401k for pre-tax retirement contributions
- Individual ($1500 per person) & Organizational-wide Learning & Development
- We hold monthly learning sessions organization-wide to deepen our understanding of foster youth's Lived Experience. We also discuss topics outside of Child Welfare to foster curiosity and growth in our culture.
- We put you at the cutting edge of change in the child welfare system.
- We offer you the chance to engage with inspiring leaders in government, foundations, the nonprofit sector, and entertainment who are passionately committed to transforming the child welfare system.
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