New York

Deputy Director, Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice
The Organization

The Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice (Astraea) is the only philanthropic organization working exclusively to advance LGBTQI human rights around the globe. Astraea works for racial, economic, social, and gender justice, because all people deserve to live their lives freely, without fear, and with dignity.

Astraea is a public foundation, which means that they raise every dollar that spend. Rooted in LGBTQI communities and movements, they work in strategic partnership with foundations, individuals, and governments to ensure that their resources reach the activists who need them most and who are best positioned to make transformational impact over time. To this end, they raise and distribute funds to programs and initiatives led by and for diverse constituencies, prioritizing groups led by lesbians and queer women, trans and gender non-conforming people, intersex people, and people of color. A community of diverse stakeholders and deep relationships has allowed them to support grassroots organizations in over 90 countries and 40 states. In its 42nd year of operation, Astraea is in its strongest fiscal position ever to support the work of grassroots LGBTQI activists around the world.

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Position Overview

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced leader with a solid financial background and a proven track record of creative problem-solving and change management to join in a high-growth, high-impact, well-respected, mission-driven organization. Reporting to the Executive Director (ED) and directly supervising a four-person Fiscal and Administrative Team, the Deputy Director (DD) serves as an integral member of Astraea’s senior management team. The DD will work closely with the ED to create an environment for success that inspires staff and provides holistic, adaptive systems to support the organization’s mission and values.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy, Vision, and Leadership

  • Serve as the internal leader of an $11.5M organization, providing local and remote staff a strong day-to-day leadership presence that promotes cross-team collaboration, communication, and a commitment to success.
  • Serve as the Executive Director (ED)’s primary advisor regarding organizational strategy and goals, team management, and organizational practices.
  • Serve as a key thought leader and coordinator working in collaboration with the Management team on organization-wide management issues
  • Serve as a key player in the development and implementation of ongoing strategic planning to achieve Astraea’s long-term strategic goals and objectives.
  • Lead staff mentoring and development using a supportive and collaborative approach.
  • Maintain continuous lines of communication, keeping the ED informed of all critical issues.
  • Serve as management liaison to the Board of Directors, including Finance and Audit Committees; effectively communicate and present financial matters at Board and Committee meetings.

Human Resources

  • Oversee human resources functions with a social justice lens ensuring Astraea’s values are reflected in HR and Management practices.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement that values learning, diversity, equity, inclusion, and a commitment to quality through workshops, retreats, and other initiatives.
  • Further develop Astraea’s human resources initiatives, enhancing professional and leadership development by implementing best practices regarding compensation and benefits, performance evaluation, training, and recruiting.

Finance and Administration  

  • Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with ED and Controller.
  • Review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership team and Board abreast of the organization’s financial status.
  • Oversee and manage administrative functions to ensure the infrastructure is in place to support a growing, complex organization.
  • Ensure compliance with internal and external requirements through an appropriate system of internal policies and control procedures.
  • Oversee and manage information technology operations.

How To Apply

Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice has engaged Koya Leadership Partners to help in this hire. Please submit a compelling cover letter and resume here.

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