VP, Measurement

Active Minds, Inc. • Full-time • Remote (Hybrid in Washington, D.C.) • $124,000 - $186,000 / year • 1m ago

Fast Facts

Active Minds is seeking a Vice President of Measurement to lead the strategic direction and operational responsibility for measuring the impact of their programs, guiding the organization towards achieving meaningful change in mental health norms among youth.

Responsibilities: Oversee measurement initiatives for Active Minds’ programs, manage the Measurement Team, and serve as a cross-functional leader within the organization to ensure strategic alignment and programmatic excellence.

Skills: Extensive experience in measurement, program evaluation, and team leadership, along with strong strategic thinking and communication skills.

Qualifications: Preferred candidates will have a background in nonprofit leadership, equity-focused program evaluation, and experience in managing diverse teams.

Location: Hybrid position based in Washington, D.C., or remote work options are available.

Compensation: $124000 - $186000 / Annually

Position Title: Vice President, Measurement

Status: Full Time

FLSA: Exempt

Location: Hybrid Washington, D.C. or Remote

JOB SUMMARY & KEY PRIORITIES

The Vice President (VP), Measurement holds strategic and operational responsibility for vision, strategic direction, and organizational mission for the measurement of Active Minds’ programs and impact. The position reports to the Chief Program Officer and is part of Active Minds’ Leadership Team that drives overall strategy for the organization. The VP, Measurement, is accountable and responsible for conceiving of and leading cross-functional projects. They advise in strategic framing of the organization, represent the organization externally, assume budgetary responsibility, and lead priorities to reach organizational goals. They also have direct supervisory responsibilities and manage the Measurement Team.

ABOUT ACTIVE MINDS

Active Minds is the largest nonprofit in the United States mobilizing youth and young adults to transform mental health norms across society. For more than 20 years, we have equipped the next generation of peer mental health advocates through a variety of programs, including the Active Minds Chapter Network, A.S.K., and Send Silence Packing. Our advocacy, initiatives, and campaigns foster lasting change in how youth view and discuss mental health, encouraging them to use their voices to influence broader conversations and inform mental health supports within their communities. Together, we are building a diverse movement of champions committed to improving mental health for all.

KEY RESULTS:

Vision, Direction, and Mission for Measurement of Programs and Impact:

Lead all efforts to measure and better understand the impact of our work and pursue continuous improvement, in alignment with the Strategic Plan
Help ensure ongoing programmatic excellence, centering measurement and equity, in service of Active Minds’ Theory of Change and Key Performance Indicators
Provide organization-wide leadership for Active Minds’ commitment internally and externally to center measurement and impact in all that we do and developing strategic initiatives that contribute to the success of all staff and volunteers and to Active Minds’ engagement of the diverse populations we serve

Cross-Functional Leadership Responsibility: Serve as a measurement expert across the organization, with our network and partners, and in the field, which may include:

Acting as a resource to Active Minds staff on updated data, research, or methods that can enhance the effectiveness of our work
Supporting equity-informed data and evaluation of Active Minds programs, initiatives, and outputs
Working with other Leadership Team members to develop systems to ensure consistent, high-quality project management and cross-functional collaboration
Developing the necessary systems, processes, and tools to better support the facilitation, collection, and sharing of knowledge that is generated by the Measurement Team
Working collaboratively with the Leadership Team to integrate cross-departmental activities and functions

People Leadership and Management:

Attract, develop, coach, and retain high-performing team members, enabling them to elevate their level of responsibility, span of control, and performance
Provide leadership in development of inter-team communication and cohesion, sustaining culture and supporting staff during organizational growth

External Representation:

Serve as a thought partner for the Chief Program Officer and other VPs in strategic positioning and framing of the organization within the field-at-large
Deliver presentations, in-person and virtual trainings, issue briefs, position statements and other written materials, and represent the organization at key national conferences and meetings, to leverage opportunities for enhanced leadership and growth within the field
Support dissemination of organizational learning with a broad range of communities
Manage relationships with partner organizations

Budgetary Responsibility:

Demonstrate consistent quality of finance and administration, fundraising, communications and systems; recommend timelines and resources needed to achieve measurement goals
Expand revenue to support existing measurement activities and goals and future growth; cultivate existing relationships and develop new funder relationships

OUR CULTURE

Active Minds is a place where every employee matters. We value diverse perspectives, radical authenticity, and a community-driven approach. We dream big, offering flexibility to staff while we work to achieve our mission. As such, we are proud to offer competitive salaries and benefits and an environment that is friendly to remote working and life/work balance.

Active Minds is an equal opportunity employer that works to advance racial equity and social justice in an increasingly multicultural and globally connected world. We value diverse experiences, including educational background, intersectional identities, and lived experiences. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, and people with other marginalized identities. Active Minds encourages all to apply for our open positions as we depend on a diverse staff to carry out our mission.

COMPENSATION

This position offers an initial salary of $124,000 along with robust benefits. The starting pay for this position is equal to others at the same level throughout the organization. Candidates whose experience meets both the minimum and preferred qualifications may be considered for a starting salary that exceeds the current amount. The role sits within Active Minds Level 7 salary band and has the potential to grow to $186,000 over time. FLSA Status: Exempt.

Active Minds has an industry-leading and competitive benefits package that includes Health, Vision and Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation and Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Company Wide Mental Health Days, 401(k) Matching, HSA and FSA Options, Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Fully Paid Parental Leave, Wellness Reimbursement Program, and Professional Development Stipends.

Active Minds recruits, hires, trains, compensates, and promotes our staff regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

ACTIVE MINDS RECRUITING PROTOCOLS

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