Training and Capacity Building Manager

DescriptionTraining & Capacity-Building ManagerYouth Collaboratory is inviting applications and nominations for a Training and Capacity Building Manager. As a member of the training and capacity building team, the Training and Capacity Building Manager (TCBM) is responsible for identifying, developing, and implementing training, technical assistance, and capacity-building activities to support program implementation, with a particular focus on ending homelessness and ensuring housing stability for youth and young adults.

About Youth CollaboratoryYouth Collaboratory harnesses the power of the youth services community to innovate, evaluate, and drive effective strategies that assure the safety and well-being of youth and young adults, unlocking their limitless potential. Our Greatest Strength Lies In Our Ability To Engage And Retain a Dynamic Network Of Hundreds Of Organizations Across All 50 States.

Together, We Are Able To Advance The Work Of Communities In Real-time, Raise The Level Of Conversation Around Key Issues, Increase Cross-sector Communication, Drive National Research, And Increase Support In Three Key Focus AreasPreventing and addressing relationship violence, sexual exploitation, and trafficking of youthSupporting opportunities for young people to build community with family, peers, and others to enhance their assets, explore their strengths, and develop lasting connectionsCoordinated community responses to youth and young adult homelessnessWe are known for providing high-quality, highly regarded training and consulting that successfully unearths local innovation and elevates effective practices.

Through these targeted services, strategic national partnerships, and research-based program models, we operate across sectors to help youth-service providers focus on one goal: strengthening outcomes for youth and young adults. In the past few years, our network has experienced significant growth – attracting innovators in practice, research, education, and funding – and our core membership has grown by 250%. To make the kind of difference we want to make, we need to continue to build our capacity to educate and engage at a rapid and meaningful rate. More information about Youth Collaboratory can be found at www. youthcollaboratory. org.

Key ResponsibilitiesManage the design, coordination, and implementation of programmatic activitiesThe Training & Capacity-Building Manager will develop and customize events in response to constituent needs, including identifying topics and ideas for specific sessions, developing training content and materials, determining the audience and invitees, presenting, training, and facilitation, and providing onsite and web-based logistical support. They will build and maintain relationships with constituents to identify needs, resources, and developments in the youth and family services field. They will also partner on projects and initiatives across Youth Collaboratory focus areas, supporting a comprehensive, strategic, and consistent approach to capacity-building technical assistance.

Coordinate subject matter expert consultantsContracting and coordinating with subject matter expert consultants, including Youth and Young Adult (YYA) consultants. This includes providing direct support for YYA consultants, ensuring that operational and programmatic needs are met, and facilitating cross-system opportunities. Manage activities to meet contract obligationsManage training and capacity-building activities to meet private and federal contract obligations that ensure the program is implemented in compliance with requirements. The TCBM will contribute to reports to funders and grant proposals as requested.

Work with organizations and communities to create youth-centered services and supportsProvide individualized direct training and capacity-building services to organizations and communities to ensure youth and young adults have access to a range of housing and support options that reflect their strengths and needs, and leverage appropriate community resources and supports. Use Program Expertise in Youth Housing Services to Propel Focus AreaThe TCBM will have experience in services that promote housing stability and prevent homelessness, and will use this experience to inform how training and capacity-building services are designed and delivered.

As a Youth Collaboratory staff member, they will promote effective partnerships and represent the organization at meetings and conferences throughout the US. RequirementsThe Ideal CandidateThe Ideal Candidate Will Be First And Foremost Committed To Youth Collaboratory’s Mission And The Visionary Evolution Of Its Next Level Of Impact. While No One Person Will Embody All Of The Qualities Enumerated Below, The Ideal Candidate Will Possess Many Of The Following Professional And Personal Abilities, Attributes, And ExperiencesPersonal ProfileConnects with and believes in Youth Collaboratory’s mission. Aligns with and consistently demonstrates Youth Collaboratory's values.

High commitment to Authentic Youth Collaboration, with demonstrated history of successful partnerships with youth and young adults. Awareness of the root causes of homelessness and housing instability for young people, with a steadfast drive to serve youth and communities placed at the highest risk for homelessness. Belief that all young people should be safe, housed, and supported, and that homelessness is preventable. You hold a transformative vision for the future while delivering services and support in the current reality that push the limits of what’s possible.

Ability to clearly communicate what works and what doesn’t, with the ability to take complicated issues and break them down into everyday language. Has project management experience with demonstrated success in innovating solutions to increase productivity and program effectiveness. Strong relationship-building skills with demonstrated success working with various partners and fostering collective leadership within and across collaborators. Ability to travel 25% of the time to participate in TTA and/or to attend meetings, conferences, and events. ExperienceMinimum of five years of professional experience in a social service, intermediary, or similar nonprofit organization.

Experience in HUD’s Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program and/or Youth Homelessness Systems Improvement projects is required; other experience in youth housing and homelessness services is a plus. Experience working in partnership with youth and young adults is strongly preferred. Experience in design and delivery of training, technical assistance, and/or consultation for non-profit staff, including experience in facilitating groups and meetings. Statewide, regional, or national experience in the youth services field is a plus. Experience in preparing resources, practice tools, and/or research documents that encompass proven and emerging best practice techniques and approaches.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.