Vice President, Center for AI (Apply by 8 / 18)

Vice President, Center for AI (Apply by 8 / 18)

Flexible (Boston, DC, Oakland, Remote)

About JFF

Jobs for the Future (JFF) drives transformation of the U.S. education and workforce systems to achieve economic advancement for all. Seeing that millions of people are unfairly shut out of quality jobs and the chance for a better life, our goal is to align education, workforce, and employment changemakers toward a shared North Star : By 2033, 75 million people facing systemic barriers to advancement will work in quality jobs.

To achieve that goal, we design solutions, scale best practices, influence policy and action, and invest in innovation. With a staff of more than 300 people across the country working remotely and in offices in Boston (headquarters), Washington, DC, and Oakland, California, we operate at the national, state, and local levels, forging deep partnerships with employers, investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and education and workforce development providers to break down barriers and reimagine what's possible.

We're on a path of ongoing growth and expanding impact. We have an operating budget of $105 million, and we're funded by dozens of leading government agencies, foundations, and corporations. Learn more about JFF and join us as we build a future that worksfor everyone.

Equal Employment Opportunity at JFF

Inclusion, belonging, and well-being are core to JFF's North Star and mission, and we seek to invest in and learn from those who represent the communities we serve as it is important to the success of our work and the engagement of our staff members. We aim to cultivate a culture that centers the overall care, well-being, and success of the employee through flexible work hours, balanced workloads, professional development, and career advancement opportunities for all.

JFF is a fair chance employer and in alignment to our North Star , we strongly encourage individuals whose highest level of education attained is less than a 4-year degree; People of Color; and people with records to apply to our open roles.

About the Center for AI

The Center for AI has recently transitioned from being incubated within JFFLabs, to being an integrated Center within JFF's Solutions Group. A critical strategic priority for JFF is for this Center to position JFF as the go-to entity for the learn-to-work ecosystem to ensure an AI-powered world leads to economic advancement for all. We believe that AI development and use should advance quality jobs, livelihoods, human agency, and potential.

AI is revealing cracks in the foundation that have existed for years, and creating urgency for solutions JFF is well-positioned to lead e.g., skills-first economy, work-based learning, durable skills, employer engagement. The Center brings a population lens to support education and workforce systems in ensuring that we are all better off in a world with AI. Through the work of this Center, JFF is positioned to :

• Be a trusted voice and sense-maker in the learn-to-work ecosystem
• Provide actionable support for organizations
• Leverage strong cross-sector networks and insights
• Stay ahead of the curve with AI

About the Position

Reporting to the Chief Solutions Officer (CSO), the Vice President will lead the Center for Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the next phase of its growth, building on successes and lessons learned during the launch period. The Vice President will strengthen the Center's role as a go-to resource for JFF and the workforce and education field on the ways in which AI will reshape jobs and skills, technology implementation, and broader social and policy forces across the country. As a nationally recognized expert in AI, the VP will design, oversee and execute the Center's national strategy, raise funds, develop partnerships, and oversee initiatives across JFF in support of the Center's mission, which is to ensure that AI accelerates, rather than holds back, progress towards economic mobility.

The Center for AI is one of JFF's newest Centers and this will be its first Vice President. JFF Vice Presidents work closely with Solutions Design & Delivery teams to execute initiatives and projects aligned with their respective areas. You will collaborate across all our Practices and Centers as well as with teams across JFF, including Strategic Engagements, the Policy & Advocacy team, JFFLabs, and more. You will be supported by an Executive Assistant, as well as dedicated business partners from JFF's People & Culture, Development, Finance, and Marketing & Communications teams.

JFF cannot reach its North Star goal without leading the field in leveraging AI and embedding AI into all aspects of JFF's work. Therefore, this position requires a dynamic, entrepreneurial leader who is energized by championing JFF's and the Center's point of view on AI and the future of work both externally and internally. This role represents not only an opportunity to inform JFF's AI strategies, but to dramatically shape the national conversation and behaviors that drive AI's use for economic mobility for all.

What You'll Do

Lead bold strategy, vision and thought leadership for the Center for AI

Deliver impactful results through visionary program and project initiatives

Drive fundraising and expand influence of the mission by cultivating and building collaborative partnerships

Who You Are

The qualifications listed within the job description are intended as a guide and we do not expect candidates to bring all experiences and skills listed. Research supports that self-selecting out of potential professional opportunities is particularly common among individuals with identities that are marginalized in professional spaces. So, if you believe that you can meet the overall expectations of the position, we encourage you to apply so that we have an opportunity to learn more about you and the unique strengths you would bring to the work.

What We Offer

At JFF, we're fueled by the desire to create a world where everyone has equal opportunity for economic advancement. Our team works hard to push the boundaries of what is possible, and in return, we provide a gratifying work experience, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits program that includes flexibility and choice as core values in order to support people wherever they are in their lives and careers.

JFF has offices in Boston, Oakland, and Washington, DC; employees are welcome to use JFF office space to work in-person or hybrid, or completely remote. To improve the employee experience and promote productivity while working remotely, JFF offers an annual home office stipend to all regular full-time and part-time employees. In addition, new employees receive office equipment as needed .

The hiring range for this role is $225,000 - $2 75 ,000 a nnually, in alignment to JFF's Vice President salary band and our compensation philosophy. Starting salaries for new hires will be determined based on a combination of the new hire's relevant experience and market demands.

To Apply

As part of your application, please include your resume and a thoughtful cover letter, addressed to Susan Gouijnstook, Chief Solutions Officer, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position.

Applications submitted by 5pmEST on Monday, August 18 th will be prioritized for review. We encourage interested candidates to apply by that date in order to be considered with the first slate of candidates, early on in the hiring process. A pplications submitted after that date may not be prioritized for review, depending on the strength of the pool. We will ensure that all candidates will receive updates on their candidacy before the search is closed out .

At JFF, we're also committed to accessibility and want to ensure that everyone, including people with disabilities, can fully access and engage with our application and hiring process. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability and / or have specific access / accommodation needs in order to fully participate in our hiring process, please contact us at hiringaccommodations@jff.org .

Positions at JFF are not eligible for employer-visa sponsorship or open to F-1 student visa holders.