Senior Center Specialist

Posting Details

I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Job Description Summary

The All-In Senior Center Specialist will lead and drive the organization’s mission to advance opportunities, economic mobility, and community well-being. This role will oversee a team of 150 coalition members and lead the strategic growth of All-In initiatives, including scaling the model nationally. The senior specialist will cultivate partnerships, mobilize resources, and ensure measurable impact on program outcomes and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Organizational Strategy

• Provide visionary leadership to the All-In Coalition and Core Team, fostering a high-performing, accountable, and results-driven culture.
• Develop and execute organizational strategies that translate mission and vision into measurable outcomes.
• Provide mentorship, professional development and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
  
  

Strategic Planning, Evaluation & Implementation

• Lead the scaling of the local All-In initiative into a national model, leveraging data, best practices, and lessons learned to expand reach and impact.
• Oversee evaluation of the All-In framework, using metrics and performance indicators to assess effectiveness and guide continuous improvement.
• Drive implementation of the Closing the Wealth Gap Stakeholder Report, translating recommendations into actionable initiatives that produce measurable results.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align strategic priorities with community needs and organizational objectives.
• Monitor progress and outcomes, adjusting strategies to maximize effectiveness and impact.
  
  

Community Engagement and Partnerships

• Build and maintain high-value partnerships with community organizations, local leaders, funders, and other stakeholders to advance mission-driven results.
• Facilitate strategic relationships for the Resilience Innovation Labs ( RIL ) to strengthen community networks and enhance program impact.
• Represent All-In in regional and national forums, promoting visibility, influence, and collaboration.
• Engage with residents and partners to identify opportunities, assess needs, and measure community-level outcomes.
  
  

Fundraising & Resource Development

• Develop and execute a results-driven fundraising strategy to ensure organizational sustainability and growth.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with major donors, foundations, corporate partners, and other funding sources.
• Secure new funding streams through grants, sponsorships, and individual giving campaigns, tracking return on investment and impact metrics.
• Lead high-impact fundraising initiatives and donor stewardship efforts.
• Oversee grant compliance, budgeting, and reporting to ensure transparency and demonstrate measurable outcomes to funders.
  
  

Program Development and Operational Excellence

• Oversee the design and delivery of programs that produce tangible outcomes in community well-being, economic mobility, and social impact.
• Ensure programmatic decisions are informed by robust data, evaluation results, and evidence-based practices.
• Provide guidance and support to team members and partners to ensure successful implementation and measurable results.
  
  

Policy and Advocacy

• Lead efforts to advance policies and practices that improve opportunities and quality of life for residents.
• Track and respond to policy developments at local, state, and national levels, using evidence to influence decision-making.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote actionable, high-impact policy solutions.
  
  

Data Analysis, Impact Measurement & Reporting

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate organizational and programmatic impact.
• Analyze outcomes, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations to optimize results.
• Communicate results and impact to funders, the Board, and other key stakeholders.
  
  

Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified candidates will hold a BA/BS in a related discipline plus 7 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated record of achieving measurable outcomes, including scaling programs, securing funding, and influencing policy.
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, build partnerships, and drive organizational impact.
• Experience in strategic planning, evaluation, and translating evidence into actionable results.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated success in non-profit, philanthropic, or government sectors preferred.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau) is desirable.
  
  

Hiring Range $74,232.46 - $144,894.26

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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. POSITION INFORMATION

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: Academic Affairs

Family Research and Labs

Sub-Family Centers/Institutes

Stream Individual Contributor

Level Level 4

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: M-F, 8 am-5 pm

Will this job require the employee to work on site? No

Employee Onsite Status Full-Time Remote

Telework

Required Background Check Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions To Applicants

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

This position is grant-funded and is contingent upon funding.

Internal Applicants Only? Yes (University Wide)

Posting Number: R002367

Job Open Date: 01/27/2026

Job Close Date: 01/30/2026

Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.