Position Title: Chief of Staff

FULL TIME POSITION (40 hours per week)

Company Overview: Founded by Takema M. Robinson, in 2016, Converge is a Black woman owned social-justice consulting firm whose purpose is to accelerate the creation of a radically just new world, where communities of color thrive. We use an organizing framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. To do this, we organize people and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure to enable strong leaders, organizations and movements to grow.Converge is owned by its parent company Elysian Enterprises.

About our work: Converge Consulting uses a strategic framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. Converge organizes information, people, and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure across the U.S. South where strong leaders, organizations and movements grow.

OUR VALUES:

1. Radical Imagination: We are the freedom dreams of our ancestors and the architects of a future for the coming generations.
2. Agency: We believe liberation demands people access their power to uphold the humanity and dignity of all people.
3. Collective Action: We believe dismantling historic oppression requires collective and strategic action to create a radically just new world.

Position Overview: The Chief of Staff (COS) supports the Principal in securing new client partners and leads the development of Converge proposals and other client engagement strategies. The Chief of Staff provides oversight of all Converge staff and acts as the bridge between Converge and the Elysian Operations Manager. The COS will provide support to Converge Senior Consultants on major deliverables. The COS will also check-in with client partners to ensure their satisfaction with the engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze client challenges and opportunities
• Manage client projects to ensure fidelity to Converge Way and project budget considerations with final deliverables, including managing client onboarding, project design/work-planning, implementation, final deliverable preparation and presentation and client offboarding
• Train staff in the Converge Way and add to the development of the Converge Way
• Contribute to Converge business development by supporting client prospecting and proposal preparation
• Design and facilitate client and team meetings
• Support the advancement of Converge’s brand by building relationships with clients and allied partners and representing Converge at various meetings and conferences
• Lead teams of internal staff and outside consultants by providing executive-level direction, exhibiting both clarity and the willingness to make the tough decisions and have the difficult conversations.
• Design, implement, and evaluate programs and initiatives
• Design and facilitate working meetings, retreats, and working sessions with clients, internal teams and organizational partners.
• Advance the intellectual and reputational capital of the firm
• Support the development and growth of team members, including connecting them to the bigger picture of client engagements.
• Cultivate and maintain a wide network of relationships in client, partner and community organizations

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5-10 years nonprofit industry experience (post-college) including at least 3 years minimum in a consulting capacity (e.g., working for a consulting firm or running a solo practice).
• Masters Degree required
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Mastery of organizational and financial management fundamentals crucial to social sector impact and success.
• Presentation and facilitation experience.
• Qualitative or quantitative research experience.
• Interest in learning the firm’s methodologies, tools, and processes and the ability to consistently apply these in client work.
• Mission-driven passion for work in Black communities, other communities of color, and other historically marginalized groups.
• Deep personal and professional understanding of intersectionality and equity and how these play out with clients and communities.
• Comfort in operating with a high level of independence and efficiency, coupled with a desire to be a part of high-performing teams.
• Advanced understanding of Google Drive suite.
• Internal and external resourcefulness when solving problems
• The ability to design and edit graphic presentations and materials
• Ability to thrive in a playful, high-energy and entrepreneurial environment that relies heavily upon technology and is geographically dispersed.
• Experience in budgeting and reporting
• Ability to build strong relationships and work with people at all levels of an organization
• Experience in creating and leading diverse, effective, and productive teams of mission-aligned individuals
• A proven track record for operationalizing strategy and building systems, structures, and practices that support the operational efficacy of leadership teams
• Poised, confident, and mature with the ability to effectively interact with key stakeholders
• Ability to travel domestically (we are currently on a travel ban due to Covid-19).

Competencies:

• Coaches/Counsels/Evaluates Staff
• Displays Vision
• Commitment to Continuous Quality/Process Improvement
• Continuous Learning/Development
• Job/Organizational Knowledge
• Makes Effective Decisions
• Resolves Conflicts Constructively

Benefits: We have an unlimited vacation policy–work hard and take time when you need it. We also offer a generous health package.

Applications Instructions: **Qualified candidates are welcome to apply. Please include your resume along with any professional references or Projects you have recently worked on for consideration**

*Converge Consulting LLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran

status. We work hard to ensure diverse slates of candidates for openings at our company.

Position Title: Director of Operations

FULL TIME POSITION (40 hours per week)

Company Overview: Founded by Takema M. Robinson, in 2020, Elysian Enterprises is a global collective of Black-owned social enterprises that nurture Black wealth, health, and excellence. Elysian Enterprises includes Converge Consulting, Converge College and Reign Hosting Services. We’re a high-growth, fast-paced, mission-driven company looking for an amazing, full-time Director of Operations to join our team of A Players and support our CEO.

About our team:

• Our organizational culture is both entrepreneurial and supportive.
• We value both personal growth and initiative while acknowledging there is no “I” in “team”.
• We foster the mentality of building an all A Player team within our organization.
• We consistently exceed client expectations by maintaining a focus on maximizing our impact in our work, and all the while loving what we do.
• Our team values inclusiveness, and equity in both our workplace as well as outside of our work; we walk the talk.

Position Overview: The employee shall be employed as the Director of Operations and shall report to a CEO. Subject to modification by the CEO, the Director of Operations immediate areas of responsibility will include, but not be limited to, the job description below. The Director of Operations will support the operation of Elysian Enterprises and its subsidiary companies, such as Converge Consulting and Reign Hosting Services. The Director of Operations leads, manages and is accountable for all areas of company operations to include financial, human resources, legal, information technology, and office operations functions. The ideal 

Responsibilities:

• Office Operations & Information Technology
  • Manage and analyze workflow to help implement and create appropriate infrastructure, as needed; • Manage external contractors to ensure smooth office operations, including Information Technology (IT) and filing systems (vendors, projects, personnel, financial, operational), office and equipment maintenance and repair, management and regular restocking of office and project supplies; • Purchasing office supplies and equipment and maintaining proper stock levels;
  • Administer insurances, contracts and other similar administrative needs;
  • Manage relationships with all outside vendors and services related to company operations;

• Human Resources
  • Manage relationship with Elysian’s human resource management provider;
  • Ensure that Elysian’s human resource systems are established and implemented to administer regular human resources functions related to recruitment and hiring, on-boarding, training and off-boarding staff and contractors, and improving practices and policies for effectively managing, supervising and developing staff; 

• Financial Management
  • Manage the company’s financial administration function, including oversight of external accountant and bookkeeper;
  • Oversee and facilitate the production of financial data by the bookkeeper & CPA;

• Legal Administration
  • Ensure all Elysian and subsidiary companies contracts, employment agreements, intellectual property protections, and insurances are reviewed periodically, and updated as needed by the legal team for compliance and legal protection of Elysian and subsidiary companies;
  • Manage the Elysian relationship with legal counsel;

Requirements:

• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar capacity, establishing and managing effective systems for the operational, administrative, human resource and financial management and overall success of a small business;
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills;
• Well-organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment; • Ability to work within deadlines;
• Self-motivated and enjoys being part of a team;
• Significant project management in a similar role;
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and experience with Google Suite and Google Drive; • Working knowledge of QuickBooks.

Benefits: We have an unlimited vacation policy–work hard and take time when you need it. We also offer a generous health package.

Applications Instructions: **Qualified candidates are welcome to apply. Please include your resume along with any professional references or Projects you have recently worked on for consideration**

*Elysian Enterprises LLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran

status. We work hard to ensure diverse slates of candidates for openings at our company.

Position Title: Engagement Manager 

FULL TIME POSITION (40 hours per week) 

Company Overview: Founded by Takema M. Robinson, in 2016, Converge is a Black woman owned social-justice consulting firm whose purpose is to accelerate the creation of a radically just new world, where communities of color thrive. We use an organizing framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. To do this, we organize people and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure to enable strong leaders, organizations and movements to grow.Converge is owned by its parent company Elysian Enterprises. 

About our work: Converge Consulting uses a strategic framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. Converge organizes information, people, and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure across the U.S. South where strong leaders, organizations and movements grow. 

OUR VALUES:

1. Radical Imagination: We are the freedom dreams of our ancestors and the architects of a future for the coming generations.
2. Agency: We believe liberation demands people access their power to uphold the humanity and dignity of all people.
3. Collective Action: We believe dismantling historic oppression requires collective and strategic action to create a radically just new world.

Position Overview:  The Engagement Manager (EM) is an integral member of our consulting team leading Senior Consultants, Associate Consultants, and Project Coordinators. The EM leads the day to day execution of client projects while developing individual team members. Converge client engagements span from 3-24 months in duration. Our projects are focused in the following areas: criminal justice, education, workforce development, health equity, etc. The EM accepts full responsibility for Converge’s service delivery and provides advice, and oversight. 

Responsibilities:

• Leading the problem solving process and the day-to-day management of project teams including oversight of the team’s analysis and deliverables.
• Diagnose and frame client challenges and opportunities in a broad range of content areas (e.g. criminal justice, education, workforce development, health equity).
• Coach and Mentor junior staff, rapidly developing their skills and knowledge through the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS).
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, drawing upon the Converge Methodology and Converge Way documentation.
• Act as a sounding board and advisor on all phases of client work (including design, project management and implementation, preparing final deliverables, and presenting findings).
• Design and facilitate working meetings, retreats, and working sessions with clients, internal teams and organizational partners.
• Build and maintain client relationships; support efforts to develop new business by contributing to proposal development and writing.
• Advance and train staff on the firm’s approaches, methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Advance the intellectual and reputational capital of the firm (e.g., developing tools, resources, and communications.
• Cultivate and maintain a wide network of relationships in client, partner and community organizations.
• Support Converge growth through contributions to talent initiatives, and thought leadership development.
• Identify upselling opportunities and cross selling opportunities.
• Ensure contracts are carried out according to agreed terms.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 6 years experience in the nonprofit industry (post-college on strategic and/or operational initiatives, including at least 3 years minimum in a consulting capacity (e.g., working for a consulting firm or running a solo practice) and 2 years managing others.
• Advanced degree preferred (e.g., MBA, MPH)
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple clients and projects 
• Superb critical thinking and analytical skills
• Ability to multitask under tight deadlines
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, able to share insight in a way that motivates clients and projects teams to action 
• Mastery of organizational and financial management fundamentals crucial to social sector impact and success.
• Strong people leadership skills, adept at managing teams’ work while developing colleagues’ capabilities 
• Strong entrepreneurial drive
• Presentation and facilitation experience.
• Qualitative or quantitative research experience.
• Mission-driven passion for work in Black communities, other communities of color, and other historically marginalized groups.
• Internal and external resourcefulness when solving problems
• Ability to thrive in a playful, high-energy and entrepreneurial environment that relies heavily upon technology and is geographically dispersed.
• Advanced understanding of Google Drive suite.
• Superior planning and project management skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Poised, confident, and mature with the ability to effectively interact with key stakeholders.
• Ability to travel domestically (we are currently on a travel ban due to Covid-19).

Bonus points if you have:

• Philanthropic sector experience
• Significant experiencing facilitating, leading or designing REI / DEI initiatives.

Competencies:

• Sharp Business Acumen 
• Customer Relationship Management
• Account Management
• Continuous Learning/Development
• Job/Organizational Knowledge
• Makes Effective Decisions
• Strategic Planning/Organization
• Resolves Conflicts Constructively

Benefits: We have an unlimited vacation policy–work hard and take time when you need it. We also offer a generous health package.

Applications Instructions: **Qualified candidates are welcome to apply. Please include your resume along with any professional references or Projects you have recently worked on for consideration** 

*Converge Consulting LLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We work hard to ensure diverse slates of candidates for openings at our company.

Position Title: Converge College Dean

FULL TIME POSITION (40 hours per week)

Company Overview: Founded by Takema M. Robinson, in 2016, Converge is a Black woman owned social-justice consulting firm whose purpose is to accelerate the creation of a radically just new world, where communities of color thrive. We use an organizing framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. To do this, we organize people and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure to enable strong leaders, organizations and movements to grow.Converge is owned by its parent company Elysian Enterprises.

About our work: Converge Consulting uses a strategic framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. Converge organizes information, people, and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure across the U.S. South where strong leaders, organizations and movements grow.

OUR VALUES:

1. Radical Imagination: We are the freedom dreams of our ancestors and the architects of a future for the coming generations.
2. Agency: We believe liberation demands people access their power to uphold the humanity and dignity of all people.
3. Collective Action: We believe dismantling historic oppression requires collective and strategic action to create a radically just new world.

Position Overview: The Converge College Dean will ensure that Converge College is operationalizing its strategic growth plan by developing and implementing systems, structures, and practices that position the organization to meet its short and long-term goals. The Converge College Dean will report to the CEO and will engage with and support the Project Management team, Comms & Marketing team, Senior & Associate Consultants, and Elysian Enterprises staff. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with significant experience overseeing the development of course content creation as well as managing the operational development of our course curriculum and tech platform. Critical success factors include a demonstrated ability to support others, lead team members to completion on work projects, strong operational thinking, and the ability to strategically work through any and all problems that pop up along the way.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the development of Converge College
• Refine Converge College tech platform
• Work with Elysian Director of Operations to develop and refine all workflows for students as well as define the student narrative c. Partner with Elysian Comms and Marketing team on sales funnels, marketing strategies and launches throughout the year
• Recruit, train and manage Converge College staff to ensure quality standards across the team
• Identify and manage staff for Converge College course facilitation and operational functions
• Develop and lead staff training for operational functions and course facilitation
• Develop Converge College Coaches course offering for launch in 2021
• Lead the revision and update Converge College curriculum including RISE 101 workshop (monthly course offerings)
• Revising and updating the RISE playbook/plan for our 12-week course offerings
• Leading the customization efforts of our RISE 101 custom workshops
• Developing a Converge College Facebook Community
• Developing content for the Converge College Facebook Community
• Working with the Elysian Director of Operations to develop and refine all workflows for Facebook community management
• Partnering with the Elysian Comms and Marketing team to promote Converge College Facebook Community

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5-10 years nonprofit industry experience (post-college) including at least 3 years minimum in a consulting capacity (e.g., working for a consulting firm or running a solo practice).
• Masters Degree required
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Mastery of organizational and financial management fundamentals crucial to social sector impact and success.
• Presentation and facilitation experience.
• Qualitative or quantitative research experience.
• Interest in learning the firm’s methodologies, tools, and processes and the ability to consistently apply these in client work.
• Mission-driven passion for work in Black communities, other communities of color, and other historically marginalized groups.
• Deep personal and professional understanding of intersectionality and equity and how these play out with clients and communities.
• Comfort in operating with a high level of independence and efficiency, coupled with a desire to be a part of high-performing teams.
• Advanced understanding of Google Drive suite.
• Internal and external resourcefulness when solving problems
• The ability to design and edit graphic presentations and materials
• Ability to thrive in a playful, high-energy and entrepreneurial environment that relies heavily upon technology and is geographically dispersed.
• Ability to build strong relationships and work with people at all levels of an organization
• Experience in creating and leading diverse, effective, and productive teams of mission-aligned individuals
• A proven track record for operationalizing strategy and building systems, structures, and practices that support the operational efficacy of leadership teams
• Poised, confident, and mature with the ability to effectively interact with key stakeholders

Competencies:

• Coaches/Counsels/Evaluates Staff
• Displays Vision
• Customer Orientation
• Commitment to Continuous Quality/Process Improvement
• Continuous Learning/Development
• Job/Organizational Knowledge
• Makes Effective Decisions
• Resolves Conflicts Constructively

Benefits: We have an unlimited vacation policy–work hard and take time when you need it. We also offer a generous health package.

Applications Instructions: **Qualified candidates are welcome to apply. Please include your resume along with any professional references or Projects you have recently worked on for consideration**

*Converge Consulting LLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We work hard to ensure diverse slates of candidates for openings at our company.

Position Title: Senior Consultant 

FULL TIME POSITION (40 hours per week) 

Company Overview: Founded by Takema M. Robinson, in 2016, Converge is a Black woman owned social-justice consulting firm whose purpose is to accelerate the creation of a radically just new world, where communities of color thrive. We use an organizing framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. To do this, we organize people and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure to enable strong leaders, organizations and movements to grow.Converge is owned by its parent company Elysian Enterprises. 

About our work: Converge Consulting uses a strategic framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. Converge organizes information, people, and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure across the U.S. South where strong leaders, organizations and movements grow. 

OUR VALUES: 

1. Radical Imagination: We are the freedom dreams of our ancestors and the architects of a future for the coming generations.
2. Agency: We believe liberation demands people access their power to uphold the humanity and dignity of all people.
3. Collective Action: We believe dismantling historic oppression requires collective and strategic action to create a radically just new world.

Position Overview: Converge is looking for an experienced and proven Senior Consultant. The ideal candidate has a passion for leading teams in execution of flawless client engagements, for developing solutions rooted in the communities we serve, and for coaching teammates in the tools and processes of management consulting. We are looking for a candidate with a depth of experience in evaluation, business modeling, research, organizational development, and community change. 

Responsibilities: 

• Diagnose and frame client challenges and opportunities in a broad range of content areas (e.g. criminal justice, education, workforce development, health equity). 
• Lead teams of internal staff and outside consultants by providing executive-level direction, exhibiting both clarity and the willingness to make the tough decisions and have the difficult conversations. 
• Contribute to all phases of client work as a team member (including design, project management and implementation, preparing final deliverables, and presenting findings). 
• Design, implement, and evaluate programs and initiatives. 
• Design and facilitate working meetings, retreats, and working sessions with clients, internal teams and organizational partners. 
• Help build and maintain client relationships; support efforts to develop new business by contributing to proposal development and writing. 
• Advance and train staff on the firm’s approaches, methodologies, tools, and processes. 
• Advance the intellectual and reputational capital of the firm (e.g., developing tools, resources, and communications, presenting at conferences). 
• Support the development and growth of team members, including connecting them to the bigger picture of client engagements. 
• Cultivate and maintain a wide network of relationships in client, partner and community organizations 

Requirements: 

• A minimum of ten years nonprofit industry experience (post-college) including at least 3 years minimum in a consulting capacity (e.g., working for a consulting firm or running a solo practice). 
• Mastery of organizational and financial management fundamentals crucial to social sector impact and success. 
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Presentation and facilitation experience. 
• Qualitative or quantitative research experience. 
• Interest in learning the firm’s methodologies, tools, and processes and the ability to consistently apply these in client work. 
• Mission-driven passion for work in Black communities, other communities of color, and other historically marginalized groups.
• Deep personal and professional understanding of intersectionality and equity and how these play out with clients and communities. 
• Ability to tolerate ambiguity and create clarity as projects progress. 
• Comfort in operating with a high level of independence and efficiency, coupled with a desire to be a part of high-performing teams. 
• Internal and external resourcefulness when solving problems. 
• Ability to thrive in a playful, high-energy and entrepreneurial environment that relies heavily upon technology and is geographically dispersed. 
• Advanced understanding of Google Drive suite. 
• Ability to travel domestically (we are currently on a travel ban due to Covid-19). 

Bonus points if you have: 

• Philanthropic sector experience 
• Significant experiencing facilitating, leading or designing REI / DEI initiatives. 

Benefits: We have an unlimited vacation policy–work hard and take time when you need it. We also offer a generous health package. 

Applications Instructions: **Qualified candidates are welcome to apply. Please include your resume along with any professional references or Projects you have recently worked on for consideration** 

*Converge Consulting LLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We work hard to ensure diverse slates of candidates for openings at our company.

Position Title: Associate Consultant

CONTRACT POSITION

Company Overview: Founded by Takema M. Robinson, in 2016, Converge is a Black woman owned social-justice consulting firm whose purpose is to accelerate the creation of a radically just new world, where communities of color thrive. We use an organizing framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. To do this, we organize people and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure to enable strong leaders, organizations and movements to grow.Converge is owned by its parent company Elysian Enterprises.

About our work: Converge Consulting uses a strategic framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. Converge organizes information, people, and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure across the U.S. South where strong leaders, organizations and movements grow.

OUR VALUES:

1. Radical Imagination: We are the freedom dreams of our ancestors and the architects of a future for the coming generations.
2. Agency: We believe liberation demands people access their power to uphold the humanity and dignity of all people.
3. Collective Action: We believe dismantling historic oppression requires collective and strategic action to create a radically just new world.

Position Overview: The Associate Consultant will work on a contractual basis to lead projects that deliver excellence to the organization’s clients and partners. In this role, the Associate Consultant will chart, execute and implement strategy with an acute focus on building capacity and maximizing impact for client partners in alignment with Converge’s core values of Radical Imagination, Agency and Collective Action. This role participates in the development and management of new projects, including research, development and execution of scope of work. This position requires a balance of tactical prowess combined with strategic acumen. In addition to being an effective project manager, the successful Consultant will possess high research orientation and intellectual curiosity. 

This Associate Consultant requires a depth of experience in nonprofit management, organizational development and strategy with proven expertise within numerous areas of social justice. A non-exhaustive list of areas of expertise includes Philanthropy, Coalition Management, Community Development, Criminal Legal Reform, Women’s Reproductive Health, Rights and Justice, Gender Justice, Youth Development , Education/Arts, Economic Development, Housing, and Workforce Development.

This position will work closely with Converge’s Chief of Staff and will operate with a great deal of autonomy and independence in external engagements.. Critical success factors include a demonstrated ability to influence, capacity to build strong, inclusive relationships, and a commitment to helping drive social justice and equity. The Associate Consultant will assume the following responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

Project Management

• Work in concert with and parallel to project teams, including Project Managers, Coordinators and other Associates by providing project goals, scope and direction.
• Effectively engage in constructing and adhering to core responsibilities and deliverables with internal team members in service of client needs.
• Monitor performance and accountability and provide necessary support to the team.
• Monitor success of projects based on scope
• Project and monitor financials & track budget/invoicing and timeliness of deliverables

Client Management

• Lead all phases of complex partner engagement, including client needs assessment, strategy development, prospect research, engagement design, implementation, and delivery
• Project and predict the arc of the engagement, adjusting to, mitigating for and/or addressing shifts in the engagement’s trajectory

Position Title: Project Coordinator

FULL TIME POSITION (40 hours per week)

Company Overview: Founded by Takema M. Robinson, in 2016, Converge is a Black woman owned social-justice consulting firm whose purpose is to accelerate the creation of a radically just new world, where communities of color thrive. We use an organizing framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. To do this, we organize people and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure to enable strong leaders, organizations and movements to grow.Converge is owned by its parent company Elysian Enterprises.

About our work: Converge Consulting uses a strategic framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. Converge organizes information, people, and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure across the U.S. South where strong leaders, organizations and movements grow.

OUR VALUES:

1. Radical Imagination: We are the freedom dreams of our ancestors and the architects of a future for the coming generations.
2. Agency: We believe liberation demands people access their power to uphold the humanity and dignity of all people.
3. Collective Action: We believe dismantling historic oppression requires collective and strategic action to create a radically just new world.

Position Overview: The Project Coordinator role at Converge goes above and beyond the typical admin scope. You will become the right hand to multiple consultants and the heart of each project team’s operations. Your day to day will be a mix of administrative support and project support. Beyond that, you will handle impactful projects and become deeply involved in the business. This role largely operates behind the scene. You’re the glue of our consulting teams and the driving force that keeps Converge moving. 

Responsibilities:

• Be a calendar gatekeeper: prioritize, provide recommendations, edit meeting requests, ensure that timing and logistical details are in place.
• Plan and coordinate external-facing meetings, which may include cross-functional teams and outside vendors.
• Support team members and projects by filing expense reports, analyzing timesheets, and making purchases.
• Develop and maintain administrative processes that reduce redundancy and improve accuracy while achieving organizational objectives.
• Perform research and data analysis for client deliverables.
• Assist in administering projects, including managing project scope, resources, budget, and timeline.
• Coordinate among multiple project teams, including details about work schedules and task responsibilities via Monday.com, Slack and email on a continual basis.
• Assist the team with invoices and resolve any financial issues thereof.
• Maintain and track consultants and teams project tasks and goals.
• Help facilitate meetings by structuring agendas, taking notes, and organizing work streams.
• Assist in document management, compilation, distribution and storage.
• Communicate with partners, clients, consultants, subcontractors and other external sources on a professional level.
• Initiate administrative processes for efficiency; draft team playbooks and procedures.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 2-3 years nonprofit industry experience (post-college) including at least 1 years minimum in a consulting capacity (e.g., working for a consulting firm or running a solo practice).
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Presentation and facilitation experience.
• Qualitative or quantitative research experience.
• Mission-driven passion for work in Black communities, other communities of color, and other historically marginalized groups.
• Comfort in operating with a high level of independence and efficiency, coupled with a desire to be a part of high-performing teams.
• PMP certification preferred
• Strong scheduling, calendar management skills and attention to detail
• Advanced understanding of Google Drive suite.
• Internal and external resourcefulness when solving problems
• The ability to design and edit graphic presentations and materials
• Ability to thrive in a playful, high-energy and entrepreneurial environment that relies heavily upon technology and is geographically dispersed.
• Ability to build strong relationships and work with people at all levels of an organization
• Superior planning and project management skills, with a keen attention to detail
• Experience in editing content and developing slide and pitch decks
• Poised, confident, and mature with the ability to effectively interact with key stakeholders

Bonus points if you have:

• Exceptional social media chops
• Outstanding technology fluency (a knack for understanding and evaluating apps and hardware)
• Graphic design experience

Competencies:

• Customer Orientation
• Continuous Learning/Development
• Job/Organizational Knowledge
• Makes Effective Decisions
• Planning/Organization
• Resolves Conflicts Constructively
• Displays Vision

Benefits: We have an unlimited vacation policy–work hard and take time when you need it. We also offer a generous health package.

Applications Instructions: **Qualified candidates are welcome to apply. Please include your resume along with any professional references or Projects you have recently worked on for consideration**

*Converge Consulting LLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We work hard to ensure diverse slates of candidates for openings at our company.

Position Title: Converge College Enrollment and Support Specialist

FULL TIME POSITION (40 hours per week)

Company Overview: Founded by Takema M. Robinson, in 2016, Converge is a Black woman owned social-justice consulting firm whose purpose is to accelerate the creation of a radically just new world, where communities of color thrive. We use an organizing framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. To do this, we organize people and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure to enable strong leaders, organizations and movements to grow.Converge is owned by its parent company Elysian Enterprises.

About our work: Converge Consulting uses a strategic framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. Converge organizes information, people, and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure across the U.S. South where strong leaders, organizations and movements grow.

OUR VALUES:

1. Radical Imagination: We are the freedom dreams of our ancestors and the architects of a future for the coming generations.
2. Agency: We believe liberation demands people access their power to uphold the humanity and dignity of all people.
3. Collective Action: We believe dismantling historic oppression requires collective and strategic action to create a radically just new world.

Position Overview: Converge College, Converge’s newest business line, dedicated to training and equipping nonprofit leaders and professionals with racial and intersectional equity tools for their organization launches on February 7, 2022. The Enrollment and Support Specialist will report directly to the Converge College Dean. This position will have a pivotal role in supporting launch activities such as course sales, student enrollment, student experience activities, course inquiries and communication, support group monitoring, technical support to students, and other duties as assigned by the CC Dean.

At Converge, there are a lot of moving parts. The Enrollment and Support Specialist will need to stay on top of each assigned project and task. You will need to present information and respond to questions and inquiries from prospective and current students in a timely and diplomatic manner.

The ideal candidate is someone who LOVES being helpful, who is service-minded and detail-oriented enough to be super organized amidst occasional chaos but flexible enough to enjoy the unpredictable nature of our days. We are seeking someone who juggles diverse responsibilities with grace and humor and possesses the knack to anticipate the needs of the team and effectively resolve admin and operational issues before they arise. Candidates with a history of supporting course enrollment management, learning communities, and developing presentation slide and pitch decks and are social media savvy with strong editing skills are encouraged to apply. 

Responsibilities

• Be a calendar gatekeeper: prioritize, provide recommendations, edit meeting requests, ensure that timing and logistical details are in place.Includes serving as technical support, monitoring inquiries, and facilitating Q & A sessions.
• Plan and coordinate external-facing meetings, which may include cross-functional teams and outside vendors.
• Respond to students and lead inquiries in a timely manner and escalate to CC leadership when necessary.
• Encourage and moderate conversations and content in CC community spaces.
• Monitor student experience, launch and lead/sales workflows and notify CC leadership of processes and feedback.
• Review, track, and support CC application workflows and support communication regarding status and acceptance.
• Assist in managing the content and engagement calendar for CC.
• Support pre, during and post course launch activities. Including sending surveys and coordinating focus groups and interviews with students.
• Contribute to designing, development, implementation and evaluation of CC services and products.
• Coordinate and support course communication and meeting activities such as orientations, class sessions and end of course celebrations.
• Update and manage student profiles and contribute to CRM workflows and sales funnel processes.
• Other Duties may be assigned

Requirements:

• A minimum of 1-3 years nonprofit industry experience (post-college) including at least 2 years minimum in an enrollment specialist position
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Qualitative or quantitative research experience.
• Mission-driven passion for work in Black communities, other communities of color, and other historically marginalized groups.
• Comfort in operating with a high level of independence and efficiency, coupled with a desire to be a part of high-performing teams.
• Strong scheduling, calendar management skills and attention to detail
• Advanced understanding of Google Drive suite.
• Internal and external resourcefulness when solving problems
• The ability to design and edit graphic presentations and materials
• Ability to thrive in a playful, high-energy and entrepreneurial environment that relies heavily upon technology and is geographically dispersed.
• Ability to build strong relationships and work with people at all levels of an organization
• Superior planning and project management skills, with a keen attention to detail
• Experience in editing content and developing slide and pitch decks
• Poised, confident, and mature with the ability to effectively interact with key stakeholders

Bonus points if you have:

• Exceptional social media chops
• Outstanding technology fluency (a knack for understanding and evaluating apps and hardware)
• Graphic design experience

Competencies:

• Customer Orientation
• Continuous Learning/Development
• Job/Organizational Knowledge
• Makes Effective Decisions
• Planning/Organization
• Displays Vision

Benefits: We have an unlimited vacation policy–work hard and take time when you need it. We also offer a generous health package.

Applications Instructions: **Qualified candidates are welcome to apply. Please include your resume along with any professional references and a writing sample for consideration**

Position Title: Executive Administrative Assistant

FULL TIME POSITION (40 hours per week)

Company Overview: Founded by Takema M. Robinson, in 2016, Converge is a Black woman owned social-justice consulting firm whose purpose is to accelerate the creation of a radically just new world, where communities of color thrive. We use an organizing framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. To do this, we organize people and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure to enable strong leaders, organizations and movements to grow.Converge is owned by its parent company Elysian Enterprises.

About our work: Converge Consulting uses a strategic framework to shift power so communities of color are self-defined and self-determined. Converge organizes information, people, and resources to build a robust social justice infrastructure across the U.S. South where strong leaders, organizations and movements grow.

OUR VALUES:

1. Radical Imagination: We are the freedom dreams of our ancestors and the architects of a future for the coming generations.
2. Agency: We believe liberation demands people access their power to uphold the humanity and dignity of all people.
3. Collective Action: We believe dismantling historic oppression requires collective and strategic action to create a radically just new world.

Position Overview: Converge is seeking an experienced Executive Administrative Assistant reporting directly to the Chief of Staff (COS). The Executive Administrative Assistant coordinates outreach, and external relations efforts; and oversees special projects. The Executive Administrative Assistant must be organized, creative and enjoy working within an entrepreneurial environment that is mission, and results-driven. The ideal candidate has the ability to exercise a high degree of professionalism interacting with diverse groups including board members, senior executives, staff, community leaders, and partners. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations, and events that often require a quick response or turnaround.

Roles & Responsibilities

Administrative Support

• Complete a broad variety of administrative tasks for the COS including but not limited to: calendaring, composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential
• Prioritize inquiries, and requests while troubleshooting scheduling conflicts
• Arrange and handle all logistics for meetings and events including scheduling, drafting agendas, develop, compile, and distribute presentation materials; and record meeting minutes
• Coordinate all team meetings and assist with staff meetings and virtual events as needed
• Demonstrate proactive approaches to problem solving with strong decision-making capability
• Actively seeks opportunities, and proposes solutions (Forward thinker)
• Prioritize, research and follow-up on incoming issues, and concerns addressed to the COS, determine the appropriate course of action, referral, or response
• Maintain diplomatic communication between the COS and internal departments
• Exhibit leadership competency maintaining confidentiality, trust, and support with senior managerial staff, senior consultants, and associate consultants, etc.
• Complete special projects/duties as assigned for the overall benefit of the organization

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals, and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Strong ability to execute work with a diversity, equity and inclusion lens
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Adaptability to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service
• Exceptional organizational skills with impeccable attention to detail
• Very strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal/external stakeholders
• HIghly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently
• Emotional maturity

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• A minimum of 3-5 years experience (post-college) supporting executives
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Mission-driven passion for work in Black communities, other communities of color, and other historically marginalized groups.
• Internal and external resourcefulness when solving problems
• The ability to design and edit graphic presentations and materials
• Ability to thrive in a playful, high-energy and entrepreneurial environment that relies heavily upon technology and is geographically dispersed.
• Comfort in operating with a high level of independence and efficiency, coupled with a desire to be a part of high-performing teams.
• Strong scheduling, calendar management skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in Google Suite (Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Gmail etc.), Adobe Acrobat, and Social Media web platforms
• The ability to design and edit graphic presentations and materials
• Superior planning and project management skills, with a keen attention to detail
• Poised, confident, and mature with the ability to effectively interact with key stakeholders

 Competencies:

• Customer Orientation
• Continuous Learning/Development
• Job/Organizational Knowledge
• Makes Effective Decisions
• Planning/Organization

Benefits: We have an unlimited vacation policy–work hard and take time when you need it. We also offer a generous health package.

Applications Instructions: **Qualified candidates are welcome to apply. Please include your resume along with any professional references and a writing sample for consideration**

*Converge Consulting LLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We work hard to ensure diverse slates of candidates for openings at our company.