Organizational Strategist

Organizational Strategist
Yes, M.I.S.S. Inc.

Duration: 6-12 months
Hours: 5-10 hours per week
Location: Virtual/Hybrid
Compensation: Unpaid (internship)

About Yes, M.I.S.S. Inc.

Yes, M.I.S.S. Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing college and career readiness programming to students across Bergen, Passaic, and Essex counties. We are on a mission to scale our impact to serve 1,000 students, and we need a strategic, entrepreneurial individual to help us achieve this ambitious goal.

Position Overview:

As the Organizational Strategist, you will work closely with the founder and executive director, Shanita Perdomo, gaining an inside look at the leadership and operational aspects of running a nonprofit. This is a hands-on role where you will contribute to key areas of the organization’s growth, from finance and grant writing to donor relations and strategic planning. This role is ideal for someone with a startup mindset, comfortable with rolling up their sleeves, and eager to help create something from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership Insight:
  • Attend leadership meetings, fundraising consultations, and other high-level discussions, gaining insight into nonprofit strategy and decision-making.
• Business Development Support:
  • Assist with the growth of Yes, M.I.S.S. Inc. by working on strategic initiatives aimed at scaling programs to serve more students.
  • Engage in donor stewardship, helping build relationships with key supporters and partners.
• Finance and Grant Sourcing:
  • Work with the founder on finance-related tasks, including budget planning and tracking.
  • Assist with sourcing and writing grants to secure funding for Yes, M.I.S.S. Inc.’s programs.
• Presentation and Deck Creation:
  • Develop PowerPoint decks for fundraising pitches, presentations, and strategic meetings.
• Operational Strategy:
  • Participate in strategic planning, identifying opportunities for organizational growth, efficiency improvements, and impact scaling.

Qualifications:

• Entrepreneurial Spirit: You thrive in startup environments, are adaptable, and can work through ambiguity and change.
• Grit and Resilience: Comfortable with challenges and pivots, willing to roll up your sleeves to get the job done.
• Strong Interpersonal Skills: You are able to build relationships and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Organizational Skills: Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks efficiently.
• Creative Thinking: You think outside the box, always looking for innovative solutions to drive growth and success.
• Interest in Business Development or Operations: You have a passion for building and scaling businesses or nonprofit organizations.

Perks:

• Leadership Exposure: Work directly with the founder and executive director to learn the intricacies of leading a nonprofit.
• Hands-On Experience: Gain experience in finance, grant writing, strategic planning, and operations.
• Entrepreneurial Environment: Work in a fast-paced, startup-like setting, with the opportunity to shape and grow key initiatives.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position to shanita@yesmissinc.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.