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Are you an entrepreneurial person?

You’ve been catalyzing change your entire life. You know how to light fires under other people's seats, and others can’t help but follow your lead. You’re relentless when it comes to understanding problems and equally driven to generate solutions.

If this sounds like you – then Ashoka is the place for you. If this sounds like someone you know – then please send them to us!

Ashoka has a number of openings with our United States Program. Take a look at these current job openings posted below. Please be sure to include salary expectations in your cover letter. All positions based in Arlington, VA.

Ashoka US is also currently looking for Associates. Click here for more information.

We also periodically advertize positions at Ashoka Fellows' organization. Click here to find out more.

INTRODUCING ASHOKA’S EMPATHY INITIATIVE

The world is changing—faster than ever before—from a society run by elites to one in which everyone can be a changemaker. In this new world, one of the most essential skills for people to master, and for institutions to nurture, is empathy. Together with a powerful coalition of partners, we’re turning our attention to the education systems in the United States, and aim to embed empathy into today’s core learning standards and education strategies.

We’re currently seeking two Empathy leaders who will help us make that promise a reality. We're looking for people with a strong vision for a world in which mastering empathy is held in the same esteem as learning math. And we believe those individuals could come from any sector or background. Whether your background is in education, social entrepreneurship, psychology, marketing and movement-making, or an altogether different field, we hope you'll consider joining us.

ASHOKA US EMPATHY LEADER

Lead a team and collaborate with peer entrepreneurs to advance the field of empathy learning & to change the landscape of education in the U.S.
Manage media and other external relations for the organization and grow visibility of initiative through public engagements and speaking opportunities
Identify & engage key partners in education and media, as well as corporate, philanthropic, & nonprofit sectors
Oversee capacity development to meet objectives (talent, funding, and in-kind support)
Coordinate and collaborate across programs and partners to ensure organization-wide integration
Serve as a member of the senior leadership team, contributing to strategic decision-making at both the national and global levels

For more information and to apply, click here.

Additionally, we are seeking an ASHOKA US CHANGE LEADER to:

Enhance and implement business strategy aligned with Ashoka’s vision for the US
Expand revenue generating and fundraising activities to support existing programs and the growth of Ashoka in the US; cultivate existing relationships and develop new pools of partners
Attract, develop and engage new partners for Ashoka from business, social and public sector that advance mission and ensure sustainability
Shape those partnerships strategically, manage the relationship and oversee related program execution
Demonstrate consistent quality of finance and administration, communications, and systems; recommend timelines and resources needed to achieve program goals
Create and deliver new/existing products and services for business and social entrepreneurs
Represent Ashoka’s thought leadership position at public venues, speaking engagements, & conferences
Expand team capacity through talent recruitment
Serve as a member of the senior leadership team, contributing to strategic decision-making at both the national and global levels

Ideal candidate will have:

At least 10 years of entrepreneurial/intrapreneurial experience in any sector (not required social sector).
Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people, coming from all sectors, especially at highest leadership levels.
Integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-initiative with passion for the questions that Ashoka addresses.
Unwavering commitment to quality programs and excellence in organizational and project management with the ability to achieve strategic objectives and manage a budget.
Strong demonstrated fundraising experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders including business entrepreneurs, advisory groups, foundations, corporate sponsors, and practitioner groups.
Commitment to working collaboratively with a management team of senior professionals.

Critical Competencies for Success