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Membership Support Specialist - Early Childhood Bilingual Hybrid Location: Englewood, CO (hybrid) or Remote Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular Department: ELV Business Services Reports To: Regional Membership Development Manager Travel: Up to 25% (local and national) About the Role: We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Early Childhood Membership Support Specialist to join our Membership Development team. This role plays a vital part in supporting our mission by providing administrative and operational support, managing client relationships and data, and assisting with membership outreach efforts. Early Learning Ventures (ELV) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the business side of early care and education (ECE) programs. Through innovative technology solutions and strategic partnerships, ELV helps child care providers streamline operations, improve program quality, and increase access to affordable, high-quality care for families. Our mission is to support the sustainability and success of early childhood programs so they can focus on what matters most-children. Key Responsibilities: Provide administrative support to the Membership Development team, including scheduling, documentation, and internal coordination. Coordinate logistics for events, conferences, and outreach efforts. Maintain and update client records in CRM systems, ensuring data accuracy and integrity. Support outreach campaigns and engagement strategies to grow and retain ELV's membership base. Create promotional materials and support marketing campaigns. Develop and manage social media content and monthly newsletters. Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree 2+ years of full-time, professional experience in administrative, operational, or outreach-focused roles (internship and volunteer experience will not be considered toward this requirement) Proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM Experience with Microsoft Office, Canva, Mailchimp Strong written and verbal communication, organization, and time management skills Passionate about supporting early childhood education and making a meaningful impact through behind-the-scenes work Preferred: Degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related field Bilingual in English and Spanish (written and spoken) 3-5 years of full-time, professional experience in administrative, operational, or outreach-focused roles (internship and volunteer experience will not be considered toward this requirement) Prior work in early childhood education or nonprofit sectors What Does Early Learning Ventures Have to Offer You? Excellent benefits (medical, dental, & vision) Company-paid life insurance Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Insurance 401(k) with company match Company-Paid Employee assistance programs Paid vacation days Paid personal days Paid holidays Sick Days Compensation details: 8 Yearly Salary PI44291acb5-

ELV Executive Director About Early Learning Ventures (ELV) Early Learning Ventures (ELV) is a nationally recognized, mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to strengthening the childcare ecosystem by equipping providers with innovative technology and operational solutions. Our software suite streamlines administrative processes, ensures regulatory compliance, and expands access to high-quality early childhood education for families and communities. Founded in 2009 by the David + Laura Merage Foundation, ELV was created to advance the vision of universal access to high-quality early learning. In 2016, ELV became an independent public nonprofit and continues to operate from its headquarters within the Foundations offices. We understand that most childcare providers are small businessesdeeply committed to children yet often lacking the resources to optimize quality and efficiency. ELV addresses this gap through a robust suite of back-office supports, including Alliance CORE , our licensing-compliant childcare management system, designed to reduce administrative burdens and elevate performance for providers of all sizes. More than a technology provider, ELV pioneered a Child Care Shared Services model that combines operational excellence with technological innovation. Today, this model spans 20 statesand we are poised for significant growth. The incoming Executive Director will lead the charge to accelerate this national expansion and amplify our impact SR1 . Position Summary ELV seeks a visionary, entrepreneurial Executive Director to propel the organization into its next phase of growth and impact. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a high-potential social impact organization at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and social impact. The ideal candidate is a dynamic leader with: Proven success in boldly accelerating growth and impact at mission-driven organizations or technology-enabled enterprises A deep commitment and passion to advancing early childhood education and strengthening small business performance Strong business acumen and growth orientation , including knowledge in marketing, branding, and strategic partnerships Fluency in leveraging technology for operational efficiency and systemic change As Executive Director, you will: Define and execute ELVs strategic vision, ensuring alignment with mission and measurable impact Accelerate national expansion and growth, operational excellence, and financial sustainability Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing team while fostering a culture of innovation and accountability Oversee program development, stakeholder engagement, and national scalability Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors, ensuring transparency and organizational performance This role demands a bold, forward-thinking leader who thrives in complexity, embraces innovation, and is passionate about creating lasting change for children, families, and communities. Qualifications Passion for mission-driven work and improving societal outcomes. Demonstrated success in scaling operations and growing revenue. Expertise in marketing, branding, and strategic communications. Strong strategic thinking, financial acumen, and operational leadership. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership skills Proven experience in a technology-enabled, high-growth SaaS (Software as a Service), edtech, or mission-driven business. Nonprofit and for-profit experience preferred. MBA preferred. Travel Requirements Approximately 30% travel domestically. What Does Early Learning Ventures Have to Offer You? Excellent benefits (medical, dental, & vision) Company-paid life insurance Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Insurance 401(k) with company match Company-Paid Employee assistance programs Paid vacation days Paid personal days Paid holidays Sick Days Salary Range $150,000-$170,000 (plus bonus) Compensation details: 00 Yearly Salary PIfe05544c58db-9217

Summary Merage Foundations is a consortium of nonprofit family foundations, including the David Merage Foundation for Confronting Antisemitism, headquartered in Englewood, Colorado. The mission of the David Merage Foundation is to mobilize the largest possible movement of Americans to confront Jew hatred and the moral and mortal threat it poses. The position requires a high-performing, bold leader who will be comfortable in a dynamic environment and ready to play a key role on a passionate, dedicated team and enjoys working in a fast-paced and results-driven environment. The successful candidate will be creative, forceful, resourceful, can attend to detail, and effectively manage multiple simultaneous responsibilities. Reporting to Laura Merage, responsibilities will include advancing and implementing the Foundation's strategy on confronting antisemitism in the US. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on, nimble, diplomatic, and innovative leader; have an active management and leadership approach with a focus on results and commitment to excellence and collaboration across the larger organization and beyond. Success will require adeptly balancing strategic thinking with effective implementation. Guiding Principles We are LEADERS in VENTURE PHILANTHROPY . We are BOLD in our VISION and our ACTIONS . We are ACCOUNTABLE for achieving RESULTS . We FOCUS our efforts on initiatives with maximum IMPACT . We are ENTREPRENEURIAL in our approach. We COLLABORATE with others who share our values. We INNOVATE and CREATE CHANGE . We recognize the URGENCY of our work. We are COMMITTED to our mission for the long term. We WORK HARD to accomplish our GOALS . We have FUN . Essential Duties & Responsibilities Leverage excellent problem-solving skills, ensuring that obstacles are overcome with efficient, effective, and bold solutions Manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously, maintaining a clear overview of all moving parts within the organization while ensuring that each team member is aligned with the organization's goals and working cohesively towards them Professionally, diplomatically, and effectively represent the Foundation to various stakeholders to help catalyze action towards stopping Jew hatred Steer the organization towards its strategic objectives while fostering an environment that promotes growth and innovation Seek out and facilitate opportunities to partner with other institutions and organizations to advance the Foundation's mission Manage the grant-making for the Foundation in alignment with the overall strategy to confront antisemitism Manage the finances of the Foundation in partnership with other organizational leaders Keep abreast of community and national issues and trends that have impact on the work of the Foundation and share this knowledge with the Board as appropriate Lead, manage, and implement all strategies for the Foundation Maintain collaborative, effective working relationship with the business office Candidate Profile A bold, fearless, passionate, diplomatic, and charismatic leader who can effectively advocate for the priorities of the Foundation and is committed to changing hearts and minds Someone with executive presence that inspires confidence and commands respect Must be hands-on, resourceful, nimble, and creative; have an active management and leadership approach A strategic thinker with ability to envision bold outcomes while also being an effective executor and implementor, catalyzing for action and results Expects excellence from the management, staff, vendors, and partners, setting high expectations for self and team Understands that this a complex position that requires hard work and dedication to results A leader who can operationalize the family's goals around confronting antisemitism with bold, creative, efficient, and effective tactics, with the highest professional ethical and reputational standards Experience with developing individual and organizational performance metrics and designing tracking and reporting methods Someone who has a wide circle of influence and can gain the trust and cooperation of others at all levels of business and government Knowledge of Private Family Foundation principals and concepts Strong organizational skills with ability to adhere to fast-paced project timelines Experience & Qualifications Minimum bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Management or related degree, Graduate degree preferred Experience in collective impact, convening and leading other organizations towards common goals, developing funding partners and alliances Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM Preferred experience in Philanthropy/Nonprofit administration and Startups Preferred experience or exposure to confronting antisemitism Strong communication skills Ability to address challenges with creative problem solving and maintain high performance levels in a rapidly evolving work environment High emotional intelligence and excellent relationship building skills Preferred experience preparing and administering budgets Ability to interface with sensitive information ethically and responsibly Strong organizational skills with ability to adhere to fast-paced project timelines Travel Approximately 30% Salary Range $150,000 - $175,000 annually Benefits A comprehensive benefits package that includes superior medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability coverage, sick pay, generous vacation and holiday allowances, and a robust 401(k) plan. 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