Executive Director, Land and Communities Strategist

4 days ago

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Lincoln Institute of Land Policy Full time
Job Overview

The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy seeks a seasoned Executive Director to lead its Land and Communities impact area. This senior position will oversee key components of the Institute's vision and strategy for effecting positive change in communities and the environment through cutting-edge land policies and land use management practices.

The successful candidate will develop and manage the Institute's strategy on Land and Communities, forging innovative approaches to land policy and community engagement practices in service of healthier, resilient, and more equitable communities. They will also strengthen the Institute's knowledge base on the relationship between land, ecosystems, and socioeconomic outcomes at different territorial scales.

This is a unique opportunity to join a leading think tank and contribute to the development of research, knowledge, and practices that advance the Institute's mission in support of prosperous, sustainable cities, regions, and communities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and manage the Land and Communities strategy, its long-term goals, and mission statement in collaboration with the Directors and Associate Directors within the impact area.
  • Set and enforce research priorities and standards of quality for research and educational and technical assistance programs that rely on that research.
  • Empower teams within the impact area in the development and implementation of their respective strategies and proposals for external funding.
  • Implement strategy development for Institute-wide initiatives and research themes in collaboration with other programmatic Executive Directors for issues such as climate adaptation, housing, and property rights.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director for Research on the coordination of research initiatives and outputs with curriculum development needs within Claremont Lincoln University and other educational institutions.
  • Influence the design and implementation of research seminars and technical assistance initiatives.
  • Lead budget development and resourcing for the impact area, including presentation to the Lincoln Board of Directors, engagement of outside funders, etc.
  • Establish and grow research, practitioner, and community-leader networks to advance the mid- and long-term objectives of the impact area.
  • Develop a fundraising pipeline in collaboration with impact area teams and the Institute's Partnerships unit.
Requirements
  • 15+ years of relevant professional experience within the fields underpinning land and community-focused work.
  • Doctorate degree preferred. Juris Doctorate or Graduate degree commensurate with experience and accomplishments considered.
  • Expert-level subject matter expertise in theories and topics relevant to the Institute's impact area and related policy implementation.
  • Demonstrated lived and practitioner experience to support the Institute's work and diverse forms of engagement with public sector employees, as well as civic and community leaders.
  • Superior communication, leadership, and presentation skills to act as the public face of the Institute about topics relevant to their subject matter expertise.
  • Demonstrated acumen and experience addressing strategic and operational issues when managing initiatives, complex projects, teams, and individuals.
  • Demonstrated ability and interest in training policymakers, their advisors, and staff.
  • Demonstrated ability and interest in initiating and negotiating collaborations with relevant institutions working on subject matter that falls within the Institute's impact area.
  • Extensive record of accomplishment leading teams to successful completion of work.
  • Excellent critical thinking/problem-solving skills and ability to develop creative approaches to complex issues.
  • Professional demeanor with positive, collegial, and collaborative leadership skills for multidisciplinary programs.
  • Task-oriented work ethic, responsiveness to deadlines, and a common-sense approach to moving projects and agendas forward.
  • Demonstrated and well-respected integrity and sound judgment.

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