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The Lenfest Institute for Journalism Head of National Programs in Philadelphia, PA [1]

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Date: 2024-01

The Lenfest Institute for Journalism seeks a full-time Head of National Programs to lead the Institute’s work with news organizations across the country. The Institute’s national portfolio empowers the next era of local journalism with programs that are unique and provide essential support for local news organizations transitioning to and building a sustainable digital future.

The primary current national programs include:

Communities of Practice: We currently manage four communities of practice: the News Philanthropy Network (more than 2,000 individual members), the Audience Development Community (more than 350 individual members), the Statewide News Collective (29 member organizations), and the Engaged Cities Community (9 member organizations).

Beyond Print : This program includes grants, experimentation, convenings, idea-sharing and publishing to ensure important local news organizations make the transition to a predominantly digital future.

Advisory Services : We advise news organizations exploring changes of ownership structure, such as to nonprofit status, and with their financial and business planning. We work with them to develop pitch decks if they are startups, to help them design useful regular financial data and metrics, and to plot a path to a sustainable digital future.

Fiscal sponsorships of companies and projects : As a public charity, rather than a private foundation, The Lenfest Institute can use its tax status and reliable, efficient administrative capabilities to help news organizations and supporting organizations achieve their goals. We sponsor both companies, such as National Trust for Local News and Capital B while they were awaiting an IRS ruling on their non-profit status, and projects, such as the Lenfest Local News Infrastructure Fund.

Convenings and other work in support of the Institute’s national strategy.

Job activities:

Serve as a key member of the Institute team and collaborate regularly with internal departments, consultants, partners and other stakeholders.

Attend Board meetings, and work closely with Board committees on goals and direction of national programs.

Manage staff of two plus consultants working on various national projects. Set goals, ensure they are met, and find and hire consultants through equitable processes.

Develop and manage the budget for National programs and grants.

Work directly with news organizations to understand their needs, advise them, and bring resources to bear.

Represent the Institute in convenings, meetings, and forums for the benefit of local news.

Design and administer programs and grants to advance the mission of the Institute and to serve local news.

Collaborate with the Institute’s editorial and communications staff to share lessons, create playbooks and tool kits, and publish case studies and other resources to help local news organizations achieve long-term digital sustainability and advance the Institute’s mission

Experience and qualifications:

The ideal candidate is an organized and self-motivated team member with a track record in program management and experience in the news industry.

Things we look for in an ideal candidate:

At least 10-years of experience leading teams and producing results.

Understanding of the local news industry, its challenges and opportunities.

Familiarity with the operating issues that local news organizations face.

Consulting experience and/or an MBA preferred.

Excellent writing and presentation skills.

A mission-driven person, who cares about local news, innovation and democracy and is committed to equity in all aspects of the work.

Exceptional interpersonal skills, including being comfortable facilitating large group meetings, and a natural curiosity to learn about people from a variety of backgrounds.

Ability to juggle multiple projects, work with various stakeholders and contractors, and connect with people across time zones.

Familiarity with using digital tools to stay organized, communicate transparently, and collaborate with team members remotely .

A great collaborator who works well with advancement, finance, operations, and others.

Ability to work with funders on ideas for National Programs, in cooperation with the Institute’s Advancement team.

A person who takes initiative.

Employment details

The Head of National Programs is a key leadership position at the Institute, involved in all aspects of the Institute working across departments. The Head of National Programs leads a team of two, plus consultants as needed, and has primary responsibility for executing the Institute’s national strategy. The salary is expected to be between $160,000-$180,000, though there is some flexibility depending upon experience.

The Lenfest Institute’s office is located in Philadelphia, PA. Our staff currently works on a hybrid schedule with staff working in the office once per week on Wednesdays. We will consider remote candidates from anywhere in the Mid-Atlantic or Northeast regions who can easily travel to Philadelphia on a regular basis. This job will also include travel to conferences and other Institute events approximately four to six times per year.

The Institute provides a comprehensive benefits package including:

Minimum of 18 d ays of paid time off, plus 10 corporate holidays and a winter break the last week of the calendar year

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term insurance policies

Professional development opportunities

About The Lenfest Institute for Journalism

The Lenfest Institute for Journalism is a unique nonprofit organization whose sole mission is to build sustainable business models for local journalism. With the guiding belief that quality news and information is essential to a healthy, just, vibrant democracy,

The Lenfest Institute delivers training and support programs, provides grant funding and synthesizes best practices to develop and disseminate sustainable solutions to the business challenges facing local news providers. Our four core focus areas are: The Philadelphia Inquirer, the Philadelphia news media ecosystem, Pennsylvania, and national solutions for local news. See www.LenfestInstitute.org for more information on the Institute’s grants, programs, mission, and impact.

The Lenfest Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to apply so we can build a team that reflects the diversity of news organizations and journalism professionals we wish to serve. We view diversity as multi-dimensional and intersectional, encompassing race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability, class, geography, veteran status, lived experiences, and more.

We know there are excellent candidates who might not have all the skills and experience that we have outlined. If that describes you, please apply and tell us about yourself.

How to apply

Please email a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with “Head of National Programs” in the subject line. The deadline to apply for this position is February 8th. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

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