Soon a new team promoting paid leave in the private sector?

Read the ad recently posted by Panorama Global (headed by Gabrielle Fitzgerald) about its new project: Panorama has received funding from a prominent U.S. philanthropist to better understand the private sector and how they make decisions regarding paid leave. Based on our findings, we will test different approaches to influencing those companies and see if we can find the right mix of strategy and tactics to move the needle on paid leave programs in the U.S. Our goal by the end of this project is to have a much deeper understanding of the landscape, and determine a recommended path forward to drive adoption of paid leave programs in the private sector. A concern shared by the recent research published by the Center for American Progress. Who is the mysterious and still anonymous 'prominent US philanthropist" supporting this initiative? Could she be Melinda Gates? She expressed several times her concern about paid family leave.

Director, Paid Leave
Panorama Global - Seattle, WA

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND: Panorama is a non-profit action tank working to solve global problems through audacious thinking and bold action. We bring together diverse perspectives to spark new ideas that create change on issues affecting people, the planet and productivity. We partner with ambitious leaders to help strengthen their organizations and advance priority issues. We also initiate our own projects when we see gaps that need to be filled. To make the biggest impact, we combine strategic thinking and the knowhow to get things done. We are a team of strategists, advocates, campaigners, analysts, storytellers, resource mobilizers and organizational designers with deep experience in foundations, NGOs, private companies and public institutions. Panorama was founded by CEO Gabrielle Fitzgerald, inspired by her life-long commitment to improve our world. Gabrielle has more than 20 years of experience leading organizations and partnering with leaders to make global change. Gabrielle develops innovative solutions for global issues that measurably impact people, organizations and countries. She holds extensive experience designing and driving strategies that shape policy, advocacy, funding and organizational development for global issues including HIV, malaria, Ebola, vaccines, agriculture and refugees. Panorama is headquartered in Seattle with a global team and network. PROJECT BACKGROUND: Panorama has received funding from a prominent U.S. philanthropist to better understand the private sector and how they make decisions regarding paid leave. Based on our findings, we will test different approaches to influencing those companies and see if we can find the right mix of strategy and tactics to move the needle on paid leave programs in the U.S. Our goal by the end of this project is to have a much deeper understanding of the landscape, and determine a recommended path forward to drive adoption of paid leave programs in the private sector. In order for us to develop a deeper understanding of what drives these companies, we will establish meaningful, strategic relationships with targeted organizations and professional associations to position ourselves as a trusted resource on the issue. We will gather information and test a variety of different approaches to see which, if any, result in policy change. We will not utilize a public-facing advocacy campaign, unlike so many other organizations currently working in this space. Our objectives for this project are: Develop, execute and refine strategy to influence the private sector to provide paid family medical leave to their employees; Build relationships with targeted large employers to understand how they think about Paid Leave programs; Engage professional associations to understand how they and their members can assist in advocating for Paid Leave programs; Create an enabling environment within the business community for Paid Leave POSITION SUMMARY: The Director leads and manages Panorama’s Paid Leave team. The team is comprised of four people: Director; Communications Officer; External Relations Officer; and a Project Manager. The Director is responsible for providing strategic vision and leadership to the Paid Leave team, whose long-term goal is to drive adoption of paid leave programs in the private sector. The location of this job is flexible. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct the development and execution of the Paid Leave Private Sector influence strategy. This will include using evidence, direct engagement with private sector leaders, leveraging champions and deploying strategic communications. Build and manage partnerships with targeted private sector companies and intermediaries. Represent Panorama to key external constituencies. This includes both formal and informal presentations, such as participating on panels, and attending conferences and other meetings as necessary. Manage the Paid Leave project, including budget expenditures and reporting requirements. Be responsible for managing the Paid Leave team, ensuring successful employee onboarding, communicating performance expectations, creating goal alignment, integrating project and change management, giving and seeking feedback, providing coaching, measuring progress and holding people accountable, supporting employee development, and recognizing achievement and lessons learned. Other duties may be assigned as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Track record of experience managing complex initiatives, building relationships and marshaling data and evidence to make a compelling case. Ability to influence by creating and executing strategies that persuade key stakeholders to take action that will advance shared interests and business goals. Creative, energetic and innovative approach to identifying solutions. Ability to manage a team, ensuring collaboration while delivering results and staying on budget. Demonstrated track record of being politically savvy and maintaining a broad awareness of policy issues that might impact this initiative. Excellent oral and written communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to create persuasive and clear oral and written communications. APPLICATION : Please provide a cover letter and resume. Job Type: Full-time