Position Overview
The Vice President of Launchpad will lead strategy, sales and operations of Launchpad, building a scalable and sustainable product offering from itrek. Reporting to the Chief Executive Offer, the VP focuses on high-level strategy, financial planning, program planning and operations, and research. The VP will supervise a team of four initially, both sales team and program execution, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, talent growth, and driving overall success.

Primary Responsibilities

• Strategic Management:
• Develop, execute, and iterate the growth strategy for Launchpad working closely with itrek’s CEO and Chief Program Officer (CPO).
• Develop and execute the go-to-market strategy for each target market with demonstrable scalability, sustainability and impact.
• Work closely with the CPO to align Launchpad’s growth strategy and alumni engagement strategy with the organization’s programmatic goals.
• Work closely with the Chief Operating Officer to align Launchpad’s measurement and impact strategy with the organization’s impact goals.
• Oversee the articulation of Launchpad’s value proposition, brand positioning, sales and marketing materials in collaboration with the Marketing department.
• Identify opportunities to enhance Launchpad’s offerings, driving new solutions and strategies to maximize impact.
• Lead and implement an ongoing learning process, including analysis and recommendations for alterations or improvements, in collaboration with the CPO.
• Facilitate inter- and intra-departmental collaboration to ensure effective communication and support.
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, including the Executive Team, Launchpad Committee and Board of Directors.

Research

• Lead the ongoing research and evaluation of segments to target, collaborating with key stakeholders and leveraging a multifactor model (impact, costs, probability of success, follow-up effectiveness) to guide decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with an advisory group of recognized experts within each segment to assess emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities, ensuring Launchpad remains relevant and responsive to each segment’s unique dynamics.

• Department Management:
• Oversee the sales team who are responsible for outreach, cultivating strategic partnerships and expanding Launchpad’s visibility to attract new opportunities.
• Ensure partnerships align with Launchpad’s goals, priorities, and capacity for scale and sustainability.
• Support the sales team in effectively transitioning confirmed partners to the Program Managers for implementation and Israel Trek execution.
• Oversee the Program Managers who are responsible for flawless execution of the Israel Treks and high-quality customer experience and service.
• Identify ways in which to improve operational excellence and efficiency, provide guidance on setting up systems and structures, support the development of processes and use of technology tools that enable scaling, and ensure alignment between strategic goals and execution.
• Manage Launchpad’s program budgets, build financial projections, and develop growth models to ensure sustainable scaling.
• Responsible for overseeing team performance, ensuring effective collaboration, providing guidance and support for professional development, and fostering a positive work environment that promotes growth and success.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Proven ability to develop and execute high-level strategic plans and initiatives.
• Experience leading national-scale programs and cross-functional teams.
• Strong track record in engaging with high-level stakeholders, including board members, donors, partners, and industry leaders.
• Expertise in financial planning, ability to manage budgets, forecasting, and ensuring long term financial sustainability.
• Experience in market research, segment analysis, and identifying growth opportunities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to inspire, mentor, and manage a high-performing team, including sales and program managers, and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Passion for itrek’s mission and embrace of nuance and open dialogue around Israel.
• Excitement to work in a mission-driven, growth stage, fast-paced, business environment
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides) and familiarity with other workplace software such as Salesforce, Slack, Monday

Benefits

• Dynamic and fast-growing non-profit organization
• Opportunity for travel to Israel
• Generous vacation time package including Jewish and American holidays and the ability to leave early for Shabbat and Jewish holidays
• Work from Anywhere weeks and a wellness stipend
• Paid sick leave and parental leave
• High-quality Medical, Vision and Dental Plans available
• 5% company match on retirement savings in company 401k

Salary range $150,000-$175,000; commensurate with experience

itrek is a hybrid work environment with a minimum of two days per week in the office.