Leadership and Organizational Development Associate

Could this be you?What do people appreciate about you?You are:

·    passionate about psychological safety, team and leadership development

·    guided by your vision, mission, and values, with a commitment to making a positive difference 

·    proactive and able to take an idea and run with it with minimal direction

·    a skilled facilitator, comfortable delivering in-person and remote

·    self-motivated, a self-starter who enjoys working independently as well as with a team

·    curious and committed to lifelong learning 

·    honest, transparent, and clear in your communication

·    someone who brings positive energy and joy to what you do

What is important to you?

·    Delivering interactive, engaging, and impactful learning experiences for teams and leaders (in-person and remote)

·    Bringing fresh, current ideas and staying up to date with emerging trends and best practices in leadership, team dynamics, and organizational development

·    Being a self-starter who works independently, takes initiative, and thrives in a dynamic environment

·    Fostering psychologically safe spaces where people feel valued and heard

·    Building strong, authentic, and trusting relationships with colleagues, partners, and community members

·    Demonstrating an open and transparent approach to working with colleagues and customers.

What will you do?

·    Facilitate and design team and leadership learning experiences, webinars, and coaching sessions.

·    Develop and deliver new content and resources (in-person, remote, and self-paced learning) to meet the learning needs of teams and leaders.

·    Build and grow positive customer relationships through your network, creating lasting partnerships and new business opportunities.

·    Assist with proposal development that is responsive to customer needs

·    Administer H S A programs, including scheduling, participant communications, materials preparation, and follow-up.

·    Evaluate offerings and make ongoing improvements to ensure it meets H S A standards and quality

·    Sharing stories about the impact of your work, through blogs, newsletters, and social media.

·    Collaborate with a fully remote team across multiple time zones, primarily through online communication.

How will we support you?

·    Starting salary range for this role is $36.13 – $41.30 DOE

·    We will provide training and support in developing your knowledge and skills in person-centered practices and self-managing teams.

·    You will be part of a self-managing team where co-production of our vision and priorities, distributed decision-making, support, and accountability to one another are key.

·    We will have regular team huddles, tactical meetings, using a combination of remote and quarterly in-person gatherings when possible.

·    Flexible remote schedule with travel to training locations as needed

·    'Invest in you' funds to support your well-being and professional development. Benefits include 12 paid floating holidays, PTO, health, dental, and vision insurance, and 401K with employer match.

Skills and experience you bringRequired:

·    Bachelor's Degree required, master's degree preferred

·    3–5 years of supervisory or management experience in a human-centered organization (e.g., health, education, or human services)

·    Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and deliver engaging, practical, and results-oriented leadership development experiences

·    Strong group facilitation skills with ability to adapt and respond to diverse learner needs

·    Knowledge of leadership and organizational development theories, practices, and emerging trends 

·    Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) 

Preferred:

·    Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), LearnDash and WordPress is a plus

·    Knowledge of instructional design practices and strategies for measuring learning impact.

·    Evidence of building and leveraging networks to generate opportunities and program growth

·    Knowledge of person-centered approaches, holacracy, and self-managing organizations

·    Experience with grant writing

About Helen Sanderson Associates USA

With over 20 years of experience in five countries, Helen Sanderson Associates is a fully remote training and development consulting group that believes in a world where people of all ages and any ability are valued for their unique gifts and contributions to community. We support people, teams, and organizations to envision ways in which everyone can thrive, and equip them with skills, knowledge, and resources to make it happen. We are a remote, self-managed team, based in California, with a growing national presence. Learn more about us at helensandersonassociates.com 

Helen Sanderson Associates USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, transgender, gender expression and identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status or any other classification protected by law. We strive to cultivate an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work.

To apply, submit a resume, one-page description, and cover letter to jobs@helensandersonassociates.com by November 7 for priority consideration.