Senior Vice President of Youth Development - The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America : Job Details

As the Senior Vice President of Youth Development, you will drive a dynamic, year-round strategy that nurtures achievement, belonging, and success for thousands of young people across our region. You will serve as a senior leader guiding the vision, partnerships, and operations that position the YMCA as a leader in youth-serving organizations.

Who You Are:

Experienced Executive: Master's degree in Education, Social Work, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field required.Proven Leader: Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in youth development or a related multi-site setting.Compliance-Savvy: Deep understanding of licensing requirements and child safety regulations in the DMV area.Strategic & Analytical: Skilled in strategic planning, budget oversight, and use of data to guide decision-making.Relationship-Builder: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with staff, families, funders, and partners.Mission-Driven: Passionate about youth empowerment, and advancing the mission of the YMCA.Research-Informed: Deep knowledge of current research and trends in youth development, including emerging best practices, innovation, and the evolving landscape of youth service providers.Positive Youth Development (PYD) Framework: Demonstrated ability to design and lead programs using a strengths-based, PYD approach that promotes youth voice, engagement, and growth.Curriculum Design: Experience in developing age-appropriate curriculum that supports leadership, social-emotional learning, and life skills.Pipeline Development: Skilled in building and sustaining a youth development pipeline that supports participants from birth through young adulthood, including key transitions such as early education, school-age care, teen leadership, and career exploration.Metrics & Impact: Ability to design and implement tools that measure the long-term outcomes and community impact of YMCA youth programs, using both qualitative and quantitative methods.