Executive in Residence / Managing Partner

Building Caring, A Faith Based Initiative and Division of Voice Up Publishing Incorporated Executive in Residence / Managing Partner Position Overview The Managing Partner of Building Caring holds a dual role as both an organizational leader and faculty member at Voice Up's New Global University for all families and learners. Strategic Leadership - Implement a global vision for creating replicable community models, starting with one U.S. city as a pilot - Design innovative approaches to connect housing options with wraparound support services - Create frameworks for strengthening family connections through community engagement - Lead community needs assessments in cities demonstrating readiness for housing innovation The successful candidate should have a daily personal walk with God the Father. This innovative position combines practical community development leadership with academic engagement, working directly with top undergraduate and graduate students in urban design and public policy to foster the next generation of community development innovators. Building Caring, a division of Voice Up Publishing Incorporated, seeks a servant leader and visionary professional to lead our initiative in transforming how communities approach housing, family connections, and wraparound support services. This position will pioneer innovative approaches to create caring communities where people are connected to their purpose and focused on building caring families and homes. About Voice Up Publishing Incorporated Our mission is to transform how families support a healthier way for a better life. Building Caring represents our commitment to creating sustainable, replicable models for community development that prioritize human connection and family well-being. Voice Up's integrated approach encompasses education, health, and workforce development initiatives, including a groundbreaking project to establish the first-of-its-kind hospital within a faith-based church community, set to launch within three years. Under the founder's guidance, VoiceUp is pioneering the integration of strategies related to Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs) and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) within a trailblazing housing development model. A cornerstone of this initiative is our workforce development strategy. The Voice Up Credential is a certification program that builds and validates real-world and soft skills essential for leaders driving positive social change. Key Roles & Responsibilities Program Development & Integration - Identify and evaluate cities with policies and stakeholders aligned with housing innovation - Design comprehensive community assessment tools and methodologies - Develop metrics for measuring program success and community impact - Create implementation strategies for pilot programs - Coordinate with Voice Up's faith, education, health, and workforce development initiatives - Support the integration of Building Caring with the innovative hospital-church community project - Develop strategies for creating holistic community support systems that connect housing with healthcare, education, and employment opportunities Partnership Building - Collaborate with a team of experienced professionals dedicated to VoiceUp's mission - Build relationships with community leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders - Identify and engage potential partner organizations and communities - Facilitate cross-sector collaboration to support program implementation Workforce Development & Leadership - Serve as faculty member at VoiceUp's Global University - Mentor and guide top undergraduate and graduate students in urban design - Facilitate student research and projects focused on innovative housing solutions - Bridge academic theory with practical community development - Create opportunities for students to engage in real-world community projects - Foster collaboration between students and community stakeholders - Lead the global implementation of the Voice Up Credential program - Design and develop curriculum that builds essential leadership and change-making skills - Create assessment frameworks for measuring real-world and soft skills development - Establish partnerships with employers to validate and enhance credential value - Mentor emerging leaders through the credential acquisition process - Integrate credential programming with community development initiatives - Design experiential learning opportunities that contribute to credential achievement First Year Milestones Executive in Residence Period (3 - 6 months) - Immerse in Voice Up's mission, culture, and operational framework -Identify and perform community needs assessment on first pilot city development project. - Create pathways for student involvement in community development projects - Develop collaborative research opportunities -Provide the foundation to secure first 10 year government partnership - Build relationships with key stakeholders and team members - Shadow key leadership team members - Participate in strategic planning sessions - Contribute to ongoing projects and initiatives Post-Transition Period (Months 7-12) - Launch initial cohort of the Voice Up Credential program (community, housing, development) - Develop employer partnerships for credential recognition - Launch comprehensive community needs assessments - Begin implementation of strategic initiatives - Lead key partnerships and stakeholder relationships - Complete comprehensive community needs assessments in multiple target cities - Develop criteria for identifying additional communities ready for implementation - Create detailed implementation plans for pilot communities - Establish partnerships with key stakeholders and community leaders - Design evaluation frameworks for measuring program impact Qualifications Required Experience - Knowledge of urban design principles and contemporary housing innovation - Proven track record in community development or social innovation - Experience in housing policy, community engagement, or related fields - Strong project management and strategic planning skills - Demonstrated ability to build and maintain partnerships - Experience working with diverse communities and stakeholders - Background in or understanding of integrated community services (housing, healthcare, education, workforce development) - Experience with remote team collaboration and virtual project management - Experience in workforce development - Understanding of competency-based assessment and skill validation - Track record of developing leadership and professional development programs - Academic teaching or mentoring experience preferred Key Competencies - Visionary leadership and strategic thinking - Strong communication and relationship-building skills - Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team - Creative problem-solving and innovation mindset - Understanding of housing policy and community development Impact Opportunity - Influence the next generation of urban designers and community developers - Create innovative educational models that bridge theory and practice - Foster academic research that directly impacts community development This role offers the unique opportunity to: - Shape the future of community development and family well-being - Create replicable models for sustainable community change - Build lasting impact through innovative housing solutions - Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to transformative change Selection Process 1. Initial application review 2. First-round virtual interview with leadership team 3. Second-round presentation of vision and preliminary strategic plan 4. Final interview and discussion of executive in residence period 5. Executive in residence period (3-6 months) 6. Performance evaluation and transition determination 7. Full position offer and compensation package negotiation Transition Criteria Success in the executive in residence period will be evaluated based on: - Demonstrated alignment with VoiceUp's mission and values - Ability to develop and articulate strategic vision - Effectiveness in relationship building and stakeholder engagement - Quality of preliminary strategic planning and initiative development - Leadership potential and team collaboration - Academic engagement and student mentorship capabilities Phase 1: Executive in Residence (3-6 months) - Position Type: Part-time internship (20 hours/week) - Work arrangement: 100% remote with fully flexible scheduling - Compensation: Professional development opportunity and academic credit at institution of higher learning - Purpose: Immersion in VoiceUp's culture, mission, and operations Phase 2: Managing Partner (Post-successful completion of Phase 1) - Position Type: Full-time - Work arrangement: 100% remote with fully flexible scheduling - Compensation Package: - Market-rate salary - Equity stake in VoiceUp Publishing Incorporated - Comprehensive benefits package - Purpose: Full leadership implementation of Building Caring initiatives