KinnectU Director​/Director of Training

Kinnect

U Director / Director of Training

Kinnect is recruiting for the Kinnect

U Director / Director of Training role  Kinnect

U Director focuses on developing and delivering training programs for individuals and groups inside and outside the organization, often to build capacity or address specific needs within a community or sector.

Base pay range: $90,000.00/yr - $/yr

Overview of Kinnect: Kinnect is an Ohio-based non-profit organization dedicated to developing Kin First strategies and delivering programs that build and strengthen kinship connections and inclusive support networks for families, young people, and children. Kinnect has partnered with families, public agencies, and private providers for over 20 years, with a mission to help young people and families have a sense of belonging, essential resources, and relationships to thrive.

Kinnect is a nationally recognized leader in the field, and Kinnect

U provides training, consulting, and replication services to child- and family-serving organizations. Programs include Ohio Kinship and Adoption Navigator (OhioKAN), Kinnect to Family (KTF), Youth Centered Permanency Round tables (YCPRT), and Youth Navigator Network (YNN).

Kinnect is grateful for support from contracts with government entities, nonprofit partnerships, grants, and donations from foundations and private donors.

Reporting to the Chief Program Officer, the Kinnect

U Director focuses on developing and delivering training programs for individuals and groups inside and outside the organization, often to build capacity or address specific needs within a community or sector. The Director may be responsible for developing training materials, selecting effective training methodologies, and measuring impact. Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills are required. The Kinnect

U Director is a key leader responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all aspects of staff and volunteer training and development, aligned with the organization's mission and goals. This role will supervise a team of trainers and a trainer/replication manager.

• Designs and executes strategic plans for Kinnect
  
  U, including KPIs to measure effectiveness and innovative adaptations
• Assesses Kinnect
  
  U effectiveness through quality and trends, then develops opportunities for adjustments
• Cultivates external partnerships, stakeholders, and professional relationships to support training content and curriculum development
• Ensures fiscal and budget management through oversight of all program expenses, striving for diverse funding
• Supports hiring and directly supervises all Knowledge Development staff
• Active participation in Kinnect’s organization and leadership team
• Identifies new content required to support staff needs and meet external requests
• Participates in state/national groups to ensure field innovation
• Oversees curriculum development and updates
• Identifies platforms to support in-person, virtual, and other training offerings
• Develops and manages CQI and evaluation processes
• Conducts yearly performance evaluations of all training staff
• Oversees creation of training materials, such as manuals, online tutorials, and handbooks

• Assess training needs across all levels of the organization through surveys, interviews, and consultations
• Develop and implement training programs aligned with the organization's strategic priorities and goals
• Oversee the creation of training materials, such as manuals, online tutorials, and handbooks

• Oversee the delivery of training programs, ensuring effectiveness and efficiency
• Coordinate training sessions and workshops
• Manage and maintain training records and equipment
• Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate best practices into training initiatives

• Evaluate training program effectiveness through feedback and performance metrics, and adjust as needed
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development

• Supervise and support training staff and volunteers
• Provide guidance and feedback to team…