Haverhill Promise Campaign Director, Haverhill Public Library Trustees (Haverhill)
ABOUT HAVERHILL PROMISE
Haverhill Promise mobilizes the work of more than 20 organizations throughout the city in a collective effort to dramatically increase the percentage of Haverhill children reading on grade level by 3rd grade. The initiative believes that through collective action and channeling the city’s broad-based resources and assets, students can achieve greater reading proficiency across all socioeconomic and learning backgrounds. Haverhill Promise’s work to envision, create, and nurture a culture of reading throughout the city, starting in the early years, is focused on three areas: School Readiness, School Attendance, and Summer Learning.
The director of Haverhill Promise reports directly to the Director of the Haverhill Public Library, with oversight provided by the Library Board of Trustees.
The Director of Haverhill Promise will lead a community-focused effort to ensure that all of Haverhill students are reading proficiently by the end of third grade. This is a unique opportunity to sharpen the initiative’s vision and deepen its impact by working collaboratively and strategically with partners throughout the city around a common goal.
Qualifications
Important performance areas:
LEADERSHIP, PLANNING, AND VISION
COMMUNITY OUTREACH, COLLABORATION & ENGAGEMENT
COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTING
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Experiences:
· At least five years of progressively responsible experiences, preferably in community organizing, community outreach, coalition building, and/or fundraising and development
· Demonstrated track record of organizing and managing partnerships with public, private, nonprofit, and grassroots organizations
· Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and an appreciation for how diverse views can come together for collective impact
· Demonstrated understanding of group process and how to effectively convene coalitions, manage a collective agenda, and lead groups toward consensus through effective facilitation
· Experience in data analysis and research to inform decision-making, as well as in helping others use data to inform their work
Attributes:
· Self-directed and self-motivated individual with strategic acumen and a successful record of initiating and leading complex, and ultimately sustainable, projects
· An aptitude for remaining focused on goals and objectives, with demonstrated ability to grasp new concepts quickly, work well with people, and bring an attitude of focused dedication
· Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, with strong problem solving, analytical, and planning skills
· Strong oral and written communication skills, and ability to brand and market the work and outcomes of Haverhill Promise
· Highly skilled at developing strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders with a wide variety of professional backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
· Ability to adapt quickly, be creative, and embrace ambiguity
· Passion for early literacy, child development, and strong belief in the power of collective impact
· Spanish speaking proficiency preferred
Full/Part Time
Contract
Education
MLS/Masters
Salary Range
$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 / yearSalary Notes
Contract position, no benefits. Sick, vacation time, negotiable.
Closing Date
October 24,2025
How to Apply
Please send cover letter and resume to: Sarah Moser, Director, smoser@haverhillpl.org
Posted
2025-09-29 | Quick link to this job