Vice President of People and Culture

About California Community Foundation

The mission of the California Community Foundation (CCF) is to lead
positive systemic change that strengthens Los Angeles communities.
We envision a future where all Angelenos have the opportunity to
contribute to the productivity, health, and well-being of our
region. We believe that our common fate will be determined by how
successfully we improve the quality of life for all of our
residents. The impact we help create is of, by, and for Los
Angeles, because
the community is our foundation.

What We Fund
We are driven to find long-term, systemic solutions addressing the
root causes of the most pressing issues facing Los Angeles County.
Since 2000, we have given more than $200 million in discretionary
grants, impacting hundreds of thousands of lives and helping to
transform entire communities. Every one of those grants represented
the legacy of a donor who was dedicated to creating a healthier,
more prosperous, and empowered L.A.

How We Work
Every year, we and our donors invest tens of millions in
transforming Los Angeles, but real change takes more than money.
Through partnerships and innovative approaches, we use our tools to
maximize impact, empower communities, and strengthen the nonprofit
sector for generations to come.

Learn more about California Community Foundation at CCF’s website.

The Opportunity

The California Community Foundation, known for strengthening
communities of Los Angeles County through philanthropy and civic
engagement, is searching for a Vice President of People and Culture
to initiate the work of fostering a meaningful and equitable work
environment for an entrepreneurial, transformative, and growing
team. Reporting to the President and CEO, the Vice President of
People and Culture will support the mission and work of CCF by
creating, leading, and supporting all people functions of the
organization.

As CCF works to consistently operationalize its commitment to
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), this is an exciting
opportunity for a vibrant human resources leader, partner, and
thinker to lead the visionary work of refining and strengthening
the foundation’s HR infrastructure, processes, policies, systems,
and procedures supporting CCF’s leadership and staff in their work
of accelerating opportunity and prosperity for the Los Angeles
community. Additionally, this leader will be dedicated to crafting
and solidifying a cohesive organizational culture, cultivating
unity and purpose among 80 team members.

This person will be a dynamic and inclusive leader with extensive
Human Resources knowledge and expertise. They will oversee all
People functions, including recruitment and talent management,
compensation and evaluation, benefits administration,
organizational development, compliance, payroll, timekeeping, and
employee relations. This position will offer HR strategic guidance
and support to the foundation, including overseeing compliance with
all applicable laws and regulations.

The Vice President of People and Culture will bring their
entrepreneurial spirit to develop, implement, and promote scalable
and equitable people strategies and policies. They will inspire
staff across the organization by mentoring and developing employees
as well as strategically prioritizing, building, and stewarding
CCF’s culture. The Vice President of People and Culture will be
people-minded, implementing review processes and KPIs that help to
retain employees and enhance their professional development.

Candidate Profile

The Vice President of People and Culture will be a collaborative
leader and will spearhead the efforts to further define CCF’s
organizational culture and values with intention and best
practices. They will bring a DEI lens to their work with an
authentic passion for CCF’s mission of helping all Angelenos
thrive. A minimum of 7 years of senior Human Resources experience
is required.

We recognize that there is a spectrum of experience that will set
candidates up for success in this role. While no one candidate will
have every experience outlined in the position profile, ideal
candidates will display many of the following professional and
personal qualities, skills, and characteristics:

Passion for the Mission
The Vice President of People and Culture will possess a profound
dedication to justice and equity, with a strong desire to uplift
and empower the diverse communities of Los Angeles. They will be
driven by a personal connection to the struggles and aspirations of
Angelenos, recognizing that true prosperity and freedom can only be
achieved when all individuals have equitable access to
opportunities and resources. This leader will be deeply inspired by
the chance to effect positive change within the community,
understanding that social justice is not just a goal, but a
fundamental necessity for a thriving society. Through their
leadership, this individual will embody the values of CCF, driving
meaningful progress towards a more just and equitable Los Angeles
for all its residents.

Human Resources Expertise with Equity Lens
The Vice President of People and Culture will have extensive
knowledge of human resources best practices and expertise in
implementing strong systems and processes specifically tailored to
the unique needs of a philanthropic organization like CCF. This
leader will have a solutions mindset and will bring new ideas while
possessing the organizational and problem-solving skills needed to
efficiently carry out day-to-day operations. This leader will have
a strong equity and inclusion perspective that will guide them in
their work in developing and implementing HR policies, procedures,
and decision-making. Leading by example, they will champion
initiatives that promote a culture of belonging and respect,
promoting an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued,
respected, and empowered to contribute their best work.

Collaborative and Strategic Culture Leader
The Vice President of People and Culture will play an essential
leadership role at CCF and will have a highly collaborative nature.
They will leverage their approachability and genuine interest in
engaging with staff to reinvigorate the organization’s culture and
values. This leader will excel in nurturing, enriching, and
elevating a vibrant culture throughout the organization. The Vice
President of People and Culture will have a refined ability to
balance overseeing strategy and rolling up their sleeves as needed.
With a people-first orientation, they will be deeply committed to
inspiring and mentoring others, championing the individual and
collective efforts of every employee.

Change Management
As a catalyst for transformation, the Vice President of People and
Culture will come in with a demonstrated track record of leading,
implementing, and communicating large-scale change management
initiatives in a complex organization, with a keen understanding of
how to empower people, influence colleagues, and work across
departments in a multifaceted organization. They will have the
ability to diagnose critical areas for attention, build shared
understanding, and implement clear strategies. They will have an
exceptional ability to manage complex organizational challenges
while being open and transparent, creating trust and serving as a
safe and credible resource at all times for all team members. This
leader will be thorough, detail-oriented, and possess a
wide-ranging perspective on the impacts of change on organizational
culture.

Organizational Development
With organizational development expertise, this leader will
regularly and proactively review departmental structure, staffing
levels, and procedures to bring clarity to the roles and
departmental processes so that responsibilities, goals, and
ownership of objectives and key results are defined. The Vice
President of People and Culture will be a proactive leader with the
mindset to challenge the status quo while remaining sensitive to
CCF’s diverse culture, employee morale, and place in the
community.

Trusted Relationship Builder, Communicator, and
Manager
The Vice President of People and Culture will embody a multifaceted
approach to leadership that fosters trust and effectively manages
people and resources. They will have high emotional intelligence
and superior interpersonal, verbal, and written communication
skills with the ability to listen and respond effectively to a
diverse group of audiences. With a keen understanding of the
importance of relationships, they will prioritize building strong
connections with colleagues, constituents, and community partners,
serving as a trusted advisor and thought partner. Their ability to
inspire and empower others positions them as a leader, guiding the
organization in aligning its values with its actions, and promoting
a supportive work environment where individual contributions are
celebrated.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary
range for this role is $200,000 to $240,000 with a generous
benefits package.

Contact

Koya Partners has been exclusively retained for this engagement.
Express interest in this role by filling out our Talent Profile or
emailing the search team directly at [email protected]. All
inquiries and discussions are strictly confidential.

Koya Partners l Diversified Search Group is committed to providing
reasonable accommodation to individuals living with disabilities.
If you are a qualified individual living with a disability and need
assistance expressing interest online, please email [email protected].
If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional
information regarding how to request an accommodation for the
interview process.

California Community Foundation is an equal opportunity employer
and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons
with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants.

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