If you are passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization, then we have the opportunity for you!

　　The Deputy Director for Children and Family Services (CFS) will work under the direction of the Director of CFS to provide strategic leadership and ensure the quality of social services provided to unaccompanied children and unaccompanied refugee minors. Reporting to the Director for CFS, the Deputy Director supports all aspects of the CFS Family Reunification team. This is a position that requires senior-level leadership; the ability to manage a large and diverse team; a high degree of flexibility; excellent problem-solving skills; and in-depth knowledge of child welfare best practices for migrant and refugee children and families. This position can be remote with occasional trips to Baltimore as needed.

　　Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit serving newcomers seeking safety, support, and a share in the American dream. Since 1939, we have welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis. We walk alongside individuals, families, and children as they begin their new lives in the United States through our work in refugee resettlement, welcome and respite services for asylum seekers, economic empowerment and employment, and family unification for unaccompanied children. To date, we have served over 750,000 people from around the globe. Our comprehensive services leverage our extensive organizational expertise as well as government, community, and faith partnerships.

　　Attracting and retaining the best talent is vital to our continued growth and we are proud to offer an excellent benefits package including:

　　medical, dental, and vision available on the first day of employment,professional development, tuition reimbursement,generous paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave, 12 paid holidays,12 weeks of fully paid parental leave and up to 12 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave,company 403(b) contribution of 3%, an additional 7% match which vests immediately,Family Building benefits for reproductive procedures, adoption/foster care assistance, andan annual wellness benefit that can be customized to support your personal needs including funding enrichment classes, gym memberships, and healthy eating plans (to name a few) all in an inclusive and progressive environment!This position can be remote with occasional trips to Baltimore as needed.

　　DUTIES

　　Support the vision and priorities of the director and leadership team

　　Lead, manage, and support the various programs according to funding agreements/ terms and conditions, and in accordance with Global Refuge standards and expectations.

　　Ensure that programs are developing and implementing ongoing quality improvement measures, including monitoring activities where applicable, in order to deliver program outcomes that meet and exceed both the requirements of grants/ regulating bodies and identified internal benchmarks.

　　Review and provide feedback on reports to funders and grant proposal submissions

　　Provide oversight and coordination of all program monitoring reports.

　　Review and edit quarterly/semi-annual program reports and support submissions.

　　Monitor and manage relevant budgetary functions in collaboration with the Director; consult with related program staff to ensure adequate resources for the development, implementation, & evaluation of programs. Assist in preparing annual budgets.

　　Continually engage partner agencies, through conference calls and site visits, to maintain strong working relationships and evaluate partner and community needs as wel