VP of Leadership Development

Role Description The VP of Leadership Development is a full-time remote role responsible for designing, refining, and overseeing comprehensive leadership development programs that align with Leadership Nashville’s mission and strategic priorities. This role leads the creation of curriculum and learning experiences that deepen participants’ understanding of civic and community issues, while strengthening their leadership capabilities and cross-sector collaboration skills. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting needs assessments, developing program content, coordinating with alumni volunteers and community partners, and ensuring high-quality facilitation across sessions. The VP will analyze participant feedback and program data to improve learning outcomes, manage program timelines and budgets, and report on impact to the executive team and board. The role also involves consulting with stakeholders on succession planning for volunteer leadership roles, mentoring facilitators, and representing Leadership Nashville in external networks to strengthen partnerships and thought leadership in leadership development.

Qualifications

Leadership Development and Succession Planning skills to design, implement, and sustain leadership programs and talent pipelines. Needs Analysis and Consulting skills to assess organizational and participant requirements and translate them into effective learning strategies. Training experience, including curriculum design, facilitation, and evaluation of adult learning and leadership initiatives. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders across sectors, communities, and backgrounds. Strong strategic thinking, program management, and analytical skills to measure impact and continuously improve offerings. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to design clear learning materials and lead complex discussions. Experience working with civic, nonprofit, education, or community-based leadership programs is highly beneficial. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in leadership, organizational development, education, public administration, or a related field is an asset.