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A Social Entrepreneurship job involves creating and managing ventures that address social or environmental problems while sustaining financial stability. These roles blend business strategies with a mission-driven approach to drive positive change. Responsibilities may include developing innovative solutions, fundraising, measuring social impact, and collaborating with stakeholders. Social entrepreneurs work in various sectors, including education, healthcare, sustainability, and economic development.

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To thrive in Social Entrepreneurship, you need a solid understanding of business strategy, social impact measurement, and project management, often supported by a relevant degree in business, social sciences, or public administration. Familiarity with tools like social impact assessment frameworks, budgeting software, and grant management systems can be highly beneficial. Strong communication, leadership, and creative problem-solving skills help you build partnerships and navigate diverse social challenges. These skills enable you to effectively drive sustainable change while balancing mission-driven goals with business viability.

What are some common challenges faced by social entrepreneurs, and how can they be overcome?

Social entrepreneurs often encounter challenges such as securing sustainable funding, measuring social impact, and balancing mission with financial viability. You may need to build diverse revenue streams, engage in impact reporting, and foster strong relationships with stakeholders to address these hurdles. Collaboration with community partners, investors, and team members is crucial for developing innovative solutions and maintaining momentum. Seeking mentorship and participating in social enterprise networks can also provide valuable guidance and support. Embracing adaptability and learning from setbacks will help you make a meaningful, lasting difference in your work.

Do social entrepreneurs make money?

Social entrepreneurs can earn income through various means such as salaries, consulting, or investments, but their primary focus is on creating social impact rather than profit. Many social entrepreneurs reinvest earnings into their ventures to sustain and expand their mission. Compensation levels vary depending on the organization’s size, funding, and structure, but financial sustainability is often a key consideration in their work.

What can you do with a social entrepreneurship degree?

A social entrepreneurship degree prepares individuals to develop and manage ventures that address social issues through innovative solutions. Graduates can work in nonprofit organizations, social enterprises, impact investing, or corporate social responsibility roles, often utilizing skills in business management, social impact assessment, and stakeholder engagement.
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Infographic showing various Social Entrepreneurship job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 76% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,005 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Vice President, Innovation & Social Entrepreneurship

Pioneer Human Services

Seattle, WA • On-site

$211K - $303K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

If you are looking for employment with a purpose where you can help improve the daily lives of the members of your community, then consider a career with Pioneer Human Services!

We arecurrently looking for a Vice President, Innovation & Social Entrepreneurship with a passion for human services. This is anexcitingopportunity to be involved with an organization focused on racial justice, second opportunities, diversity, equity and inclusion.

WHO WE ARE - Our Mission
We empower justice-involved individuals to overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

For over 60 years, we have proudly serviced our clients with professionalism and empathy. We are a nationally recognized non-profit with 35+ locations across Washington state that provided a chance for change to over 9,500 individuals in 2024.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Pioneer, our employees are important. That's why we offer a Total Rewards package that includes compensation and benefits to support employees' health, security, and balance.

Compensation:

The compensation range for this role is $211,000 to $303,000, based on relevant experience, demonstrated leadership impact, and alignment with internal equity. Final compensation decisions also consider external market competitiveness for executive talent.

Benefits:

Eligible after 30 days of full-time employment (minimum of 30 hours/week):

  • Medical
  • Flexible spending
  • Dental
  • Vision

Additional coverage after 60 days:

  • Life
  • AD&D
  • Disability

Other benefits:

  • Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending
  • Tuition assistance (100% for bachelor's, 50% for graduate programs)
  • Retirement plan (3.5% annual compensation contribution, plus 3.5% match for 6% individual contribution)
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Public transportation discount
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)

ROLE SUMMARY

The Vice President of Innovation & Social Entrepreneurship is a forward-thinking, entrepreneurial leader and change architect responsible for advancing Pioneer Human Services' next era of growth and impact. This role leads the strategy and execution of enterprise innovation, expanding mission-aligned ventures that create economic opportunity for justice-involved individuals and strengthen Pioneer's financial sustainability.
The Vice President combines entrepreneurial vision with operational discipline to incubate, launch, and grow new business lines while scaling, optimizing and advancing current portfolios. Acting as both strategist and operator, this executive unifies innovation efforts across Pioneer's diverse service and enterprise portfolio.

Core Responsibilities
  • Strategic Innovation & Enterprise Growth
  • Develop and implement an enterprise-wide innovation roadmap aligned with Pioneer's long-term vision.
  • Lead incubation, testing, and scaling of new business ventures that deliver measurable financial and social impact.
  • Create frameworks to evaluate opportunities, measure ROI, and ensure sustainable performance.
  • Business Launch & Revenue Diversification
  • Translate market insights into viable new business models and social enterprise ventures.
  • Drive revenue diversification by identifying and pursuing opportunities that strengthen Pioneer's economic resilience.
  • Partner with Finance to ensure profitability, sustainability, and strategic reinvestment.
  • Partnership & Ecosystem Leadership
  • Build collaborative partnerships across public, private, and philanthropic sectors.
  • Represent Pioneer as a thought leader in innovation, workforce reentry, and social entrepreneurship.
  • Advance cross-sector initiatives that expand pathways to employment and economic mobility for justice-involved individuals.
  • INVEST Program Growth & Integration
  • Lead and expand the INVEST program to deepen economic empowerment outcomes.
  • Integrate INVEST into new ventures and partnerships, aligning impact metrics across the enterprise.
  • Executive Leadership & Culture of Innovation
  • Collaborate with the CEO and executive team to embed innovation in strategic planning and operational decision-making.
  • Model and cultivate an agile, solutions-oriented, and data-driven culture across divisions.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree (Business and/or related field) required; Master's/MBA preferred.
  • 10+ years of leadership experience in entrepreneurship, innovation strategy, or social enterprise.
  • Proven success launching and scaling mission-driven ventures with financial and social return.
  • Strong financial acumen and comfort leading both business modeling and social impact measurement.
  • Exceptional ability to inspire, influence, and build cross-sector partnerships.
  • Deep alignment with Pioneer's mission and values of equity, inclusion, and second chances.

EEO

Pioneer human services is an equal opportunity employer of minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. EEOC is the Law/EEO Policy Statement

Pioneer Human Services is a Drug-Free Company

Pioneer Human Services is a drug free company. This position has been deemed non-safety sensitive under RCW 49.44.240(3) and is subject to both pre-employment drug testing and drug testing during employment to include testing for marijuana.

Employment Type: Full Time Exempt

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