Program Manager

Location

Silver Spring, MD | United States

Job description

Position Title: Program Manager

FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt

Reports to: CEO

Anticipated Start Date: February 2024

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: AfriThrive is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of underserved immigrant communities through increased access to culturally appropriate healthy foods, youth skills development, and economic opportunity. Our programs and services are designed to disrupt the cycle of spending trade-offs between food and other critical necessities that perpetuate food insecurity. By taking an integrated and holistic approach to pair food with other critical social determinants of health interventions, AfriThrive seeks to increase family stability. For more information regarding AfriThrive, please visit our website.

SUMMARY: AfriThrive is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as Program Manager. The PM is crucial for the strategic and operational effectiveness of AfriThrive's programs. The PM will be responsible for overseeing the comprehensive management of program activities. The ideal candidate will be passionate about our mission, self-driven, persuasive, and ready to contribute to achieving the mission, vision, and strategic direction of the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management:

· Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of AfriThrive’s programs, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

· Develop strategies and plans for the effective running of programs, ensuring timely deliverables.

· Evaluate program performance using qualitative and quantitative measures to ensure efficacy, impact, and sustainability.

Program Operations:

· Manage the day-to-day operations of the programs, ensuring smooth and efficient processes.

· Oversee budgeting, financial tracking, and resource allocation for maximum operational efficiency.

· Liaise with stakeholders, partners, and other relevant bodies to ensure operational excellence and adherence to compliance standards.

Team Management:

· Lead, mentor, and develop the program team, ensuring optimal performance and growth.

· Facilitate inter-departmental collaboration to ensure alignment in goals and objectives.

· Handle any conflicts, challenges, or opportunities that arise, ensuring a positive and productive team environment

QUALIFICATIONS

· Proven experience in program management and operations, preferably in a similar setting.

· Strong leadership skills with a history of team management and development.

· Exceptional organizational, strategic, and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to work in a multidisciplinary setting and foster collaboration both internally and externally.

· Proficient in budget management, resource allocation, and operational best practices.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

· A passion for AfriThrive's mission and a commitment to our values.

· Collaborative mindset with a focus on team and organizational success.

· Detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to challenges and opportunities.

· Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV/resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience. AfriThrive is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This is a regular, full-time, exempt position. The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $75,000, commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package offered, encompassing fully covered health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), 10 days paid vacation, which increases with tenure, 10 paid sick days, and 3 personal days per year. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.

Equal Opportunity Employer: AfriThrive is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, immigrants, bilingual and bicultural individuals. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Work remote temporarily due to COVID-19.

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