Program Director

ROME GROUP; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking a Program Director to lead program development and manage staff for various initiatives aimed at empowering girls. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree and at least three years of nonprofit management experience. Responsibilities include overseeing program delivery, fostering community relationships, and ensuring safety and policy implementation. This full-time position allows for a mix of remote and in-office work.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience managing nonprofit programming.
• Experience writing educational training materials for girls and volunteers.
• Ability to work well independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for all programs and represent the organization in the community.
• Oversee program development, curriculum delivery, and scheduling instruction.
• Develop relationships with schools and community organizations for program growth.

Skills

Exceptional leadership

Communication skills

Fiscal management

Program management

Education

Master’s degree in social work or nonprofit management

Job description

Mission
To empower girls to embrace a strong sense of self. Unlike any other organization, GITK does this through a variety of programs, including a four part Empowerment Workshop Series led by licensed female professionals in their field delivered to pre-teen girls and the ones who love them. GITK strives to be the first step in the journey through adolescence. We are a small nonprofit organization focused on growing our programs and expanding our reach beyond St. Louis.

Job Purpose
The Program Director (PD) provides leadership for all GITK programs and represents the organization in the community. The PD leads program
development and delivery, including managing staff, practicum students,
and volunteers.
● Oversees all aspects of the program development, curriculum delivery,
promotion, and scheduling instruction in accordance with our organization’s goals.
● Responsible for the training and daily supervision of all program staff,
volunteers, program locations, facility and fiscal management, policy
implementation and safety of all program locations operated by Girls in
the Know.
● Responsible for developing and fostering relationships with schools and community organizations to focus on program growth.

Working Conditions
● Full-time hours. Combination of remote and in-office.
● Participation in early morning, evening, and weekend meetings/events will be required as needed.
Physical Requirements
● Frequently move, transport, position equipment up to 30 pounds for
various event needs
● Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of
time indoors (up to 6 hours)
Direct Reports
● Program Coordinator and Practicum Students

Qualifications
● Minimum of a Master’s degree in the area of social work, nonprofit
management or other related fields
● Minimum three years of experience managing nonprofit programming/experience writing educational training
materials for girls, trusted adults, and volunteers
● Exceptional leadership, communication, fiscal management and
managerial skills
● Experience managing complex programs and capable of balancing
multiple priorities effectively
● Experience in identifying and managing program staff and volunteers
● Ability to work well independently and collaboratively within a team
environment
● Ability to be flexible with project and time management
● Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities based on needs or
organization or those we serve.
● Highly professional demeanor
● Possess a valid driver’s license and an insured motor vehicle

Compensation
The position is full time (40hrs/week). Salary range is commensurate with experience.

Application Period:
Applications will be accepted through August 11, 2025

To apply, please email cover letter and resume to
[e-mail]
Subject: Program Director
For more information about our organization, please visit our website at
www.girlsintheknow.org