Community Programs Director (Part-Time, Mission-Driven)

lifewisecareers; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

LifeWise Academy is seeking a Program Director to help lead and grow the LifeWise program in the local community. You will build relationships with school leaders, parents, churches and community members and serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy.

The role focuses on fundraising and donor stewardship, recruiting and supporting volunteers, and coordinating classes, scheduling and basic administration while maintaining a Christ-centered culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in ministry, education, fundraising, administration, volunteer coordination or community engagement is helpful.
• A heart for the mission is essential.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Develop positive partnerships with school leaders, parents, churches and community members.
• Serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy in the local community.
• Communicate the vision and impact of the program.
• Coordinate local fundraising efforts and community giving campaigns.
• Lead donor communication, appreciation and stewardship.
• Conduct church presentations, fundraising events and sponsorship opportunities and community outreach initiatives.
• Encourage ongoing financial partnerships to help sustain and grow the program.
• Utilize the LifeWise Academy fundraising strategies.
• Recruit, train, encourage and support team members.
• Foster a safe, welcoming, Christ-centered culture for students and families.
• Coordinate teams to ensure classes run smoothly and safely.
• Oversee communication, scheduling, enrollment and basic administrative tasks.
• Assist with budgeting, fundraising coordination and stewardship of resources.
• Maintain compliance with school policies and LifeWise Academy procedures.

Skills

Relationship building

Community engagement

Leadership

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Fundraising

Nonprofit collaboration

Job description

LifeWise Academy is seeking a Program Director to help lead and grow the LifeWise program in the local community. You will build relationships with school leaders, parents, churches and community members and serve as a trusted representative of LifeWise Academy.

The role focuses on fundraising and donor stewardship, recruiting and supporting volunteers, and coordinating classes, scheduling and basic administration while maintaining a Christ-centered culture.