Education Programs Lead, Early Literacy Initiatives

Sealaska; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sealaska Heritage Institute (SHI) Education Department seeks a full-time program manager to oversee Baby Raven Reads. You will coordinate staff, manage budgets, and ensure grant reporting with a focus on early literacy initiatives in Southeast Alaska.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field and at least four years in project management and program coordination, with strong communication and organizational skills. Travel to communities is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field is required.
• Minimum of four years in project management and program coordination.
• Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with high attention to detail and timelines.
• Familiarity with charts, tables, graphs, spreadsheets, and databases; knowledge of SE Alaska Native culture is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the Baby Raven Reads program and related activities.
• Engage with stakeholders, partners, and participants across the region.
• Supervise project staff and coordinate budgets and reporting.
• Ensure grant reporting and compliance with funder requirements.
• Coordinate training, contracts, and partnerships; support the Education Department.

Skills

Verbal comms

Written comms

Interpersonal

Project management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Data tools

Alaska Native culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Four years project management experience

Job description

Sealaska Heritage Institute (SHI) Education Department seeks a full-time program manager to oversee Baby Raven Reads. You will coordinate staff, manage budgets, and ensure grant reporting with a focus on early literacy initiatives in Southeast Alaska.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field and at least four years in project management and program coordination, with strong communication and organizational skills. Travel to communities is expected.