Program Coordinator

The University of North Carolina; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Greensboro seeks a skilled grant and program manager to supervise the Thriving At Three initiative and oversee home-visitation services for Latino immigrant families in Greensboro. You will manage staff, volunteers, and interns, ensuring quality educational activities and strong grant compliance.

You will coordinate with CNNC leadership and external partners, support research and evaluation efforts, and help secure funding that enhances services for immigrant and refugee communities

Qualifications

• Master’s in a Human Services discipline or a Bachelor’s with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish is required.
• 5 years of professional experience with immigrant populations and leadership supervising AmeriCorps members, staff, interns, and volunteers.
• Experience in a culturally diverse environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate grants and program activities for Latinx parents with children under age 5.
• Collaborate with CNNC staff to write grants and expand funding sources.
• Coordinate with the Division of Research and Engagement to support grants.
• Work with Grants and Accounting on compliance and reporting.

Skills

English and Spanish

Leadership

Program management

Grant coordination

Communication

Education

Master’s in Human Services

Bachelor’s with 3 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Publisher

Job description

Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land‑grant Universities, UNCG is a community‑engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

CNNC advances the capacity of immigrants and refugees by building bridges between immigrant populations and existing communities throughout NC via community‑based outreach and advocacy, educational programming, research and evaluation, immigrant and refugee leadership development, cultural brokering, and educational opportunities for faculty and students.

Position Summary

This position will be instrumental in the oversight and supervision of students and interns in the Thriving At Three program to insure Latino immigrant children in Greensboro have a positive and strong foundation from birth to three. It requires the coordination of volunteers and interns to deliver at‑home services to at‑risk families as well as educational group sessions. This position will manage grants and provide research and input to meet the goals of assisting immigrants and refugee populations through community‑based outreach, advocacy, and programming.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master’s in a Human Services discipline with coursework related to the area for assignment or a Bachelor’s with 3 years of experience is required.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish is required.
• 5 years of professional experience in working with immigrant populations and demonstrated experience of leadership skills to help manage and supervise AmeriCorps members, program staff, interns and volunteers is required.
• Experience working within a culturally diverse environment is essential.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates

Preferred Qualifications

• A degree in Social Work is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally and pleasantly with individuals from a wide range of ethnic and cultural backgrounds and education levels
• Ability to work independently, solve problems creatively and seek resources to solve problems as needed.
• Ability to organize tasks and manage time as well as assist others in organizing their tasks and time.
• Ability to work as part of a team and lead a team.
• Computer skills such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Publisher.

Recruitment Range

Recruitment Range Commensurate with Experience

Org #-Department

Org #-Department Ctr for New North Carolinians - 12409

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/22/2026

For Best Consideration Date

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 11/05/2026

Open Until Filled No

FTE

FTE 1.000

Type of Appointment

Type of Appointment Permanent

If time‑limited, please specify end date for appointment.

Number of Months per Year

Number of Months per Year 12

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Key Responsibilities

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Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 50%

Key Responsibility

Grant and Program Management

• This position will manage the overall coordination and execution of grants that provide program activities in the areas of parenting, child and educational development support to Latinx parents with children under the age of 5.
• Collaborate with CNNC staff to write grants related to the focus area and expand funding sources and services provided.
• This position will coordinate with the staff in the Division of Research and Engagement to ensure grant support is given as needed.
• Work with the office of Grants and Accounting related to compliance and reporting under the grants.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 25%

Key Responsibility

Implementation and home visitation oversight

• Implement and oversee home visitations and administration of the Ages & Stages questionnaire, Nurturing Parenting Curriculum and Raising a Reader program as outlined in grant.
• Provide individualized case management services appropriate to each client’s needs.
• Manage staff who work with clients receiving services to ensure timely responses and compliance.
• Identify community parenting and early childhood development needs and research, adapt, or develop curriculum and programming to meet community needs.
• Previously said : Provide individualized case management services appropriate to each client’s needs.
• Provide direct legal services for clients including: screening for eligibility, preparing and submitting applications and petitions, responding to requests for evidence, communicating with the National Visa Center, and problem solving.
• Stay current with changes in immigration law through continuing education.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 15%

Key Responsibility

Community Outreach and Collaboration

• Build relationships with stakeholders; and coordinate with faculty, community partners, and related CNNC projects to ensure grant guidelines are met and that research is developed to ensure meeting the needs of the immigrant population and grant guidelines.
• Lead and advise community stakeholders within the Latinx and larger communities to strengthen and support the Latinx population in Guilford County.
• Work to expand funding and support in surrounding counties.

Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 10%

Key Responsibility

Staff supervision, training and other duties

• Supervision of staff and volunteers.
• Train staff and community members and provide technical assistance as needed to meet goals and objectives.
• Serve as a member of the CNNC management team.
• Other duties as assigned.

ADA Checklist

ADA Checklist R for Rare (0-30%), O for Occasional (30-60%), F for Frequent (60-90), C for Constant (90-100%).

Physical Effort

Reading, Writing, Hearing, Talking, Standing, Sitting, Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Lifting-0-30 lbs.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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• * Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?
  • Yes
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• * Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying:
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  • NCWorks.gov
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• * Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro?
  • Yes
  • No