Program Manager, Dallas

Laureus USA; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Laureus USA seeks a highly organized Program Manager for Dallas to launch and grow Sport for Good in the city, building a coalition of local nonprofit partners and a Leadership Council.

Reporting to the City Director, you will coordinate grants, partner engagement, events, and cross‑functional work with national teams, balancing external outreach with rigorous program delivery.

The role is in-office with regular partner engagement and opportunities to expand Laureus USA's presence in Dallas.

Qualifications

• Experience building or managing relationships across multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience coordinating programs, events, or multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with leadership.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion across diversity.

Responsibilities

• Lead Dallas-based coalition development and ongoing stakeholder engagement.
• Coordinate meetings, agendas, and communications for the Leadership Council.
• Support local grantmaking processes and partner reporting.
• Plan and execute Sport for Good Dallas events and convenings.
• Collaborate with City Director and national teams to align priorities.

Skills

Relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Event coordination

Grant coordination

Project management

Tools

CRM systems

MS Office

Job description

About Laureus Sports for Good Foundation USA

Laureus Sport for Good USA is a national nonprofit organization that uses the power of sport to improve the lives of youth and unite communities. Since 2012, we’ve invested over $30 million into community-based organizations, impacting more than one million young people. We support youth-serving sport programs through grants and capacity building, empower local leaders to drive social change, and organize the youth sport sector through convenings, research, and strategic advisement.

Laureus USA is part of the global Laureus network, which includes National Foundations across the world, a Global Foundation, the Laureus World Sports Academy, and the Laureus World Sports Awards.

Position Summary

Laureus USA seeks a highly organized and relationship-driven professional to serve as Program Manager, Dallas. This role will support the launch and growth of Laureus’ work in Dallas, with primary responsibility for building and managing a coalition of local nonprofit partners to drive mission-aligned impact.

Reporting to the City Director, the Program Manager will lead the day-to-day development and coordination of the Sport for Good Dallas coalition, including the formation and ongoing management of a Leadership Council. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to build relationships across a range of stakeholders.

In addition, the Program Manager will support local grantmaking processes, including coordination with national systems, partner communication, and reporting. This role balances external engagement with strong internal organization and execution.

Key Responsibilities

Coalition Building & Management

• Lead the development and management of a Dallas-based coalition of nonprofit partners
• Build and maintain strong relationships with coalition members, ensuring active engagement and participation
• Plan and facilitate coalition meetings, convenings, and ongoing communication
• Identify opportunities to strengthen collaboration, shared learning, and alignment across partners
• Support the formation and ongoing management of a Sport for Good Dallas Leadership Council
• Coordinate meeting logistics, communications, and materials
• Contribute to shaping meeting agendas and engagement strategies in partnership with the City Director
• Ensure strong communication and follow-up with Leadership Council members

Grants Management & Reporting

• Support the coordination of local grantmaking processes in partnership with national program teams
• Manage communication with grantees, including onboarding, reporting, and ongoing engagement
• Track grant activities, timelines, and deliverables
• Support data collection and reporting to ensure strong visibility into program outcomes

Events & Partner Engagement

• Support and lead Sport for Good Dallas related events and convenings
• Coordinate logistics, communications, and partner engagement for events
• Support broader organizational events as needed
• Contribute to creating high-quality experiences for partners and stakeholders

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with the City Director and national program team to ensure alignment across local and national priorities
• Coordinate with internal teams to support program delivery and partner engagement
• Support broader organizational initiatives as needed

Organizational Engagement

• Represent Laureus USA in meetings with partners and community stakeholders
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment
• Support organizational priorities and adapt as needed to achieve team goals

Candidate Attributes

• Experience building or managing relationships across multiple stakeholders, ideally within nonprofit, community, or partnership-based environments
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Experience coordinating programs, events, or multi-stakeholder initiatives
• Ability to take ownership of work and operate independently while collaborating with leadership
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and adapting to evolving priorities
• Experience with basic data tracking, reporting, or CRM systems preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion across all forms of diversity and difference
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in program coordination, partnerships, or related fields

What You Can Expect

Laureus USA is a high-performing team with a strong track record of impact, national partnerships, and athlete engagement. As part of this team, you can expect a collaborative environment where individuals take ownership of their work while also stepping in to support broader organizational priorities as needed.

This role offers the opportunity to play a central part in building Laureus’ presence in Dallas (through the launch of Sport for Good Dallas), working closely with partners and stakeholders to create a strong and connected local network. You will help shape how the coalition and Leadership Council operate while supporting meaningful program delivery and impact.

The role is based in-office and includes regular engagement with partners, as well as participation in events as needed.

There is opportunity for growth over time as the Dallas market continues to develop.

Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees.