Program Manager in Mobile

Energy Jobline ZR; Mobile (AL); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 34.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Junior Achievement of Alabama is seeking a part-time Program Manager to lead the implementation and expansion of JA programs in Mobile and Baldwin County. You will recruit and train volunteers, support classroom teachers, and collaborate with the Program Director to plan events and initiatives.

The role involves building relationships with schools, managing schedules, and delivering sales-style presentations to secure program participation. Requires a Bachelor's degree and strong communication.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in business or education or related field.
• Two years in business sales, marketing, nonprofit development, or volunteer recruitment/management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Superior project management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook).
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Occasional nights and weekends; occasional travel.

Aufgaben

• Supervise program quantity and quality.
• Recruit and retain volunteers through renewals and company liaisons.
• Train and evaluate educators and volunteers.
• Coordinate placement and scheduling of trained volunteers.
• Maintain program records and registrations.
• Develop and deliver presentations to new districts and schools.
• Submit forecasts and interim reports to the Program Director.
• Support fundraising events and administrative tasks.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Project management

Attention to detail

MS Office

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in business/education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Job DescriptionJob Description

COMPANY SUMMARY:

Junior Achievement: Empowering people to own their economic success® Junior Achievement of Alabama’s purpose is to inspire and prepare people to succeed in a global economy. Junior Achievement reaches 35,000 students annually in relevant, hands‑on learning experiences that teach people to manage their money, plan for their economic future, own their own business, and develop readiness for careers or college. Junior Achievement associates are known for their passion for the JA mission that brings together business and education to work with students in kindergarten through high school, so they are empowered to own their economic success. Members of the JA team interact with community leaders who support JA with their time, treasure, and talent. JA of Alabama offers a collaborative, inclusive work environment and the opportunity to impact the lives of people in our community.

POSITION CONCEPT:

The Program Manager leads the implementation and expansion of JA programs in the Mobile and Baldwin County, AL areas. JA of Mobile currently reaches 2,500 students annually and we expect to reach about 5,000 students in the 23-24 school year. The duties include the recruitment, training and support of both volunteers and participating classroom teachers. The successful candidate will have many of the characteristics of a salesperson, but this is not a sales position. This is a relationship building position. The Program Manager also works with the Program Director and President to develop the annual planning calendar for all programs, events, and interacts with Board committees as needed.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise program quantity and quality.
• Assure volunteer recruiting and retention through individual renewals and company liaisons.
• Implement educator and volunteer program training and evaluations.
• Coordinate placement and scheduling of trained volunteers.
• Assure adherence to program implementation models and file/enter all needed class registration forms and program variances.
• Implement plans for teacher and volunteer contacts including class visits, newsletters, phone contacts, teacher visits, and callback sessions.
• Execute volunteer and teacher surveys.
• In support of the strategic plan and budget, develop, coordinate, and deliver sales presentations to new school districts, schools, and prospective teachers. Renew commitments of all constituents.
• Submit forecasts and interim reports to the Program Director.
• Maintain good educator relationships and obtain educator program participation.
• Coordinate and implement recognition programs that are of interest and value to participants.
• Oversee volunteer programs and general records and correspondence with volunteers and prospects.
• Supervise procurement and delivery of all program materials.
• Assist all program related Board committees in conducting their specific functions. Prepare materials for Board and Committee meetings.
• Work with President and Board to support the financial requirements of the programs.
• Manage basic admin functions for the office such as checking mail, making deposits, etc.
• Manage and assist with fundraising events.
• Other projects and duties as required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or education or related field. Familiarity with Mobile and Baldwin County area schools and business contacts. Two years in business sales, marketing, nonprofit development, or volunteer recruitment/management experiences.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Superior project management skills.
• Attention to detail and proven ability to work independently and within functional and cross-functional groups under strict deadlines on multiple projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a high pressure, fast paced environment managing multiple tasks and accommodating varying schedules of educators and volunteers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Publisher, and Outlook
• Excellent people skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must be able to work flexible schedule as necessary, occasional nights and weekends.
• Occasional overnight travel.
• Must have valid drivers’ license, reliable vehicle with insurance, and ability to operate the vehicle.
• Pass a criminal background check.

Schedule:

• 20-24 hours per week, 4 days per week.
• Workdays are dependent on school program requests.
• Office hours for this position are 8:30 to 2:30.
• Local travel to schools and businesses is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to: sit, walk, occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, continually required to talk or hear, occasionally required to bend, lift, or climb, frequently required to lift and carry light weights (25-50 pounds), and specific vision abilities include: close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust or focus.