Project Director

Familybridgesusa; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Bridges is seeking a Project Director to oversee the HEART program under the HHS-ACF grant, ensuring design, implementation, staffing, and evaluation align with our mission. The role is based in Illinois with a hybrid remote/on-site arrangement and reports to the CEO.

Salary is $90,000 per year funded by federal grant. As part of the team, you will engage in donor and community outreach and contribute to fundraising and relationship-building to sustain the organization’s impact.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher preferred.
• 5–10+ years of experience in program management and oversight.
• Proven track record in supervising teams and implementing federal grant programs.

Responsibilities

• Design program strategy, goals, and evaluation framework aligned with OFA grant requirements.
• Ensure all activities follow organizational policies and federal guidelines.
• Oversee compliance, documentation, and alignment with nFORM reporting.
• Maintain up-to-date records and reports; liaise with federal Project Officers.
• Recruit, train, and supervise program staff in collaboration with HR and Executive Leadership.
• Provide ongoing coaching, direction, and performance feedback.
• Foster community relationships and partnerships for program growth and engagement.
• Coordinate logistics for workshops, events, and cross-team collaboration.
• Monitor expenditures and program budgets in coordination with fiscal agents.
• Review financial and performance data to inform decision-making.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure data integrity.
• Prepare reports and recommend improvements based on evaluation findings.

Skills

Program management

Team supervision

Federal grant programs

Trauma-informed practices

Education

Master's or higher

Job description

Reports to: CEO
Location: Illinois (Hybrid: Remote and Onsite)
FLSA Status: Exempt | Full-time
Effective Date: October 1, 2025

Position Summary

The Project Director oversees the coordination and administration of all aspects of the HEART program HHS-ACF-0FA-ZB-0109, including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling program activities to ensure successful delivery of services to couples. This includes program design, implementation, staffing, and evaluation in alignment with Family Bridges’ mission and the goals outlined in the HRME grant. Salary is $90,000 per year per federal funding.

As part of our shared mission, all team members contribute to the organization’s development efforts by engaging in activities such as donor and community outreach, fundraising initiatives, and relationship-building that sustain the mission of Family Bridges.

Qualifications

Master's degree or higher preferred

5–10+ years of experience in program management and oversight

Proven track record in supervising teams and implementing federal grant programs

Key Responsibilities:

Design program strategy, goals, and evaluation framework aligned with OFA grant requirements

Ensure all activities follow organizational policies and federal guidelines

Oversee compliance, documentation, and alignment with nFORM reporting

Maintain up-to-date records and reports; liaise with federal Project Officers

Recruit, train, and supervise program staff in collaboration with HR and Executive Leadership

Provide ongoing coaching, direction, and performance feedback

Foster community relationships and partnerships for program growth and engagement

Coordinate logistics for workshops, events, and cross-team collaboration

Manage Budget & Quality

Monitor expenditures and program budgets in coordination with fiscal agents

Review financial and performance data to inform decision-making

Conduct risk assessments and ensure data integrity

Prepare reports and recommend improvements based on evaluation findings

Supervision Includes:

Data Manager

Junior Accountant

Master Trainer

Mentoring/Volunteer Coordinator

Intake & Case Manager Coordinator

Additional Expectations:

Acknowledge Family Bridges’ values and statement of faith

Model professionalism, cultural humility, and positive communication

Commit to building a strong, uplifting organizational culture

Strong knowledge of trauma-informed practices and culturally relevant pedagogy.

Excellent communication and group engagement skills.

Experience with virtual and in-person training/teaching delivery.

Have legal permanent residency or U.S. citizenship (i.e. proof of authorization to work in the U.S.)

Compensation:

Salary is in line with federal grant budget guidelines. Benefits included following a probationary period. Position contingent on funding.