Senior Program and Project Lead

Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (WACIF); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

HSA & FSA

Dental

Vision

Life & AD&D

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Matching 401(k)

Paid Holidays

PTO

Education Assistance

Job summary

Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (WACIF) seeks a Senior Program and Project Lead to strengthen the execution, accountability, and impact of advisory services and signature programs in the DC area.

The role requires cross-departmental project oversight, budget monitoring, and collaboration with Program Directors and Finance to achieve grant objectives. It is a senior-level position with strategic coordination across the Programs department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience with at least five years in project or program management.
• Experience leading complex projects and cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of grant management and budget oversight.

Responsibilities

• Monitor program performance and grant compliance as part of the Programs department.
• Support budget monitoring in collaboration with Finance and drive process improvements.
• Coordinate cross-department project execution and documentation.
• Prepare reports and maintain meeting agendas and deadlines.
• Lead stakeholder engagements and ensure accountability to objectives.
• Oversee program efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Grant management

Budget analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Process improvement

Documentation

Meeting facilitation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Nonprofit Management/Project Management

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Monday.com

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Washington Area Community Investment Fund (WACIF) advances equity and opportunity in the Washington, D.C. area's underserved communities by providing financial capital, business advisory services, and strategic networking support to underinvested entrepreneurs. Since its inception in 1987, WACIF has deployed more than $50 million in capital, served more than 3,500 entrepreneurs with business advisory services, and helped create or retain more than 20,000 local jobs. To learn more about WACIF's work, visit www.Wacif.org. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Program and Project Lead to join the Programs department. This role plays a critical part in strengthening the execution, accountability, and impact of WACIF's advisory services and signature programs.

The Senior Program and Project Lead is responsible for monitoring program performance, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, supporting the achievement of grant objectives established by the Chief Program Officer (CPO), and overseeing cross departmental project execution. Key responsibilities include partnering with Program Directors and Managers to advance programmatic goals, monitoring program budgets in collaboration with Finance, and driving continuous improvement across program operations.

This is a senior level role that provides cross functional leadership, operational oversight, and strategic coordination across the Programs department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Advisory Educational Services Program Monitoring
• Budget Monitoring and Accountability
• Cross-Departmental Project Oversight
• Program Efficiency and Process Improvement Support
• Documentation and Reporting
• Meeting Agendas and Deadlines

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Project Management) and/or master's degree is preferred. Equivalent work experience with at least five years of experience.
• 5 years of proven experience in project or program management, preferably within the nonprofit sector.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and influence cross functional teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to drive accountability and results.
• Strong understanding of grant management, including monitoring grant requirements and objectives.
• Proficiency in budget management and financial analysis.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess program efficiency and implement process improvements.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficient in using project management tools and software.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in using the Monday.com project management tool, including designing project boards and utilizing its features for tracking and monitoring project progress.
• Experience in utilizing project management software or tools for effective project planning, execution, and reporting.
• Ability to adapt to new technology and project management tools as required by the organization.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation and reporting.
• Proficiency in using productivity tools and software for agenda setting, deadline tracking, and documentation management.
• Effective communication skills to facilitate meetings and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Must be available to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

Salary Range:

$75,000.00 - $100,000.00

Benefits:

• Healthcare
• HSA & FSA
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & AD&D
• Short- & Long-Term DisabilityMatching 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• PTO
• Education Assistance

Equal Employment Opportunity: WACIF is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.