Sr. Program Director

Catholic Charities Of Central New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities Of Central New Mexico is seeking a Sr. Program Director to oversee multiple programs including Self-Sufficiency & Housing, Children’s Learning Center, Educational Opportunity, Senior Services, Refugee Support, and Immigration and Citizenship Legal Assistance.

You will ensure efficient program delivery, support program Directors with budgeting and financial planning, and collaborate with the CEO to advance the organization’s mission and strategic vision.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of budget preparation experience, preferably in a nonprofit.
• Minimum 4 years of supervision experience.
• Minimum 3 years managing grants with federal reporting preferred.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office and Windows.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally and out of state.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational aspects of centers and program delivery.
• Develop, execute, and evaluate programs to meet mission and outcomes.
• Manage budgeting, financial planning, and resource optimization.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Supervise multiple teams to foster collaboration and performance.
• Assess risks including legal, financial, and cybersecurity concerns.

Skills

Budget management

Staff leadership

Strategic planning

Nonprofit operations

Grant management

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Bilingual EN/ES preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

The Sr. Program Director will provide oversight of Catholic Charities' programs, including but not limited to Self-Sufficiency & Housing, Children's Learning Center, Educational Opportunity, Senior Services, Refugee Support, Immigration and Citizenship Legal Assistance. The Sr. Program Director will ensure the organization efficiently delivers its programs and services while assisting each program Director with financial planning. In support of the COO, the Sr. Program Director manages resources effectively and maintains compliance with regulations of each program, policies and the agency safety while supporting the CEO's strategic vision and the organization's mission.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven ability to make operational decisions that align daily execution with long-term organizational goals and mission.
• Strong critical thinking skills to analyze operational challenges, adapt to changing needs, and drive data-informed decisions
• Expertise in managing diverse teams, fostering a collaborative work environment, and coaching managers to reach excellent performance.
• Has a strong passion for the services provided at Catholic Charities and the communities they support.
• Is able to relate to the public, demonstrates empathy, and follows a trauma-informed approach.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for the oversight of all operational aspects of the centers and including program delivery.
• Oversee the development, execution, and evaluation of the organization’s programs and services to ensure they align with the agency’s mission and deliver positive outcomes to beneficiaries.
• Manages the allocation of resources, including budgeting, financial planning, and resource optimization, to support the organization’s programs and strategic objectives.
• Identify opportunities for streamlining internal processes, improving efficiency, and implementing best practices to enhance the organization’s effectiveness.
• Supervises and supports various teams and departments within the organization, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and performance excellence.
• Assess and mitigate operational risks, such as legal compliance, financial stability, and cybersecurity, to ensure the organization’s sustainability and reputation.
• Collaborates closely with the COO to implement the organization’s strategic plan and provide operational insights and recommendations.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting mechanisms to monitor the organization’s progress and impact, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Ensures that the organization adheres to relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in its operations.
• Engagement with stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, donors, and partners maintaining strong relationships and support the organization’s mission.
• Be prepared to respond to crises or emergencies and ensure business continuity, especially during challenging times.
• Plans, direct, controls, implements, evaluates, monitors, and forecasts budgets and cost of program and services to achieve financial objectives.
• Communicates and explains new directives, policies, or procedures to Directors/managers; for major changes, meets with entire operations staff to explain changes, answer questions, and maintain morale.
• Improve customer service and satisfaction through policy and procedural changes.
• Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years' direct experience in budget preparation, preferably in a non-profit agency.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in supervision required.
• Minimum of 3 years' managing grants required with experience in tracking, optimizing, and reporting outcomes with federal grant management preferred.
• Advance computer competency in MS Office and Windows.
• Must hold a valid Driver's license, be insurable under company insurance and able to travel locally and out of state as required.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check.

Education

• Master\'s degree in management, education, social work, counseling, accounting, finance, business, public administration OR a satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.

Must pass a state-enforced background check.