Texas Water Leaders Program Manager

Texas Water Foundation; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contribution

Paid time off

Maternity/paternity leave

Hybrid office

Job summary

Texas Water Foundation is seeking a Texas Water Leaders Program Manager in Austin, TX. You will grow and manage the program, expand the alumni network, and engage partners statewide while aligning strategy with the foundation's mission.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking, hands-on execution, and strong relationship-building across staff, partners, and donors, with hybrid office work and a focus on impact across Texas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3–5 years nonprofit program experience.
• Experience with community outreach and mass communication.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Lead growth of the program, partnerships, alumni network strategy.
• Develop impact metrics to show progress to donors and partners.
• Maintain a network of contacts to support development efforts.
• Coordinate alumni relations, and manage program communications.
• Oversee administrative tasks, recruitment, calendar, and budget.

Skills

Nonprofit program management

Outreach

Social media

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Google Suite

Squarespace

Job description

ABOUT TEXAS WATER FOUNDATION

Texas Water Foundation (TWF) is a statewide, nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) nonprofit working to lead Texas into a secure water future. Established in 1998, its original objective was to raise public awareness among all Texans regarding the vital role water plays in our daily lives. Today, Texas Water Foundation’s work is focused on water policy, workforce and leadership initiatives, and a statewide water campaign. Read the strategic plan here.

THE ROLE OF THE TEXAS WATER LEADERS PROGRAM MANAGER

The Opportunity: The TWL Program Manager has the unique opportunity to grow a successful, established leadership program and its alumni network. This role continues the practical management of the program while taking initiative in setting the strategy and execution of a robust alumni engagement plan. The TWL Program Manager serves as a vital role in building a statewide network of local water leaders across fields, representing TWF in national initiatives, and developing thoughtful strategies that address water workforce challenges.

Ideal Candidate: A strategic thinker, innovator, and relationship-builder who seeks an opportunity to take this program to the next level. The ideal candidate is organized and hands on, comfortable with an equal blend of managing everyday program logistics and thinking broadly about impact both during program participation and beyond.

Job Title: Texas Water Leaders Program Manager
Location: Austin, Texas
Reports To: Director of Operations
FLSA Status: [Exempt]

Primary Responsibilities

Lead future growth of program: creating and nurturing partnerships, growing alumni network strategy, and managing budget.
Create impact measurement metric of program to highlight internally within organization and externally with donors and partnerships.
Establish, analyze, and maintain a network of key contacts to aid in development efforts to strengthen alumni network.
Nurture alumni relationships: Maintain a detailed database of alumni information, including contact details, participation history, and career updates; amplify alumni members throughout the water sector; collect and share success stories, testimonials, and experiences from alumni.
Manage administrative tasks: annual application process including recruitment, candidate selection process, and acceptance letters; program calendar and budget; contract with program facilitators and venues.
Organize and coordinate professional development opportunities, workshops, and social events.
Work with the Director of Strategic Partnerships and Development on grants, reporting, and key development activities.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred
3-5 years nonprofit program experience
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to collaborate effectively with a wide range of staff, partners, and vendors
Experience with community and individual outreach, social media, email, and other forms of mass communication
Detail-oriented, highly organized, enthusiastic, and hard-working
Entrepreneurial spirit with drive to grow and optimize a program
Represent TWL in national water leader groups/organizations
Excellent interpersonal, listening, and written and verbal communication skills
Strong commitment to a collaborative, team-oriented organizational culture
Commitment to the mission and vision of Texas Water Foundation
Commitment to professional execution of programs and integrity
Familiarity with Google Suite and Squarespace is a plus

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Compensation & Benefits
The starting salary for this position is $75,000 annually. Texas Water Foundation is proud to offer opportunities for growth as well as a generous benefits package including health insurance, retirement contribution, and paid time off including maternity/paternity leave. TWF is currently working in a hybrid office environment.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status or any other legally protected status.