Volunteer: Director Programs and services

Foreign-born Military Spouse Network; Southbury (CT); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Volunteer Director of Programs and Services to enhance the support network for foreign-born military spouses. This role involves overseeing impactful programs focused on immigration, career advancement, and community integration. The ideal candidate will have experience in program management and a passion for community development. Join us in empowering military spouses through mentorship, resources, and advocacy, fostering a strong and inclusive community. This flexible volunteer position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference while collaborating with a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Experience in program management, social services, or community development.
• Strong organizational and people skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and refine programs addressing spouse needs like immigration and career.
• Supervise team members and maintain quality across programs.
• Establish KPIs to measure program success and collect feedback.

Skills

Program Management

Organizational Skills

People Skills

Community Development

Familiarity with Military Spouse Integration

Job description

Volunteer: Director of Programs and Services

Join us to apply for the Volunteer: Director of Programs and Services role at Foreign-born Military Spouse Network.

The Foreign Military Spouse Network (FMSN) is a community-driven organization that empowers and supports foreign-born military spouses. Founded by spouses for spouses, FMSN provides resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy to help members navigate military life.

FMSN offers career development, mentorship, and education to help spouses grow personally and professionally. Through support groups, social events, and discussions, we foster a strong and inclusive community.

We also advocate for the unique needs of foreign-born military spouses by providing workshops, informational resources, and tailored programs.

Volunteers are essential to our mission. Whether through community engagement, event planning, or mentorship, there are many ways to get involved.

Join us in building a stronger, more connected support network for foreign-born military spouses.

Position: Director of Programs & Services

Type: Volunteer

Commitment: Flexible, 5-10 hours per week (depending on availability)

Location: Remote

Reports To: CEO

Overview

The Director of Programs & Services oversees FMSN’s core offerings to foreign-born military spouses. This includes specialized support for immigration, career advancement, education, finance, resource development, and events. The role ensures these programs are culturally relevant, impactful, and aligned with FMSN’s mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Strategy & Development: Design and refine programs addressing spouse needs (immigration, career, finance, etc.), and collaborate with the Executive Director and Board to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Team Leadership & Coordination: Supervise sub-positions (Immigration Support Coordinator, Career Support Coordinator, Education Support Coordinator, Finance Support Coordinator, Resource Guide Manager, Events Coordinator), provide training and feedback, maintaining consistency and quality across programs.
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Establish KPIs to measure program success (e.g., number of spouses assisted, credential recognitions), and collect participant feedback to improve offerings.
• Budget & Resource Allocation: Oversee program budgets, ensure responsible use of funds, identify resource gaps, and propose solutions to the Executive Director.
• External Partnerships: Partner with nonprofits, agencies, or experts to expand program capacity, collaborating with the Director of Partnerships & Fundraising to align funding with program priorities.

Qualifications

• Experience in program management, social services, or community development.
• Strong organizational and people skills.
• Familiarity with military spouse and immigrant integration challenges.

This is a volunteer opportunity provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good.