Youth Program Supervisor

theirc; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Youth Program Supervisor to lead and manage youth initiatives, oversee staff, and build partnerships to deliver high-quality services. You will shape program design, ensure compliance with donors and IRC standards, support staff development, and contribute to grant writing and resource development.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years working with youth, 2+ years supervising, and strong communication across cultures;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum three years of experience working with youth.
• Two years of supervisory experience; experience with refugee/immigrant youth preferred.
• Ability to work across cultures and travel as needed.
• Bilingual abilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead program design and planning aligned with mission and goals.
• Ensure high-quality youth services and positive outcomes.
• Develop best practices for youth development and academics.
• Set annual and long-term goals with leadership and staff.
• Ensure compliance with program, donor, contractual, and IRC standards.
• Oversee financial, programmatic, and client recordkeeping (ETO/ARRPODS).
• Supervise and support Youth Program staff and provide training on education best practices.
• Build grants, partnerships with school districts and community partners.
• Represent IRC Youth Programs to funders and the community.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Youth Program Supervisor provides leadership and oversight for IRC's youth programming, including program operations, staff supervision, partnerships, compliance,resource development, and strategic planning. This role works collaboratively with staff, schools, families, and community partners to ensure high-quality services and positive outcomes for youth. The position reports to the Youth Education Manager.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Program Design and Management:
  • Lead department and program planning in alignment with organizational mission and goals.
  • Ensure high-quality services that empower youth and support their success in the community.
  • Research, develop, and implement best practices that promote positive youth development and academic achievement for vulnerable youth.
  • Establish and implement annual and long-term goals and objectives in collaboration with department leadership and staff.
  • Ensure compliance with all program, donor, contractual, and IRC standards and requirements.
  • Oversee accurate and timely financial, programmatic, and client recordkeeping, including use of ETO and ARRPODS systems.
• People Management
  • Supervise, coach, and support the professional growth and development of Youth Program staff.
  • Lead training for staff and volunteers on education best practices, positive youth development, social-emotional asset development, and working with English Language Learners (ELLs).
• Resource Development and Partnership Development:
  • Contribute to grant and proposal development efforts to support and sustain programming.
  • Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with school districts and strategic community partners.
  • Represent IRC Youth Programs within the community and to current and prospective funders.
  • Serve as a resource for information related to program activities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree in education, nonprofit management, public administration, social work, human services, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum three years of experience working with youth and two years of supervisory experience; experience with refugee and/or immigrant youth preferred.
• Demonstrated success in designing and implementing youth programs, leading staff, and building community partnerships.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives, and uphold IRC values.
• Commitment to serving immigrant communities through trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices; bilingual abilities preferred.
• Valid driver's license, access to a personal insured vehicle, and ability to travel regularly throughout the service area.

Working Environment:

A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and 'field' time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities. Some evening and weekend hours will be required.

Compensation:

Compensation: (Pay Rate: $63,296.42/annual). Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

Professional Standards:

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct . Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding , Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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Benefits:

IRC offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Highlights include 10 paid sick leave, 10 U.