Program Associate

Virginia Statewide Community Land Trust (VSCLT) partners with communities across Virginia to create affordable homes for low- and moderate-income families. The Program Associate will support homeowner engagement, stewardship, communications, administration, operations, and fundraising initiatives. Responsibilities Facilitate open communication and positive relationships with current and future VSCLT homeowners Organize and update homeowner pre-purchase and post-purchase education materials and programs Monitor compliance with VSCLT policies and procedures Maintain accurate records on all VSCLT properties and homeowners Assist with policy and program development related to homeowner engagement and stewardship Support planning and implementation of new partnerships with local governments and housing developers throughout the state Assist with analysis of housing market trends in areas of potential partnerships Track pipeline status and requirements for closing on property acquisitions Collect and organize documentation for all existing properties and new property acquisitions Manage social media accounts and create engaging content for stakeholders and homeowners Draft newsletters, emails, presentations and other communication materials Update the VSCLT website with timely content and assist with website management and improvements Maintain the organization’s contact and stakeholder (CRM) database Track fundraising deadlines and assist with grant writing and reporting Assist with scheduling and logistics for board, committees, and other meetings Skills Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or a combination of education and relevant experience that meets the qualifications listed below Strong organizational, administrative, and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently in a remote environment Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities Strong work ethic, initiative, and proactive approach to problem solving Experience and/or education in community development, nonprofit management, real estate, affordable housing, homebuyer education, or similar fields Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace and social media platforms such as LinkedIn Familiarity with the housing needs of communities in Virginia, particularly affordable homeownership Experience with contact database management systems, survey tools, website management (Squarespace) and communication tools like Mailchimp Benefits Remote work with a flexible 35 hour work week Generous holidays and paid time off (vacation, sick, and personal days) Employees are eligible for additional benefits after 3 months of full-time employment. Company Overview VSCLT is a statewide nonprofit organization partnering with developers, nonprofits, and Habitat for Humanity affiliates to permanently and affordably house Virginians. It was founded in 2021, and is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, US, with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is