[Remote] Program Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Equitable Hiring Group is seeking a Program Manager to join Strong Families, an organization dedicated to community organizing and civic engagement. The Program Manager will oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of community programs, engaging with leaders and partners to foster change and improve family wellbeing in New Mexico and surrounding areas.ResponsibilitiesCoordinates the planning, implementation, and evaluation of program projects including the legislative program, campaigns, events, community outreach, and leadership development projectsEngages community leaders, organizational partners, and community members to meet program goals and objectivesMaintains and builds strong working relationships with community leaders and organizational partners with the vision of building long-term collaborations between the organization and othersLeads or co-leads community meetings and trainings, local events, and other outreach efforts such as door-to-door canvassing, site canvassing, phone banks, or text banks to meet program goalsCreates community resources and training materials to meet program goalsCreates and maintains the annual communications calendar for regular sharing of Strong Families programmatic work via website, social media, email, and earned mediaAttends campaign and coalition meetings as needed to learn, share updates, strategize, and collaborate with partner organizationsUses project management tools and systems to plan, track, and communicate work progressUses systems to document qualitative and quantitative metrics on Strong Families’ program workAnalyzes and synthesizes data findings, outcomes, and impact indicators and writes program reports to share findings on our work for internal and external use as neededWrites content for emails, letters, social media posts, and other communication as neededCollaborates with vendors and consultants as neededMay supervise volunteers and interns as assignedTravels for events and meetings within New Mexico up to 20 times per year for 1-4 days at a stretch (Travel is 1-2 times per month average with higher travel frequency during legislative sessions in Santa Fe and higher travel frequency across the state during peak campaign times which shift from year to year)Travels out of state 1-3 times per year for conferences or trainingCreates and monitors program project and event budgets in alignment with the organizational budgetOversees, maintains, and updates the main organizational database/CRM for the individuals, organizations, and work related to programmingAccurately tracks and reports lobbying activities. Effectively utilizes all financial, 501c3, and related systems by following financial systems protocols and filing documents in a timely and accurate manner, including payment requests, monthly credit card reports, and time/lobbying tracking formsActively participates in appropriate staff meetings on a weekly basisShares community organizing and campaign learnings with the Strong Families team for ongoing strategy developmentContributes to the overall strategic direction of the organization, acts as a role model and coach for community leaders and other members of the team as needed to help build a healthy organizational cultureParticipates in organizational strategic planning, work plan development and evaluation, and performance measurement to improve organizational and personal program work and growthParticipate in inclusive wellness and grounding practices such as breathing, stretching, and low-impact physical movement or other accessible forms of movement as part of our team building and organizational cultureSupports and participates in the fundraising efforts of Strong Families such as the end of year campaignSupports the engagement of community leaders in fundraising strategies to capture the work of the organization’s campaigns and programs, and to strengthen our resource mobilization effortsSupports hiring for Strong Families positions as assignedSkillsMinimum of 5 years experience in nonprofit campaign, organizing, and/or civic engagement work working with diverse and underserved populationsKnowledge of New Mexico communitiesAbility to envision ways to get toward larger goals while centering community members in the workExperience collaborating and working alongside community members most impacted by systemic oppressionAbility to build strong relationships for impact and changeWillingness to learn through trial and error and likes the process of program experimentationAbility to control and handle confidential and time-sensitive informationGood judgment and awareness of other people's needsAbility to prioritize tasks, manage time, and work well with othersStrong project management skillsDetail-oriented with an eye on the whole vision for collective workReliable and accountable regarding work and actionsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgroundsDirect communication and ability to give ongoing, respectful feedbackEngagement in proactive problem solving to address internal organizational challengesAttention to detail in communications and understanding of clear visual presentation of informationAbility to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplaceStrong ability to use online systems, manage databases, and organize data for internal record keeping and external reportingProficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Suite (word processing, spreadsheets, email, calendaring, and cloud storage applications)Ability to travel for events and meetings within New Mexico up to 20 times per year for 1-4 days at a stretchValid state driver's license and proof of insurance coverage meeting Strong Families' organizational insurance levelsBilingual in English and other languagesBenefits100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision premiums for both employee and their spouse, domestic partner, and dependentsVoluntary life and short and long term disability insurance with supplemental coverageOption to enroll in pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts3.5% employer match contribution to your retirement fundID monitoring and protection benefitsPaid family medical leave when neededEmployee Assistance Program free to employees$50/month stipend for cell phone and home internetGenerous accrued paid time off (PTO includes 10 holidays, 2 additional floating holidays, 1-week summer break closure, 2-week winter break closure, and about 10 vacation days for first year of employment)4-day work week scheduleCompany OverviewEquitable Hiring Group supports nonprofits and impact-driven companies hire. It was founded in 2020, and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, US, with a workforce of 0-1 employees. Its website is https://www.equitablehiringgroup.com/.