Program Associate

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Responsibilities

Program Oversight and Implementation:

• Plan and oversee the following core programs:
• New Member Orientation: 4 meetings per month welcoming newly employed women to the program.
• Computer Skills Training: Partnering with industry experts to deliver 2 workshops per month.
• Entrepreneur Program: 6-week cohort offered every other year with bootcamps offered annually.
• Creative Works: Partnerships with the arts community to deliver creative and engaging programming.
• Success Pages: 3 books per year, with 4 regular meetings per book.
• Fit4Success: Partnerships with local fitness instructors/educators to lead 1 class/workshop per month.
• Child Watch: Provide curriculum for children while their guardians attend programming.
• Coordinate event logistics, including planning, staffing, setup, and troubleshooting.
• Conduct regular program audits to ensure consistency and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Manage the curriculum offerings to ensure they are relevant and relatable.
• Track and report program metrics and trends quarterly.

Program Coordination and Team Collaboration:

• Foster collaboration across departments to ensure seamless program delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, volunteers, and external partners related to program execution.
• Ensure timely communication and coordination with presenters, volunteers, and staff to support successful programming.
• Recruit, onboard, and retain volunteer speakers to enhance program offerings.
• Provide general administrative and organizational support.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with program presenters, volunteers, and clients.
• Represent DFS Houston in a professional and polished manner at meetings, events, and community functions.

General Administration and Organization Support:

·      Fill in as Program Logistics and Front Desk on as needed basis.

·      Give tours of Dress for Success Houston on as needed basis.

·      Assist with special events on as needed basis.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience:

o  Minimum of 5 years of experience in program management, adult learning, or career training.

o  Proven ability to coordinate and execute career training and professional development programs.

o  Experience in organizing workshops and collaborating with various stakeholders.

• Skills:
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (including Excel), Salesforce (or similar platform), and virtual video platforms like Zoom.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task with high attention to detail while aligning with broader organizational goals.
• Capacity to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds with a calm, professional demeanor.
• Other:
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.

This is a Temporary role expected to last 6 months