Program Manager – Position Description
Sisters Code is looking for a Program Manager to join our dynamic team. This is a one-year hybrid (possibly remote) part-time contract with the opportunity to renew.
Sisters Code empowers Metro-Detroit food-based, mobility, and technology startups by offering resources and education to help them explore, start, and grow. We also “Awaken the Mature Geek,” by empowering women ages 25-85 to explore the world of coding and technology.
OPPORTUNITY SUMMARY
The Program Manager is responsible for organizing, coordinating, and implementing program related activities and works with leadership to ensure that grant-funded projects are properly implemented and managed. The ideal team member will be detail oriented, organized, and possess the ability to handle a multitude of tasks supporting project management, data management, and administrative functions.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with program development, planning and execution
- Manage the grant making process, including preparing grant reports and maintaining records
- Track grant-funded activities, data, and budgets
- Monitor compliance with grant requirements and regulations
- Work with leadership to develop and implement strategies for successful grant-funded projects
- Maintain awareness of corresponding budgets and adhere to organizational processes
- Maintain data management and reporting as needed
- Assist with program curriculum development
- Represent the organization at local events and networking opportunities
- Assist with grant writing as needed
- Coordinate activities for meetings, events, and special projects
- Utilize technology to complete tasks
- Receive, review and respond to internal and external correspondence
- Participate in strategy development and support execution
- Support organizational fundraising efforts
- Develop and maintain relationships with funders, program staff, and other stakeholders
- Research possible grant opportunities
- Other duties as required
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 3-years of experience in grant and project management
- Knowledge of grant regulations and compliance requirements
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Strong technical skills – Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and willing to learn new platforms as needed
- Strong organizational skills with keen attention to details
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with external stakeholders, clients, partners, and team members
- Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
- Highly resourceful team member, wth the ability to also be extremely effective independently
- Able and willing to occasionally assist with weekend and evening events and/or programs
- Experience with a CRM is preferred
How to Apply
Please send resumes and cover letters to info@sisters-code.org. We will accept applications until Tuesday, May 10th @ 5:00 p.m.
Sisters Code is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.