Strategic Program Development Lead

7 days ago


Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States Urban Strategies, Inc. Full time

About Urban Strategies, Inc.

We are a national nonprofit with extensive experience in the design and implementation of place-based human capital development strategies in communities that are undergoing comprehensive physical revitalization. Founded in 1978, we are a leader in community development, supporting approximately 100,000 individuals, in 53 communities in 28 major metropolitan areas. Our mission is to support families and communities in achieving stability and economic mobility.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Strategic Program Development Lead to plan and direct strategies to ensure family stability and thriving in our target area. This position is funded by Choice Neighborhood Initiatives grant funds.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of program strategies to meet objectives and enhance economic mobility.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with clients and key community partners to achieve project goals.
  • Collaborate with the housing management team to address site-specific housing stability goals.
  • Foster partnerships to boost neighborhood economic development.
  • Develop and implement an Annual Plan aligned with program goals and vision, informed by needs assessments and evidence-based practices.
  • Track and report outcomes, evaluating programs to meet objectives.
  • Monitor data in the LEARN Performance Management System to document progress.
  • Facilitate community building, leadership training, and capacity-building activities.
  • Support sustainability planning, fundraising, and resource development, identifying partnerships and funding opportunities, and assisting with grant or project proposals.
  • Manage project contracts and budgets and be accountable for expenditures.
  • Develop and present reports to stakeholders and partners.
  • Participate in Urban Strategies program meetings and other meetings related to the project.

Requirements

  • Masters Degree preferred. Bachelors Degree required.
  • 5 years of nonprofit or human services experience with increasing responsibility in project management, partnership oversight, contract management, and team supervision.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, effective with diverse stakeholders.
  • Comfortable and effective in facilitating group processes.
  • Ability to set vision, lead, and empower team members, residents, and service partners.
  • Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
  • Proficient in data analysis and resident-driven, data-driven program design.
  • Strong sense of confidentiality for participants and employees.
  • Culturally sensitive and able to work in diverse settings.
  • Passionate about community building and able to inspire others.
  • Ability to work independently with initiative and thrive in a team environment.
  • Skilled in developing and managing program/project budgets.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite, especially Advanced MS Excel, and other common software.

Compensation

$78,000 - $80,000 yearly salary.



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