Program Manager

The Program Manager will be responsible for a variety of significant activities including internal operations, oversight of events and programs and program evaluation services. S/he will be instrumental in ensuring consistent and effective internal processes and communications in order to strengthen HPGM programs and position the organization for continued success. Application Deadline: Friday, November 9, 2012.

Reporting to the Executive Director (ED), the Program Manager will play a critical role in helping HPGM achieve its vision to provide high quality programs locally, with the plan to eventually extend the use of its model to other areas. The Program Manager will be responsible for a variety of significant activities including internal operations, oversight of events and programs and program evaluation services. S/he will be instrumental in ensuring consistent and effective internal processes and communications in order to strengthen HPGM programs and position the organization for continued success.

Responsibilities:

• Leadership of Volunteer teams and other stakeholders
• Oversee the program operations and day-to-day leadership of HPGMs Volunteer Team to provide them with vision, guidance, strategies for growth and operational assistance
• Coordinate with the Board of Directors and the ED to ensure quality program delivery and alignment with strategic goals
• Strengthen internal operations and infrastructure
• Develop all policies and programs for HPGM programs and events including planning and development, on-boarding, training, evaluation, and recruiting; provide clarity around roles, motivate volunteers, and facilitate effective team dynamics
• Support the Board of Directors to make consistent and progressive steps toward organizational and programmatic consistency and sustainability; effectively communicate work plans and priorities derived from the organization's strategic plan by partnering with the Board and ED to follow through with coordinated accountabilities, objectives, and associated budgets
• Enhance organizational excellence by establishing operational benchmarks, timelines, and resources needed to achieve strategic goals, proactively recommending and driving improvements as necessary; set standards for accountability and measurements of success
• Oversee HPGMs evaluation activities including data collection systems evaluation, and all contracts and activities relating to program evaluation and measurement; communicate and prepare all data collection summary reports and evaluation updates for the ED and Board of Directors
• Develop a knowledge management system that ensures maximum sharing of information and learning throughout the organization; create an environment whereby HPGM is known as a best-in-class organization

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required; at least 3 years of project, program or event management experience, ideally in a rapidly evolving institution
• Highly organized and ability to wear multiple hats in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment; a driving force who manages toward clarity and solutions
• A successful track record in setting priorities, shaping processes, guiding investment in people and systems, and developing an infrastructure that creates a stronger and more efficient organization
• Thorough understanding of project management; able to work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines and goals
• A consummate team player with a flexible and creative approach
• Excellent communication and coalition building skills with an ability to balance, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders; high level of knowledge and understanding, especially as it relates to program replication, connecting programs to funding, creatively generating other resources, and building strategic partnerships.
• Ability to speak Spanish preferred.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to HPGMs mission

Negotiable.