Homelessness Programs Manager

Idaho Housing and Finance Association • Boise, ID

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About The Position

Idaho Housing and Finance Association is seeking a Homelessness Programs Manager to join their team. This role is responsible for overseeing the administration, coordination, and strategic development of programs that address homelessness throughout the state. The Manager ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, fosters collaborative partnerships, delivers technical assistance and training to grant recipients, and leads grant writing and administration efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in program management, community relations, and excellent leadership and communication skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, or equivalent experience
• Verifiable expertise in organizational planning, budget development, and federal program administration
• Ability to interpret federal regulations and incorporate into policies and procedures
• Supervisory experience in administrative functions, including technical assistance, stakeholder management, and contractual oversight
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience inspiring large and diverse groups towards collective impact
• Experience analyzing resource allocation and performance data to inform strategy and goal creation
• Experience effectively managing staff with varying skill levels, utilizing effective time and project management skills

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff, ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, and manage grant administration efforts, including resource allocation, grant award decisions and processes, technical assistance to grant recipients, and reporting.
• Conduct grant writing in areas such as Continuum of Care (CoC), Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG), and Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), research new funding opportunities, and support other departments with grant writing efforts.
• Foster strong partnerships with stakeholders, inform public messaging on homelessness activities, and advise on strategic direction of homelessness response efforts statewide.
• Provide leadership and direction to staff, ensure professional development and training, and coach staff to establish high standards of proficiency and customer service.
• Participate in Idaho Housing and Finance Association's management team, representing Homelessness Programs and supporting departmental and organizational goals.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We believe that housing opportunities, self-sufficiency, and economic development are the pillars of progress.
• Our commitment to our team is unwavering, and we consider our employees our greatest priority.
• Join us and be part of a professional and mission-driven organization that makes a meaningful impact on the lives of Idahoans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager