Program Manager -Eagle River, AK

The Alaska Community Foundation • Anchorage, AK

4d • Remote

About The Position

The Program Manager works with the Chugiak Eagle River Foundation (CERF), an affiliate of The Alaska Community Foundation, providing administrative and strategic support to CERF’s Advisory Board. The role supports operations, marketing and communications, events, donor relations, and strategic initiatives. The Program Manager resides in the Chugiak Eagle River geographic area and works from home; a work laptop is provided. The position averages 5–10 hours per week, approximately 25 hours per month, and up to 300 hours annually. It is part-time, non-exempt, and available starting October 2026.

The role supports CERF’s annual grant and scholarship program, including the evaluation process, applicant support, and grant-report review. It also serves as a liaison between ACF and CERF and participates in Foundation convenings, training, and monthly Program Manager meetings.

Requirements

• A minimum of two years of administrative or organizational support experience.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Experience with WordPress and Canva.
• Experience creating and writing marketing and communications materials.
• Knowledge of, or experience managing, social media and websites.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative when appropriate, and work as part of the Alaska Community Foundation team.
• Integrity, good judgment, professionalism, and passion for Chugiak, Eagle River, and surrounding communities.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of, or experience in, the nonprofit and/or foundation field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate CERF Advisory Board annual operations planning and monthly meetings, including scheduling, drafting agendas, and writing meeting minutes.
• Partner with the CERF Advisory Board to plan and execute local events, including scheduling, selecting locations, sending invitations, and arranging catering.
• Support the Advisory Board’s donor relations, stewardship activities, and initiatives.
• Create marketing and communications materials, including newsletters, thank-you cards, PowerPoint presentations, printed materials, and photo catalogues.
• Manage the CERF website and social media platforms.
• Support annual grant and scholarship program activities, including the evaluation process, applicant support, and review of grant reports.
• Serve as a liaison between The Alaska Community Foundation and CERF.
• Participate in Foundation convenings and training opportunities, including monthly Program Manager meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed