Program Manager

JEVS Human Services•Philadelphia, PA

22d•Hybrid

About The Position

When you love what you do, it’s not a job—it’s a calling. At JEVS, we help the people we serve lead self-determined, connected, and fulfilling lives that strengthen themselves, their families, and their communities. Our team is more than 1,500 strong, serving the Greater Philadelphia community for over 85 years. Our programs are designed to help individuals gain independence and economic security. We believe everyone deserves access to jobs, educational opportunities, and vital services. Edu-Connect is hiring for a Program Manager.

Requirements

Candidates should exhibit knowledge, insights, and skills typically reflected by a minimum of 2 years of project management experience in the fields of education or social services.
Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and collaborate with a variety of customers including out-of-school youth, employers and partner agencies.
Effective communication/public speaking skills, and the ability to connect quickly and authentically with people from a variety of different professional and cultural backgrounds
Proficient in MS Office applications (especially MS Word and Excel). Willingness to learn JEVS specific databases.
Willing to work a flexible schedule
Can lift moderately heavy boxes of supplies as needed
Access to reliable transportation necessary and willingness to travel to various sites across the city as needed

Responsibilities

Maintains new and existing partnerships with local high schools, community-based organizations, and other referral networks to strengthen student recruitment pipelines and increase access to programs for disadvantaged and non-traditional students in the region.
Serves as liaison between Edu-Connect and school/organization point of contact to ensure smooth course delivery
Orders, inventories, and distributes supplies for classes
Identifies and supports funding opportunities that advance program sustainability and growth, including researching opportunities and contributing to funding applications
Assists with developing and monitoring program budgets, including tracking projected and actual revenue and expenses.
Processes and tracks invoices and other financial documentation to maintain accurate financial records.
Supports with grant report writing, monitoring grant outcomes, and presenting to grant funders as needed
Supports with recruitment, interviewing, and screening of participants
Coordinates and supports student credentialing, externships placements and student job placement activities including tracking progress and addressing barriers to completion and placement
Develops and implements student coaching plans with onboarding and retention strategies
Develops customized academic intervention efforts as needed; works with instructors to develop plan for tutoring and re-testing

Benefits

401(k), with company match
Tuition assistance: Available to all employees with at least one year of service, for those enrolled in job-related, accredited, degree or certificate level courses
Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
Ample paid vacation and sick time
10-12 paid holidays per year
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Continuing education, professional development opportunities, retreats, and training
Annual holiday party and office outings
Wellness workshops and activities and access to the Employee Assistance Program
Dress-down Fridays
Employee referral bonus
Reimbursement of eligible mileage and travel expenses