Freedom School Partners - Senior Program Director

Ascend Nonprofit Solutions • Charlotte, NC

21h

About The Position

The Senior Program Director is responsible for ensuring the effective design and delivery of high-quality programs, cultivating and managing partnerships with key stakeholders, and providing strategic leadership for internal operations as a core member of FSP's Leadership Team.

Requirements

• 3+ years of leadership and team management experience.
• Bachelor's degree
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft and G Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office 365)
• Experience with a Cloud-based platform, i.e. SharePoint or OneDrive
• Organized, with a strong ability to multi-task
• Willingness to learn computer applications
• Professional presence and presentation
• Highly motivated and willing to support organizational needs beyond primary responsibilities
• Valid ID and reliable transportation
• Commitment to educational equity, social justice, and the mission of CDF Freedom Schools®.

Responsibilities

• Supervise seasonal program leaders and ensure effective delivery of CDF Freedom Schools®.
• Maintain visibility at summer sites, events, and community meetings.
• Support partnerships with CMS, CDF and key vendors (e.g., transportation).
• Lead the program's continuous improvement process.
• Cultivate positive and sustainable relationships with key site partners, community agencies and school contacts.
• Plan and facilitate Partnership Network meetings and Cohesion Sessions (including preparation of agenda and all meeting presentation materials).
• Engage and serve as a contact with key community agencies that work within similar operational spaces.
• Maintain awareness of community partnerships and build relationships to strengthen FSP's ability to fulfill its' mission.
• In partnership with the COO, support key relationships with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
• Responsible for executing MOUs with FSP Partnership Network.
• Evaluate partnership opportunities and make recommendations regarding FSP's role, based on what is best for our scholars.
• Develop, lead and implement processes to recruit the seasonal Freedom School program team.
• Develop, lead, and implement the overall training for FSP seasonal personnel.
• Provide leadership and oversight to FSP team members managing year round engagement, scholar recruitment, registration, field trips, on-site programming, and the acquisition of supplies for summer operations.
• Work closely with the CEO and COO on strategic initiatives, board engagement, and program initiatives.
• Attend Board of Directors and Board Committee meetings as requested by the CEO.
• Prepare Board meeting reports and deliver updates.
• Serve as an active member of the Leadership Team, guiding strategic challenges and opportunities.
• Stay informed on national, state, and local developments relevant to FSP's mission and share insights with staff.
• In partnership with the COO, document, review, and update organizational policies and procedures to reflect best practices and compliance standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• FSP offers a generous benefits program, including vacation, holiday, and sick/personal days, as well as employer-paid health, life, and AD&D insurance.

What This Job Offers

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