Special Initiatives Program Director

Anthos Home•New York, NY

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Anthos|Home is a nonprofit startup focused on creating a new way home for New Yorkers with housing vouchers. We streamline the apartment search, approval, and move-in process using technology to move people into stable housing faster. We believe every person deserves a place to blossom, and we're building the tools, systems, and teams to make that possible. At Anthos|Home, urgency drives our work because every day in shelter matters. We are focused on helping people move into stable housing as quickly as possible and continuously improving how we get there. We are looking for team members who are highly data-oriented, tech-savvy, and comfortable learning new systems. Strong candidates value accuracy, use data to inform decisions, and actively improve how information is tracked and shared. We value people who are thoughtful, adaptable, and detail-oriented, and who follow through, communicate openly, and take ownership of their work. How effectively we use data and technology directly impacts how quickly people get home. The Special Initiatives Director will report to the Deputy Chief of Program Operations and lead the planning, launch, and management of new strategic initiatives at Anthos|Home. This role requires fluency in both Spanish and English (written and verbal), as the Director will engage a diverse set of partners, stakeholders, and communities across New York City. As the organization grows and identifies new opportunities to expand its impact or demonstrate program efficacy, the Director will develop and implement relevant programs. They will help transform new concepts into operational programs by managing program design, coordinating across internal teams and external partners, building stakeholder engagement structures, developing program materials, and ensuring that data collection and evaluation are in place to measure outcomes. The Director may transition between initiatives as organizational priorities evolve. The first initiative the Director will lead is a groundbreaking pilot program, conducted in partnership with a group of high-need schools, that helps students in need of housing move into permanent homes. This role requires close coordination across Anthos|Home teams, school support partners, shelter providers, community stakeholders, and funders. The Director’s responsibilities will include standing up the infrastructure of the program, communicating the pilot’s model and impact to external partners and stakeholders, and ensuring data collection and reporting protocols. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a first-of-its-kind program that has the potential to demonstrate a scalable solution for ending student homelessness in New York City. In the long term, the Director will be a key part of establishing innovative new pathways to housing for New Yorkers. The ideal candidate is equal parts strategic thinker and hands-on doer—a professional who is energized by building something from the ground up and who brings the project management rigor to see it through. They thrive in collaborative, cross-sector environments and are motivated by the opportunity to turn innovative ideas into measurable impact for New Yorkers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of relevant experience in program management, project management, or a related role in the housing or human services sector.
2-3 years of relevant experience in education, New York City-based preferred.
Flexible schedule and ability to work evenings or weekends to accommodate school and family schedules.
Bilingual in English/Spanish
Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional projects involving multiple stakeholders and organizations.
Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills with a track record of meeting deadlines and managing complex workstreams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience developing program materials and public-facing documents.
Experience working with or alongside government agencies, school systems, and social service organizations.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Proficiency in Salesforce.
Significant experience with data tracking and analysis, technological integration, and AI tools.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with diverse stakeholders.
Passion for the mission of Anthos|Home and the ability to work in a diverse environment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in education, public policy or a related field.
Experience working in or with NYC public schools, the NYC shelter system, or the NYC housing voucher process.
Familiarity with NYC Public Schools, Department of Homeless Services, or related agencies.
Experience working with or collaborating with community organizations in the Bronx.
Experience establishing and managing advisory committees or community engagement processes.
Lived experience related to housing instability is welcomed and valued.

Responsibilities

Manage the overall setup, launch, and day-to-day operations of the school pilot program.
Develop and implement processes and workflows for program referrals and ongoing communication and coordination between Anthos|Home and designated schools.
Create and maintain a detailed project plan with milestones, timelines, and deliverables for each phase of the pilot.
Identify and resolve operational challenges as they arise, escalating to the Deputy Chief of Program Operations as needed.
Develop clear, accessible communication materials for partners, stakeholders, and external audiences about the initiative, its processes, and its impact.
Present to partners, stakeholders, and internal and external partners about the initiative, its processes, and its impact.
Manage internal communications and reporting on the initiative, including updates for Anthos|Home leadership, board, and staff.
Serve as the primary point of contact between Anthos|Home staff, community-based organizations, and other external partners (such as school support staff) throughout the initiative.
Facilitate regular check-ins and communication between Anthos|Home and relevant partners (such as school support staff) to support household engagement and follow-through.
Coordinate with Anthos|Home’s Tenant Coordination, Housing Acquisition, Operations and Aftercare teams to ensure seamless service delivery for initiative participants.
Coordinate with the Anthos|Home Development team to align initiative activities with funder requirements and reporting timelines.
Potentially: Design and manage an initiative advisory committee composed of community members, school support partners, and other relevant stakeholders.
Work with the Data and Evaluation team to establish data collection systems, key metrics, and reporting frameworks for the initiative.
Collaborate with program teams to maintain accurate and up-to-date program data in Salesforce for performance tracking and reporting.
Carry out other related duties as assigned in support of initiative goals, team operations, and organizational priorities.