Youth Program Manager

Orlando Neighborhood Improvement Corporation, Inc.•Orlando, FL

36d•$48,000 - $55,000•Hybrid

About The Position

ONIC is seeking a passionate and driven Youth Program Manager to lead the development, implementation, and day-to-day management of youth-focused initiatives. This role involves leading across multiple sites within a 15-mile radius of the main office, coordinating staff, volunteers, and community partners to deliver high-quality experiences. The ideal candidate will have hands-on knowledge of youth programming best practices, including curriculum design, youth development frameworks, and trauma-informed approaches, to foster safe and engaging environments for young people. This is a full-time position that requires some evening and weekend hours.

Requirements

3 or more years of proven experience supervising teams and managing youth or community programs effectively.
Ability to pass level II background check fingerprinting.
Ability to pass a childcare provider security check as required under Sections 402.305 and 402.3055, Florida Statutes.
Ability to participate in Prodigy-sponsored training sessions and extracurricular events.
Ability to fulfill Prodigy contract obligations.
Required computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Data Analytics Software, and Statistical Analysis Software.
Strong communication skills for effective presentation delivery and stakeholder engagement.
Ability to conduct requirements gathering sessions and facilitate meetings effectively.
Ability to lift and move 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

Supervise contract implementation processes and manage ongoing contractual relationships with partners.
Motivate, train, and lead staff in implementing Youth Program work plan goals, including youth recruitment, enrollment, and retention using positive youth development strategies.
Review, modify, and approve lesson plans and curricula in accordance with organizational policy and funder guidelines.
Lead the planning and implementation of the Annual Showcase and Summer Program projects.
Cultivate and support the development of youth leadership through onsite activities and formal leadership training.
Oversee and engage in recruitment efforts and engagement initiatives to increase program enrollment and support participant retention.
Directly implement youth enrichment activities and provide in-classroom support as a Prodigy instructor assistant in addition to management role.
Ensure the safety and quality of all program practices.
Develop and manage the annual work plan and budget for the Youth Program.
Monitor and evaluate the fulfillment of work plan goals.
Compile and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting for internal and external purposes.
Ensure the accuracy and security of programmatic records, overseeing and directing the quality control process for internal and external files and records.
Assess and communicate program impacts and outcomes to leadership and relevant stakeholders.
Propose and coordinate new Youth Program initiatives, based on assessments of community needs.