Youth Program Supervisor

International Rescue Committee•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Youth Program Supervisor provides leadership and oversight for IRC youth programming, including program operations, staff supervision, partnerships, compliance, resource development, and strategic planning. Working collaboratively with staff, schools, families, and community partners, the supervisor helps ensure high-quality services and positive outcomes for youth. The position reports to the Youth Education Manager. The role leads program planning aligned with IRC’s mission and goals, develops and implements best practices for positive youth development and academic achievement, establishes annual and long-term objectives, and ensures compliance with program, donor, contractual, and IRC requirements. It oversees accurate and timely financial, programmatic, and client records, including use of ETO and ARRPODS systems. The supervisor supports staff development, trains staff and volunteers, contributes to grant and proposal development, builds relationships with school districts and community partners, and represents IRC Youth Programs to the community and prospective funders. The work takes place across a standard office environment, remote work, and field locations in the service delivery area. Some evening and weekend hours are required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least three years of experience working with youth.
At least two years of supervisory experience.
Demonstrated success designing and implementing youth programs, leading staff, and building community partnerships.
Strong communication, relationship-building, and collaboration skills.
Ability to work effectively across diverse cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives, and uphold IRC values.
Commitment to serving immigrant communities through trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices.
Valid driver’s license, access to a personal insured vehicle, and ability to travel regularly throughout the service area.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree in education, nonprofit management, public administration, social work, human services, or a related field.
Experience with refugee and/or immigrant youth.
Bilingual abilities.

Responsibilities

Lead department and program planning in alignment with the organization’s mission and goals.
Ensure high-quality services that empower youth and support their success in the community.
Research, develop, and implement best practices that promote positive youth development and academic achievement for vulnerable youth.
Establish and implement annual and long-term goals and objectives in collaboration with department leadership and staff.
Ensure compliance with program, donor, contractual, and IRC standards and requirements.
Oversee accurate and timely financial, programmatic, and client recordkeeping, including use of ETO and ARRPODS systems.
Supervise, coach, and support the professional growth and development of Youth Program staff.
Lead staff and volunteer training on education best practices, positive youth development, social-emotional asset development, and working with English Language Learners (ELLs).
Contribute to grant and proposal development efforts to support and sustain programming.
Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with school districts and strategic community partners.
Represent IRC Youth Programs within the community and to current and prospective funders.
Serve as a resource for information related to program activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

10 paid sick leave days.
10 U.S. holidays.
20–25 paid time off days based on role and tenure.
Medical insurance starting at $163 per month.
Dental insurance starting at $6.50 per month.
Vision insurance starting at $5 per month.
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match and immediate vesting.
Non-elective employer retirement contribution based on age and years of service, with three-year vesting.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.