Program Manager – Campbellton Road Corridor Initiative

If you are passionate about equitable community development and have a proven track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives, keep reading. If you excel at building partnerships, facilitating community engagement, and driving measurable outcomes in underserved neighborhoods, you are in the right place.

Role Summary

We're looking for a strategic, entrepreneurial leader to oversee the Campbellton Road Corridor Initiative—a comprehensive community revitalization effort focused on affordable housing, education and workforce development, economic development, health and food security, and sustainable community engagement. This position will serve as the principal on-site staff person responsible for coordinating all program activities, managing relationships with diverse stakeholders, and ensuring that timelines, deliverables, and budgets are met.

The Program Manager will work closely with residents, city agencies (including the Chief Policy Officer, City Planning, and Sustainability & Resiliency offices), business partners (Invest Atlanta, ATL Main Street, Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs), academic institutions (Georgia Tech's Center for Urban Research), and community organizations to co-create and implement a shared vision for neighborhood transformation.

This role requires someone who can balance strategic planning with hands-on implementation, who understands that meaningful change is built on trust and sustained engagement, and who can navigate the complexities of public-private partnerships while keeping community voices at the center of decision-making. This position requires in-office work four days per week and occasional evening and weekend meetings to engage with community members and partners.

About the Employer

Medici Road is a nonprofit, community development corporation that addresses the intersection of poverty and race. Our mission is to reduce poverty by creating education, housing, and public health solutions that uproot systemic racial inequities. We serve and advocate for low- and middle-income urban communities, especially people of color and other historically underserved groups.

Our point of differentiation is that we provide long-term solutions that connect multiple sectors including education, housing, public health, and real estate investment from a systemic point of view. Our distinctive approach leverages community co-creation, data analysis, and human-centered design to create solutions in the form of products, programs, and policies.

With an embedded presence along the Campbellton Road corridor, our team is uniquely positioned to lead equitable development grounded in measurable outcomes, strategic collaboration, and long-term sustainability.

Qualifications

You're a great fit for this role if you:

• Have 5+ years of experience in community development, urban planning, nonprofit management, or related fields
• Have successfully managed multi-million dollar projects or initiatives with diverse stakeholders
• Have demonstrated experience building and maintaining partnerships across public, private, and nonprofit sectors
• Possess strong grant writing experience, including identifying public and private funding sources
• Have experience in community engagement and facilitation, particularly in underserved or communities of color
• Are highly organized with excellent project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Have knowledge of affordable housing development, economic development strategies, or commercial district revitalization (preferred)
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present effectively to diverse audiences
• Are comfortable working independently and making decisions in a dynamic, evolving environment
• Have a deep commitment to equity, racial justice, and community-driven development
• Live in the Atlanta area (close proximity to Campbellton Road preferred)
• Are available for in-office work four days per week and occasional evening and weekend meetings

Nice to Have:

• Experience with fundraising and donor relations

Primary Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Project Oversight – 30%

• Oversee the entire initiative, ensuring that timelines, deliverables, and budgets are met across all focus areas (housing, education, economic development, health, community engagement)
• Design flexible planning and governance structures that reflect the priorities of residents and adapt as needs evolve
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including work plans, progress reports, and impact assessments
• Monitor project budget and maintain financial records in coordination with Medici Road's finance team
• Establish and track benchmarks and key performance indicators to measure progress and impact

Partnership Development & Stakeholder Management – 25%

• Facilitate communication between residents, city agencies, business partners, academic institutions, and community organizations
• Identify, develop, and maintain strategic partnerships that advance project goals and leverage existing community resources
• Coordinate activities among multiple partner organizations, ensuring clear communication and alignment
• Build strong and productive relationships with city agencies at local and state levels
• Represent Medici Road and the initiative at community meetings, city council hearings, and regional forums

Community Engagement & Leadership – 20%

• Establish and support a community leadership council for shared decision-making
• Design and implement ongoing community outreach and engagement strategies that elevate resident voices
• Facilitate inclusive conversations with corridor businesses, entrepreneurs, residents, and families to gather input and shape priorities
• Develop and conduct public awareness and education programs designed to enhance understanding of the initiative's goals and progress
• Maintain clear communication loops between residents, partners, and city agencies to build trust and guide decisions
• Attend evening and weekend meetings as needed to accommodate community schedules

Funding & Resource Development – 15%

• Identify potential funding sources (public and private) for both the pilot year and long-term sustainability of the initiative
• Lead grant writing efforts and prepare compelling funding proposals
• Assist in preparation of reports to funding agencies and city partners
• Support fundraising strategies and cultivate relationships with potential funders

Program Implementation & Additional Projects – 10%

• Work with the Community Engagement Team Member and partners to implement activities across all focus areas
• Coordinate with city agencies on infrastructure, trail development, and public space improvements
• Support the launch of advisory groups for education, workforce development, and other priority areas
• Facilitate problem-solving and decision-making when challenges or conflicts arise
• Assess and strengthen the capacity of partner organizations to carry out collaborative activities
• Support other organizational projects and initiatives as they arise

At the end of your first year, success would be: you've established trust and credibility with residents and key partners, launched the community leadership council, aligned existing initiatives with community-identified needs, secured additional funding sources, and demonstrated measurable progress on at least three priority projects across the initiative's focus areas.

Skills Required

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Strategic thinking with ability to see the big picture while managing operational details
• Project management and multi-million dollar budget management
• Facilitation and consensus-building skills
• Grant writing experience
• Data analysis and performance monitoring
• Public speaking and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse communities and across cultural differences
• Proficiency with project management tools, CRM systems, and collaboration platforms
• Understanding of urban planning, community development, and/or economic development principles

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Competitive Paid Time Off with increased accrual over time with the organization
• Salary range is $65,000-$75,000 based on experience
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements (3-4 days in-office, 1-2 days in the field with stakeholders)

The Hiring Process

1. Application Review
2. Initial Interview with Hiring Committee
3. Case Study/Presentation Exercise
4. Final Interview with Executive Director
5. Reference Checks
6. Offer

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by December 5, 2025.

All qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Medici Road is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

Comprehensive Benefits (401K match, PTO, commuter, and others)

Competitive Paid Time Off with increased accrual over time with the org