Program Coordinator

About Us

For 15 years, The Honeycomb Project has redefined youth volunteerism, providing a platform for children aged 3-17 to discover their potential to shape the future. Through family-centered programs, we equip kids with meaningful ways to tackle pressing issues—from food insecurity to climate change—while providing vital resources and support to local nonprofits during this time of immense need.

At Honeycomb, we believe kids are powerful leaders in our community. Our innovative multi-generational approach to volunteerism cultivates a sense of civic responsibility in children and a lifelong commitment to service. Together, families roll up their sleeves—cooking meals for shelters, planting urban gardens, restoring nature trails—and discover that change begins at home, in their own backyards.

Role Description

We’re looking for a passionate, community-driven Program Coordinator like you to build partnerships, lead enriching volunteer programs, grow an engaged community of families. If you're a highly organized planner, like to take initiative, and thrive in a creative and collaborative environment, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

You’ll wear many hats—planner, leader, community builder, and educator. Here’s how you’ll make it happen:

Lead and Deliver Programs: Design, coordinate, and lead a robust calendar of in-person programs that bring families together to serve Chicago communities. Coordinate all aspects of project delivery, including logistics, staffing, registration, data analysis and reporting. Expect to lead 3-5 weekend/evening projects/events per month.

Build Partnerships: Forge strong, lasting relationships with local nonprofits, businesses, and community groups to create high-impact projects that benefit both the partners we serve and the families who volunteer.

Enrich Learning: Honeycomb volunteers learn by doing. Inspired by the Montessori approach and rooted in educational best practices, you’ll help design thoughtful, site-specific learning materials that elevate each project. Using media, guided discussions, reflection activities, and interactive learning, you’ll help families deepen their understanding and curiosity with every volunteer experience.

Grow Community: Cultivate a diverse, multi-generational volunteer base. You’ll actively recruit new families by connecting with schools, workplaces, community groups, and other networks.

Communications: Keep our community informed and inspired—draft program communications, including updates on email communications and social posts, and outreach to volunteers and partners.

Develop Leaders: Support the recruitment, training, and mentorship of Project Leaders, adult volunteers, and teen leaders in the Honeycomb Leadership Corps.

Collaborate on Strategy: Work with Honeycomb’s Executive Director to help shape our program strategy.

Skills & Competencies

Interpersonal Savvy: You are a people person! You can relate to all kinds of people and build meaningful connections easily.

Problem-Solving: You treat every situation with a positive “can do” attitude. You identify challenges and respond constructively to bring about solutions. You are flexible and positive when difficulties arise.

Organized & Detail-Focused: You’re a master planner, able to juggle logistics, deadlines, and shifting priorities. You accurately scope out the length and difficulty of projects, set goals, develop schedules and assignments, adjust for roadblocks, and evaluate results.

Initiative: Your friends would describe you as very ambitious. You go the extra mile to get things done. You approach your work with creativity and bring new ideas to the table.

Team Player: You define success in terms of the whole team. You maintain positive working relationships and inspire cooperation. You share wins and successes, foster open dialogue, and create a sense of community with your coworkers.

Oral and Written Communications: You are a clear and graceful communicator. You are comfortable with public speaking and facilitating workshops. You can adapt your style and tone to different audiences.

Committed: You are passionate about family volunteering and embody the mission, goals, and values of The Honeycomb Project through all professional interactions.

Job Requirements/Details:

We’re looking for a self-motivated, meticulous planner with strong communication skills, and a passion for community impact.

• Four-year college degree is required
• 2+ years of experience in program management, community organizing, or volunteer coordination
• Experience working with kids and families; teaching experience is highly valued
• A love for hands-on activities like gardening, cooking, or crafting
• Reliable transportation
• Successful completion of a background check is required.

This is a full-time position that offers a competitive salary. Employee should expect to work Monday – Friday (40-hour work week with 8-hour days). This position requires flexibility to work evening and weekend hours, typically 3-5 days/month. The compensation package includes health coverage; two weeks of paid vacation; paid national holidays and five personal days.

The compensation package includes health coverage; two weeks of paid vacation and five personal days.