Program Coordinator – Career Advancement Workshops (Volunteer)

Program Coordinator – Career Advancement Workshops (Volunteer)

Organization: Mentor A Promise (MAP)

Location: Remote (with potential NYC-based collaboration)

Type: Volunteer

About Mentor A Promise

Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a youth-centered nonprofit dedicated to supporting children and youth ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. Through mentorship, social-emotional learning, academic enrichment, creative expression, and career exploration, we create consistent and empowering spaces for young people and their families to thrive.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Volunteer Program Coordinator to lead MAP’s Career Advancement Workshop Series for parents and caregivers in family shelters. This role will involve designing, scheduling, and coordinating workshops focused on building skills that open doors to new career opportunities. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting families as they work toward long-term stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of the Career Advancement Workshop Series, from planning to delivery
• Work with facilitators and volunteers to develop engaging, skill-based sessions
• Manage workshop schedules, communications, and attendance tracking
• Collaborate with community partners, shelters, and schools to recruit participants
• Collect feedback and measure impact to refine programming
• Ensure workshops reflect MAP’s mission of equity, empowerment, and opportunity

Qualifications

• Experience in program coordination, adult education, or workforce development (professional or volunteer)
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Comfortable working with diverse populations and sensitive to the challenges facing families experiencing housing instability
• Commitment to MAP’s mission and values

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of workforce readiness, financial literacy, or career advancement programs
• Experience coordinating volunteers or community-based workshops
• Familiarity with nonprofit program delivery and impact tracking

Commitment

• Volunteer role, approximately 5–10 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling with some evening/weekend availability for workshops

What You’ll Gain

• Leadership experience coordinating career advancement programming for families
• Opportunities to work closely with community partners and shelters in NYC
• Collaboration with a passionate, mission-driven team
• Letters of recommendation and professional references for future opportunities

How to Apply

Please send your resume and LinkedIn profile to hr@mentorapromise.org along with a brief statement of interest.

You may also apply directly here: https://forms.gle/ptgy2zBZXJB1q7GV8

Help us equip families with the skills and tools needed for long-term stability and career growth.