Hope Chicago is seeking a dedicated and experienced Program Manager to join the program team. Under the direction and support of the Chief Program Officer, the Program Manager will work to provide postsecondary access, completion programming, financial scholarships and aid to thousands of Chicago public school students and their parent(s) or guardian(s). Dozens of partner schools and nonprofit organizations provide wraparound advising and support for postsecondary access and success, and the Program Manager will help build and oversee those relationships to advance Hope Chicago’s goals.
This role has a focus on four key areas:
(1) Program development and implementation - as a growing organization, Program Managers play a key role in helping to drive and refine the program model to ensure scholar success. Working closely with In-network postsecondary institutions, Program Managers will have goals aligned to establishing a sustainable and comprehensive program across postsecondary partners.
(2) Stakeholder and resource management - with over 30 partners, Program Managers’ ability to oversee, support and engage stakeholders is crucial to the organization’s success. This role will lead in-network postsecondary teams through establishing strategic initiatives to support the unique needs of Hope scholars collectively and individually while also identifying and connecting key resources to track scholar progress.
(3) Program Evaluation and Reporting - Hope Chicago has invested in a research partner to ensure appropriate evaluation over time. The Program Manager role will focus on ensuring the collection of data and work closely with the Hope data team to ensure there are clear outcomes, goals, tracking and reporting on Hope Scholars.
(4) Team Leadership - As the first and largest team at Hope Chicago, Program Managers are intended to provide guidance and support to other programmatic staff and the larger organization. This role will continue to foster an environment of program collaboration and innovation across all departments to ensure program fidelity. Additionally, the Program Team serves as the first point of contact for Hope representation at various activities associated with Chicago Public School, the college promise network, the education nonprofit sector and other local and national activities.
A successful candidate must have a personal passion for and professional commitment to equitable access to learning opportunities for young people and adults alike, with a particular focus on communities that have been underestimated and lacked investment. The Program Manager must believe that pathways to postsecondary educational attainment can empower people of all ages to create socio-economic mobility for themselves, their families and entire communities.
Key Responsibilities
The Program Manager will:
Qualifications and Competencies
Exceptional candidates will:
Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required. Periodic travel to Illinois college campuses and some nights and weekends will be required.
Hope Chicago is seeking a dedicated and experienced Program Manager to join the program team. Under the direction and support of the Chief Program Officer, the Program Manager will work to provide postsecondary access, completion…
Hope Chicago offers full medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) with employer match, and generous paid time off.
Hope Chicago offers full medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) with employer match, and generous paid time off.
Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required.
Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required.
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume online.