Manager of Career Pathways Coaching Program

The Manager, through a variety of collaborative community relationships, will ensure the program meets its goals, aligns with organizational objectives, and complies with grant requirements.

Title: Manager of Career Pathways Coaching Program

Area: Junior Achievement of Western New York

Reports to: President

Status: Full-Time, Hourly

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Stakeholder Engagement:
Collaborate with community partners, employers, schools, and funders to recruit and register participants and volunteer coaches and secure work and educational experiences.
Continually support partnering organizations to maximize enrollment, retention and workplace success.
Represent JAWNY at community events, meetings, and conferences to promote the Career Pathways Coaching Program.

2. Grant Compliance and Reporting:
Ensure program activities align with the goals and requirements set forth by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Prepare and submit timely, accurate reports on program progress, outcomes, and financial expenditures.
Maintain comprehensive records and documentation to support grant audits and evaluations.

3. Program Development and Improvement:
Assist in orienting all constituents to program platforms.
Work with the Junior Achievement USA team to develop and refine curriculum and coaching.
In collaboration with program partners, identify and address any barriers to participant success. Provide continual support to partners.
Provide ongoing support for volunteers, coaches, and employers.

4. Budget and Financial Management:
Monitor expenditures to ensure the program operates within budget constraints.

5. Data Collection and Analysis:
Ensure the collection of participant and other data required for the program.
Oversee the collection of program data to track participant progress, program outcomes, and impact.

Qualifications (required)

Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, business administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

Minimum of 2 years of experience in program management, community development, Career development, or a related area.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Comfort with data analysis and the use of data to inform decision-making.