Senior Program Manager, Education & Workforce Development

Community Impact Alliance is a fictional nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to education, workforce development, and economic opportunity for underserved communities. Through partnerships with schools, employers, community organizations, and public agencies, the organization develops programs that help individuals build skills and achieve long-term economic stability.

Houston, TX · https://example.org/

The Senior Program Manager will oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of education and workforce development initiatives serving adults and young people across Greater Houston. The successful candidate will manage program budgets, supervise staff, coordinate partner relationships, monitor outcomes, and ensure that programs meet organizational objectives and funder requirements. Hybrid; Texas residents only; in office 3 days per week. Fictional sample — for workflow testing only.

Workplace: Hybrid

• Lead planning and implementation of multiple education and workforce development programs.
• Develop annual work plans, budgets, timelines, and performance indicators.
• Supervise and coach two Program Coordinators.
• Manage relationships with schools, employers, community partners, and funders.
• Monitor program expenditures and coordinate budget reviews with the finance team.
• Collect and analyze program data to measure participation, completion, and outcomes.
• Prepare grant reports, progress updates, presentations, and impact narratives.
• Identify operational challenges and implement improvements.
• Ensure program activities follow organizational policies and applicable contractual requirements.
• Represent the organization at community meetings and professional events.
• Work primarily in an office and community-based program settings.
• Attend occasional evening or weekend events.
• Travel up to 15%, primarily local, to partner locations and program sites.
• Use standard office technology and collaboration platforms.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling participant and organizational information.
• Perform other related duties consistent with the position’s scope.

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in education, public administration, social sciences, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Required: At least five years of experience managing programs, projects, or community initiatives.
• Required: At least two years of staff supervision or team leadership experience.
• Required: Experience managing budgets, timelines, and multiple stakeholders.
• Required: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Required: Experience developing reports and using data to inform decisions.
• Required: Proficiency with common workplace productivity and collaboration tools.
• Required: Authorization to work in the United States; employer sponsorship is not available.
• Texas residents only.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Preferred: Experience working in a nonprofit organization.
• Preferred: Experience with foundation grants and institutional funders.
• Preferred: Familiarity with learning management systems or digital learning tools.
• Preferred: Experience serving immigrant, refugee, or underserved communities.
• Preferred: Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or another community language.

• Medical insurance: Employer pays 85% of employee premium.
• Dental insurance: Employer pays 85% of employee premium.
• Vision insurance: Employer pays 85% of employee premium.
• Retirement plan: 403(b) with 4% employer match, subject to plan terms.
• Paid time off: 20 days annually.
• Paid holidays: 12 days annually.
• Sick leave: Per organizational policy and applicable law.
• Parental leave: 8 weeks paid, subject to policy eligibility.
• Professional development: $1,500 annual allowance.
• Flexible work: Hybrid schedule and flexible start times.
• Wellness benefit: $500 annual stipend.
• Travel reimbursement: Approved business mileage reimbursed at applicable rate.
• Equipment: Organization-provided laptop and standard work equipment.
• Other benefits: Employee assistance program and eligible pre-tax benefits.
• These benefit details are illustrative and are not verified offerings from a real employer.

• Resume / CV
• Cover letter
• References

• Apply online: https://example.org/careers/senior-program-manager-education-workforce
• Deadline: November 15, 2026
• Questions: Director of People & Culture; careers@example.org