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JOB TITLE: Economic Justice Program Manager

EMPLOYER: Catalyst Miami, Inc.

DEPARTMENT: Advocacy & Services

REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Economic Justice

EFFECTIVE DATE: July 21, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Economic Justice Program Manager joins a team of community-centered service providers striving to build a Miami where all people can afford to live well, for generations to come. The Economic Justice Manager will provide direct services and manage a team of direct service providers, supporting a portfolio of healthcare access and financial capabilities initiatives such as our DCF ACCESS benefits enrollment and uninsured health care access advising, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, financial coaching, and other programmatic efforts.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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QUALIFICATIONS:

CORE COMPETENCIES:

We are consistent and reliable.

Summary: Demonstrates reliability by following through on commitments, communicating clearly, and proactively addressing challenges.

• I respond to inquiries and move forward tasks without having to be reminded to do so.
• I follow instructions and ask questions as needed. I try things out and communicate transparently and honestly about my progress along the way.
• I ask for help troubleshooting challenges. When I see something that could be a problem, I communicate it to the appropriate leadership at Catalyst Miami along with a proposed solution. If I have a role in remedying the problem, I follow through with the necessary action steps.

We show up for ourselves and each other.

Summary: Maintains self-awareness and composure, demonstrates empathy, and builds respectful, positive relationships with others.

• I take responsibility for my own physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being.
• I navigate difficult issues without taking them personally. I know when to pause and take a breath. I challenge my own assumptions and seek understanding with curiosity instead of blame or judgment.
• I demonstrate care for the well-being of my colleagues and fellow community members. I am aware of how my speech and energy may impact others. I communicate clearly, directly, and purposefully in a timely manner.
• I am self-reflective and respond well to the feedback I receive. When I know better, I do better.
• I practice gratitude. I know that any accomplishment is a team effort. I take the extra step to say thank you. Even on my worst days I act with kindness, compassion, and humility.

We are exemplary partners.

Summary: Builds collaborative relationships and ensures work reflects diverse perspectives and the needs of the community.

• When I see opportunities for improvement in the way we do social impact, whether that be within my own work, with a peer, or in the community at large, I speak up and provide that feedback so that we can all do better.
• I engage in collaboration. I actively seek perspectives and input of those that are directly-impacted, listen well, and adapt to ensure that my initiatives reflect diverse needs and interests.
• I step up to fill gaps and meet needs, especially where no one else can, even when it may be inconvenient.
• I lead with a love of Miami and make work enjoyable.

We are in the business of creating and embracing change.

Summary: Seizes opportunities for improvement, embraces change, and models equity, sustainability, and vision in everyday work.

• When I see an opportunity to be more impactful and strategic, I seize it. As a leader, I hold high expectations for what is possible. Together, we are capable of accomplishing extraordinary social progress. We do this work to win.
• I am open to change, new ideas, and experimentation.
• I make the effort to model what this world could be through my everyday actions. This means that I lower barriers to participation (ex. language, disability, food, transportation, childcare), so that everyone feels that they are welcome. In addition, our work holds the environment as sacred, this belief is reflected in the meetings, operations, & initiatives that I host.

As supervisors, we steward the well-being and impact of our team.

Summary: Provides clear direction, fosters collaboration, develops talent, and ensures alignment with organizational goals and values.

• I steward commitment among staff to our organizational values, mission, and strategic goals.
• I am a mentor. I create opportunities for others to learn and grow, provide the necessary support and resources, proactively manage underperformance, and ensure that responsibilities are clearly understood among my team.

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above describes the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.