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Peter Paul Development Center

Program Manager

Richmond, VA · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Chief Program Officer Classification: Full-Time, Exempt Salary Range: $60 -65K Position Summary The Program Manager supports the Chief Program Officer in the coordination, implementation, and day-to ...

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Program Officer - Africa

Arlington, VA · On-site

This is a full-time position based in Arlington and will report to the Senior Program Manager ... Along with the Senior Program Manager, serve as a primary interface with the Chief of Party (COP ...

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Program Officer - Africa

Arlington, VA · On-site

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Senior Program Officer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$132K - $133K/yr

The Senior Program Officer will be also responsible for a range of business development ... This is a full time position based in Arlington, VA. This position will report to the Director of ...

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What is the difference between Full Time Chief Program Officer vs Program Director?

AspectFull Time Chief Program OfficerProgram Director
CredentialsAdvanced degrees in relevant fields, leadership experienceBachelor's or Master's, specialized in program management
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, strategic planning, organization-wide focusOperational, overseeing specific programs or projects
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofits, foundations, large NGOsNonprofits, government agencies, educational institutions

The Full Time Chief Program Officer typically holds a higher-level, strategic role overseeing multiple programs at an organizational level, while a Program Director manages specific programs or projects within an organization. Both roles require relevant credentials, but the CPO focuses more on strategy and leadership, whereas the Program Director emphasizes operational management.

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Program Manager

Richmond, VA • On-site

Peter Paul Development Center
Civic and Social Organizations • 11 - 50 employees
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$60K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Simple IRA
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Program Manager Department: Operations/Education
Reports To: Chief Program Officer
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary Range: $60 -65K
Position Summary
The Program Manager supports the Chief Program Officer in the coordination, implementation, and day-to-day management of Peter Paul's programs. This position provides consistent oversight across multiple program areas, including Youth Education, New Gen, Family and Community Engagement, Older Adult Programming, and related program initiatives.
The Program Manager helps ensure that programs are organized, engaging, well-coordinated, and implemented in alignment with the vision and priorities established by the Chief Program Officer. The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, creative, solutions-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities while building strong relationships with staff, students, families, and community partners.
Primary Responsibilities
  • Partner with the Chief Program Officer to implement program goals, priorities, calendars, and initiatives across Peter Paul's program areas.
  • Provide day-to-day management, coordination, and support to Program Coordinators and other assigned program staff.
  • Help ensure programs are appropriately staffed, scheduled, prepared, and operating efficiently.
  • Maintain strong communication and coordination across Youth Education, New Gen, Family and Community Engagement, Older Adult Programming, and other program initiatives.
  • Collaborate with the CPO and program staff to develop engaging programming, including New Gen experiences, special initiatives, enrichment opportunities, and program improvements.
  • Conduct regular program check-ins and walkthroughs to monitor implementation, student engagement, staff support needs, and overall program quality.
  • Coordinate day-to-day communication and logistics with community partners, vendors, and program providers.
  • Support staff onboarding, training, coaching, and professional development in collaboration with the CPO.
  • Identify operational challenges, communicate concerns proactively, and work collaboratively with the appropriate staff to develop solutions.
  • Maintain program calendars, schedules, records, documentation, and other systems needed to support effective program implementation.
  • Support the coordination of special events, field experiences, family activities, student celebrations, and other programmatic initiatives.
  • Collaborate with other Peter Paul departments to coordinate program spaces, transportation, meals, supplies, facilities, and other operational needs.

Social Work Program Support
Within Family and Community Engagement, the Program Manager will support the implementation and ongoing development of Peter Paul's social work program by:
  • Providing direct supervision and support to the Social Work Program Coordinator.
  • Ensuring that the program is implemented consistently and efficiently.
  • Maintaining appropriate program records and documentation.
  • Tracking parent and caregiver participation and attendance.
  • Supporting the collection and organization of program data.
  • Collaborating with the CPO and Social Work Program Coordinator on program frameworks, procedures, workflows, and continuous improvement.
  • Helping ensure communication among families, program staff, and organizational leadership remains timely and consistent.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in education, Youth Development, Human Services, Nonprofit Management, Social Work, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
  • 3-5 years of experience in youth development, education, nonprofit programming, human services, or community-based programming.
  • Previous experience coordinating programs, projects, teams, or multiple priorities.
  • Supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
  • Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
  • Experience working with youth, families, community partners, or multidisciplinary teams is strongly preferred.

Core Competencies
  • Organization and follow-through
  • Collaborative leadership
  • Clear communication
  • Creativity and initiative
  • Problem-solving
  • Relationship building
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Sound judgment
  • Staff support and coaching
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Professionalism and reliability
  • Commitment to high-quality, community-centered programming

CPO & Program Manager Partnership
The Chief Program Officer maintains responsibility for overall program strategy, vision, organizational priorities, major partnerships, outcomes, and executive-level decision-making.
The Program Manager works collaboratively with the CPO to translate those priorities into effective day-to-day implementation by coordinating staff, programs, schedules, systems, and operational needs across Peter Paul's program areas.
Compensation: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
About Peter Paul RVA
Peter Paul RVA is an outreach and community center serving Richmond's East End.
Founded by John Coleman in1979, it is the oldest community-based agency continually serving East End children and families. Peter Paul serves students in grades 1-12 through its flagship academic Youth Program, giving children a safe, consistent, structured, and loving environment in which to thrive during out-of-school time. Family and community programming offered and
coordinated by Peter Paul bolsters student success.
A R E Y O U ?
Dedicated to empowering and enriching the lives of young people.
Driven by a culture that values unity, togetherness, and hope, and make a positive impact on the next generation.
Passionate about unlocking the potential of our youth.
T O G E T H E R , W E W I L L E D U C A T E T H E C H I L D , E N G A G E T H E F A M I L Y,
& E M P O W E R T H E C O M M U N I T Y.

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