Chief Program Officer

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, and implements program activities aligning with the strategic plan to achieve desired outcomes for the organization.
• Counsels conducts assessments for target populations/communities, providing recommendations for ongoing and new programs.
• Develops and maintains productive relationships with community groups, social service organizations, and public/private entities interfacing with YWCA GLA programs.
• Participates in the development and revision of standard operating procedures related to Program Services.
• Ensures compliance with all licensing requirements, especially in Child Development, and monitor the Child Development Division.
• Ensures appropriate staffing levels to achieve outcomes and maintains high-quality service delivery.
• Provides direction and supervision to Program Managers and Directors, communicating job objectives, and conducting performance planning and appraisals.
• Facilitates training and credentialing for staff and interns.
• Collaborates with Development Department and Program staff to develop and submit grant proposals to public and private sector funders.
• Oversees the development and management of program budgets, ensuring full utilization of financial resources available to each program.
• Authorizes and approves budgeted, direct costs, and equipment expenditures for all programs.
• SUBMITS quarterly status reports to the Chief Executive Officer and Board of Directors on all programs, including service levels, program performance measures, expenditures/balances, and staffing levels.
• Regularly meets and collaborates with the Finance Department to ensure accurate execution and reporting of program expenditures.
• MONITORS and adheres to all grant specifications, ensuring timely reporting and evaluation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in Social Work or a related field. Emphasis on administration and community organizing is preferred.
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) highly desired.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience managing multiple programs in a medium to large nonprofit organization, public agency, or related industry.
• Demonstrated minimum five (5) years of experience working with diverse community groups, partnerships, and staff.
• Possesses management and program development skills, including demonstrated experience in program evaluation.
• In-depth knowledge of budgets and allocations is required.
• Must have experience with government grant processes.

Location

1020 S Olive St. Los Angeles, CA 90015

Salary

$153,000-180,000/yr.