Manager, Career Development

Company Description Rung for Women supports individuals seeking holistic self-sufficiency and long-term family stability. The organization focuses on women who are transitioning from poverty to sustained success, addressing a critical gap between crisis support and fully established career and financial stability. Rung collaborates with community partners to provide resources, coaching, and programming that empower participants to define and achieve their personal and professional goals. Team members contribute to a mission-driven environment that values equity, growth, and meaningful impact on participants’ lives. Role Description The Manager, Career Development is a full-time, on-site role based in St. Louis, MO, responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing career development programs for Rung members. This role will manage day-to-day operations of career-related initiatives, including coordinating workshops, training sessions, and coaching activities that support participants in achieving sustainable careers. The Manager will collaborate closely with internal staff and external partners to identify in-demand career pathways, connect participants to relevant training opportunities, and track outcomes and progress. The position includes supervising or guiding facilitators and coaches, maintaining program materials, analyzing program data, and continuously improving career development offerings. This role requires a hands-on presence with participants, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that aligns with Rung’s mission and values. Qualifications Candidates should possess strong Program Management and Training & Development skills to design, coordinate, and evaluate career programs.Candidates should possess solid Career Development and Training skills to guide participants in exploring, preparing for, and advancing in targeted career pathways.Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders, facilitate workshops, and build trust with participants.Experience working with individuals from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and a commitment to equity and inclusion.Demonstrated ability to use data and metrics to assess program effectiveness and inform improvements.Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.Prior experience in workforce development, coaching, nonprofit or community-based programming is highly beneficial.