Youth Prevention Operations Manager - YP021

About the role

The Youth Prevention Operations Manager is responsible for coordinating operational, administrative, and grant-related functions that support the success of NARA NW's Youth Prevention Program. This position serves as a key liaison between the Youth Prevention team and the Grants Management, Evaluation, and Finance departments to ensure effective communication, compliance, reporting, and program implementation.

Responsibilities

• Cook up and manage grant-funded projects by tracking timelines, deliverables, budgets, reporting deadlines, and performance measures.
• Develop, maintain, and improve systems for tracking grant outcomes, objectives, program activities, and required documentation.
• Prepare grant reports, outcome summaries, and supporting documentation within established deadlines.
• Oversee data collection, quality assurance, and reporting processes for Youth Prevention programs and activities.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure accurate measurement of program goals, objectives, and outcomes.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Youth Prevention Program and internal departments.
• Cook up and coordinate meetings, project activities, and communication among program staff, leadership, funders, Tribal partners, schools, and community organizations.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with Tribal communities, educational institutions, community partners, and stakeholders.
• Support weekly Youth Nights, prevention groups, leadership development activities, and community events.
• Attend and support Tribal Prevention Camp and other prevention-focused community engagement opportunities.

Requirements

• Demonstrate cultural humility and provide services that honor Native American traditions, values, and ways of knowing.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment that promotes the dignity and well-being of all individuals.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in program management, preferably in a similar role within a Native American-serving organization.
• Experience with data management, reporting, and grant administration.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Skills

• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Benefits

NARA NW offers a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

$62,608.00 - $68,482.00 annual, Exempt, Salary

Schedule

This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm