PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Position Purpose

A versatile position within a dynamic nonprofit that helps communities recover after disasters and gets children back in school.  This position is temporary and is responsible for overall management and strategic development of the program to ensure efficient and effective delivery of the projects. The assignment is expected to last six weeks. Start date is April 20th.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Global Recovery Manager

Roles reporting to position  Project Manager

Dotted line manager Volunteer Relations Coordinator

Approximate number of reports  2

Essential Functions 

Responsible for the successful operation and completion of the program as a whole

Effectively onboard and manage a diverse staff team to meet the needs of the affected community and empower them to carry out their functions effectively and efficiently

Supporting the operations and project teams to deliver their specific operational and project targets within the approved time and budget constraints

Responsible for making sure All Hands and Hearts and program rules are adhered to and carrying out disciplinary procedures if needed 

Develop, implement, and regularly review program emergency procedures and safety and security protocols

Financial responsibilities include operating budget for the program

Oversees the delivery of weekly and monthly reporting for all aspects of the program

Ensure all program tracking systems are updated regularly and maintained

Work with local partners to foster collaboration

Ensure compliance with legal requirements for the program 

Ensure the overall budget and timeline compliance of the program

Develop an overall budget for the program, including financial forecasting

Reconcile operational and project budgets to meet approved overall program budgets

Engage the community by building and maintaining relationships between the community, staff and volunteers. Involve the community in decisions and provide culturally sensitive support as needed

Manage communication with neighboring communities to ensure cohesion

Maintain base operations, including food purchases

Supporting volunteer coordination

Assisting with procurement and receipt of materials for the school campus work

Perform other duties as required

Position Requirements

Education  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 

Related Experience  1+ years of experience working in a disaster relief organization, preferably with All Hands and Hearts, experience in a role with project management responsibilities, including budget tracking and reporting.  Experience managing volunteer powered programs. 

Special Competencies/Certifications  Valid driver’s license required. Good written and oral communication skills and confident working with Google Workspace, particularly Google Docs and Google Sheets; and Microsoft Office. Applicants need to be well organized and have a flexible approach to managing multiple tasks and prioritizing them appropriately. Outstanding leadership and delegation skills with the ability to manage a large workload while performing in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands 

Constantly works in outdoor adverse weather conditions

Frequently moves items weighing up to 40 lbs on work site or on base

Frequently operates computer

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 

Frequent travel

Living in communal environment

High stress situations

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: Starting salary is $23.00-$24.00 per hour, and up to $25.00 per hour for highly qualified candidates who have previous experience in this role.

Room & board included

Monthly R&R breaks

Travel to and from program location

Medical, vision, and dental insurance plans (US Employees)

Flex Spending Account (US Employees)

401K with safe harbor match for U.S. staff (US Employees)

Diversity is the acknowledgment, promotion and celebration of our differences and similarities. All racial identities, ethnicities, sexes, nationalities, gender identities and expressions, physical and mental abilities, sexual orientations, ages, spiritualities, points of view and socioeconomic statuses can fit in with us. We support individuals from around the world and serve communities affected by disasters with purpose. Response, recovery, resilience and renewal are why we exist. Respect for the value of diversity, inclusion and social justice drives us forward every day. Everyone is welcome.

All Hands and Hearts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic.