Alliance for Justice · 3 weeks ago
AFJ Law Program Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$78K/yr - $86K/yr
3+ years expAlliance for Justice (AFJ) is a national association committed to progressive values and advancing justice. The AFJ Law Program Manager will play a key role in developing and managing the AFJ Law program, overseeing operational systems, cultivating partnerships, and providing strategic legal support to nonprofits.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Oversee AFJ Law operational systems and coordinate with AFJ-wide systems to ensure seamless functionality and data integrity
Collaborate with AFJ Law Program Director and operations team to establish secure infrastructure – including databases, firewalls, standard operating procedures, and compliance protocols - for case management, client intake and controlled information flow across AFJ programs
Collaborate with AFJ leadership to scale the AFJ Law pilot into a comprehensive program, including planning, implementation, and evaluation
Cultivate strong partnerships with internal teams and external stakeholders to amplify program impact
Conduct legal research into AFJ Law matters, providing insights and recommendations to inform program strategies and advocacy efforts
Coordinate with Communications, Development, Membership and Outreach, and Operations teams to align AFJ Law program activities with organizational priorities
Support AFJ’s commitment to advance equity in all aspects of the organization, and help create an organizational culture that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable
Monitor trends in progressive and nonprofit advocacy spaces relevant to AFJ Law and its impact areas, identifying opportunities for AFJ Law to increase its presence and reach of services
Assist in preparation of program reports such as board updates, funder reports, and other stakeholder communications
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of relevant experience in program management
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills
A team player with excellent interpersonal skills; brings a great attitude, patience, and a sense of humor to the workplace
Strong collaborator and able to adapt quickly to changing situations
Proactive initiative to build technical skills and take on additional areas of responsibility with minimal oversight
Excellent organizational skills, including attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time
Demonstrates creativity, initiative, and judgement to manage own workload and support the AFJ Law team
Exceptional computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, SharePoint, etc.); experience with case management systems a plus
Willingness to learn/implement new software/tech platforms quickly
Commitment to AFJ / AFJ Action's mission and goals
Commitment to cultivating an organizational culture that is equitable, inclusive, and respectful
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred; experience in legal operations a plus
Nonprofit and/or public interest organization experience a plus
Benefits
We offer medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as an employee assistance program for physical and mental well-being.
Save for retirement with our 401K plan with a 5% employer contribution. Other insurances include life and disability.
Year 1 (0-12 months): Eleven (11) days of vacation each year (3.66 hours per pay period), with a maximum accrual cap of 17 days
Year 2-4: Sixteen (16) days of vacation each year (5.33 hours per pay period), with a maximum accrual cap of 24 days
Year 4+: Twenty-One (21 days) of vacation each year (7.0 hours per pay period), with a maximum accrual cap of 32 days
Eligible employees may take up to sixteen (16) total weeks of leave in connection with the birth of the employee’s child, placement of a child with the employee for adoption, or gaining of a foster child. AFJ and AFJ Action will provide eligible employees with twelve (12) weeks of fully paid parental leave for purposes of bonding with a new baby following a birth or placement of a child for adoption or gaining of a foster child.
Company
Alliance for Justice
Alliance for Justice is a national association of over 120 organizations, representing a broad array of groups committed to progressive values and the creation of an equitable, just, and free society.
11-50 employees
Funding
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