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Black Cultural Zone · 2 weeks ago

Senior Community Program Manager

BLACK CULTURAL ZONE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - OAKLAND, CA 94621

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$83K/yr - $99K/yr

5+ years exp

Black Cultural Zone is seeking a Senior Program Manager, Community Programs to lead the planning, execution, and oversight of significant initiatives in community engagement and capacity building. This role is vital for advancing the organization's mission and maximizing its impact by managing program implementation services tailored to community partners.

ArtCharityNon Profit

Responsibilities

Implements programs directly, providing a full spectrum of program management services and managing all aspects of program implementation (planning, execution, monitoring, evaluation)

Collaborates with "clients" (affiliates or external entities) to design and implement programs tailored to their needs

Integrates capacity-building guidance (organizational development, fundraising) into the program delivery process for community partners

Manages the dedicated Program Management Team (assistants, coordinators) within the CICB that executes diverse initiatives

Ensures programs align with the network's strategic goals and achieve measurable outcomes

Engages expert specialists, as required by each program, ensuring high-quality delivery

Performing other operational duties as needed to support Network functions

Qualification

Program managementCommunity engagementCapacity buildingGoogle WorkspacePMP certificationLeadership skillsOrganizational skillsProject management

Required

A Bachelor's degree is preferred

A minimum of 5 years of experience in program management or a related senior operational role is required

Expertise in program implementation and management services (planning, execution, monitoring) is required

Experience in providing technical assistance and capacity building to community-based organizations is essential

Ability to develop standardized frameworks and processes for program delivery

Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills are required

Proficiency in Google Workspace, operational software, and grant compliance/reporting is necessary

Preferred

PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent professional program certification

Certification in non-profit fiscal management or capacity building

Benefits

Health and Wellness: Medical (Kaiser Gold 80 HMO with buy-up options), Dental (MetLife Dental Plan), Vision (MetLife Vision Plan), Life Insurance (MetLife Basic Term Life / AD&D), Long-Term Disability (MetLife Long-Term Disability), and a Legal Plan (MetLife “MetLaw” Legal Plan).

Retirement: CalSavers Program.

Professional Development: Access to an Employee Assistance Program with 5 free sessions per incident and Thrive Coaching for professional and personal development.

Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work options, paid lunches, events, and other perks, and a generous paid time off policy that includes BCZ Wellness Days (the 4th Friday of each month), 15 observed holidays per calendar year, 72 hours of paid sick leave, and 12 vacation days per calendar year.