Black Cultural Zone · 1 month ago
Director of Program Management
BLACK CULTURAL ZONE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - OAKLAND, CA 94621
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$86K/yr - $115K/yr
10+ years expBlack Cultural Zone is seeking a Director of Program Management with a strong background in program management leadership. This role is responsible for overseeing standardized program delivery frameworks, ensuring program quality, compliance, and collaboration across the Network.
ArtCharityNon Profit
Responsibilities
Develop and Implement Standardized Frameworks: Develop and implement standardized frameworks for program management, project planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation across all Network entities
Provide Training and Technical Assistance: Provide training and technical assistance on program management best practices, planning, and evaluation methodologies
Oversee Evaluation and Performance: Oversee the implementation of evaluation standards and performance metrics for Network-wide programs, ensuring accountability and measurable outcomes
Manage Grant Compliance: Manage and ensure rigorous grant compliance and reporting requirements for programs across the Network
Lead and Manage Program Management Team: Lead and manage the dedicated Program Management Team within the SMS, building a dedicated team (ranging from assistants to senior program managers) to execute diverse Network initiatives
Facilitate Collaboration: Facilitate seamless cross-entity collaboration between Network organizations on complex initiatives
Supervise Facilities Manager (if delegated): Supervising and providing leadership to the Facilities Manager, including performance management, professional development, and strategic guidance (if supervising Facility Management roles delegated by REDPM)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Program Management, or a related field
A minimum of 10+ years of experience in senior operational roles or program management leadership
Expertise in program planning, design, and implementation within a multi-entity or federated structure
Expertise in grant compliance and performance monitoring/evaluation
Strong project management skills
Proven ability to optimize operational efficiency and standardize cross-departmental processes
Exceptional communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills
Exceptional problem-solving skills
Ability to design and implement quality assurance processes and evaluation protocols
Preferred
Certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar certification (e.g., CAPM) or a commitment to achieving certification within the first year
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.
Company
Black Cultural Zone
Black Cultural Zone is a nonprofit corporation that works for the community and economic development of Black folks in East Oakland.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Lanetha O.
Chief Operating Officer
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