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Point Source Youth · 2 days ago

Director: Program Development and Growth - Los Angeles, Based

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$115K/yr - $135K/yr

8+ years exp

Point Source Youth (PSY) is a national leader in the movement to prevent and end youth homelessness. The Director of Program Development and Growth will focus on expanding partnerships and securing funding to enhance the organization's impact across California, particularly in Los Angeles.

Government Administration

No H1B

Hiring Manager

Larry Cohen

Responsibilities

Secure/manage $750K–$1M annually in diversified funding

Lead adoption and growth of prevention strategies, especially Targeted Housing

Scale Direct Cash Transfer (DCT) and Targeted Housing Assistance in Los Angeles and other communities

Build/manage partnerships with CBOs, youth-led groups, government, and philanthropy

Act as relationship manager for DCT programs, offering technical assistance and funder support

Adapt programs to local needs with clear goals and sustainability plans

Track/evaluate outcomes to guide decisions and strengthen models

Develop tools/resources to replicate PSY’s models

Write/lead major grant proposals, reports, and renewals

Advance PSY’s National Prevention Learning Collaborative (NPLC) through content, speakers, and engagement

Facilitate webinars, convenings, and peer learning to share best practices

Produce tools/resources translating research into actionable frameworks

Ensure LA/California partners and youth leaders are integrated nationally

Co-lead convenings to share innovations and elevate youth leadership

Represent PSY at conferences, coalitions, and convenings

Create presentations highlighting youth voice and program outcomes

Partner with Communications on outreach, media, and campaigns

Manage budgets, timelines, and deliverables

Maintain accurate records (timesheets, expenses, invoices, reports)

Contribute to cross-functional and strategic planning efforts

Qualification

Youth homelessness experienceProgram expansionFundraising skillsGrant writingCalifornia housing systemsPolitical acumenCollaborative learning facilitationProject management toolsCRM toolsBudgeting toolsRacial equity commitmentYouth leadership commitmentHarm reduction commitmentEntrepreneurial mindsetRelationship buildingCommunication skills