Programs Manager

Position Summary

The Programs Manager role will concentrate on the design, strategy, management, and funding of First Southwest Community Fund’s programs to support underserved small businesses and entrepreneurs. First Southwest Community fund has a range of existing programs that provide grants, education, workshops and technical assistance to small business owners – especially women, minority-business-owners, and veteran-owned businesses. The Programs Manager will be responsible for creating and implementing FSWCF’s education programmatic strategy, fundraising for educational programs, creating partnerships and ensuring a high standard of delivery across all programs. The Programs Manager will work closely with the Executive Director, Community Advisory Committees and our Technical Assistance Navigator on the design and implementation of a range of initiatives to support underserved businesses in rural Colorado. 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities Management

  • Program Design/Management: Development of FSWCF grant-funded programs providing technical assistance and funding for rural businesses, with a focus on designing a range of educational programs to support underserved businesses in rural Colorado and the Four Corners region.
  • Development and Fundraising: Work closely with the Impact and Operations Manager and Executive Director to identify fundraising and partner opportunities with private foundations to support FSWCF’s programmatic work. This will include coordinating the preparation of grant and other applications for funding resources.
  • Strategy: Following and developing FSWCF’ strategic plan, implement new and innovative programs to fulfill FSWCF’s mission.
  • Program Implementation: Work closely with FSWCF’s Technical Assistance Navigator and partner organizations to coordinate and collaborate on implementing educational opportunities. Including the coordination of attendance, required documentation, homework assignments, and any other activity to ensure the success of the program.
  • Grant Management: Coordinate with Impact and Operations Manager and Executive Director the design evaluation methods and track impact for all areas of programming and complete quarterly financial and impact reporting for all FSWCF grant funding.
  • Outreach and Communications: Coordinate marketing and outreach through social media, website, newsletters, radio and other channels for opportunities.

Job Qualifications

  • A flexible, creative, entrepreneurial spirit and a demonstrated passion for the mission, vision and values of First Southwest Community Fund
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
  • Exceptional Leadership and Team Building skills required
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Able to take ownership and drive activities to completion
  • Proven organizational and project management skills
  • Ability to travel for job related activities

Training / Education

  • A bachelor’s degree in business administration, nonprofit management, or relevant field; master’s degree a plus
  • Bilingual, English/Spanish a plus

Experience

  • 3-5 years program design and implementation required
  • Experience working at a financial institution or in a nonprofit is highly beneficial
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs, use of e-mail and internet, and willingness to expand skill base

Compensation

This position pays between $24-$26.45/hour.

Benefits include: ​Generous Paid Holidays & Time Off, Retirement Savings Plan, Life Insurance & Long-term Disability, and Remote Opportunities

Working Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Required to talk and hear; frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls. Ability to stand and sit, reaching with hands and arms, kneeling, crouching. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.  This is a remote position with monthly travel required.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. 

FSWCF provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status regarding public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FSWCF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you cannot submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at allhr@fswb.com.

To apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to Rosy McDonough, rosy.mcdonough@fswcf.org.

This positions is OPEN UNTIL FILLED.