Job Description

Senior Program Manager for a Non-Profit Organization

Location : Queens, NY

Salary : $100,000 - 115,000 annually

Work Schedule : Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (may require additional hours)

Benefits : Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick pay, and 403B plan

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Program Manager with extensive leadership, operational, and program development experience. This senior-level role is designed for an individual who is deeply committed to advancing equity, accessibility, and meaningful change.

In this pivotal role, the Senior Project Manager will collaborate with senior leadership to define and implement strategic priorities that support the organization’s mission. The position oversees multiple departments, ensures operational excellence, and optimizes internal processes while fostering a culture of inclusivity and innovation.

This is a unique opportunity for a results-driven leader with strong ties to the disability community to make a lasting impact through advocacy, program development, and strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with executive leadership to set and achieve strategic goals that align with the organization’s mission.
• Provide research, materials, and communications support for high-level engagements with staff, board members, donors, and external partners.
• Organize and oversee organization-wide meetings, retreats, and presentations, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Supervise and guide eight program departments, conducting regular performance evaluations and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Prepare comprehensive monthly reports for executive leadership and funding sources.
• Lead the strategic planning process to ensure organizational and programmatic goals are met effectively.
• Partner with development and fundraising teams to identify funding opportunities, craft grant proposals, and cultivate donor relationships.
• Monitor and ensure grant and contract requirements compliance, providing timely and accurate reporting on activities and outcomes.
• Facilitate interdepartmental collaboration, policy development, and leadership team initiatives.
• Develop and implement tracking tools to measure progress on organizational and programmatic goals.
• Engage with external stakeholders to enhance organizational visibility and impact.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Services, Social Work, Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).
• In-depth knowledge of disability rights , disability justice, and related policies.
• 7–10 years of professional experience, including operations, management, and staff supervision.
• Demonstrated success in strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration.
• Expertise in nonprofit budget management and revenue development.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant technologies.
• A deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and advancing opportunities for people with disabilities.

Note: We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Preferred:

• Multilingual abilities (American Sign Language or Spanish preferred).
• Experience in fundraising strategies earned revenue models, or advocacy work.
• Background in grant writing, program evaluation, and data analysis.

Key Competencies

• Exceptional strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong relationship-building skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Empathy, poise, and diplomacy when addressing the needs of diverse communities.
• Commitment to empowering individuals with disabilities through meaningful leadership and advocacy.

Inclusivity and Accommodations

We are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We respect and comply with all legal requirements to provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and booster is required.

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