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- Ensuring meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of program execution, from initial planning stages to post-event analysis. This includes monitoring of program timelines, building budgets, and quality of deliverables.
- Developing and implementing problem-solving strategies to address challenges in program coordination and execution. This requires proactive identification of potential issues and the ability to devise effective, creative solutions in a timely manner.
- Conducting thorough reviews and evaluations of all programs and events to identify areas for improvement, ensuring that lessons learned are applied in future initiatives.
- Maintaining accurate and detailed records of all activities, communications, and transactions, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and legal requirements.
- Collaborating closely with the Operations Manager to streamline processes and enhance efficiency, demonstrating a keen eye for operational details and potential optimizations.
- Regularly assessing the effectiveness of marketing and outreach efforts, using detailed data analysis to inform and adjust strategies for maximum impact.
- Delivering and updating a comprehensive CAIR-SFBA-wide events calendar on a six-month rolling basis, while establishing quality controls and incorporating feedback from post-event surveys.
- Coordinating as the primary contact for the strategy, promotion, planning, and execution of CAIR-SFBA programs across various departments, including legal, development, advocacy, and communications. Responsibilities include managing logistics such as venue, food and beverage, and travel arrangements.
- Supporting the annual gala in collaboration with Communications, Operations, and Executive staff. Responsibilities include managing sponsorships, catering, volunteer coordination, and overseeing the silent auction.
- Responsible for end-to-end ownership of flagship programs such as Bystander Intervention Trainings, Muslim Gamechangers Network, Muslim Day at the Capitol, and Muslim Youth Leadership Program.
- Managing internships, serving as the primary contact for all aspects including recruitment, training, supervision, and scheduling.
- Overseeing volunteer management, including recruitment, training, supervision, and scheduling, and acting as the primary point of contact in this domain.
- Building and maintaining relationships with volunteers and community activists, managing the volunteer database, and organizing teams for various engagement activities.
- Representing and speaking on behalf of CAIR-SFBA at meetings, events, and activities of partner and ally groups or organizations as required.
- Developing, revising, and updating training program slides, department guides, and manuals.
- Managing general speaking requests and assigning responsibilities across departments.
- Demonstrates a proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a track record of identifying challenges and creatively solving problems. Preference given to candidates with proven experience in devising and implementing effective solutions in dynamic and complex environments.
- Participating in CAIR-SFBA's Management Team, including attending regular meetings, providing advice to executives, and facilitating the achievement of organizational goals.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including compassionate communication, cultural sensitivity, problem-solving, and asking for help when needed.
- Bachelor's degree and/or four or more years' relevant work experience including at minimum one-year managing staff and volunteers.
- Strong interpersonal skills both in person, by phone, and on virtual platforms to interface and collaborate with staff, community leaders, volunteers, and donors with professionalism and a willingness to learn from others through hearing different perspectives.
- Strong time management, including being intentional about planning ahead based on goals and desired outcomes; ability to prioritize projects and tasks among competing deadlines.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, and virtual and social media platforms.
- Commitment to social justice and CAIR's mission and values.
- Familiarity, knowledge, and experience working with the American Muslim community.
- Flexibility to adjust and contribute to continually evolving work situations and changing priorities.
- Experience working in Adobe Acrobat, Asana, Canva, Constant Contact, and WordPress
- Experience working with non-profit organizations
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple ongoing initiatives
- Conversational proficiency in Arabic, Dari, or Urdu
- Compensation in the range of $85,479-$96,153/annually, commensurate with experience
- Fully paid Kaiser Health Insurance and Blue Cross PPO Dental Plan for employee and dependents
- 3% retirement matching contribution
- 10 paid holidays, 10 sick days, and 12 vacation days
Programs Manager - San Jose, United States - CAIR San Francisco Bay Area
Description
Title: Programs ManagerReporting Relationships: Reports to Executive Director, Supervises Programs Coordinator
Schedule Type: Full-time (Exempt). Occasional evenings and weekends required.
Location: Based in CAIR's Santa Clara office. CAIR staff are currently working a hybrid schedule, with three days in-person and two days remote. Requires some travel throughout the Bay Area (vehicle and driver's license required).
Duties and Responsibilities
Programs
Required Qualifications
Please submit (1) a cover letter discussing your interest in the position, (2) your resume, and (3) the names and contact information of three references via the link below.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
CAIR-CA is an equal opportunity employer.