Program Manager

About For Others

For Others Collective dedicates itself to raising awareness and empowering leading organizations to resolve the child welfare crisis in the United States. By collaborating with diverse stakeholders including donors, nonprofits, businesses, churches, and government agencies, the Collective aims to address this issue comprehensively. Their strategy focuses on keeping families together before government steps in, bolstering foster family recruitment and retention, and strengthening community support to help children and families progress from crisis to stability and thriving.

Key Terminology Used

• The Collective: The network of partners working collectively to tackle the child welfare crisis.
• Well-Being Support Ecosystem™ (WBSE™): An 8-step state-specific strategy for coordinated support improving child welfare.
• Common Agenda Development Tool™ (CADT™): Proprietary diagnostic evaluating state child welfare health, highlighting strengths and gap areas.
• Three Tier Partnership Framework: A structure organizing partner roles by function and reach, managing scalable and community-level programs (Tier 2 and Tier 3).
• Eight Key System Indicators: Measurable outcomes tracked via CADT™ to assess system improvements.
• Asset Map: Visualization of partner roles and impact statewide to identify gaps and optimal placements.
• Memorandum of Understanding (MOU): Written agreement detailing partner commitments and progress metrics.

Role Overview

The Program Manager will expand For Others' capacity to implement the WBSE™ across states by managing the Three Tier Partnership Framework, focusing on Tier 2 and Tier 3 organizations. Responsibilities include standardizing partner classification, reporting, and outcome alignment; transforming CADT™ insights into collaborative strategies; overseeing the Tier 2–3 grant budget under strategic leadership; and fostering strong, accountable partnerships. Success requires adaptability within established systems and initiative to enhance processes, plus strong relational skills combined with accountability and collaboration in a dynamic environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee daily management and alignment of Tier 2 and Tier 3 partners with WBSE™ priorities and system indicators.
• Maintain consistent partner engagement, document deliverables, and address issues promptly.
• Create and standardize MOUs, reporting formats, and deliverables tied to WBSE™ metrics.
• Convert CADT™ state data into actionable strategies that address system deficiencies.
• Utilize Partner Classification and Three Tier Assessments to map organizational capabilities and impact statewide.
• Update or develop assessment tools as needed in coordination with leadership.
• Lead ongoing research initiatives to understand state needs, policy environments, and ecosystem partnerships.
• Administer and track Tier 2–3 granting budgets ensuring alignment with program objectives.
• Direct Program Coordinator tasks related to research, due diligence, and compliance.
• Collaborate with finance and program teams to ensure timely grant payments and accurate reporting.
• Produce weekly to quarterly summaries for executive leadership and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• At least 5 years’ experience in program or partnership management or grant administration within nonprofit or public sectors.
• Proven experience managing multi-organization initiatives with measurable outcomes.
• Strong ability to organize and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills including precise written and verbal capabilities.
• Experience with due diligence processes, data tracking, and performance monitoring.
• Familiarity with systems change, collective impact methodologies, and child welfare frameworks is advantageous.
• Ability to travel nationally about 20-25% for partner engagement.
• Eagerness to acquire new skills and adapt in a rapidly evolving technology and AI environment.

Preferred Characteristics

• Proactive attitude with commitment to follow through on tasks of all sizes.
• Ownership mindset, identifying needs and proposing solutions.
• Meticulous attention to detail ensuring accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills prioritizing projects and communications adeptly.
• Spiritual grounding seeking guidance through faith and wisdom.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role is predominantly office and computer-based with national travel approximately 25%. Physical tasks involve extended desk/computer work, occasional bending/reaching, lifting up to 30 pounds, and typical manual dexterity required for standard office equipment. Vision and hearing should be adequate for effective communication. The position entails a dynamic pace with overlapping deadlines as part of statewide systems change efforts.