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Nonprofit Program Manager

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Nonprofit Program Manager to oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of our programs designed to support domestic/intimate partner abuse survivors within the South Asian community. The Program Manager will be responsible for developing and managing program strategies and goals, creating program budgets and allocating resources, collaborating with stakeholders and partners, and monitoring and evaluating program impact. You are our future addition if you have strong leadership and communication skills, strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, project management skills and the ability to work collaboratively with survivors, partners, and Board of Directors.

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About Shakthi US

Shakthi (meaning strength and empowerment in several South Asian languages) is a Florida based non-profit social service organization. The mission of Shakthi US is to provide a space for survivors of domestic and intimate partner violence. With a focus on the South Asian community, Shakthi provides education, empowerment, resources, and support to prevent and break the cycle of violence. Shakthi US provides skills training for survivors so that they are empowered to build healthy and successful lives. Shakthi US recognizes the unique cultural circumstances of the South Asian community and tailors services to end domestic/intimate partner violence for this population. By providing a safe space and culturally sensitive resources we assist families in building independent lives free of violence.

Job Description

Remote part-time contract position 20-25 hours per week; Salary commensurate to education and experience
Attend in-person (Orlando)/virtual events and meetings
Answer Shakthi’s phone line, client-related calls and emails
Conduct intakes with new clients
Provide and document advocacy and support to individual clients
Provide safety planning to clients in crisis
Provide legal, medical, career, housing/shelter, interpreter, and other referrals to clients
Check-ins, staff renewal and staff meetings
Attend trainings and conferences
Assist in coordinating support groups, workshops, etc.
Assist with grant reporting requirements
Assist other advocates as needed
Flexibility in handling tasks outside of the job description
Attend Meetings with Community Leaders for Community Outreach
Coordinating with other employees, volunteers and board members
Facilitate volunteer coordination
Maintaining records, call logs, conducting administrative tasks and calendaring appointments and events

Qualifications

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling or education
One-year work experience in a related field highly preferred
Knowledge of issues related to domestic violence, child abuse and sexual assault
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong communication, facilitation, and organizational skills
Ability to work flexible hours which include some evenings and weekends
Ability to handle crisis situations and provide crisis management
Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Gmail, Canva, Mailchimp, Research on Internet, etc.)
Leadership qualities and public speaking desirable
A minimum of two-year commitment
Team-oriented
Must be able to maintain confidentiality for both the survivors/clients and organization

Preferences

Master’s Degree in social work, psychology, counseling or education
Fluency in Hindi/Urdu, Bangla, Gujarati, Nepali or any other South Asian language
Strong understanding of the South Asian community and cultural competency related to domestic abuse issues

How to Apply

Shakthi celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff members and volunteers. Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis until the position is filled.

Please submit your resume, cover letter, writing sample and 2 references with the subject line "Nonprofit Program Manager Application - [Your Name]".