Program Specialist

POSITION:                Program Specialist

REPORTS TO:           Manager, Program Services

PRIMARY AREAS OF WORK:  Develops and implements program services for girls and troops, with special emphasis on development of grant-funded and special programs.

SPECIFIC DUTIES: 

Creates, develops and writes programs and curricula to meet council operating goals and to comply with requirements for grant-funded programs.

Markets programs to internal and external audiences.

Tests and evaluates program activity models and other program opportunities for assigned programs. 

Meets with funders, Director of Fund Development, and Grants Officer during all phases of grant process, including initial planning, program development, and program implementation. Requires reporting grant-specified details, statistics, and other information to the funders via in-person meetings, presentations, and written reports.

Identifies program needs and potential solutions. Researches potential funders and community partners to meet identified needs.

Provides additional support for recruitment activities to support membership outreach. Activities could include program consultation, development of specialized programs, and/or occasional presentation of programs.

Assists in defining standards and practices for volunteer support and assistance as needed. Supports REACH (Regional Events and Activities Coordinator and Host) Team of volunteers.

Works collaboratively to achieve Program Department goals.

Provides professional and courteous customer service to members, funders and community partners.

Recruits and supports adult volunteer participation and community collaboration in program development

Provides timely data and input for GSCNC statistical and grant reports

Ensures that all programs are developed in keeping with Girl Scout health and safety, human relations, sensitive issues and other guidelines.

Ensures that participation in program events is inclusive and representative of all jurisdictions within the Council.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work experience.
Knowledge and experience in human service and volunteer environment.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills.
Excellent presentation skills and ability to interact effectively in a public setting.
Experience in program development.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage resources and projects.
Able to maintain a flexible work schedule including frequent, evening and weekend meetings and activities.
Must have access to an automobile for travel within the jurisdiction.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference may be given to candidates with professional Girl Scout experience.

For consideration please mail resume to HR/Business Manager recruitment, GSCNC 4301 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008, fax 202-274-2161, email hrinfo@gscnc.org For more info

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