Program Manager

Job Description Program Manager, Full time, Exempt Supervisor Senior Director of Program Development Supervision Responsibilities Supervises 1-2 full time team members on the Programming team and occasional temporary team members (interns, temp assistants, etc.) Manage the work of contractors, vendors, and volunteers Pay Rate Hiring Range $70,304 - $72,384, dependent on experience Pay Grade P1E [$70,304 - $79,040 annually] Hours Approx. 40 hours per week Anticipated Start Date January 11, 2027 Location Must be located in Los Angeles County. Travel Requirements This position requires approximately 25% of travel within Los Angeles County. Valid California drivers license with no more than 2 points on driving record Reliable personal vehicle Maintenance of insurance coverage as required by law So’oh-Shinálí Sister Project (SSSP) does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) and Indigenous community members, People/Women of Color, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, transgender, and Two Spirit people, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. So’oh-Shinálí Sister Project believes in the power of a shared table. We are committed to building a culturally inclusive team as we center belonging, collective growth, and equity. About So’oh-Shinálí Sister Project (SSSP) is an Indigenous-women led nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the Native American and Indigenous community of Los Angeles County through intentional, intergenerational, and inclusive services. SSSP was created by three Native American women driven to create culturally-rooted, community-driven wellness and education opportunities. SSSP promotes Indigenous education and wellness to empower Indigenous community members in the urban setting through core values, intergenerational relationship building, and inclusive community-based programming rooted in cultural practices. SSSP is rooted in Indigenous core values, practices, and beliefs passed on to us by the matriarchs in our family, our grandmothers. Our 4 core values include relationships, respect, reciprocity, and responsibility. Position Summary The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing logistical planning, facilitation, and execution of community events and activities dedicated to American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) and Indigenous community members throughout Los Angeles County. This role will directly supervise and manage the performance of one full-time project coordinator. Strong attention to detail, an organized approach, and effective communication skills are instrumental to this role. The Program Manager contributes to many essential areas for successful community programs through event coordination, oversight, and community engagement. This role is also responsible for contributing to data analysis and writing grant reports. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Program Development and Implementation (40%) Manage planning of culturally inclusive events, presentations, and hands-on cultural arts activities for community members and allies Serve as primary support for programming team through design, implementation, and completion of intentional community gatherings Regularly check in with senior leadership on grant milestones and progress Design program objectives to align with community needs and larger organizational goals Oversee the development of resources by Project Coordinators including presentations and supporting materials with clear learning objectives; final approval by senior leadership Attend technical assistance and grantee meetings held by philanthropic partners Develop program evaluations and surveys to shape services and guide programming Monitor attendance and survey completion for events to support grant development Support #J-18808-Ljbffr So'oh-Shinali Sister Project