Workforce Development Manager

Do you have 6+ years of experience in workforce development and program management?

Are you experienced in developing programs, coordinating training initiatives, and supporting immigrant communities?

We are currently in search of a Workforce Development Manager for an Immigrant Services Organization . The position is on-site in Midtown Manhattan, NY, near Penn Station. This is a part-time, temporary position.

ORGANIZATION TYPE: Immigrant Services Organization

LOCATION: Midtown Manhattan, NY (on-site)

POSITION TITLE: Workforce Development Manager

SCHEDULE: Approximately 15-20 hours/week, 2-3 days/week; 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM

DURATION: Temporary (6 months)

HOURLY RATE: $32-$26/hour

Is This Your Dream Job?

An established immigrant services organization is seeking a Workforce Development Manager to oversee and expand its workforce development programming. Building on an existing pilot program, the organization is working to establish workforce development as a standalone service available to the broader immigrant community. The ideal candidate has substantial workforce development experience, a demonstrated ability to move programs from planning to implementation, and a collaborative approach to working with staff, trainers, and community partners. This is an immediate, part-time opportunity for a proactive professional who can take ownership of day-to-day coordination and help advance the organization's workforce development initiatives.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 6+ years of relevant workforce development and program management experience; 8+ years preferred.
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and scaling programs, including establishing processes and coordinating training initiatives.
• Experience working with newly arrived immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers, or other underserved communities.
• Understanding of the barriers faced by individuals with limited English proficiency and the ability to work effectively across diverse communities.
• Strong organizational, communication, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to take initiative, collaborate with existing teams, follow organizational direction, and work within established resources and constraints.
• Bilingual abilities and experience developing employer partnerships or sector-specific training programs are a plus.

How You Will Spend Your Day:

• Oversee workforce training sessions and coordinate the work of existing trainers.
• Advance the development and launch of a standalone workforce development program serving the broader immigrant community.
• Develop and refine participant registration, application, and language assessment processes.
• Coordinate with sector-specific training partners and strengthen referral pathways for participants.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for workforce development inquiries, coordinating with organizational leadership and existing case management staff.
• Support the development of employer partnerships and workforce placement opportunities.
• Build on existing program infrastructure, staff expertise, and community relationships to improve service delivery.
• Monitor program implementation and help ensure training initiatives align with organizational priorities and available resources.

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