Head of Programme Management

Program Director – Friendship Circle of Miami

Friendship Circle of Miami is dedicated to creating an inclusive community where individuals with special needs are celebrated, supported, and connected. Through innovative programs, meaningful friendships, and volunteer engagement, we bring together children, teens, and adults of all abilities to learn, grow, and thrive. Powered by dedicated teen and adult volunteers, Friendship Circle fosters compassion, inclusion, and lifelong connections.

Program Director

to lead all program operations and drive forward our mission of inclusion, connection, and community. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all programs—from Sunday Circle and after-school programs to holiday events, camps, and young adult initiatives.

The Program Director will supervise the program team, ensure quality and consistency across all offerings, and serve as a key representative of the organization within the community, partnering with schools, agencies, donors, volunteers, and families.

Leadership & Team Management

Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and mentorship of program staff.

Ensure Friendship Circle programs are high-quality, inclusive, efficiently run, and aligned with organizational goals.

Develop new initiatives and enhance existing programs based on community needs, best practices, and participant feedback.

Community Engagement & Representation

Serve as a primary ambassador and face of Friendship Circle of Miami in the community.

Build and maintain strong relationships with families, volunteers, donors, community leaders, schools, partner organizations, and agencies.

Represent Friendship Circle of Miami at community events, meetings, and public speaking engagements.

Work closely with the Executive leadership team on strategic planning and organizational growth.

Partner with the development team to support fundraising, donor engagement, and grant reporting.

Collaborate with marketing/communications teams to promote programs and community awareness.

Bachelor’s degree in Education/Special Education, Social Work, Nonprofit Management, Psychology, or related field required; Minimum 5–7 years of progressive leadership in nonprofit programming, education, special needs services, or community-based organizations.

Experience supervising staff and managing teams.

Strong understanding of working with individuals with special needs and their families.

Proven success in program design, implementation, and evaluation.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.

Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and Sundays as programs require.

Passion for Friendship Circle’s mission of inclusion, volunteerism, and community.

Full-time, salaried senior leadership position with competitive compensation commensurate with experience.

Schedule includes weekdays, with flexibility for evenings, Sundays, and special events.

If you are an experienced non-profit leader who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of those with food insecurities and creating a welcoming volunteer community, we’d love to hear from you!

We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.

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