Website Public Allies
JOB SUMMARY
The Public Allies Wisconsin Team consists of the Executive Director, a Grants and Compliance Manager and two Program Managers who work collaboratively to lead and manage the Public Allies programs. The Program Managers work under the direction of the Executive Director to manage and implement a leadership development program for young adults (Allies) aged 18-30, in partnership with up to 35 government and non-profit agencies.
In a collaborative, team focused environment, the Program Manager is primarily responsible for recruiting young adult leaders from diverse backgrounds to participate in our program; engaging local community organizations and government agencies in Milwaukee to partner with Public Allies; developing and implementing rigorous leadership development programs; and managing and coaching a team of 15 AmeriCorps members (Allies) to support success in their service and growth in their leadership.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & KEY OUTCOMES
Manage/Coach 15 Allies. Provide professional development for Allies through individual and group coaching, ongoing management, and providing supportive and direct feedback to ensure leadership development and Ally retention.
Develop, support and implement Ally Training and Learning programs, retreats, and service days. Provide opportunities for Allies to practice the skills learned during Friday learning days.
Connect Ally learnings to local and national social justice movements with a heavy focus on Asset Based Community Development.
Commit to upholding the core values of Public Allies while being in Beloved Community with corps members, staff and other stakeholders.
Assist in partnership recruitment and engagement with the goal of creating a robust Public Allies Wisconsin Partner Network that will build stronger relationships between stakeholders.
Manage and support partnerships between PA and partner organizations balancing the needs of the partners and the development of the Ally.
Support strategies that effectively identify and engage a diversity of young people, community partners, and stakeholders in our program. These strategies should increase connections and strengthen relationships between staff, current Allies, alumni, and other stakeholders.
Complete administrative duties related to all aspects of our program, including maintaining accurate paperwork/record keeping for Ally team, regular AmeriCorps reporting, and ensuring Allies and community partners submit required paperwork and complete required data entries in a timely manner
With an emphasis on our talent and leadership in our local communities, recruit Ally candidates from diverse backgrounds. This also includes outreach, evaluation of candidates, and service placements.
Develop and deepen relationships with partner organizations to host Allies, support Ally Team Service Projects, and work with Public Allies in strategic initiatives
Other program-related duties as assigned
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & COMPETENCIES
Bachelor’s Degree or comparative life experience
Significant professional experience in supporting and working with diverse young adults ages 18-30+ to achieve their leadership and professional goals (minimum 3 years)
Significant experience in building community partnerships; developing and managing relationships and collaborations
Strong links with community-based organizations, higher educational institutions, community leaders and training professionals to provide Allies with skills-building and learning opportunities
Solid understanding of adult education, community education and ways to engage diverse/multiple learning styles with experience planning and facilitating workshops and trainings.
Ability to manage multiple and varied tasks related to supporting and guiding young adults in their career from the educational, relational, emotional and social development perspective
Strong commitment and asset-based approach to building a just and equitable Milwaukee
Strong and intersectional understanding of racial, economic and social justice
Have a passion for leadership development, ability to set and maintain appropriate boundaries and high expectations for a quality and transformative leadership experience for our Allies and community partners.
Flexibility and willingness to work long hours (including nights and weekends when needed)
Strong preference for and experience in collaborative, team based work environment
Strong outreach and communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentations, including comfort with effectively using and engaging in social media.
Proficiency in the use of Windows XP, Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Model and exemplify the professional and leadership qualities that the Allies are being supported to achieve
Commitment to personal and programmatic excellence
Ability to be adaptive, comfort with change and a dynamic work environment
Attention to detail, strong time management and project management skills
Experience working in diverse work environments
Sense of Humor
Positive attitude in accomplishing responsibilities
Creativity in solving problems
Commitment to and demonstrated capacity to act from Public Allies’ core values:Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: able to listen, learn and work across differences to build the common good; actively works to dismantle oppression in all areas of life and work
Focus on Assets: able to recognize and catalyze the strengths and natural leadership of everyone to build momentum for social change; actively seeks to ensure those closest to the impact of our work have a voice in shaping our work
Integrity: meets commitments and acts responsibly with public and personal trust
Collaboration: able to build consensus and empower individuals and groups to achieve common goals
Continuous Learning: relentlessly seeks new information and bold ways to apply that learning
Innovation: able to respond to demographic, political and social shifts by acting in creative ways that generate new solutions