Program & Outreach Manager
Reports To: Executive Leadership
Employment Type: Full-Time | August 2026
Position Summary
The Program & Outreach Manager provides leadership for iWRITE's educational programs, community outreach, school partnerships, volunteer engagement, and program operations. This position is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating youth literacy programs while cultivating relationships with schools, community organizations, and strategic partners that expand iWRITE's mission and impact.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, highly organized nonprofit professional who enjoys working with educators, families, volunteers, and community leaders while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Minimum three (3) years of nonprofit program management, education, community outreach, or related experience.
- Experience developing partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and community organizations.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong speaking and presentation skills necessary.
- Experience supervising volunteers or interns preferred.
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for programs and special events.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Essential Responsibilities
Program Leadership
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee youth literacy programs and educational initiatives.
- Present the iWRITE program to schools and partners.
- Manage program logistics, calendars, materials, and participant communications.
- Evaluate program outcomes and recommend improvements.
Community Outreach
- Develop and maintain partnerships with schools, libraries, nonprofits, and community organizations.
- Represent iWRITE at meetings, conferences, community events, and outreach/tabling opportunities.
- Identify opportunities to expand programming throughout the Greater Houston area.
School Partnerships
- Serve as the primary liaison with participating schools and educators.
- Coordinate scheduling and communication for school-based programs.
- Support recruitment of new school partners.
Events & Programs
- Assist with the annual literacy festival, summer camps, workshops, author visits, and community events.
- Coordinate logistics, supplies, registrations, and onsite operations.
Collaboration
- Work closely with the Executive team to support organizational goals.
- Provide program information, stories, and impact data for grants, reports, donor stewardship, newsletters, and marketing materials.
Preferred Skills
- Mailchimp or similar email marketing platform.
- Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
- Social media and basic marketing experience.
- Experience working with children, educators, or literacy organizations.
Core Competencies
- Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Organization
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Initiative
- Teamwork
- Mission-Driven Service
Job Type: Full Time
$50K commensurate with experience
Benefit Package ($10,000+ in benefits):
- 401(k)
- HSA
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Location: Onsite and inside partner schools
To Apply: Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Eva Lucas: [email protected]
Please place in Subject line: Program & Outreach Manager Applicant
- iWRITE is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Pay: $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Houston, TX 77007
