Part-time Program Officer, Liberty's Promise
Liberty's Promise () is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting low-income, immigrant youth, ages 11-21, through our after-school civic engagement programs and professional internship programs. We are currently seeking an energetic and dedicated part-time Program Officer to run our Civics and Citizenship after-school program in Loudoun County at one LCPS high school (exact location TBD). The successful candidate will work 20 hours/week implementing the organization’s civic engagement program at the school, building connections in the community to support our programming and youth, and aiding in fundraising efforts through occasional grant writing and editing. Approximately 3 hours per week will be on-site at the high school, and the remaining hours will be virtual, with some required in-person trainings or supervisor check-ins as needed. All applicants must have substantial and successful experience working with adolescents, preferably in a multicultural environment. Applicants must have oral and written fluency in English and Spanish. Due to necessary travel between program sites, applicants should have reliable transportation. The position is open until filled.
In our after-school programs, we teach youth about American civic life, the college application process, and how to apply for employment, while encouraging them to become involved in the community. We implement this curriculum through games, field trips, and interactive activities. In this role, creativity is key. Many youth in our Loudoun County programs have recently arrived in the United States, so a successful program officer should be an empathetic listener and culturally sensitive to their lived experiences.
Position Responsibilities:
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Develop curriculum and manage an after-school civic engagement program for low-income, immigrant youth
- Organize and schedule guest speakers, field trips, and other opportunities for youth
- Assist youth with internship, job, college, and scholarship applications
- Develop relationships with public schools, local organizations, and government agencies
- Draft and edit grant proposals and reports
- Work with public schools to promote and host after-school programs
- Track and update program outcomes and statistics using Excel and our youth database
Position Qualifications:
- Fluent in Spanish
- Exemplary written and verbal communication skills in English
- Comfortable working remotely and traveling to school for the program
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Comfortable utilizing social media to connect with youth
- Must exhibit flexibility, reliability, exceptional professionalism, and a strong work ethic
- Ability to think on your feet and find solutions to unanticipated problems
- Ability to function independently and as a member of a team
- Comfortable being a “jack of all trades,” and has a great sense of humor
- Deep belief in Liberty’s Promise mission, vision, and values
- Dedication to working with youth and helping our organization grow over the long term
Pay: $23,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- Habla con fluidez el Espanol?
Ability to Commute:
- Sterling, VA 20164 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sterling, VA 20164
