Business Revitalization Program Manager

Who We Are

The Hispanic Federation (HF) is the nation's premier Latino nonprofit membership organization. Founded in 1990, HF supports Hispanic families and strengthens Latino institutions through grant making and direct services in the areas of education, health, immigration, civic engagement, economic empowerment, and the environment. Values that drive our work include equality, fairness, diversity, and empathy.

Hispanic Federation's Economic Empowerment program focuses on creating a strong foundation to increase the financial health of Latino communities. Through culturally relevant community-focused workshops and events, the Economic Empowerment program aims to educate individuals and families on financial best practices, eradicate food insecurity, and create opportunities for economic mobility. Since inception, the program has worked to positively impact communities in New York City and has grown to include communities across the United States and in Puerto Rico.

Who We Seek

The Hispanic Federation seeks a Business Revitalization Program Manager, to support our small business grantmaking program, outreach and engagement, and contract-related work of HF's Economic Empowerment programmatic and advocacy efforts that aim to increase the financial security of Latino entrepreneurs.

The Program Manager will report to HF's Director for Economic Empowerment and work with the director to support and expand the organization's small business support portfolio, including HF's Crear y Crecer su Negocio Small Business Support Initiative. This new initiative will provide a wide range of technical assistance programming and tools to strengthen the growing Latino small business community.

The successful candidate has experience working with communities of color and will be a self-starter able to accurately complete a range of tasks necessary for successful and timely grant distribution and community engagement. The Program Manager is responsible for reporting to the director and internal departments on the program's progress and outcomes.  

The position is a hybrid role and will require a minimum of ten (10) days onsite a month.

Position Location: New York, NY 

Reports to: Director of Economic Empowerment 

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Program Administration

• Work closely with Hispanic Federation HQ and Economic Empowerment Team to coordinate community-based small business support grants and promote services.
• Support curriculum development and creation of community toolkits to serve as a template and provide guidance to small businesses and nonprofits supporting them.
• Administer small business support services as needed.
• Collect data and track impact of programs.
• Oversee the coordination of virtual and in-person community workshops or forums.

Outreach and Engagement

• Lead community outreach and develop relationships; facilitate conversations and meetings between stakeholders.
• Serve as point of contact for community outreach; refer individuals to appropriate services available to them and provide access to services.
• Coordinate with partners to promote the program services to small businesses and local community organizations.
• Develop informational resources to promote on HF's website and social media platforms.

Other

• Ensure the high quality and success of Hispanic Federation's Economic Empowerment programs.
• Cultivate key relationships and partnerships with community leaders in Hispanic Federation's network.
• Maintain accurate records, provide timely program activity reports on grants and program initiatives internally, and comply with all reporting requirements.
• Assist with other Hispanic Federation projects and initiatives as requested.
• Provide support for special events and projects (sometimes requiring additional hours worked).
• Willingness to travel - locally. 

 Required Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of a BA/BS degree and demonstrated interest in economic empowerment work to uplift underserved low-income communities and entrepreneurs.
• At least three years of professional experience in non-profit program management, small business assistance and community outreach.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint
• Strong ability to monitor work plans, track expenses, adhere to deadlines, perform tasks for multiple projects and duties simultaneously, and prioritize assignments.
• Ideal applicants will be efficient, results-oriented with high energy and exhibit an exceptional ability to work with others.
• Self-starter with ability to adapt to evolving situations.
• Strong commitment to Hispanic Federation's mission and core values.
• Excellent, well-developed verbal and writing skills are essential along with strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Ability to travel locally. 

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary range for this position is $55,000 - $65,000 and commensurate with experience. Compensation comes with a robust benefits package with fully subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403(B) retirement plan (including eligibility for a company match), and access to flexible spending and pre-tax commuter benefits. Full- time regular employees are also provided with fifteen (15) vacation days, four (4) personal days, and paid sick time.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

HF will adhere to all local, state, and federal vaccine requirements. HF requires vaccination against COVID-19 for all employees. Reasonable Accommodations based on a qualifying disability, medical necessity or sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable law will be considered upon request.

To Apply

Please submit a resume, cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications via this portal. Be prepared to submit two relevant writing samples if you are selected for an interview. No telephone calls or emails will be accepted about this position.

Hispanic Federation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation and/or other protected categories.