Program Coordinator

Overview:

MiGen Michigan LGBTQ+ Elders Network is Michigan’s only nonprofit dedicated to services and advocacy for LGBTQ+ maturing and older adults, their loved ones and caregivers. Through direct services, training and education, social programming and community navigation, MiGen is changing what is possible each and every day for our communities. A flexible, progressive organization with a social justice mindset, MiGen provides our services remotely and in person through an integrated/embedded model with partners in the LGBTQ+ and senior serving ecosystem. In addition to being deeply dedicated to the communities we serve, we are also deeply committed to our staff and believe in flexible hybrid work models, investing in developing talent, competitive benefits and investing in our employees through professional development, mentorship and a variety of leadership and growth opportunities. “Because that’s the way we’ve always done it” is not a phrase you will hear as a part of this team. We believe in innovation, strategic risk taking, breaking things down and building them back better and trying new things that take us outside of our comfort zones.

Position Description:

An integral part of this diverse team, the Program Coordinator is responsible for implementation, data and administrative needs of the program department including day to day coordination of direct service and social programming, with support from the volunteer coordinator and executive assistant. Program team areas of focus include direct service, care coordination/community navigation, arts and cultural and special events programming. The program team is also charged, in part, with the production of the annual Rainbow Resilience: An Ageless Fashion Affair event and other gatherings as assigned, led by the Program Director with support from the entire program team.

The Program Coordinator is a vital member of the Programs team, facilitating a variety of direct service, social, arts and culture and other programming to benefit LGBTQ+ older adults and those who care for them. Those likely to be successful in this role will be collaborative, resourceful, detail oriented self-starters with a passion for improving the lives of LGBTQ+ seniors from diverse backgrounds.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Implementation: 40%

• Implements efficient and impactful direct service and other programs with the support and guidance of department and organizational leadership
• Follows processes, procedures and policies required to implement and sustain an evolving programs portfolio
• Represents MiGen in various work groups, committees and councils dedicated to serving LGBTQ+ older adults and works to establish partnerships and develop programming that addresses community needs identified
• Works proactively and collaboratively with the Resource Coordinator, Program Director, Volunteer Coordinator, volunteers and others to develop and maintain a robust written knowledge base of resources and contacts that can support LGBTQ+ older adults, caregivers and their needs
• Works collaboratively with organizational leaders to further develop and integrate programming by and for trans, non-binary and BIPOC folx within the LGBTQ+ community

Social Programming & Events Production: 40%

• Creates, schedules, produces and expands all weekly and monthly social and engagement programming: virtual and in person socials, Second Sunday arts programs and others
• Sustains Loving your Aging Trans Body series and workshops as well as other socials and workshops- fall prevention, MMAP counseling and open enrollment and other social, cultural and/or health or financial topics relative to older adults, etc.
• Supports program director in annual Rainbow Resilience: An Ageless Fashion Affair production and implementation/follow up

Organizational Collaboration: 10%

• Participates in all team and cross departmental meetings as assigned
• Participates in grants and funding process as requested through attending meetings and sharing program information, providing verbiage for grant and budget narratives as well as grant reports and other fund development related documents
• Ensures accurate, timely and complete documentation for all programs, clients and program activities within their purview or as assigned
• Collaborates with Marketing and Communications Director in relation to promotion of programs, events and services
• Collects, inputs and shares data related to program participation
• Collaborates with special projects consultants as assigned

Relationship Building & Community Engagement: 10%

• Along with program director and volunteer coordinator, acts as an on-site contact with partner agencies in metro Detroit on a hybrid schedule
• Represents MiGen in various work groups, committees and councils dedicated to serving LGBTQ+ older adults
• Acts as MiGen liaison to partner organizations and staff across Michigan as well as regional and national partnerships as requested

Requirements and Characteristics:

At least 2 years experience in progressively more responsible program implementation

• Demonstrated experience working successfully in a hybrid environment
• Experience and comfort with data systems and reporting
• Demonstrated commitment to working with and supporting LGBTQ+ communities
• A collaborative spirit focused on trial and error and trying new things
• Takes ownership and initiative and demonstrates follow-through
• Celebrates achievement through doing and achieving quantitative and qualitative results
• The ability to perform work in person up to 2-3 days per week on a flexible basis at partner locations in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and/or Washtenaw counties; balance of work is conducted remotely
• Committed to being available in person, and/or live via phone to the communities we serve Monday-Friday, during regular business hours on a flexible schedule.

Compensation: This is a Band I, partially remote, exempt position with a salary range of $37-52k annually. Candidates should anticipate offers closer to the beginning range amount; additionally, full time employees also receive up to 20% of their salary to apply toward benefits.

Benefits: MiGen offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision as well as life insurance, short-and-long-term disability insurance, Dependent Care and Health Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and a 401(K) plan.

Paid Time Off: Our Flexible Time Off (FTO) program models our core values and allows employees to take as much time off as they need. This policy is based on mutual trust and respect between the agency and our team members. It gives employees opportunities to work or take time off as they see fit, as long as they keep fulfilling their duties.

Supervision: The Program Coordinator is a full-time position and is supervised by the Program Director

Application Procedure:

To apply, please submit a detailed letter of interest outlining your qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three references to executivedirector@migenconnect.org. If any of these items are not received, your application may not be considered.

The position will remain open until filled, but the hiring committee plans to begin interviewing the week of April 15, 2024.

It is the policy of MiGen Michigan LGBTQ+ Elders Network to provide equal opportunity to all employees, contractors, and applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, descent or national origin, height, weight, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, HIV/AIDS status, political affiliation, veteran status, disability status, or other legally protected status in accordance with state or federal law. This policy applies to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, and all other aspects of employment and contract for services. All employees, contractors, and volunteers must adhere to MiGen’s nondiscrimination policies.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $37,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Ferndale, MI 48220: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ferndale, MI 48220