Assistant Director

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to a team of managers and community organizers to ensure efficient service delivery
• Oversee the planning and implementation of community-driven initiatives, workshops, and neighborhood revitalization activities
• Develop programs focused on community organizing, leadership development, and community outreach
• Manage local community outreach efforts, including door-knocking and telephone campaigns
• Collaborate with the Program Director to execute the department's mission, vision, and programmatic strategies
• Foster strong relationships with staff, HCZ leadership, and local community stakeholders
• Ensure all program data and information are accurately tracked and reported
• Manage stipends and establish partnerships with local businesses to serve as program vendors
• Recruit and manage local volunteers for community advisory boards and resident meetings

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3+ years of direct supervisory and program management experience in community building, organizing, or advocacy
• Proven experience with budget management, including cost analysis and spending proposals
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Zoom, and Outlook
• Experience working with community groups and community-based organizations
• Familiarity with the Harlem community and the challenges prevalent in underserved communities of color
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and Saturdays
• Experience with Salesforce or other data management systems is strongly preferred
• Bilingual skills in Spanish, French, or English are a plus

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary ($70,000 - $75,000)
• No-cost health insurance
• Paid time off and commuter benefits
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Career advancement opportunities
• Wellness discounts and financial wellness perks
• Additional employee discounts on travel and entertainment

About the Company

Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) is a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York. We work to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty through comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that empowers children and families to thrive in school, work, and life.