Program and Policy Manager (Temporary)

Qualifications: 47 years of relevant professional experience in nonprofit management, public policy, economic mobility, financial empowerment, community development, advocacy, or related field. Bachelors degree in public policy, nonprofit management, communications, social services, business, economics, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered. Experience with policy advocacy, coalition engagement, legislative processes, community engagement, or stakeholder relations. Strong project management skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft compelling advocacy materials, testimony, presentations, and stakeholder communications. Strong relationship building, facilitation, and public-facing communication skills. Experience coordinating programs, workshops, events, networks, or stakeholder convenings. Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and organizational skills. Comfort with databases/CRM systems, Salesforce knowledge a plus, website content management, email marketing, and common digital productivity tools. Commitment to economic mobility, financial security, and expanding opportunities for low- and moderate-income communities. Ideally, must be within commuting distance to Boston Massachusetts for in person events. Core Competencies Policy & Advocacy: Translates community needs and organizational priorities into practical advocacy strategies. Project Management: Independently organizes complex projects, manages deadlines, and ensures follow-through. Relationship Building: Builds effective relationships with policymakers, partners, coalition members, participants, and stakeholders. Communication: Writes clearly and persuasively and communicates effectively with diverse audiences. Initiative & Judgment: Takes ownership, identifies opportunities, and exercises sound judgment. Collaboration: Works effectively across a small nonprofit team and contributes wherever needed. Economic Mobility Lens: Demonstrates a commitment to financial security, economic opportunity, and systems change. Six-Month Priorities Establish and support implementation of the organizations policy and advocacy priorities for the upcoming legislative cycle. Strengthen FEN recruitment, engagement, meetings, and committee management. Successfully coordinate FELI recruitment, delivery, communications, and web presence. Develop a consistent process for participant and alumni follow-up, including 6- and 12-month surveys and collection of testimonials. Build a pipeline of potential new program opportunities and ensure appropriate handoffs for implementation. Lead virtual workshops and sessions planned for 2027. Complete a well-organized Call for Proposals process for the 2028 Financial Health & Wellness Summit. Strengthen program communications, website content, and marketing support across key initiatives.

Setting: 25 hours/week. Hybrid role, must be available to attend periodic in person events in Massachusetts.

Compensation: $40-$50/hour based on experience