Program Manager, ECAN

Program Manager, Educare Chicago Alumni Network (ECAN) The Ounce of Prevention Fund is one of Chicago’s most energized, future-focused organizations devoted to early childhood development. Our mission is to improve the life chances for low-income children through programs, training, research and advocacy. We are recruiting individuals who want to join us in this mission and share a commitment to our core values of appreciation respect, empowerment, diversity, excellence, learning and communication. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including 401(k); tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities; flex work hours and work-from-home options; and paid parental leave. Reporting to the Assistant Director, ECAN: Provide high-level support to the Assistant Director, and ECAN leadership in overall strategy operations and planning Lead project work plans, timelines, priorities, and work with the Assistant Director to track and manage budgets and resources allocation plans. Lead development of funder reports on progress, impact and lessons learned Ability to utilize multiple modes for outreach and effective communication to implement retention strategies for capacity building with members of ECAN Work in collaboration with the Assistant Director to design and create the annual calendar of activities and all media outlets pertaining to ECAN Qualifications: Bachelor’s in Social Work, Psychology Five to seven years’ experience in nonprofit and/or family development/engagement or related service field. Experience with advocating and organizing around community and family issues Last but not least we offer some great perks: Work from home options for qualified employees plus flexible hours. Tuition reimbursement, competitive salary and benefit packages, employer contribution towards your 401k, and much more. The Ounce is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to our core values by creating an inclusive environment for all staff.