Low Income Investment Fund

Program Manager – Early Care and Education

Low Income Investment Fund

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: San Francisco • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $100,000 - $115,000 per year

About the role

  • The Program Manager is responsible for the oversight and management of initiatives aimed at improving early childhood environments in Sonoma County.
  • Lead the design, planning, and execution of grant programs supporting licensed childcare programs and other child-centered environments.
  • Develop and implement program policies, timelines, and guidelines to ensure transparent and effective grant administration.
  • Oversee the grant monitoring process to ensure compliance, track progress, and achieve key deliverables.
  • Utilize data management platforms such as Submittable and Salesforce to monitor program performance and generate comprehensive reports.
  • Identify and assess technical assistance and training needs; develop and implement capacity-building initiatives for staff, consultants, and child care providers.
  • Collaborate with city and county agencies to identify potential child care sites and coordinate activities to optimize site utilization.
  • Provide fiscal oversight for program budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and contractual obligations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
  • 5 - 7 years of professional experience in program management, early childhood education, or community development.
  • Bi-lingual preferred (Spanish & English).
  • Proven experience in leading teams and developing new programs or initiatives.
  • Strong written, verbal, and public speaking skills.
  • Expertise in working with diverse populations and building inclusive relationships.
  • Experience with data management platforms such as Salesforce and Submittable is highly desirable.
Benefits
  • Hybrid work environment with flexibility to balance in-office and remote work.
  • All employees are expected to work on-site at least two days per week.
  • Support fundraising efforts, including prospecting and grant management.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to identify cross-departmental opportunities for advancing program impact.
  • Prepare internal and external reports, clearly communicating program outcomes, goals, and funding priorities.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
program managementgrant administrationdata managementbudget oversightcapacity building
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationteam developmentrelationship buildingpublic speaking
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood EducationBachelor’s degree in Business AdministrationBachelor’s degree in Finance