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The Programming Director is responsible for leading the development of, coordinating, administering and facilitating youth programming for the Westchester Youth Alliance. Program development will be aligned with the WYA mission and core curriculum. The Program Director will work collaboratively with the Executive Director, the WYA programming committee and teen leadership to build impact, grow and support our work. Responsibilities also include community and partnership engagement to develop programs and grow teen participation. This role reports directly to the Executive Director of Westchester Youth Alliance.

Program Development and Implementation Develop and deliver a full programming calendar from September - June that reflects the mission and the core programming curriculum of Westchester Youth Alliance: 4 larger scale (target 50+ teens) community service events 2 advocacy program series supported by in-person and Zoom events (target 20-30 teens participating per event most program series will include multiple events aligned with series theme) 1 - 2 social programs at the kick-off and end of the core programming year Regular teen leader Zoom calls on Sunday evenings and one monthly in-person session (est. 3x/month) focused on learning and program development Programs should strive to access the rich depths of collective spiritual knowledge, and demonstrate how it can help teens address current social, political and developmental issues that are relevant to teens. Programming calendar should be drafted 6 months in advance and finalized 2 months prior to implementation of each event Take an active leadership role in the programming committee, developing effective and productive relationships with volunteer committee members, setting meeting agendas and providing post-meeting minutes. For events and programs, programming director will: Be a confident and dynamic public speaker Confidently lead discussions and interpersonal games and ice-breakers Develop program objective and implementation plan in partnership with ED, programming committee and teen leads Identify community and youth program partners to plan and execute the program Identify and retain external experts to support and present advocacy content Insure implementation of all programming aligns with the WYA curriculum For all programs: create agendas, manage logistics including calendaring, securing facilities as needed, procuring and organizing supplies and food/beverages During all events: organize, facilitate and lead program implementation including organizing of teens, public speaking, partner coordination

Qualification Requirements: Experience engaging teens and fostering relationships. Experience creating and executing programming. Ability to create safe spaces for deep listening and honest, respectful dialogue. Ability to promote leadership and prepare teens to be active participants in a democratic society. Strong interpersonal skills not only to work with the teens but to connect with partnering organizations, schools, congregations, parents etc. Comfort and confidence speaking and presenting in public, engaging teens as well as adults. Administrative skills to promote programming, collect data, maintain website and social media and write letters or reports as needed. Commitment to community building, social justice and religious literacy. Experience working with diverse communities. Fluency in Spanish a plus.

Hours and Salary Part-time - 20 - 25 hrs/wk, some weekends and holidays including leadership of regularly scheduled Sunday early evening teen meetings (some on-line, some in-person) 1 - 2 events held monthly in-person either on weekends or school holidays, that require lead time and planning with teens and collaborators. Mostly remote work Hourly salary commensurate with experience and hours. Please send cover letter and resume to Nisa Geller at ED@westchesteryouthalliance.org