What you'll do
- Strategically design and oversee the organization's diverse range of programs, ensuring alignment with our mission and LEAD Pillars and maximizing impact on the Latinx community.
- Collaborate closely with the Board of Directors to refine and enhance the organization's long-term programmatic goals.
- Lead, mentor, and support program directors and staff, cultivating an environment of excellence, innovation, and collaborative program development.
- Ensure all programs adhere to the highest standards of quality and effectiveness, and are responsive to the evolving needs of the community.
- Implement robust program evaluation methods to assess impact, identify areas for improvement, and drive continuous program enhancement.
- Foster a culture of learning and development within the program teams, encouraging knowledge sharing and professional growth.
- Champion the needs and opportunities of the Latinx community through targeted program development and execution.
- Facilitate cross-program collaboration, ensuring a cohesive and integrated approach to program delivery.
What you bring
- Proven track record in developing, executing, and evaluating successful and innovative programs.
- Exceptional leadership skills, with experience in mentoring and supporting program directors and teams.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, adept at working collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Deep understanding of the Latino community's needs and challenges in professional development.
- Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
How our board works
ALPFA Puerto Rico operates with a dedicated "working board" of volunteers, responsible for strategic planning, implementation, and execution of key programming. The Board of Directors is led by the Chapter President, with support from an Executive Committee and a Corporate Advisory Board. There are no salaried or paid positions within the organization.
Directors can recruit committee members (non-board members) to help reach their goals. Executive Board Members serve for two years, while Directors have a one-year term. All board members become Gold members as part of onboarding.
Board members typically have 5+ years of professional experience, with exceptions for candidates who bring exceptional skills in specific areas. Directors average 3 to 5 hours a week, with more during business planning season. Executive board members average 5 to 10 hours a week. All Board Members are expected to show up at ALPFA Puerto Rico events whenever possible. Board meetings are held once a month.