Housing Opportunities Unlimited
Program Administrator
Housing Opportunities Unlimited, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
OVERVIEW:
The Program Administrator plays a crucial role in managing and overseeing the functions and activities of programs held at Northwest 1 and Park Morton developments. Duties include working through the daily administrative tasks for both sites such as finding, training and helping staff complete program objectives, managing an office setting to ensure documents and other materials are complete, current, secured and accessible. In this role, you must have the ability to manage and create budgets for the programs. Create strategic plans for implementing new ideas to engage residents and set key performance indicators and goals for tracking the progress of the programs at both sites.
HOU's mission is to ensure that residents are treated fairly and experience minimum physical and emotional stress during the relocation process while ensuring that our clients' projects are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Developing and implementing program strategies and initiatives.
Coordinating and managing the program's operational activities and schedules.
Conducting staff and program performance evaluations to identify areas of improvement.
Overseeing the recruitment, selection, and training of staff.
Ensuring the program complies with all regulatory rules and standards.
Preparing and submitting program budget proposals and financial reports.
Establishing and maintaining relationships with external partners and stakeholders.
Responding to any issues or queries related to the program.
Documenting program progress and providing updates to senior management.
Planning and organizing program meetings and events. Revising as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
Plan and organize resident workshops.
Participate in all required meetings and staff training opportunities.
Maintain program files and reports via electronic platform.
Complete monthly/annual reports in a timely manner.
All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must live in the DC area.
2-year college degree in Social Services or similar field.
Proven work experience as a Program Administrator, Program Coordinator or similar role.
Experience in program management and administrative procedures.
Knowledge of budgeting.
Proficiency in MS Office especially Excel and program management software.
Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
Critical thinker and problem solving.
Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Compassionate and able to relate to different clients with various needs.
Experience working collaboratively with low-income families.
Organizational, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to motivate others towards achieving their goals.
A strong sense of respect for confidentiality and integrity.
Ability to analyze information and research skills.
EEO Statement:
HOU is an equal-opportunity employer. We actively seek a diverse staff that is reflective of the community we serve.Must be able to pass employment criminal background screening
The Program Administrator plays a crucial role in managing and overseeing the functions and activities of programs held at Northwest 1 and Park Morton developments. Duties include working through the daily administrative tasks for both sites such as finding, training and helping staff complete program objectives, managing an office setting to ensure documents and other materials are complete, current, secured and accessible. In this role, you must have the ability to manage and create budgets for the programs. Create strategic plans for implementing new ideas to engage residents and set key performance indicators and goals for tracking the progress of the programs at both sites.
HOU's mission is to ensure that residents are treated fairly and experience minimum physical and emotional stress during the relocation process while ensuring that our clients' projects are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Developing and implementing program strategies and initiatives.
Coordinating and managing the program's operational activities and schedules.
Conducting staff and program performance evaluations to identify areas of improvement.
Overseeing the recruitment, selection, and training of staff.
Ensuring the program complies with all regulatory rules and standards.
Preparing and submitting program budget proposals and financial reports.
Establishing and maintaining relationships with external partners and stakeholders.
Responding to any issues or queries related to the program.
Documenting program progress and providing updates to senior management.
Planning and organizing program meetings and events. Revising as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
Plan and organize resident workshops.
Participate in all required meetings and staff training opportunities.
Maintain program files and reports via electronic platform.
Complete monthly/annual reports in a timely manner.
All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must live in the DC area.
2-year college degree in Social Services or similar field.
Proven work experience as a Program Administrator, Program Coordinator or similar role.
Experience in program management and administrative procedures.
Knowledge of budgeting.
Proficiency in MS Office especially Excel and program management software.
Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.
Critical thinker and problem solving.
Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Compassionate and able to relate to different clients with various needs.
Experience working collaboratively with low-income families.
Organizational, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to motivate others towards achieving their goals.
A strong sense of respect for confidentiality and integrity.
Ability to analyze information and research skills.
EEO Statement:
HOU is an equal-opportunity employer. We actively seek a diverse staff that is reflective of the community we serve.Must be able to pass employment criminal background screening