Senior Manager for Youth Programs

Requirements

• Demonstrates GrubStreet's commitment to anti-racism and
• equity in all communications and interactions with community
• members
• 5+ years experience leading teen programs and partnership
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required - both
• oral and written
• Strong organizational skil

Additional Information

GrubStreet is the leading literary arts center in the country. We are a hardworking and creative bunch and pride ourselves on a warm and supportive work environment. The Senior Manager of Youth Programs position plays a vital role in helping GrubStreet to support our mission. Reporting to the Education Director, the Senior Manager of Youth Programs will manage, evaluate, and develop GrubStreet's Young Adult Writers' (YAWP) programs. This role will be vital in making sure that teens of all backgrounds and experience levels are welcomed and supported whether they write with us at our new Seaport location or at any of our community sites or schools events. This is a full-time permanent position. The Senior Manager of Youth Programs works in our fast-paced, friendly Boston office (with the majority of staff currently operating remotely). This position supervises the Youth Programs Coordinator, and works closely the entire team. Note that for exceptionally high-quality candidates who might not yet have the professional experience for this Senior Manager role, GrubStreet may consider adjusting this role to a Manager-level position and train toward a Senior Manager role in the future. We encourage BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and people of color), LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, and other communities historically underrepresented in arts administration spaces to apply. GrubStreet strives to dismantle every system, process, or structure that would discourage any person from working with us. We actively seek diversity, equity, and inclusivity because we know that all people are vital and that their stories are our stories. Job Description Prioritizes commitment to access and equity across all programs for all classes and events. Ensure that Grub's mission and commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is embedded and reflected in all YAWP programs. Track metrics and data to report on progress, opportunities, and * challenges. Strategy and Evaluation Develop annual and multi-year program strategies, develop tactics toward implementation, and report on the progress. Oversee and manage regular evaluation of YAWP programs, including but not limited to: oConducting surveys and focus groups of the community (teens, parents, instructors, staff, organizational partners, etc.); * oResearching and identifying best practices for creative youth development and community engagement; oCollecting and analyzing registration, attendance, and outcome data from Youth programs; oAnalyze efficacy of YAWP programs on both a program and individual student level. Creates and implements strategies to increase student access and participation, particularly in underserved communities. Supports fundraising efforts, including contributing data and narrative for grants, attending relevant foundation meetings, and providing other supporting documentation. When needed, serve on committees to ensure that the youth program's needs are represented in broader strategic initiatives. Program Administration and Communication Oversees all YAWP programs: Free Saturday program, School Programs, Weeklong teen classes, Neighborhood teen classes, teen fellowships, and Slam Team. These responsibilities include: oRecruitment, coordination, and support for instructors/mentors. oLeading YAWP team on major projects and supporting problem-solving for team coordination efforts/events. Coordinating fellowship-related events, including the Muse and the Marketplace conference attendance. oSecuring YAWP guest speakers, sometimes in coordination of other GrubStreet programs like The Muse & Marketplace Conference and/or Boston Writers of Color. Leads Scheduling and Operations for all of YAWP, guiding Program Coordinator and YAWP team on processes/best practices that relate to: oCommunicating with students, parents, and partners. oManaging co-ops, interns, and volunteers (if applicable). oAll application-based program management, including scholarships oYAWP budget management oReporting and program updates on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. oWeb page content management and marketing collaborations oProblem-solving issues in a student-centered, * contextualized, and culturally competent manner. Engagement Develops and maintains key partnerships, relationships, and initiatives, including relationships with local high schools, the Boston Public Library, and other entities as needed. Leads artistic direction of marketing content and copy for flyers, ads, and other collateral material along with newsletters. As needed, plans, leads, and runs events.

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