Community Programs Manager

Irish Community Services, a non-profit dedicated to serving the needs of the Irish and wider immigrant community, is looking for a motivated professional with strong programming experience to develop and manage a variety of community programs including wellness initiatives, educational campaigns, group programs and short-term crisis support.

Responsibilities:

• Develop new and manage existing community wellness initiatives such as classes, symposiums, social gatherings, referrals, and once-off community events.
• Build meaningful and impactful partnerships with community-based and governmental organizations, both within the Irish community and within the wider community services landscape of Chicago.
• Develop resources and guidance for students from Ireland who are here in the US on summer internships.
• Offer short-term case management services to community members
• Administer a direct financial assistance program

Essential Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in community programming or social services working directly with groups and/or individuals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with or interest in Ireland, Irish culture, or an Irish community, either in Ireland, Chicago or elsewhere.
• College degree is preferred.

Note: Must be authorized to work in the US for this role without restrictions.

About Irish Community Services

Irish Community Services is a 501(C)3 not-for-profit (registered as Chicago Irish Immigrant Support) founded in 1998 to support the needs of a newly arrived wave of immigrants from Ireland. Since then, our programs and community have grown and we offer a variety of support and engagement opportunities including senior groups, toddler groups, immigration programs, community wellness initiatives, summer travel program, and short-term support for individuals in crisis.

Irish Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.