Director of Programs

As the Director of Programs at ZGiRLS, you’ll play a key role in driving the growth and success of our online programs, ensuring they align with our mission to empower young girls. You will bring together strategic thinking, systems development, and program scaling to expand our reach and impact. Currently serving 1,500 girls annually, our goal is to scale to 10,000 girls per year and ultimately reach 100,000. You’ll lead efforts to create scalable systems, manage program development, and cultivate a culture of creativity, joy, and empowerment. By overseeing the design, delivery, and growth of our programs, you’ll help create a lasting impact on the lives of girls nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Scale Our Online ZGiRLS Confidence Program - Develop and execute strategies to scale ZGiRLS' online programs, with a bold goal to serve 100,000 participants annually (currently at 1,000). We aim to think BIG! Enhance online systems and processes, creating scalable solutions that support growth while maintaining quality and impact.
• Manage the Programs Team & Volunteers - Lead and manage the programs team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture. Oversee the recruitment, training, and retention of Program Facilitators (our experts in the ZGiRLS Curriculum™ who lead all our programs), while mentoring the program manager (staff member) and other team members to align with organizational goals.
• Efficiently Manage Program Operations - Ensure the smooth operation of ZGiRLS programs from the moment a participant signs up through their entire experience. Develop efficient workflows for participant coordination, and provide exceptional customer service to parents, participants, and caregivers.
• Strategically Grow and Expand Programs - Identify growth opportunities and collaborate with the Executive Director to ensure program expansion aligns with ZGiRLS' mission. Leverage technological solutions to improve scalability and accessibility.
• Evaluate program impact - Develop systems to monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, regularly collecting data and feedback from participants, facilitators, and key stakeholders. Continuously assess program outcomes and use insights to make improvements. Share findings with staff, board, donors, and funders to ensure alignment with goals, drive program enhancements, and demonstrate measurable impact.
• Expand and Manage Partnerships - Build strategic partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and community organizations to extend program reach. Cultivate relationships with athletes, community leaders, and key stakeholders to support growth.
• Budgeting and Resource Management - Partner with the Executive Director to develop and manage program budgets, ensuring effective resource allocation and maximizing program impact.

Qualifications

Must-Haves:

• Proven experience managing and leading a team with strong leadership skills.
• Strategic thinker with a track record of scaling systems, particularly in an online program space.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; you will be the face and champion of ZGiRLS’ programs.
• Results-driven, with a passion for implementing systems and processes that enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Strong technology skills using online communication platforms (Zoom, Google Suite, etc.) and project management tools (Asana).
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• A passion for empowering young girls, with a deep alignment to ZGiRLS' mission and values.

Extra Credit if You:

• Bring a background in nonprofit management or education, ideally within youth development.
• Have familiarity with community outreach, partnership building, and volunteer management.
• Have worked with data analysis and reporting, using tools like Excel or Google Sheets.
• Have a strong understanding of social-emotional learning (SEL) or mental resilience training for youth.

Values

• STRENGTH - We cultivate inner strength by embracing personal growth and embodying the ZGiRLS Curriculum™. We are willing to tackle uncomfortable conversations, rumble on tough decisions, and talk about our emotions.
• SPORTS - We celebrate athleticism in all its forms. We believe that sports are for everyone and we appreciate our bodies for what they do.
• ENERGY - We live with an optimistic, resilient mindset and are aware of how our emotions impact our energy. Our attitudes are inspiring and genuine.
• BELONGING - We create space for diverse perspectives and experiences, actively celebrating each other's unique strengths and differences.
• CHALLENGES - We view challenges as opportunities for growth and maintain our composure through setbacks. We choose courage over comfort by facing challenges instead of avoiding them.
• TEAM - We communicate our needs and capabilities without judgment. We take ownership of our work responsibilities and understand how our actions affect the team.

About ZGiRLS

ZGiRLS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young girls by helping them build unshakable confidence and resilience. Through our transformational programs, we equip girls with the tools they need to trust themselves, navigate challenges, and advocate for their own success. At ZGiRLS, we are committed to creating a world where all girls live with zero self-limitations, supported by a community of mentors and athletes who inspire them to believe in their limitless potential.