Program Developer (Remote/Unpaid Volunteer)
Join Empowered Futures as a Mentorship Program Developer and play a pivotal role in our forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering emerging adults as they transition into adulthood. At Empowered Futures, we are committed to creating confident, emotionally intelligent, and resourceful adults through self-empowerment, business mentorship, and unwavering support to help them unlock their full potential.
The Program Developer is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and continuously improving programs that advance organizational goals. This role combines strategic planning, stakeholder collaboration, and execution to ensure programs are effective, scalable, and aligned with business or mission objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and launch new programs, initiatives, or services based on organizational needs and strategic priorities.
- Conduct needs assessments, research, and data analysis to inform program design and improvement.
- Define program goals, success metrics, timelines, and resource requirements.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., leadership, operations, IT, design, marketing) and external partners to ensure program alignment and successful delivery.
- Develop program documentation, workflows, curricula, materials, and implementation plans.
- Manage pilot programs, gather feedback, and iterate to improve effectiveness and user experience.
- Monitor program performance using qualitative and quantitative metrics; prepare reports and recommendations.
- Ensure programs comply with organizational policies, legal requirements, and industry best practices.
- Support change management and adoption through training, communication, and stakeholder engagement.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Program Management, Education, Business, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 3–6 years of experience in program development, program management, or a related role.
- Demonstrated ability to design and implement programs from concept through execution.
- Familiarity with Agile, Lean, or human-centered design methodologies preferred
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working cross-functionally with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience using data, user feedback, or evaluation frameworks to improve programs.
Key Skills and Competencies
- Program and project planning
- Research and needs assessment
- Data-informed decision-making
- Process design and documentation
- Continuous improvement mindset
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work transversally across all committees and gain exposure to multiple areas of organizational leadership.
- Collaborate with passionate, mission-driven, and multidisciplinary senior board members.
- Play a central role in ensuring the success and impact of organizational initiatives.
- Build experience in development, strategy, and cross-functional leadership.
This is a part-time, unpaid position (5 - 7 hours a week).
Join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young adults while shaping a brighter future for mental health and well-being. Together, we can inspire hope and create lasting change. Apply now!
Required career level
- Experienced (Non Manager)
Required languages
- English