Program Manager, National Programs

Enterprise Community Partners

. Support the design, development, and delivery of complex, multifaceted national initiatives .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeNew York City • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $83,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex grantmaking processes and facilitating cross-functional collaboration while effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders. Proven ability to develop and implement large-scale community development initiatives and deliver adaptive programming.

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Grant ManagementProgram DevelopmentFacilitation SkillsCommunication SkillsCommunity Development

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Hard Skills

Program EvaluationData AnalysisProject CoordinationPublic PolicyHousing FinanceReal EstateInitiative ScalingActivity ReportingDisbursement ManagementSelection Process Development

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingCreative Problem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsFlexibilityAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Affordable HousingCommunity DevelopmentGrantee SelectionStakeholder EngagementVirtual Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the design, development, and delivery of complex, multifaceted national initiatives
Support planning and implementation of competitive grantee selection processes
Develop selection process materials and evaluation criteria
Manage input from funders, internal and external experts, communications, coordination, and scheduling
Support grantmaking and grants management, including award notifications, activity reporting, disbursements, and grant closeouts
Deliver adaptive programming and shared-learning activities for grantees, Enterprise staff, and others
Coordinate in-person and virtual convenings and industry convenings
Facilitate cross-functional support across Enterprise markets and divisions
Gather innovation-specific data and prepare summary reports and materials for funders, leadership, and stakeholders
Collaborate on media and communications opportunities to disseminate findings and affect industry change
Prepare and deliver public presentations and facilitate group conversations
Carry out additional responsibilities or projects as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of four years of experience in community development, affordable housing, housing finance, public policy, real estate or related field
Graduate degree may be substituted for up to 2 years of experience
Demonstrated experience supporting or leading large-scale programs that include multiple components, including developing and scaling initiatives
Experience working with a diverse range of communities and people
Excellent critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills
Strong facilitation skills
Exemplary verbal, written, visual, and other communication skills
Ability to work independently, solve problems, and move tasks forward with minimal supervision
Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate complex activities, prioritize conflicting demands, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively among widely dispersed partners
Experience working effectively in collaborative and virtual teams, including multidisciplinary colleagues and clients across multiple offices and geographies
Professionalism, composure, flexibility, and adaptability
Cover letter and resume required
Must be able to work in one of the listed U.S. locations; sponsorship and relocation are not provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance bonuses
Generous paid leave programs
Dental, health, and vision care plans
Family-building benefits, including adoption and surrogacy support
Flexible work arrangements
Health advocacy
EAP and mental health benefits
Financial education
Wellness programs
401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
Learning and development opportunities
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses and certifications