Program Officer – Education

United Way Miami

. Contribute to the development and execution of a results-based, goal-driven roadmap to achieve positive educational outcomes in Miami-Dade County .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeMiami • Florida • United StatesJunior💰 $52,283 - $58,819 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in community engagement, policy analysis, and program management to drive positive educational outcomes. Proficient in data gathering, relationship management, and event planning within the non-profit sector.

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Community EngagementPolicy AnalysisProgram ManagementData GatheringStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s DegreeBudget UnderstandingBasic Math SkillsIntermediate WordBeginning ExcelBeginning PowerPointBeginning OutlookBeginning Access

Soft Skills

Creative Problem-SolvingGood JudgmentAttention to DetailCustomer Relations SkillsCritical Thinking Skills

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Industry Keywords

Non-ProfitSocial ServiceEducational OutcomesCommunity OrganizationsGrant Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to the development and execution of a results-based, goal-driven roadmap to achieve positive educational outcomes in Miami-Dade County
Conduct research and community engagement to develop briefs
Identify public policy issues and perform policy analysis
Support implementation of priority tactics and management of investment processes and grant monitoring activities
Monitor assigned Impact Area agencies through site visits, progress and data reviews, reporting, promotional materials, and technical assistance
Staff assigned Impact Council volunteers and serve as a resource focused on services and target populations
Maintain relationships with public and private social service organizations
Attend community, organizational, and committee meetings and represent United Way at community meetings and events
Provide support staffing for United Way initiatives
Plan, implement, evaluate, and follow up on special events and activities related to strategic planning and work plans
Explore and secure partnerships with community organizations
Oversee development, implementation, and expansion of EDEN Place and Future Bound Miami
Gather data, meet with staff/consortium, and review outcomes data
Stay current on local, state, and national education and youth trends
Manage assigned United Way agency campaigns and other matrix assignments as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Master’s preferred
One to three years experience in the non-profit/social service arena
Knowledge of modern web browsers
Intermediate Word
Beginning Excel
Beginning PowerPoint
Beginning Outlook
Beginning Access
Strong oral and written communication skills
Customer relations skills
Creative problem-solving skills
Good judgment
Ability to understand budgets
Basic math skills
Critical thinking skills
Attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

3 WKS+ Vacation Paid
12 Paid Holidays
12 PTO Paid Days
Competitive Health Benefits Package
Wellness Program Reimbursements up to $50/month
Short Term Disability at NO COST
Life Insurance & AD&D 2X Annual Salary at NO COST
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Plan UP TO 6% Employer Funding
Professional Development Opportunities
Discounted On-Site Early Childhood Care
Tuition Assistance for Early Education Degree
Free Monthly Transit Card
Formal and informal development programs, coaching, and on-the-job challenges