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About the Role

The Program Manager, Highest Awards supports the execution of programmatic strategic plans for girl leadership experiences including the Highest Awards based on the Girl Scout Life Skills program portfolio. This role will support the planning, organization, and implementation of Highest Awards, Leadership events and trainings, and special funded initiatives.

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of the Highest Awards process, including all trainings, virtual or in-person from beginning to end.
Oversee the Gold and Silver Award celebrations, including planning and logistics.
Manage the Gold Award pipeline on GoGold platform and internal highest awards trackers.
Lead communicator with Highest Awards Volunteers, lead meetings, prepare training sessions and provide growth opportunities.
Manage implementation of leadership program KPIs, including Badge days, Leadership Award Days and related special initiatives.
Support the programmatic strategic framework to drive intentional growth and a yearly planning process.
Ensure age-specific programming and pre-requisites to the Highest Awards Girl Scouts programs are centered around the GS programmatic pillars.
Support special funded initiatives, based on current goals, program outcomes, and the national program portfolio relevance.
Manage the scholarship process and Destinations program for GSGNY.
Deploy programmatic resources including program playbooks, badge programs, event models, and volunteer trainings.
Collaborate with Council staff and other members of GSGNY team to achieve collective goals.
Work collaboratively with other Council-wide teams to meet shared team goals.
Participate, encourage and strengthen volunteer communication while supporting membership strategies.
Attend Girl Scout events, program site visits and community events.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience in developing and carrying out community-based programs, events and volunteer management, and/or working with youth.
Exceptional attention to detail; able to accomplish all aspects of the development function from basic administrative tasks to high-level strategy.
Expertise in planning programs with metrics and rubrics to assess outcomes.
Excellent project management skills, including the ability to establish and monitor priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstration of initiative, flexibility, and resourcefulness in working effectively on multiple projects.
Outstanding written and presentation skills with the ability to speak clearly, write persuasively, and listen attentively.
Supervisory experience or strong desire to be a collaborative, intentional supervisor and mentor.
Experience with budgeting and financial management.
Ability to work independently, as well as in a team, with a track record of collaborating successfully with diverse staff and culturally diverse communities.
Ability to work evenings and weekends for program events and travel throughout the 5 boroughs.
Familiarity with New York City’s community-based organizations preferred, especially in the areas of youth development, environmental education, outdoor adventure, and/or girls empowerment.
Belief in and commitment to the principles of the Girl Scout movement.

Location

New York City

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Minimum 2 years of experience

Salary/Compensations

$66,300

Benefits

Health coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Flexible Spending Account/FSA
Commuter benefits
403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous PTO

About the Company

The Girl Scouts of Greater New York (GSGNY) is a leading youth development organization serving 16,000 girls ages 5–18 each year.
Our mission is to ensure that every girl across New York City can develop the courage, confidence, and character needed to thrive.
GSGNY delivers empowering programs in nearly every NYC zip code, from traditional troop experiences to STEM and robotics, leadership development, and meaningful community service.
We also support unhoused girls living in shelters across the city and send 5,000 girls each summer to our beautiful camp in upstate New York.
Through our iconic Cookie Program, Girl Scouts earn money for troop activities while building critical financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills.
Recently upgraded and enhanced facilities at our 425-acre Camp Kaufmann in Dutchess County, including the construction of a multiple purpose, award winning building, Girl HQ.

Equal Opportunity

The Girl Scouts of Greater New York are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to you without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, age, veteran status, medical condition or disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.