What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at 1DROP?
About 1DROP
1DROP is dedicated to empowering developers of color through apprenticeship, co-development
opportunities, mentorship, training, and support services, in order to address historical barriers to
entry in real estate development. We collaborate with community and industry partners to drive
policy change, increase minority representation, and build thriving, inclusive communities.
Job Summary
The Program Director will lead 1DROP's Real Estate Developer Support Program, ensuring seamless
recruitment, training, support, and successful engagement of program participants. This role will
play a key part in nurturing a network of developers who can contribute to and benefit from our co-
development, mentorship, and training initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, mission-
driven leader with a strong background in program design and management and a commitment to
diversity, equity, and inclusion in real estate development.
This role will build and sustain a strong support network for developers, coordinating mentorship,
networking opportunities, apprenticeships, training, and community-building activities. The ideal
candidate will have a strategic and community-centered approach, with the ability to foster
connections and provide impactful experiences for aspiring, emerging and established developers.
Key Responsibilities
Program Design, Development & Oversight
Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Developer
Support Program, ensuring alignment with 1DROP’s mission.
Develop and maintain clear processes for program stages, ensuring transparency and
effective transitions for participants at each phase.
Oversee program curriculum and workshop development for apprenticeship, training,
and mentorship programs.
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Establish success metrics and evaluation processes for developers’ progression and
outcomes within the program.
Recruitment & Application Management
Develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract diverse talent aligned with
1DROP’s mission.
Oversee application review processes, ensuring fair, transparent, and thorough
evaluation of potential developers.
Facilitate selection committees and decision-making processes to accept developers
into the program.
Mentorship & Support
Cultivate and manage mentorship opportunities for program participants, pairing them
with industry mentors and resources.
Coordinate ongoing support and training tailored to developers’ evolving needs,
leveraging partnerships and internal expertise.
Act as a resource and advocate for developers, helping them navigate challenges and
maximize their growth potential.
Performance Evaluation & Exits
Implement assessment tools to monitor participants’ progress, providing feedback and
guidance as needed.
Develop and lead structured processes for handling participants who may not meet
program standards, including potential exits, to maintain a high-performing cohort.
Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships
Collaborate with external partners to secure resources, training opportunities, and other
supports for program participants.
Serve as a key liaison between 1DROP and community organizations, industry leaders,
and funders, enhancing 1DROP’s impact and reach.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in sociology, nonprofit management, real estate development,
business administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
Experience
5 years in program management, ideally within a nonprofit or social impact
organization; Bonus if focused on real estate, economic development, or workforce
development.
Demonstrated experience in recruitment, mentorship, and training or apprenticeship
programs.
Skills
Strong leadership, organizational, and 360 degree communication skills.
Excels working through ambiguity, navigating tradeoffs, and prioritizing at all levels.
Technologically proficient with Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Slides); Can independently
tackle new technology, stitch together interim solutions, and articulate technology
integration needs
Excels in modeling out scenarios, pre-mortems, visioning, defining risks, and determining
mitigation strategies
Ability to develop and implement programs with a DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion)
lens.
Knowledge of real estate development, affordable housing, and community-building
processes is a plus.
Application Process:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in this role to
- careers@1drop.co.