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Program Director

Charitable Allies
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/28/2026
Salary: 85000-105000Organization Summary:Charitable Allies is a nonprofit organization that serves other nonprofit organizations.Fiscal Sponsorship fills the need in the nonprofit community for affordable fiscal sponsorship. Whether a new animal shelter is looking to accept donations before getting their 501(c)(3) status or a youth sports club is looking to receive a large grant that would disrupt its public support test, we are here to help.We operate two different Model C fiscal sponsorship programs; this position will oversee the more established of those two programs.Our team is made up of friendly professionals who want to work hard to make the world a better place, one nonprofit at a time. We are continually improving and innovating to meet the needs of the growing nonprofit community. Were an organization with a huge work ethic that not only invests strongly in our people and their professional growth, but that also still takes time out to have fun on occasion. We are a qualified employer for the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and some of our team has achieved student loan forgiveness.Position Summary:Were looking for a self-starting Program Director who can manage staff and regularly interface with high level clients. After your initial training period, youll manage a small team, establish relationships with clients and focus on growing and improving the program. The ideal candidate will be a passionate advocate for constantly improving to meet the needs of the nonprofit community. Were looking for someone with a positive attitude and initiative who is a quick learner to help make the world a better place one nonprofit at a time. Experience with nonprofits and/or faith-based organizations professionally or in a volunteer capacity is a plus but is not required.Responsibilities:Improving the fiscal sponsorship program by identifying issues and areas for growth and implementing solutions proactivelyBuilding and managing relationships with key clients, potential clients, potential referrers, and grant providersCreating and implementing a strategy to grow the fiscal sponsorship program through referrals, digital marketing, etc. with the knowledge that it will involve the trial and error processEmbracing balance between automation and human-centric solutions for issues and growth opportunitiesMeeting budgetary goals, including expense and income goals and tracking progress to budgetary goals for the programManaging, coaching and getting feedback from Program Managers who handle the day-to-day operations of the fiscal sponsorship programEstablishing annual budget with executive leadershipOverseeing the completion of strategic goals relevant to the fiscal sponsorship program as identified by the executive leadership and BoardWorking with the executive leadership to create reports and charts for quarterly board meetingsMaintaining a high level of compliance of the fiscal sponsorship program by learning, adapting and implementing the programs standardsReviewing large transactions submitted by clients for compliance with the programs standardsCommunicating program progress, challenges and ideas for improvement to supervisorManaging relationships with key vendors with professionalism and proactivityProviding insight to the team about improving the program continually based on the strategy approved by leadershipHandling high level client concerns with appropriate haste and careReviewing large grant applications for compliance with the programOther tasks as neededQualifications:6-12 years of experience in a high compliance field, professional philanthropy, fiscal sponsorship, or nonprofit leadershipExperience managing othersStrong sense of initiativeRelevant work experience growing organizations and setting strategic priorities for programs is a plusExcellent relationship-building skillsAbility to set strategic vision and see the big picture, while keeping details in mindProficient in basic business technology (Gmail, Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.)Ability to learn how to use software like Salesforce, and CRM platform (prior experience not needed)Strong organizational and time management skillsAbility to manage multiple relationships and projects at onceGreat communication skills, both verbally and in writingDesire to help nonprofit organizations reach their missionsDesire to learn and grow in careerPositive and can do attitudeEducation:BA/BS Degree preferred, or 2-4 years of relevant work experienceLocation:Four days per week in the office with a hybrid option of one day per week remoteReports to:Olivia Cloer, Interim CEOCompensation and Benefits:Compensation commensurate with experience. Gross compensation (including bonuses) ranging from $85,000 to $105,000 (dependent upon experience and performance-based bonuses). Additional options such as our 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer match; excellent health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; paid opportunities for professional development and continuing education; and other personal and professional benefits.How to apply:Apply through our websites hiring system by submitting a resume and cover letter addressed to Olivia Cloer.

Salary : $85,000 - $105,000

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