Assistant Program Director

PROFILE

As with all positions within this ministry, the Assistant Director of Programs, Bay Area, is known for strong Christian character and sets an example for young believers or non-believers, living a life above reproach. This person is in full agreement with the Statement of Faith of Mentoring Alliance and recognizes that a life consistent with our Christian heritage is of paramount importance. The Assistant Director abides by the rules and policies in the Mentoring Alliance handbook and supports the Director of Programs in upholding these standards.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Assistant Director of Programs, Bay Area, assists the Director of Programs in all MA regional programs, including implementation of curriculum and other program elements, recruiting and leadership of staff, and oversight of safety and compliance standards. This position also participates in activities that help build overall program elements and standards and supports the launch of new initiatives as agreed upon with the Director of Programs and relevant leadership.

KEY RESULT AREAS

1. Minister of the Gospel

Demonstrates a committed Christian faith and serves as a Christ-centered role model. Passionately shares the Gospel and is able to communicate biblical truths, Mentoring Alliance's beliefs, and its Statement of Faith to children, families, and others. Provides spiritual guidance, discipleship, and support consistent with biblical principles and actively participates in and contributes to Christian programming, worship, and staff chapel activities.

2. Program Implementation

Supports the successful launch and implementation of Mentoring Alliance programs by assisting with planning, staffing, training, onboarding, and stakeholder engagement. Collaborates with program leadership to execute strategic launch plans, adapt to challenges, build key community relationships, and proactively identify and address areas for improvement to ensure program success.

3. Oversee Regional Programs

Supports program quality and operational excellence by ensuring consistent implementation of Mentoring Alliance program standards across regional locations. Assists with program logistics, resource distribution, communication, budgeting, policy development, and program evaluation while promoting organizational vision, maintaining safety standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive program success.

4. Recruit, Lead, and Manage Staff

Supports the recruitment, hiring, training, development, and performance management of regional staff. Partners with recruiting and program leadership to implement staffing strategies, ensure training completion, provide coaching and performance feedback, identify professional development opportunities, and support employee accountability through timely evaluation, recognition, and corrective action processes.

5. Safety and Compliance

Supports program compliance and safety by helping ensure adherence to licensing requirements, regulatory standards, and Mentoring Alliance policies. Assists with safety audits, monitors staffing levels to maintain safe program operations, reviews findings with leadership, and helps implement corrective actions to address identified safety concerns and maintain a secure environment for staff and participants.

6. Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement

Develops and maintains relationships with parents, district administrators, and members of the Bay Area community for the advancement of Mentoring Alliance in your region and assists with building and maintains relationships with churches, colleges, and universities for purposes of staff recruitment.

7. Other Duties as Assigned by the Director of Programs

• Serves on appropriate committees; attends staff meetings, board meetings, and other staff functions.

• Strengthens teamwork, collaboration, alignment, morale, transparency, credibility, and trust throughout the ministry.

• Fulfills necessary tasks, projects, or roles as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Four-year degree in a related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.

• A minimum of five years’ work experience in an organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people.

• A minimum of five years’ experience supporting or managing personnel.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.

• Demonstrated ability to organize, direct, and coordinate operations in personnel supervision; the recruitment and retention of key personnel; and budget management.