Program Coordinator - Tech Center

JOB SUMMARY
The Social Impact Program Coordinator must be creative and enjoy working within an entrepreneurial environment that is mission-driven, results-driven, and community-oriented. The Social Impact Tech Center Program Coordinator will be able to exercise good judgment in various situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities.

PAY RATE: $60,000-$75,000 PER YEAR

ABOUT THE COMPANY

SoLa is an award-winning social impact, development, and investment company focused exclusively on creating high-quality affordable housing in low-income, Black and brown communities. Over the last several years, we have raised almost $500 million in equity --- allowing us to deploy well over $1.5 billion – toward addressing the housing crisis in Los Angeles and throughout Southern California. We offer a fast growing, fast paced environment which is intellectually challenging, and professionally demanding, yet extremely rewarding and fulfilling due to the importance of our social mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Support planning and coordination of tech center programs, field trips, and activities
• Organize and update spreadsheets and databases using Excel and Google Suite;
• Provide exceptional admin support to the Tech Center Management Team
• Collaborate with the Social Impact team on projects and events and proactively contribute where needed;
• Organize tech center events and special programs such as speaker series, field trips, and workshops.
• Work with the Tech Center team to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of different projects’
• Complete other tasks and projects as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred;
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a project management, coordinator, or administrative position at a non-profit, academic institution, or in a corporate environment;
• Experience with social impact and public good program development or campaigns preferred;
• Experience working with youth in an afterschool program environment;
• Spanish speaking is strongly preferred.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills;
• Mastery in program coordination scheduling, notetaking,
• Knowledge of budgeting, bookkeeping, and reporting
• Ability to interact with a broad spectrum of constituencies, including donors, community leaders, nonprofit/education representatives, Foundation board members, staff members, volunteers and scholarship recipients;
• Ability to build and steward relationships with people from diverse backgrounds;
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced, demanding environment;
• Well-developed time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities;
• Ability to present information in a concise and easily understood manner;
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment;
• Organized, proactive/self-starter, creative, detail-oriented, and critical thinking skills required;
• Well-developed time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities;
• Proficient in Excel; working knowledge of Microsoft Office;
• Experience with CRM and data management.

SoLa Impact offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as pet insurance, sick leave, 10 paid holidays, and bereavement days. This package is designed to provide employees with a range of important benefits that help to support their physical and emotional well-being, while also providing financial protection and peace of mind.

At SoLa Impact, we believe work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering a new job. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. We foster a family-friendly and supportive workplace, collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, and accountability. We are looking to bring someone on board as soon as possible. We provide a rewarding and challenging environment. We expect a lot, but give a lot in return. Strongly prefer candidates local to Los Angeles as no relocation assistance will be provided. All qualified candidates will be contacted directly.

SoLa Impact is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SoLa does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.