Program Director, Gifted Savings

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Requirements:

• 7+ years in program management, education, ed-tech, or nonprofits, preferably focused on high school youth and financial literacy.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in education, finance, or related field preferred.
• Strong curriculum development expertise, specifically for remote learning platforms and/or through short-form video content.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for content creation and interaction with key partners.
• Proficiency in analyzing data and implementing action plans.
• Skilled in using technology, including project management tools and remote collaboration platforms.
• You have strong interest, creative ideas, and experience utilizing the latest, cutting edge generative AI tools.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee program operations to ensure high-quality delivery and alignment with strategic goals.
• Serve as the primary representative of Gifted Savings to educators, administrators, and students, ensuring strong communication and partnerships.
• Facilitate informational presentations to students, teachers, and caregivers, adapting content to effectively engage each audience.
• Conduct student interviews to gather program insights and amplify success stories.
• Help to select and onboard partner schools, ensuring program success and alignment with donor objectives.
• Serve as a key collaborator with strategic partners, including educational organizations, financial institutions, and media companies.
• Alongside the Executive Director, seek out and build relationships with key strategic partners in the financial literacy/wellness space.
• Lead the curriculum development, content creation, and continuous improvement of online financial education lessons (including interactive activities and short-form videos) to engage youth and young adults.
• Identify and solidify Gifted Savings’ unique niche within the broader landscape of financial literacy, ensuring our curriculum addresses gaps and stands out in delivering impactful education.
• Develop training guides for educators, and support them in implementing Gifted Savings’ curriculum effectively.
• Review and evaluate student submissions, providing actionable feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
• Alongside Head of Product, set key performance metrics and, through continuous tracking and reporting, ensure optimized program impact
• Analyze program data to assess student progress, identify trends, and create actionable plans for improvement..
• Work closely with the Gifted Savings team to align program objectives with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with the design team to create promotional and instructional materials, including flyers and guides.
• Provide regular updates to the leadership team on program challenges, successes, and recommendations.