About the companyThe Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting is an award-winning nonprofit journalism organization that champions the power of stories to make complex issues relevant and inspire action. Founded in 2006, the Center sponsors independent reporting on global issues that mainstream media often overlook, serving as an essential source of support for enterprise reporting in the United States and across the globe. We have a bold vision to be the venue for the world's most innovative and consequential reporting, with journalism as the key element for mobilizing society through audience engagement strategies. We believe that people and communities who actively engage with systemic challenges will find solutions together. The thousands of journalists and educators who are part of our networks span more than 80 countries. By supporting journalists as they conduct in-depth investigations, produce compelling stories, and engage diverse audiences, we create a ripple effect of world-changing impact.Our work reaches tens of millions of people each year through our news-media partners and an audience-centered strategy of global and regional engagement. Our education and outreach programs bring this journalism into classrooms, universities, and communities worldwide, using storytelling as a tool for understanding complex challenges and inspiring action. Through partnerships with community organizations, cultural institutions, libraries, and civic groups nationwide, we facilitate dialogue around breakthrough journalism on critical issues—climate change, democracy, global health, human rights, and more—deepening understanding and inspiring civic engagement. Learn more at pulitzercenter.org.About the roleThe Pulitzer Center seeks a dynamic program leader to execute public programming that amplifies the impact of our journalists work and strengthens connections with communities across the United States. As Program Manager - Outreach, you\'ll design and lead diverse community-facing initiatives—from expert convenings to film festivals to grassroots partnerships—that bring critical global issues into local conversations and expand our reach into underrepresented regions and communities.This role combines strategic partnership development with hands-on program execution. You\'ll cultivate relationships with community organizations, cultural institutions, and media outlets while overseeing the operational details that make programming successful. You\'ll also lead monitoring and evaluation efforts to ensure our outreach work drives meaningful impact, and you\'ll mentor an Outreach Coordinator, building team capacity as we scale our community engagement.If you\'re energized by connecting journalism to public discourse, building authentic community partnerships, and creating programming that meets people where they are, this role offers significant autonomy to innovate while contributing to an organization known for supporting some of the world\'s most important reporting.ResponsibilitiesProgram Execution & Partnership DevelopmentDevelop and execute grant-affiliated outreach projects and initiatives, determining budget needs and partnership strategiesOrganize diverse events, workshops, and activities with partners including expert convenings, film festivals, exhibitions, panel discussions, and community dialoguesIdentify, facilitate, and maintain relationships with community partners, media outlets, cultural institutions, libraries, and civic organizations to create programming and expand organizational visibilityDesign and implement Pulitzer Center outreach initiatives aligned with organizational impact goals and strategic prioritiesCreate programming pathways with potential partners and pursue formal partnership agreementsFocus intentionally on expanding connections within underrepresented regions and communitiesMonitoring & Evaluation LeadershipResearch and develop survey and evaluation processes in collaboration with Engagement team colleaguesImplement monitoring and evaluation systems for outreach programs to assess reach, engagement, and impactCurate and analyze program data to generate insights and learnings for internal teams, partners, and public audiencesDevelop recommendations for program improvements based on evaluation findings and implement strategic adjustmentsContribute to organizational learning and continuous improvement cultureTeam Leadership & SupervisionDirectly supervise the Outreach Coordinator, providing regular coaching, performance feedback, and professional development supportGuide project priorities, timelines, and strategic approaches to ensure successful execution of outreach initiativesCoordinate work plan development and accountability with the Outreach Coordinator in alignment with team and organizational goalsFoster a collaborative, learning-oriented team environmentAdministrative & Financial OversightOversee processing of payments and documentation including journalist honoraria, event expenses, and partnership agreementsTrack financial commitments and ensure budget alignment with program goalsMaintain organized systems for program documentation and reportingCross-Team CollaborationInitiate opportunities for cross-team collaboration and pursue collaborative programming across Engagement, Editorial, Communications, and Development teamsProvide peer support and informal mentorship to team membersContribute organizational knowledge and outreach expertise to advance collective goalsParticipation in Organizational Culture & ValuesEngage in task forces, training sessions, committees, special projects, organizational events, and activities that support the Pulitzer Center\'s mission and cultureParticipate actively in organizational planning processesQualificationsRequired Qualifications4-6 years of progressive experience in program management, community engagement, nonprofit programming, or related fieldsProven track record developing and executing successful public programs or community-facing initiativesStrong project management skills with ability to juggle multiple initiatives simultaneously while maintaining quality and attention to detailPartnership development experience with demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse organizations and stakeholdersExcellent communication skills (written and verbal) with ability to represent the organization professionally to external audiencesExperience with program evaluation, data collection, and using insights to improve programmingBudget management and administrative oversight capabilitiesSupervision or mentorship experience with commitment to developing others\' skills and capacitiesCommitment to equity and inclusion with experience engaging underrepresented communitiesAbility to work independently in a remote environment with strong self-direction, accountability, and time managementComfort with technology tools for virtual programming, project management, and collaborationPreferred QualificationsExperience working in journalism, media, arts, cultural programming, or civic engagement fieldsKnowledge of issues the Pulitzer Center covers: global health, climate change, democracy, human rights, social justice, conflict, migrationGrant writing and grant management experienceExperience designing hybrid (virtual and in-person) programming and eventsFamiliarity with monitoring and evaluation methodologies and toolsEstablished network within community organizations, cultural institutions, or nonprofit sectorSpanish language proficiency or other languages relevant to diverse community engagementExperience working across diverse geographic regions and community contextsSuccess MetricsYour impact will be measured by:Program Quality & Reach: Successful execution of diverse, high-quality outreach programs reaching varied audiences, particularly in underrepresented communitiesPartnership Development: Growth in number and diversity of community partnerships with strong retention and satisfaction ratesGrant Deliverables: Consistent achievement of grant-affiliated program goals and timely reportingImpact & Learning: Implementation of effective evaluation systems generating actionable insights that improve programmingTeam Development: Growth and effectiveness of Outreach Coordinator through mentorship and guidanceOrganizational Collaboration: Successful cross-team initiatives and contributions to organizational goalsFinancial Management: Effective budget oversight and alignment with strategic prioritiesCompensation & BenefitsSalary Range: $60,000 - $70,000 annually, commensurate with experienceComprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, generous PTO, professional development supportRemote work arrangement with flexibility for work-life balanceLocation & Work ArrangementThis position is fully remote and open to candidates located anywhere in the United States, with a preference for candidates in Eastern or Central time zones to facilitate collaboration with community partners, team members, and organizational leadership.The Pulitzer Center is an equal opportunity employer. The Center is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where the individual differences among us, whether in terms of race, religion, color, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, physical challenge, or marital or family status, are (i) understood, respected, and appreciated, (ii) recognized as a source of strength, and (iii) valued as qualities that enrich the environment in which we work. See our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement for details.The Center uses an established compensation philosophy in administering compensation. Offers are determined based on candidate qualifications, related experience, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the position.Compensation for US-based employees: Salary range listed above is for US-based employees. Our benefit package includes paid time off (holiday, vacation, parental and sick), health care coverage (including medical/dental/vision), health savings accounts 403(b) retirement plan, transit benefit, parental leave, and Life & ADD/LTD/STD Insurance.
