VISTA Program Manager

Role: VISTA Program Manager (VPM)

Location:

Dallas

Salary: $45,000-$50,000

About ASD - A Home for Life (ASD)

At ASD - A Home for Life (ASD) is a Dallas-based nonprofit organization providing permanent supportive housing and wraparound services for individuals and families impacted by HIV/AIDS. Guided by our core values of Respect, Justice, Mercy, Integrity, Driven, and Compassion, we are committed to building a workplace culture that reflects the dignity and care we extend to those we serve.

The Role

The VISTA Program Manager (VPM) is a grant funded role for the next two years; responsible for overseeing the successful implementation and achievement of program goals for the Ameri Corps VISTA program s role ensures the program aligns with organizational objectives, maximizes VISTA member impact, and supports long-term sustainability. The VPM will work closely with Ameri Corps VISTA Portfolio Manager(s), host site supervisors, VISTA leaders, and service members to facilitate program success.

What You'll Do;
Key VISTA Duties and Responsibilities

Program Oversight & Coordination:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Ameri Corps VISTA program, ensuring alignment with program goals and objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Ameri Corps VISTA Portfolio Manager(s), host site supervisors, VISTA leaders, and service members, providing guidance and support.
• Monitor and track the progress of VISTA members, ensuring that they meet program expectations and contribute to the organization's mission.
• Stay informed on Ameri Corps VISTA rules, regulations, and contract requirements, ensuring compliance with all guidelines.
• Support VISTA members and site supervisors with monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting processes.
• Maintain project timelines, monitor program progress, and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Compile data and records for periodic report submissions.
• Lead the preparation and submission of VISTA grant proposals.

Supervision & Support:

• Provide mentorship and direct supervision to VISTA members, ensuring effective role fulfillment and program success.
• Guide VISTA leaders in managing service members, troubleshooting challenges, and fostering continuous professional development.
• Ensure compliance with all Ameri Corps rules governing capacity-building projects.
• Maintain positive communication with supervisors, site personnel, service members, internal departments, and external partners.

Program Evaluation & Continuous Improvement:

• Track and assess VISTA members' progress toward their objectives, providing regular updates to the Director of Services.
• Support the creation and implementation of strategies to improve program effectiveness, aligning with organizational goals.
• Analyze key performance metrics to identify opportunities for program improvements.

Collaboration & Community Engagement:

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with host site supervisors, VISTA leaders, and other community stakeholders.
• Promote the Ameri Corps VISTA program to internal and external partners, ensuring its growth and sustainability.
• In the future, help facilitate ASD's expansion to become a lead agency for Ameri Corps VISTA in the region, overseeing and training subrecipient agencies that receive their VISTA members through ASD, increasing community impact and regional program capacity.

Training & Development:

• Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for VISTA members to ensure their success.
• Lead on-site orientations for Ameri Corps VISTA service members.
• Oversee recruitment, training, evaluation, and retention of VISTA members.

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Supervisory experience in a professional setting, particularly with volunteers or service members.
• Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Proven leadership and mentoring experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with program evaluation and continuous improvement processes.
• Experience with grant management.
• Previous Ameri Corps VISTA…