Veterans Program Operation and Events Manager

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Veteran's Program Operation and Events Manager Job Description

Position Title:

Veterans Program Operation & Events Manager
Department:
Veterans Program

Reports to:

Veterans Lead
Employment Status:
Full-time
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Effective Date:
September 1, 2026
End Date:
September 1, 2027
Compensation: $58,000 – $64,000 DOE

Unkitawa is committed to supporting veterans through innovative programs and community-based services that honor their service and facilitate their transition into civilian life. We aim to provide our veterans with meaningful resources, support systems, and connections that enrich their lives and celebrate their contributions to our community.

This is a hybrid position; the Veterans Program Operation & Events Manager reports directly to the Veterans Lead and supports the overall operations of the Veterans Program.

The Veterans Program Operations & Events Manager is responsible for assisting in the management, coordination, and delivery of programs and services that support the veteran community. This role requires a proactive leader who can oversee daily operations, support staff and volunteers, and ensure effective program implementation. The position plays a key role in strengthening community engagement, enhancing service delivery, and supporting the mission of Unkitawa.

• Manage day-to-day administrative operations of the Veterans Program.
• Maintain Core Data, aggregate data, and monthly program metrics.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for grants and organizational reporting.
• Submit bi-weekly time sheets.
• Ensure grant compliance and maintain participant records and documentation.
• Coordinate calendars, meetings, purchasing, inventories, and program logistics.
• Assist with budget tracking, purchase requests, invoices, and reimbursements.

• Assist in the strategic growth of the Veterans Program by identifying new programming opportunities and community needs.
• Support the continuation and expansion of the Family Financial Assistance (FFA) Program and other veteran support initiatives.
• Develop new workshops, wellness activities, educational opportunities, and culturally relevant programming for veterans and their families.
• Build relationships with community partners to expand resources and services available to veterans.
• Assist with grant implementation and development of new program initiatives.

Serve as the primary coordinator for Veterans Program events and assist with organization-wide events, including:

• Welcome Home Vietnam events
• Community gatherings
• Workshops and trainings
• Care Package events
• Wellness activities
• Cultural events and ceremonies
• Volunteer appreciation events

Responsibilities include vendor coordination, scheduling, facility reservations, purchasing, logistics, volunteer coordination, event timelines, and event setup and breakdown.

• Co-lead contractors, interns, volunteers, and event staff in collaboration with the Veterans Lead.
• Coordinate contractor work plans, deliverables, and scheduling.
• Provide oversight of the Veterans Care Package Program, including contractor coordination, inventory management, and distribution.
• Assist in supervising interns and volunteers by assigning projects, monitoring progress, and providing coaching and mentorship.
• Promote collaboration across departments to support organization-wide initiatives.

• Conduct outreach to veterans and military families.
• Represent Unkitawa at community events and resource fairs.
• Maintain relationships with veteran-serving organizations and community partners.
• Assist with communications, newsletters, social media content, and participant engagement.

• Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university and/or equivalent lived experience.
• Experience working with veterans, tribal communities, or culturally relevant programs.
• Experience working in nonprofit organizations, Tribal communities, or veteran-serving organizations preferred.
• Knowledge of traditional ceremonies, medicines, and cultural…