Program Manager, Early Care and Education; Alameda

Program Manager, Early Care and Education (Alameda County)

Low Income Investment Fund | Full-time | Entry (0-2 yrs) | Posted Feb 23

The Low Income Investment Fund (LIIF) is a non‑profit Community Development Financial Institution that mobilizes capital and partners to create equitable outcomes. The Program Manager will lead the implementation of the Alameda County Provider Emergency Revolving Fund, a $10 million annual program designed to provide emergency grants to licensed Family Child Care providers and centers at risk of closure or disruption.

This position reports to the ECE Director, Western Region and has direct supervisory responsibility for staff or selected consultants engaged in implementing activities for the Provider Emergency Revolving Fund program.

• Lead the design, planning, and execution of the Provider Emergency Revolving Fund in partnership with First 5 Alameda County.
• Develop and implement program policies, timelines, and guidelines to ensure transparent and effective grant administration.
• Oversee the grant monitoring process to ensure compliance, track progress, and achieve key deliverables.
• Utilize data management platforms such as Submittable and Salesforce to monitor program performance and generate comprehensive reports.
• Collaborate with First 5 and community partners to refine processes and integrate feedback from the Measure C Community Advisory Council.
• Identify and assess technical assistance and training needs; implement capacity‑building initiatives for staff, consultants, and childcare providers.
• Lead the selection, engagement, and management of consultants delivering specialized technical assistance.
• Develop and oversee coaching supports that help providers strengthen operational practices and financial sustainability using quality improvement tools such as the Business Administration Scale (BAS) and the Program Administration Scale (PAS).
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including ECE advocacy organizations, government agencies, other emergency financial assistance providers and local community partners.
• Represent LIIF and the Provider Emergency Revolving Fund program at public meetings, presentations, and community convenings.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and shared learning within the program team.
• Collaborate with directors to streamline workflows and assess operational systems for improved service delivery.
• Provide fiscal oversight for program budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and contractual obligations.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, and mentorship of staff to promote a culture of learning and innovation.
• Support fundraising efforts, including prospecting and grant management.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify cross‑departmental opportunities for advancing program impact.
• Prepare internal and external reports, clearly communicating program outcomes, goals, and funding priorities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Five years of professional experience in program management, early childhood education, or community development.
• Proven experience leading teams and managing complex public funding programs, including application design, review, compliance, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of the ECE landscape, including Family Child Care operations, centers, licensing, and small‑business support.
• Strong written, verbal, and public‑speaking skills.
• Expertise in working with diverse populations and building inclusive relationships.
• Experience with data management platforms such as Salesforce and Submittable highly desirable.

LIIF offers a hybrid work environment with flexibility to balance in‑office and remote work. Employees are expected to work on‑site at least two (2) days per week and may be required to travel occasionally for meetings, trainings, conferences, or company‑sponsored events.

All LIIF employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19. LIIF provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals who cannot get vaccinated due to sincerely held religious or medical reasons. If you believe you need an accommodation, please notify Human Resources.

LIIF, an Equal Opportunity Employer, believes that diversity ensures excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, or national origin. Candidates from diverse backgrounds and with diverse experience are strongly encouraged to apply.