Manager, Regional & Program Operations

ROLE

TITLE:

Manager, Regional & Program Operations and Communications (Full time)
POSITION

REPORTS TO:

Managing Director, Strategy & IntegrationAPPLICATION DEADLINE: 10/30/2026

LOCATION:

Providence, Rhode IslandWHAT YOU’LL DOWe are looking for a candidate who will serve as the operations and logistics support for the Rhode Island regional team and the regional corps member program as well as support regional communications. The ideal candidate will be passionate for the job with the ability to build and execute on strong, detail-oriented project plans, manage multiple competing priorities in a complex and evolving environment, and establish and utilize clear and aligned systems for work flow and communication.

The goal of this role is to support the operational and logistical planning and implementation of regional Pre-Service, Practicum, and in-year corps member training, as well as managing the operations of the Rhode Island regional field office, including liaising with building management, ensuring seamless operations for team meetings, local gatherings, and board meetings, as well as support the regional communications strategy, including managing social media and regional communication.

The ideal candidate thrives in situations in which they can help create and maintain order and structure in a dynamic environment.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FORManage core regional operations (30%)Oversee the day-to-day operational systems that keep the region running smoothly.

Manage budget tracking and financial processing, coordinate contracts, vendors and reimbursements.

Maintain strong operation systems for planning, documentation, and workflow.

Partner with the Executive Director to support operations for team culture building activities and team retreats and stepbacks.

Manage posting to regional social media accounts, with guidance and support from the National Communications team and the Director, Development.

Manage communications to Teach For America Rhode Island’s community of stakeholders, including: corps members, alumni, board members, and community partners.

Support event and program operations (30%)Ensure that regional events and program milestones run smoothly; plan logistics for regional events, convenings board meetings and corps member programming.

Support the Managing Director, Strategy & Integration by executing on operations related to corps member licensure and certification, including compiling applications and tracking and monitoring compliance.

Strengthen organizational systems and processes (15%)Identify opportunities to streamline systems and reduce operational friction on the team.

Improve internal workflow by implementing tools that strengthen team efficiency.

Ensure processes are clear and consistent.

Ensure strong organizational coordination, and serve as a central point of coordination across teams (15%)Maintain organizational calendars and planning systems.

Support internal communication and coordination.

Help ensure key deadlines and deliverables stay on track.

Collective Responsibilities: (10%)Teach For America thrives on cross-functional partnerships throughout our organization. Our staff members are skilled in working across layers, empathizing with our colleagues around the reality of competing commitments, navigating these situations with grace, and being culture leaders within our regional team. We do this by upholding an orientation towards flexibility and generosity while also remaining deeply committed to a sense of possibility and achievement.

While some days we work independently to achieve milestones, realizing our goals requires regular collaboration at all levels. Everyone shows their support for region-and-organization-wide initiatives by actively engaging in the…