Program Manager 

 

Reports to: Director, Clear Language Lab
Compensation: $19-22/hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Part-time; flexible schedule (16-24 hours per week)
Classification: Non-exempt
Location: Remote, with preference given to candidates living in Illinois

 

About Literacy Works
Literacy Works’ mission is to advance equity by promoting literacy education and the use of clear language through our Community Literacy and Clear Language Lab programs.

 

In our Clear Language Lab, we believe that clear, understandable, humanizing communication should be the norm in non-profit and government communication. We work to make communication more accessible and push back against white dominant, patriarchal, and heteronormative standards that are too often the status quo of government and nonprofit communication. Through consulting and training services, we share expertise in clear communication practices to mission-based organizations in such fields as healthcare, legal aid, human services, and beyond. We also consider it vital to center people with lived expertise in our work and regularly work closely with community members on projects.

 

About the Position
Literacy Works is seeking a creative and self-directed professional who is passionate about communication and social justice.
 
The Program Manager is a part-time role that supports the Clear Language Lab program at Literacy Works. This person will assist with plain language training, materials review, focus groups, outreach, and communications, and will work primarily with non-profits, government entities, and other mission-driven organizations to make their content more accessible, clear, and understandable.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Support annual goals and vision of the Clear Language Lab and represent Literacy Works with stakeholders, funders, community members, and other constituents

• Assist with program administration of the Clear Language Lab at Literacy Works, including nurturing partnerships with community organizations, clients, and potential clients, as well as record keeping and grants management

• Assist with various phases of projects from initial conversations to project implementation to conclusion

• Support regular in-house programming schedule of activities, gratis and fee for service as well as tailored trainings

• Assist with creating curricula, materials, and webinars as needed

• Assist with materials review projects to re-develop or create materials using the principles of plain language

• Integrate community members with lived experience into projects through focus groups, interviews, etc.

• Stay apprised of current trends and research, both locally and nationally, in order to help inform program outcomes

• Assist with communication needs including but not limited to social media, blog posts, newsletters, or other marketing efforts

 

Qualifications

• Knowledge in english, communications, sociology, linguistics, disability studies or other related fields preferred

• Familiarity with the needs of adult education students, English Language Learners, neurodivergent folx, or other populations that have been marginalized by traditional systems

• One to three years of experience in adult education, communication, or a related field

• Outstanding writing, creative communication, and organizational abilities

• Strong project management skills and excellent attention to detail

• Proven ability to work under deadlines and to maintain close adherence to schedules

• A proactive, visionary, and independent work style

• Positive outgoing personality; ability to work closely with small staff 

• Eagerness to network on behalf of Literacy Works, Clear Language Lab and the field of adult literacy

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, Google apps, and social media; experience with Constant Contact, Canva, and Wix a plus

 
Benefits
Literacy Works promotes a strong work/life balance for all of our employees and we are proud to offer a team-oriented and supportive workplace culture. This is a part-time, non-exempt position. We offer part-time employees generous paid time off and the ability to work flexible hours based around program needs. The Program Manager will work from home, with preference given to candidates living in Illinois, where Literacy Works is based.
 
Literacy Works values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Literacy Works is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. Literacy Works will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
 
There is no deadline to apply; submissions will be accepted until the position is filled. Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a valid medical or religious exemption will be required of any final applicants before their first day of work. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@litworks.org.