Director of Programs

Director of Programs
North Raleigh Ministries - Raleigh, NC
Full-Time, Exempt

North Raleigh Ministries (NRM) is a faith-based nonprofit that equips families and individuals in crisis with the resources and skills they need to achieve stability. Through evidence-informed, community-based programs, NRM works to foster hope, purpose, and long-term well-being for individuals and families in our community.

We are seeking a Director of Programs to provide strategic, clinical, and operational leadership across NRM’s program areas. This position reports to the Executive Director and plays a key role in ensuring programs are mission-aligned, responsive to community needs, grounded in best practices, and delivered with excellence.

Program Leadership and Strategy

• Provide overall leadership and direction for NRM’s programs, ensuring alignment with organizational mission, values, and strategic priorities
• Conduct periodic community needs assessments and translate findings into program development and refinement
• Ensure programs are evidence-informed, outcomes-driven, and delivered with fidelity
• Collaborate with the Finance Director to develop and manage sustainable program budgets
• Monitor staffing ratios to ensure programs are adequately supported by staff and volunteers

Staff Leadership, Supervision, and Development

• Provide direct supervision to the Food Pantry Programs Manager, Social Work Programs Manager, and Pastoral Care Programs Manager
• Support program leaders in setting goals, evaluating outcomes, and developing their teams
• Lead regular all-program meetings to promote collaboration, alignment, and shared learning
• Ensure program staff receive ongoing supervision, training, and professional development
• Ensure volunteers are trained and supported to serve through a person-centered, trauma-informed lens

Community Engagement and Program Messaging

• Lead programmatic messaging that clearly communicates the need, solution, and impact of NRM’s work
• Represent NRM with churches, funders, community partners, and stakeholders
• Build and maintain strong community partnerships rooted in shared understanding and collaboration

Program Data, Grants, and Systems

• Support grant identification, application, and reporting in collaboration with leadership and development staff
• Oversee program outcome tracking and reporting to ensure accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain and enhance NRM’s client tracking system (Apricot), ensuring data integrity and useful reporting for program assessment

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work with NC Clinical Licensure (LCSW preferred; LCSWA considered) or related degree with full NC licensure
• Minimum of five years of leadership experience overseeing program leaders and evidence-informed programs
• Strong grounding in person-centered and trauma-informed practices
• Familiarity with Brief Solution-Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage complexity, and communicate a clear programmatic vision

Compensation

• Salary Range: $80,000–$100,000 annually, commensurate with experience and licensure

Statement of Faith
North Raleigh Ministries is a Christian organization. Employees are expected to pursue a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and to live and work in a Christ-like manner.

How to Apply
Please email a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to Amy@northraleighministries.com.