City Of New York

Senior Program Officer, Financial Counseling and Coaching Programs

City Of New York • $80K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience in community work.
  • Minimum of two years of experience in community-centered activities related to financial counseling.
  • Strong understanding of financial inclusion and empowerment strategies.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and timelines independently.
  • Experience in building and maintaining partnerships with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations of financial counseling programs, focusing on efficiency and client outcomes.
  • Monitor program performance and implement improvements based on data and client feedback.
  • Lead the development of new financial initiatives, leveraging technology and behavioral insights.
  • Act as the subject matter expert on financial counseling best practices and trends.
  • Build partnerships with City agencies and nonprofits to enhance economic opportunities.
  • Supervise a Program Officer, guiding project quality and professional development.
  • Collaborate with research teams to track performance and draft relevant materials.

Benefits

  • Flexible work options, including remote work for up to 2 days per week.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Engagement in meaningful work that directly impacts community financial health.
  • Collaboration with a diverse team and external partners.
  • Access to resources and support for financial inclusion initiatives.
Full Job Description
**This position may be eligible for remote work for up to 2 days per week pursuant to the Flexible Work Pilot Program. * OFE is seeking a Senior Program Officer to join OFE's Financial Counseling and Coaching team. The Senior Program Officer will primarily be responsible for developing, implementing, and leading programs that help New Yorkers and communities with low incomes access financial counseling and coaching to build savings, reduce debt, establish and improve credit, and access safe and affordable financial products and services to improve their financial health and economic mobility. Under general direction, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, this individual will bring a strategic, equity-minded, and collaborative approach to launch and grow initiatives that build the capacity of residents to positively influence their financial outcomes, including OFE's flagship initiative - the Financial Empowerment Centers. The ideal candidate excels at building relationships, is deeply committed to financial inclusion, and can effectively and independently manage multiple projects and timelines. Duties shall include, but are not limited to: Program Oversight & Performance -Oversee day-to-day operations of OFE's financial counseling and coaching programs as the program manager, with a focus on operational efficiency, achieving program growth, maximizing client outcomes, and reaching New Yorkers who need financial empowerment services the most; -Monitor and evaluate provider and program performance using data and client outcomes, including contract compliance; identify and implement improvements to service quality and impact; -Serve as the primary point of escalation for provider or client service issues, resolving them in partnership with leadership and stakeholders; Strategy & Partnerships -Lead and develop new financial counseling and coaching initiatives from inception through launch, identifying scalable strategies that leverage technology and behavioral economics; -Serve as OFE's subject matter expert on financial counseling and coaching best practices, trends and financial products; lead efforts to expand access to financial products and services as tools for financial counseling, collaborate with stakeholders, and support resource development and financial inclusion initiatives; -Build and maintain partnerships with City agencies, the nonprofits, and private industry; use partner feedback to improve programs, services, and policies to better support economic opportunity for New Yorkers; -Work with the Assistant Director of Financial Counseling and Coaching to integrate financial empowerment services into other City agencies' programs, in line with OFE's strategic priorities; People & Team -Supervise one Program Officer, providing oversight and guidance on project quality and deliverables, as well as professional development and growth opportunities; -Foster collaboration across the OFE team and external partners to advance shared program goals; Research, Writing & Representation -Work with OFE's research team to track program performance and establish evaluation mechanisms; -Stay current on relevant policy, research and changes in financial products and fintech that impact clients' financial health; share findings and write briefs relevant to the field; -Draft, proofread and edit a range of materials, including grant proposals, reports, policy memos, presentations, and press releases; -Represent OFE at outreach events, as appropriate, and help to plan and execute meetings and convenings and; -Support and contribute to broader team projects as needed. COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058 **Qualifications** 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or 2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or 3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above. **Additional Information**

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