Job Description

Reports to: Executive Director

Location: Washington, DC metropolitan region [Hybrid/Remote]

Employment Type: Full-time | Exempt

About the Organization

Housing& is a nonprofit membership association serving as a catalyst for change where housing, health, and economic opportunity converge. Serving over 500 members across 30+ jurisdictions in Greater Washington, Baltimore, and Richmond, Housing& brings together public, private, and nonprofit leaders to accelerate the production and preservation of affordable housing. Through research, advocacy, training, and collaboration, Housing& advances housing solutions that strengthen communities and expand opportunity for all.

Position Summary

The Program Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating high-impact programs and initiatives aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic goals. This includes managing events, policy-focused programming, leadership development opportunities, and technical assistance to members. The ideal candidate has experience in program delivery, stakeholder engagement, and affordable housing or community development, and thrives in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Program Planning & Management

• Ensure all programming reflects the Housing& brand — our belief that housing is the foundation of thriving communities and that effective solutions require cross-sector collaboration. Design and execute events and learning opportunities that engage leaders across housing, healthcare, education, economic development, and business, highlighting their interconnected roles in community development
• Design and execute policy, advocacy, and capacity-building programs tailored to the needs of cross-sector members
• Manage program calendars, timelines, budgets, and reporting requirements
• Coordinate logistics and delivery of in-person and virtual events, workshops, and trainings
• Track key program metrics, collect feedback, and support continuous improvement

Stakeholder & Member Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with members, partners, and subject matter experts
• Serve as a liaison to working groups, advisory committees, and community coalitions
• Respond to member needs, aligning programming with emerging trends, priorities, and challenges in housing policy and practice
• Serve as the staff lead for the Housing& Program Committee, coordinating meetings and activities that support the development and execution of the organization’s programmatic calendar throughout the year. Facilitate collaboration between committee members and staff to ensure programming is responsive, timely, and mission-aligned

Advocacy & Policy Support

• Collaborate with policy staff to integrate advocacy strategies into programming
• Support briefings, roundtables, and educational initiatives that inform and mobilize stakeholders
• Stay informed on relevant housing policy issues at the local, state, and federal levels

Training & Capacity Building

• Help develop curricula, resource toolkits, and training materials
• Coordinate speaker outreach, content design, and participant experience for training sessions and peer learning cohorts
• Support the implementation of technical assistance programs or learning collaboratives with public, private, and nonprofit partners

Communications & Coordination

• Partner with communications staff to develop outreach materials, event promotion, and program summaries
• Maintain accurate records in project management and CRM systems (e.g., Asana, Salesforce, etc.)

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in nonprofit, government, or mission-driven work related to housing, urban planning, public policy, or a related field
• Proven experience managing programs from concept to execution and evaluation
• Strong facilitation, project management, and event coordination skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of affordable housing policy, systems, and stakeholders preferred
• Ability to engage with a diverse set of partners across sectors and perspectives
• Familiarity with CRM, virtual event platforms, and project management tools
• Strategic thinker with a strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Collaborative, curious, and committed to equity and inclusion
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving work environment with competing priorities

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $55,000 - $70,000
• Housing& has a robust benefits package that includes employer-funded healthcare, life insurance, retirement, and vacation. Professional development and wellness resources also available.
• Internet and travel expenses (metro, parking) reimbursed monthly.
• A laptop, printer, mobile phone, software, and all office supplies needed for the position provided.

How to Apply

Applications on LinkedIn are welcome, but please send the following materials to cbattle@housingand.org to be considered : a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and alignment with our mission, and two writing samples. Writing samples should demonstrate your ability to communicate effectively about programs and engage stakeholders. Suitable examples include program descriptions, event communications, meeting notes, or post-event reports.

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