Program & Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

About Horizons Savannah
Horizons Savannah is an affiliate of Horizons National, dedicated to addressing the
achievement and opportunity gaps facing under-resourced students in the Savannah area. At
the heart of our work is an exemplary summer academic program serving students from
kindergarten through 12th grade, offering instruction in reading, math, and science - paired
with swimming lessons, field trips, and enrichment.

Our year-round programming includes tutoring, family events, student recruitment, and
enrichment activities that extend our impact beyond the summer months. Our mission is to
partner with youth, their families, and the community to enrich the lives of students with the joy
of learning, the skills for success, and the inspiration to realize their dreams.

As a small and dedicated two-person staff, every team member plays a critical role in making
that mission possible. This means all staff wear many hats, pitch in wherever needed, and bring
a deep sense of ownership and care to everything they do.

Position Overview
Horizons Savannah is seeking a highly organized, mission-aligned Operations & Program
Manager to serve as the operational and programmatic backbone of our organization. This role
is responsible for keeping the administrative, financial, and logistical functions of the
organization running smoothly while also playing a hands-on leadership role in the planning,
execution, and continuous improvement of our summer academic program and year-round
initiatives.

This is not a behind-the-desk-only position. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable
managing spreadsheets and vendor relationships as they are building trust with teachers in the
summer program, troubleshooting day-of logistics at a field trip, or representing Horizons
Savannah at a community event. The role demands flexibility, initiative, and a genuine love for
working in a youth-serving environment.

The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who communicates with warmth and
professionalism, thrives in a dynamic small-nonprofit environment, and finds deep meaning in
supporting work that positively impacts the lives of children and families.

Key day to day responsibilities include duties in the areas of:

• Administrative and Office Operations
• Financial Management
• Human Resources & Staffing
• Summer Program Leadership
• Academic Year Programming
• Grant Reporting & Compliance
• Data Entry & Reporting
• Community Presence & Organizational Culture

Qualifications
Required
• 2+ years of experience in office administration, operations, program coordination, or a
closely related role
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines,
and competing demands
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to correspond
professionally with families, funders, faculty, and community partners
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace and comfort learning new
platforms and databases
• Comfort working in the field and in community settings - including school campuses,
outdoor environments, and off-site program locations
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in all areas of work
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and exercise sound judgment in a small-
team environment
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel between program sites

Preferred
• Experience in a non-profit, education, youth development, or human services setting
• Familiarity with bookkeeping software (e.g., QuickBooks) or student/donor management
databases
• Experience supporting grant reporting or funder compliance
• Experience with curriculum planning, instructional support, or academic program
management

• Bachelors degree in business administration, nonprofit management, education, or a
related field
• Genuine passion for educational equity, youth development, and supporting under-
resourced youth and families

A background check and reference check is required for this position.