Program Manager

Who We Are

FreeRent.org is a growing nonprofit with a mission to provide rental assistance and wraparound services that help families achieve long-term financial stability. We envision communities where hardworking people are given the opportunity for long-term success and the power to build generational wealth. We focus on supporting hardworking families facing an unexpected crisis by offering a hand-up that meets their current needs, builds financial security, and empowers their future.

About This Role

We are seeking a Program Manager to lead the implementation and growth of our FreeRent Grant, Financial Stability Program, and other related programming for hardworking families in our community. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional looking to take the next step in their career, with the chance to scale a program, innovate, and grow impact, while directly working with and supporting families in achieving long-term financial stability. Based in Atlanta, this role will have a direct connection to local families while also helping grow our programs nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

Program Development & Management

• Lead execution of the FreeRent Grant and Financial Stability Program, ensuring smooth operations, accurate disbursements, and outcome tracking.
• Develop and manage financial education programming, including workshops, events, and community-based initiatives.
• Coordinate volunteers, community partners, and external resources (financial coaches, presenters, referral partners).
• Create scalable resources for both in-person and digital delivery.

Family Engagement & Resource Navigation

• Manage a caseload of families, with potential to grow as programs expand.
• Conduct intakes, co-develop action plans, and provide ongoing support through quarterly check-ins.
• Ensure participants maximize rental assistance and wraparound services to achieve financial stability.
• Build trusted relationships with families, oversee referrals, and foster an alumni network for ongoing engagement.

Strategic Thinking and Scaling

• Shape and expand FreeRent.org programs for scalability and broader impact.
• Make thoughtful, proactive decisions, even in times of ambiguity, to keep programs advancing.
• Continuously learn and incorporate best practices in financial empowerment.

Leadership and Growth

• Track and report program outcomes and impact in real-time, while analyzing data to inform continuous program improvements.

• ​​​​​​​ Partner with leadership to identify opportunities to scale reach and effectiveness.

• Provide leadership with the potential to grow and manage more as the organization scales.

• ​​​​​​​ Thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where innovation, initiative, and creative thinking are integral to the culture.

Ideal Candidate

• 5–7 years of professional experience, with a background in program management.

• Deep interest in financial empowerment, housing stability, and family economic mobility. To us, financial empowerment means teaching families how to budget, build credit, invest, and set themselves up for long-term financial success. Deep financial expertise is not needed, but a passion for this kind of work is!

• Strong relationship-building skills and experience managing volunteers, partners, or staff.

Why Join FreeRent.org?

At FreeRent.org, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on families striving for financial stability. Since our founding, Freeent.Org has helped over 300 individuals across more than 100 families. As a full-time Program Manager, you’ll be a key player in shaping and growing our model, helping us reach more communities while ensuring each family receives the highest quality of care. Join us in building an organization and a future centered on equity, opportunity, and impact.