Program Coordinator

Job Title: Program Coordinator

Reports To: Program Officer

Hours: Full Time (40 hours per week)

Salary: Range from $47,840.00 - $56,160.00 per year

Location: In-person, Columbus, Ohio

About the Role

The Program Coordinator plays a vital leadership role within the Ohio Hispanic Coalition (OHCO). This position manages and enhances programs that empower Latino and Hispanic communities through advocacy, education, training, and access to quality services.

Programs include Niños en Acción (Children in Action) Afterschool Program and Summer Enrichment Camp, Soy Latina (I am Latina) Victim Services, Juventud en Acción (Youth in Action) Youth Leadership, Latino Career Development, and more. The Program Coordinator ensures that all programming is culturally relevant, linguistically accessible, and aligned with OHCO’s vision of creating promoting the general awareness, including social, educational and economic advancement of Ohio’s Latino population.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Management

• Lead day-to-day operations of programs, ensuring quality, compliance, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate program staff, interns, and volunteers to foster professional growth and accountability.
• Conduct regular site visits, program evaluations, and performance reviews.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with businesses, organizations, and community leaders to enhance impact.

Program Development & Reporting

• Research, design, and implement innovative programming responsive to community needs.
• Collect and analyze program data to measure outcomes and inform continuous improvement.
• Prepare and submit timely programmatic and fiscal reports to funders and agency leadership.
• Assist with grant writing and resource development to sustain and expand programs.

Community Engagement & Outreach

• Coordinate and facilitate community events, workshops, and presentations that promote program goals and agency mission.
• Develop culturally appropriate marketing materials and outreach campaigns.
• Represent OHCO at community coalitions, advisory boards, and stakeholder meetings.

Fiscal & Administrative Oversight

• Manage department budgets, purchase orders, and financial documentation in accordance with agency policy.
• Review and verify staff timesheets, mileage logs, and expenditures.
• Maintain accurate records and inventories for equipment and supplies.
• And other duties, as necessary.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish (spoken and written).
• Knowledge and understanding of Latino/Hispanic culture and community needs.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in management or program coordination.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation (local travel required).
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends, as necessary.
• Willingness to travel around the United States for work-related trainings.

Desired:

• Bachelor’s degree in Program Management or a related field.
• Experience supervising staff or volunteers.
• Experience with project and program development
• Experience in education, workforce development, health, or social services programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, data entry systems, and virtual collaboration tools.
• Experience in fast-paced environments and works well under pressure.
• Ability to be well organized and multitask several projects at a time effectively.
• Ability to provide effective and timely communication.
• Capacity to be a visionary and carry out mission-driven goals and projects.

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to remain stationary up to 90% of the time and occasionally lift materials weighing up to 50 lbs.

Why Join OHCO?

OHCO values our team members and offers a supportive, mission-driven environment that encourages growth, innovation, and work-life balance.

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid sick leave
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid mental health and professional development days
• Flexible scheduling and occasional remote work opportunities
• 35% health insurance reimbursement
• 401(k) with employer match
• Ongoing local and national training opportunities and paid travel
• Meaningful work that directly impacts Latino families and communities across Ohio

About the Ohio Hispanic Coalition

The Ohio Hispanic Coalition (OHCO) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the wellbeing and quality of life of Latinos through advocacy, education, training, and access to quality services. We are proud to serve as a voice and resource for Ohio’s Latino community.

OHCO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.