American Hotel & Lodging Association

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Position Summary The AHLA Foundation seeks a passionate and experienced Program Manager to support its highly visible No Room for Trafficking (NRFT) initiative aimed at driving forward the hotel industry’s continued efforts to stop human trafficking. This role will report to the Vice President and be responsible for overall support and implementation of NRFT activities, with extensive relationship management of partners, grantees and industry members. The successful candidate will be able to support the initiative’s strategic goals with targeted program activities that can be measured effectively for both reach and impact. Responsibilities: Timely execution of deliverables in support of industry-wide training, outreach and education efforts including, but not limited to: Support of virtual and in-person meetings of industry members Management of training and event requests Collaboration and coordination of special events with related NRFT content Collaborate actively across the enterprise to ensure NRFT inclusion in Committee meetings, membership events, executive meetings, etc. Support the creation of relevant program marketing materials including those in coordination with Communications team and external vendors as needed Regularly source both outcome-centered data and qualitative insights to convey impact of NRFT, and manage effective integration of such to support effective fundraising, marketing, and communications Track program strategic goals of all NRFT-related activities to ensure holistic view of enterprise work to prevent human trafficking Manage NRFT Survivor Fund grantmaking process, from announcement through awards, followed by compliance and reporting cycles, to ensure timely and accurate completion of agreed-upon deliverables Continue to integrate engagement of lived experience experts in NRFT-related activities and projects Actively collaborate with fundraising/development team to identify and support sustainable funding streams for both NRFT programs and the NRFT Survivor Fund, including via individual contributions, grants, and other revenue opportunities Serve as organizational representative at relevant internal/external meetings and events as designated by executive leadership Regularly research trends and activities in the anti-trafficking field to inform program development and strategic planning efforts Maintain accurate and relevant information conveyed via organizational website, social media channels and collateral materials Compile monthly program progress report for Foundation Leadership team to align with key performance indicators and strategic goals Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree or related experience 3-5 years of experience in non-profit and/or community-based programming, including working directly with underserved populations Professional and/or volunteer experience in the anti-trafficking field preferred. Proven project management experience across internal and external stakeholder groups Literacy in core program monitoring and evaluation principles and tactics Skills and Attributes Experienced computer and software knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), project management tools (Asana preferred) and CRMs (Salesforce preferred). Basic design proficiency via Canva, Adobe or other software Dynamic problem-solving skills including the ability to effectively source, analyze and report on data to inform decision making Positive attitude and willingness to be flexible to adapt to changing needs with entrepreneurial mindset Proven communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to clearly articulate program impact and outcomes to connect with participants, stakeholders and funders Excellent relationship management skills with strong customer service ethic Thrives working in a fun and fast-paced environment and an ability to work both independently and collaboratively across the organization, while maintaining attention to detail and “managing up” effectively. Able to work under pressure, meeting project and reporting deadlines Strong strategic thinking skills with an ability to identify challenges and opportunities alongside recommendations for program development, enhancement or reconfiguration to meet participant, funder and industry needs Ability to travel (minimal to moderate). Other: Hybrid position (three days in office) based in downtown Washington, DC. Minimal domestic travel is required. Target salary range for this position is between $70,000 - $80,000 annually AHLA is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.