Program Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY

The SoLa Foundation is an exceptionally unique place to contribute creativity and an entrepreneurial spirit, and create transformational impact on thousands of young lives. The Social Impact Program Coordinator must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and be mission-driven, results-driven, and community-oriented. The Social Impact Program Coordinator will be able to exercise good judgment in various situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. This high-impact position will involve shaping the educational experience of The SoLa Foundation’s students, communicating with them regularly, and ensuring successful outcomes of programming that create pathways to building generational wealth. This role will inspire and uplift the next generation of young professionals.

PAY RATE: $25.00-$34.00 AN HOUIR

IN-OFFICE: M-F TYPICAL BUSINESS HOURS

LOCATION: 90001

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The SoLa Foundation ( video ), is the nonprofit affiliate of SoLa Impact , and is built on a simple premise: If you can see it, you can be it. Our marquee projects are the SoLa College Scholarship Program and the SoLa Technology and Entrepreneurship Center .

SoLa is currently developing its second tech center in Leimert Park in partnership with Live Nation (opening Q2 2026). The Tech Centers work to train and inspire the next generation of tech and entertainment professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders from South LA. The center offers programs in four career pathways:

1) Technology; 2) Entrepreneurship; 3) Arts, Media and Entertainment; 4) Esports and Video Game Design and Production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Support planning, coordination, and quality assurance across programs, events, field trips, workshops, and activities
• Manage program-related email communications and reminders for students and families, ensuring timely, clear, and consistent messaging.
• Serve as a point of contact for families regarding schedules, program updates, and participation requirements.
• Coordinate class schedules, room assignments, and instructional materials to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Collaborate with instructors and internal teams to ensure program readiness and alignment with learning goals.
• Maintain and improve systems track participation, attendance, progress,, incentives, penalties, eligibility, etc.
• Serves as the primary contact with participants and select partners to coordinate all program activities, communications, and logistics
• Creates program applications, recruitment materials, and conducts applicant interviews
• Manage participant sign-ups and agreements: savings agreements, consent forms, withdrawal rules
• Manage volunteer and partner agreements and ensure appropriate participation
• Manage participant access to curriculum, including asynchronous content, and monitor completion.
• Create surveys, collect data, and synthesize qualitative and quantitative data into clear, actionable insights to inform leadership decision-making.
• Produce quarterly and annual reports that summarize program participation, student growth, and community impact for internal stakeholders, funders, and partners.
• Manage regular communications with program alumni
• Hold participants accountable and work closely with the Success team to enforce accountability when necessary
• Proactively work with Assoc. Director of Social Impact to seek out partnership and funding opportunities for all relevant programs
• Lead coordination of Summer Camp programming, including scheduling, enrollment logistics, staffing support, materials preparation, and daily operations.
• Ensure summer programs meet enrollment targets, safety standards, and instructional quality expectations.
• Provide exceptional admin support to the Foundation Management Team on relevant programs
• Collaborate with the Social Impact team on projects and events, and proactively contribute where needed
• Complete other tasks and projects as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred;
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a project management, coordinator, or administrative position at a non-profit, academic institution, or in a corporate environment;
• Experience with social impact and public good program development or campaigns preferred;
• Experience working with youth and young adults in an afterschool program environment;
• Spanish-speaking is strongly preferred.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills;
• Mastery in program coordination scheduling, notetaking,
• Knowledge of budgeting, bookkeeping, and reporting
• Ability to interact with a broad spectrum of constituencies, including donors, community leaders, nonprofit/education representatives, Foundation board members, staff members, volunteers and scholarship recipients;
• Ability to build and steward relationships with people from diverse backgrounds;
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced, demanding environment;
• Well-developed time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities;
• Ability to present information in a concise and easily understood manner;
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment;
• Organized, proactive/self-starter, creative, detail-oriented, and critical thinking skills required;
• Well-developed time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities;
• Proficient in Excel; working knowledge of Microsoft Office;
• Experience with CRM and data management.

Benefits

The SoLa Foundation offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as pet insurance, sick leave, 10 paid holidays, and bereavement days. This package is designed to provide employees with a range of important benefits that help to support their physical and emotional well-being, while also providing financial protection and peace of mind.

At The SoLa Foundation, we believe work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering a new job. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. We foster a family-friendly and supportive workplace, collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, and accountability. We are looking to bring someone on board as soon as possible. We provide a rewarding and challenging environment. We expect a lot, but give a lot in return. Strongly prefer candidates local to Los Angeles as no relocation assistance will be provided. All qualified candidates will be contacted directly.

The SoLa Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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