Program Manager, Chilkat Valley
Anchorage, AK - USA
Job Summary
Position title: CVCF Program Manager
Works with: Chilkat Valley Community Foundation
Reports to: Director of Affiliates at the Alaska Community Foundation
Position type: Part-time average 12 hours per week/52 hours per month non-exempt
ABOUT US
The Alaska Community Foundation (the Foundation) is a statewide nonprofit public foundation with a mission of inspiring the spirit of giving and connecting people organizations and causes to strengthen Alaskas communities now and forever. To learn more about us visit our website: .
ABOUT THE AFFILIATE PROGRAM
The Chilkat Valley Community Foundation (CVCF) is one of twelve local geographic-based community foundations in our Affiliate program. To learn more about CVCF and the Affiliate program visit our website: Summary
The Program Manager lives in the Chilkat Valley and works with the Chilkat Valley Community Foundation (CVCF) by providing administrative and strategic support to the CVCF Advisory Board. The weekly schedule can range from between 7 to 20 hours per week with an average of 12 hours per week annually. This position works on projects including operations marketing and communications events and strategic initiatives. This position works primarily out of the Chilkat Valley Community Foundation office with some work activities conducted from home. A work laptop is provided.
YOUR IMPACT
Provide support for the CVCF Advisory Board and committees by coordinating the planning of annual operations and monthly meetings (scheduling compiling/sending board packets purchasing supplies preparation of materials for mailings assisting officers and committee chairs with tasks as needed etc.)
Assist in maintaining donor database processing donations and tracking expenses.
Attend all CVCF Advisory Board meetings (4:00 PM to 6:00 PM one Monday each month).
Maintain CVCF office hours two days per week with a minimum of 2 to 4 hours each day.
Partner with the CVCF Advisory Board and Committee Chairs in the planning and execution of local events such as nonprofit trainings donor appreciation event grant awards event and other events as needed (scheduling location invitation catering etc.).
Create Affiliate marketing and communications needs (newsletters thank you cards PowerPoint presentations printing photo catalogue etc.).
Manage Affiliate website and social media platforms.
Support CVCF Advisory Boards donor relations stewardship activities and initiatives.
Lead annual grant program activities including assisting grantees with applications and grant reports with support from ACF; provide support for Grant Co-Chairs as needed.
Participate in an annual Affiliate Convening and other training opportunities provided by the Foundation including monthly Program Manager team and statewide Affiliate Committee meetings via Zoom.
WHAT YOU BRING
Your passion for the Chilkat Valley communities its people and their interests.
Your integrity good judgement and professionalism.
Your strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Your excellent communication skills.
Your ability to work with a diverse team.
Your talent for working independently and taking initiative when appropriate.
Your ability and eagerness to work as part of the Affiliate Program and greater Foundation team.
Position Qualifications
A minimum of two (2) years of administrative or organizational support experience.
Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office products (Outlook PowerPoint Excel Word SharePoint OneDrive etc.) and any experience with WordPress Canva and grant or customer service management systems.
Experience creating and writing marketing and communications materials.
Knowledge of or experience in managing social media and websites.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Knowledge of or experience in the nonprofit and/or foundation field a plus.
COMPENSATION
This position pays $27.51 per hour.
1 hour paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked; workers compensation.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Position starts June 1 2026.
Applications for the Chilkat Valley Community Foundation Program Manager will be accepted until the position is filled.
Applications must include a cover letter resume and three professional references.
The Alaska Community Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes a diverse pool of applicants.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & Accessibility
We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. The physical sensory and environmental requirements described here represent the general nature of the role and are not intended to exclude individuals who can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
This role may involve a combination of desk-based and active work in a professional office or field environment. The position requires the ability to effectively engage in communication operate standard office technology or job-related equipment and perform the core responsibilities of the role.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
About Company
Our MissonInspiring the Spirit of Giving and Connecting People, Organizations, and Causes to Strengthen Alaska's Communities Now and Forever. GIVE TO A