Manager, Field Implementation Team

About JFF

Jobs for the Future (JFF) drives transformation of the U.S. education and workforce systems to achieve economic advancement for all. Seeing that millions of people are unfairly shut out of quality jobs and the chance for a better life our goal is to align education workforce and employment changemakers toward a shared North Star: By 2033 75 million people facing systemic barriers to advancement will work in quality jobs.

To achieve that goal we design solutions scale best practices influence policy and action and invest in innovation. With a staff of more than 200 people across the country working remotely and in offices in Boston (headquarters) Washington DC and Oakland California we operate at the national state and local levels forging deep partnerships with employers investors entrepreneurs policymakers and education and workforce development providers to break down barriers and reimagine whats possible.

Were on a path of ongoing growth and expanding impact. We have an operating budget of $105 million and were funded by dozens of leading government agencies foundations and corporations. Learn more about JFF and join us as we build a future that worksfor everyone.

Equal Employment Opportunity at JFF

Inclusion belonging and well-being are core to JFFs North Star and mission and we seek to invest in and learn from those who represent the communities we serve as it is important to the success of our work and the engagement of our staff members. We aim to cultivate a culture that centers the overall care well-being and success of the employee through flexible work hours balanced workloads professional development and career advancement opportunities for all.

JFF is a fair chance employer and in alignment to our North Star we hire based on qualifications and experience and we are committed to fair opportunity for all qualified candidates including those without a 4-year degree or formally incarnated individuals.

About the Position

A part of JFFs Solutions Design and Delivery unit the Field Implementation Team (FIT) plays a central role in advancing JFFs mission by applying capabilities expertise and talent to implement field-facing programs initiatives and strategic solutions. As the largest functional team at JFF the Field Implementation Team is comprised of key project personnel who design and deliver technical assistance coaching asset mapping community of practice facilitation design of convenings or events and other key lines of service. FIT members may be largely dedicated to projects and programs sponsored or led by a specific Center or Practice.

As a Manager on the Field Implementation Team you will be assigned to specific portfolios of project work across JFF based on the organizations evolving needs and staff members skillsets and interests. Managers at JFF are seen as collaborative project managers who excel at utilizing their project management stakeholder engagement and communication skills to impact mission-critical bodies of work. Whether supporting logistics of convenings of external partners or taking a deep dive project management you will play a key role in designing strengthening and scaling solutions that create fair conditions and clear paths to economic advancement for all.

In this role you will be integral to driving communication efficiency and best practices across the team while ensuring that project and operational goals are met. This role is ideal for an organizedindividual with strong project management and collaboration skills who is eager to make a positive impact towards JFFs North Star goals. The ideal candidate brings prior experience or deep understanding of the education and post-secondary sectors.

This position is a full-time exempt benefits-eligible fixed-term position with an end-date of Sept 30 2027.

What youll do

Deliver impactful results through effective project management:

• Provide project support to the team including scheduling meetings crafting and distributing meeting agendas materials notes and minutes
• Partner with project leaders to accomplish project goals by monitoring and evaluating project plans tasks resources deadlines and any post-project needs
• Conduct primary and secondary research to identify and analyze best practices and learnings from various projects
• Develop and maintain broad knowledge about the work of the team to ensure project deadlines and deliverables are supported

Foster collaboration across teams to support project execution:

• Build and maintain effective relationships across teams and with internal and external project partners to support ongoing collaboration
• Ensure informative and timely follow-up with partners coordinating across project teams and drawing in appropriate staff as necessary
• Participate in planning and facilitating meetings and events across the team
• Collaborate with stakeholders externally and across JFF engaging in peer-learning meetings technical assistance workshops site visits or program/policy research meetings

Contribute to a learning culture through knowledge management and information sharing across teams:

• Document engagements services challenges and results to support ongoing strategies and drive continuous improvement
• Prepare project related correspondence including memos reports and presentations; document and summarize key points addressed at conferences events and meetings to support information sharing
• Capture and share information on identified needs and strategies implemented throughout project lifecycles

Who You Are

• You have experience organizing bodies of work for your team to support your organizations strategic goals and priorities preferably within the education and post-secondary space; Experience in workforce economic development and/or other social impact settings welcomed as well (New hires at the Manager level at JFF typically bring 3-5 years of prior professional experience through a combination of full-time part-time internship and/or freelance positions)
• You are a strong project manager and take ownership of your projects by keeping yourself and others focused and accountable to the work deadlines and intended outcomes
• You have experience developing effective relationships with your colleagues and external stakeholders in order to collaborate successfully on projects including people whose identities and backgrounds differ from your own
• You know how to use your good judgment clear analytical thinking and strong decision-making skills to independently manage your day-to-day work
• You seek out opportunities to find new ways of doing things make meaningful contributions and support your team and organizations mission
• You are eager to take advantage of professional development and other learning opportunities to grow your subject matter expertise and develop new more effective ways of working with colleagues and stakeholders
• You demonstrate awareness of your performance impact and of those around you with respect to the cultural context of your organization
• You possess high energy and passion for JFFs mission and North Star and the ability to apply JFFs core values to all areas of your work
• You are energized by stewarding JFFs inclusion belonging and well-being values and practices within your day-to-day work including embracing and celebrating the differences that each individual brings to JFF
• You value building positive and collaborative relationships with others including people whose identities and backgrounds differ from your own

What We Offer

At JFF were fueled by the desire to create a world where everyone has equal opportunity for economic advancement. Our team works hard to push the boundaries of what is possible and in return we provide a gratifying work experience competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program designed to support employees wherever they are in their lives and careers.

Our benefits program includes medical dental and vision insurance; retirement benefits through a 403(b) plan including employer contributions for eligible employees; paid time off and paid leave benefits; and professional development opportunities.

JFF has offices in Boston Oakland and Washington DC; employees mostly work completely remote but are welcome to use JFF office space to work in-person or addition new employees receive office equipment as needed.

The hiring range for this role is $68000 - $85000 annually in alignment to JFFs senior manager salary band and our compensation philosophy. Starting salaries for new hires will be determined based on a combination of the new hires relevant experience and market demands.

To apply:

As part of your application please include your resume and a thoughtful response to the first question as it appears on the application.

We are accepting applications through November 13th 2026. Applications submitted by that date will be reviewed and candidates will receive updates on their candidacy by the week of November 23 2026.

At JFF were also committed to accessibility and want to ensure that everyone including people with disabilities can fully access and engage with our application and hiring process. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability and/or have specific access/accommodation needs in order to fully participate in our hiring process please contact us at .

Positions at JFF are not eligible for employer-visa sponsorship or open to F-1 student visa holders.