Director of Programs, Doughboy Foundation 

Job Description 

The Doughboy Foundation’s mission is to educate the public about the American experience in WWI.  We do this through our school-based education programs, our performance series and by sounding Daily Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, DC. The Doughboy Foundation, a 501c3  organization, serves as Stewards of the National WWI Memorial, which opened in the fall of 2024.  The Foundation has strategic partnerships with other groups such as the Military Honors &  Remembrance Program for the Hello Girls and the Doughboy Missing in Action Project.  

The Doughboy Foundation is seeking a Director of Programs to oversee the evaluation, strategic  planning and implementation of our programs and special events, ensuring they align with our  mission. The Director of Programs will manage our ongoing programs, expand our education  programs and create campaigns and related programs for milestones, such as the 110th anniversary  of the end of WWI.  

Our culture is based on a commitment to the Foundation’s mission, respect for each other,  teamwork, open communication, collaboration, learning, innovation and a family-first approach.  

Core Responsibilities 

• Strategic Leadership: Develop, implement, and monitor program strategies, goals and  objectives that align with the Foundation’s mission.
• Program Implementation & Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations and  quality control of our programs to include our Summer Concert Series, Annual  Symposium, Bells of Peace Program and others ensuring they are completed on time and  within budget. Other programs include our American Expeditionary Band, “A Story of a  Rose: A Musical Reverie on the Great War” and the Harlem Hellfighters.
• Team Leadership & Development: Recruit, hire, train, and supervise program staff, as needed, providing regular feedback, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
• Budgeting & Grant Management: Develop and manage program budgets, monitor  expenses, and work with our Director of Development as they identify, apply for, and  execute program grants.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting: Serve as the primary liaison with community  partners, program donors, and leadership to communicate program impact and progress.
• Evaluation: Monitor program performance using data analysis to measure outcomes and  ensure objectives are being met. 

Key Skills and Qualifications 

• Leadership: Ability to lead teams, manage, and mentor full and part-time staff and  volunteers.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for reporting,  presentations, and stakeholder management.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and budgets  simultaneously.
• Strategic Thinking: Analytical skills to evaluate program effectiveness and drive  improvements.
• Relationship Building: Ability to build and maintain partnerships with partner and  community organizations and funders.
• Interest in History: Inherit interest in history and desire to approach content from a living  history perspective.
• Setting Goals: Proficiency in setting goals and evaluating and communicating success. 
• Data: Ability to understand, extract and analyze date for effective program management,  reporting and tracking.
• Planning & Organizational Skills: Exceptional planning and organizational skills; results  and detail oriented with the ability to set and meet deadlines. Ability to construct,  articulate, implement and evaluation written program plans and budgets.
• Partnerships: Ability to build long-term relationships with partners and key stakeholders.
• CRMs: Strong skills with CRM, MS Office Suite, project management software and  working in a Google platform.
• Networking: Energetic and skilled networker who enjoys community engagement,  attending events and participating in activities to position the Foundation for success.
• Diversity: Commitment to diversity and a history of working effectively with people of all  economic status, ethnicities, genders, educational levels and sexual orientations.  

Other Key Skills 

• Strategic mindset 
• Ability to multitask 
• Self-starter 
• Problem-solving  
• Interpersonal skills 
• Event management  
• Creative/out-of-the-box thinking  
• Willingness to travel as needed 

Education & Experience 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or experience in a relevant field 
• Experience: Minimum seven years of experience in program development and program  and event management; experience with history related organizations a plus.   
• Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certifications can be  beneficial but are not required. 

Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses  standard office equipment and technology, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing  cabinets and fax.  

Classification, Location & Expected Hours of Work:  

• Exempt 
• Hybrid: successful candidate needs to be based in the greater Washington region
• Full-time position with occasional evening and weekend hours as necessary in  connection with Foundation events and activities 

 Benefits: 

• Health insurance 
• Sick leave 
• Personal time off  
• 11 Federal holidays plus the day after Thanksgiving  

Salary: starting at $95,000, actual salary will be based on experience 

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of  activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Director of Programs.  

The Doughboy Foundation is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and  welcoming community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and beyond. All  applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race or ethnicity, color,  religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, living  with disabilities, generation, socioeconomic class or veteran status. Candidates from  underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. 

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