Programs & Administrative Manager (Part-Time)

Organization: New Orleans Pride Center
Reports to: Board of Directors / Board President
Status: Part-Time (20 hours per week)
Schedule: Can be flexible to the applicant’s schedule; some definite commitments on weeknight evenings and Saturday afternoons.
Location: On-site, New Orleans

Pay: $25/hr; 20 hrs per week

Position Summary

The New Orleans Pride Center is seeking an exceptional community member to become our first paid staff as our Programs & Administrative Manager. This position is for someone passionate about our local LGBTQ+ community and excited to help the Pride Center grow as an organization. We want to acknowledge that we are an emergent nonprofit, so our pay doesn’t truly reflect what we’re asking for. We hope to grow this position into a full-time role over time and hire additional staff, but we do not know how long it will take to make those additions. In the meantime, the person stepping into this role will have a lot of support from a dedicated (and talented) board of directors.

The New Orleans Pride Center Programs & Administrative Manager plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations, programs, and communications of the New Orleans Pride Center. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, community-oriented, and passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and families. The Programs & Admin Manager serves as a welcoming presence in the Center, running weekly and monthly programs, coordinating the Center’s communications, and ensuring community members are connected to resources and support.

This role requires availability during late afternoon/early evening weekday hours and on Saturdays to align with program delivery and community access needs. Outside of programming commitments, there is significant flexibility with the schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Programs Support

• Lead all core Pride Center programs, including planning, scheduling, room setup, materials, facilitation, and cleanup
• Support volunteer engagement, including communication, coordination, and on-site assistance
• Coordinate the use of the Pride Center by other community groups
• Support special projects, such as community needs surveys and data collection initiatives
• Assist with event production, including coordination, setup, execution, and breakdown

Communications & Community Engagement

• Manage and update the Pride Center’s social media channels in alignment with organizational messaging and values
• Draft, produce, and distribute monthly newsletters
• Help prepare correspondence and outreach materials that support fundraising and donor engagement efforts
• Serve as a liaison to community partners, fostering collaboration and coordination
• Represent the Pride Center at tabling events, outreach activities, and community gatherings
• Provide resource referrals to LGBTQ+ community members and allies seeking support and services
• Host drop-in hours, serving as a welcoming, affirming, and knowledgeable point of contact at the Center
• Provide routine monthly reports to the Board of Directors

Administrative & Operational Support

• Manage accurate and timely data entry across organizational systems, including donor, volunteer, and program records
• Produce and send donor acknowledgements on a monthly basis, ensuring accurate and timely stewardship
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming Pride Center facility, including shared office and program spaces
• Manage incoming and outgoing communications via email, phone, and website contact forms
• Track program participation and organizational impact for use in newsletters, reports, and funder communications
• Track expenses against approved budgets and support financial reporting as needed

Qualifications

• Commitment to serving and welcoming New Orleans’ diverse LGBTQ+ communities
• Demonstrated experience in administrative, nonprofit, programs, or communications support roles
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort using Google Docs, email platforms (Mailchimp), and social media tools
• Experience working with volunteers and community members
• Excellence at self-management

Things that aren’t needed, but would be great

• Any LGBTQ+ related public health or social work experience
• Experience working with youth in a programmatic setting
• Valid Driver’s License with regular access to a car

Schedule & Physical Requirements

• Availability for approximately 20 hours per week
• Required availability during late afternoon/early evening hours (currently Tuesdays) and Saturdays
• Ability to lift and move light program or event materials as needed (up to 50 lbs)

Equal Opportunity Statement

The New Orleans Pride Center is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from LGBTQ+ individuals, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of other historically marginalized communities.

How to Apply

To apply for this position send a cover letter and resume to info@nolapridecenter.org.

We want your cover letter to share more about who you are and your passions for this work. Please, DO NOT USE AI on your cover letter. You cover letter should specifically address the following questions:

• Why are you passionate about serving the LGBTQ+ community?
• What is one story that demonstrates your commitment to this work?
• What is your vision for your work in this role and how it can advance the work of the New Orleans Pride Center?
• What are your top three skills that make you a good fit for this role?