YWCA USA
Overview
Join to apply for the Youth Leadership Manager role at YWCA USA. YWCA Cambridge is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Position Summary
YWCA Cambridge offers two free youth programs: the Girls Only Leadership Development (GOLD) Program, which centers on girls of color, and the Gender Expansive Youth (GEY) Program, serving trans and gender non-conforming youth in middle school and high school. These programs focus on identity affirmation, leadership development, and social justice. Weekly sessions feature workshops, discussions, and interactive activities that empower youth to become confident advocates and leaders. The Youth Leadership Coordinator will lead YWCA Cambridge's GOLD program and support our organization\'s full Youth Leadership portfolio. This position is responsible for the planning, management, and operations of our GOLD program, guiding our youth participants through weekly sessions and coordinating workshops with volunteers and program partners. Essential Functions
Lead in-person GOLD sessions and support other youth programs throughout the 2025-2026 school year Adapt and develop Youth Leadership curriculum & marketing materials Recruit new participants through outreach and community events Recruit and manage guest speakers and volunteers Provide programmatic administrative support, including caregiver communication, budget preparation, written reports, and volunteer supervision Adhere to all YWCA policies and procedures Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for special events Preferred Qualifications
Passion for and commitment to YWCA Cambridge\'s mission of eliminating racism and empowering women Demonstrated work or volunteer experience and enthusiasm leading youth programs in educational or community settings Ability to build positive relationships with young people and families Demonstrated experience in curriculum design and program development Excellent verbal and written communication skills with facilitation experience Ability to work independently and as part of a team Skilled in Google Suite (Google Forms, Sheets, Docs, & Slides) and Canva Interest and knowledge of social justice principles, including racial and gender equity and LGBTQ+ rights is a plus Education, Sociology, Social Work, Women\'s Studies, and related majors are encouraged to apply YWCA Cambridge is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ethnic origin, religion, ability, and/or sexual orientation. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Candidates will be subject to a criminal records check (CORI/SORI). We are seeking a cultural addition to our team who helps us celebrate all dimensions of diversity. If you\'re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don\'t meet all the qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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Join to apply for the Youth Leadership Manager role at YWCA USA. YWCA Cambridge is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Position Summary
YWCA Cambridge offers two free youth programs: the Girls Only Leadership Development (GOLD) Program, which centers on girls of color, and the Gender Expansive Youth (GEY) Program, serving trans and gender non-conforming youth in middle school and high school. These programs focus on identity affirmation, leadership development, and social justice. Weekly sessions feature workshops, discussions, and interactive activities that empower youth to become confident advocates and leaders. The Youth Leadership Coordinator will lead YWCA Cambridge's GOLD program and support our organization\'s full Youth Leadership portfolio. This position is responsible for the planning, management, and operations of our GOLD program, guiding our youth participants through weekly sessions and coordinating workshops with volunteers and program partners. Essential Functions
Lead in-person GOLD sessions and support other youth programs throughout the 2025-2026 school year Adapt and develop Youth Leadership curriculum & marketing materials Recruit new participants through outreach and community events Recruit and manage guest speakers and volunteers Provide programmatic administrative support, including caregiver communication, budget preparation, written reports, and volunteer supervision Adhere to all YWCA policies and procedures Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for special events Preferred Qualifications
Passion for and commitment to YWCA Cambridge\'s mission of eliminating racism and empowering women Demonstrated work or volunteer experience and enthusiasm leading youth programs in educational or community settings Ability to build positive relationships with young people and families Demonstrated experience in curriculum design and program development Excellent verbal and written communication skills with facilitation experience Ability to work independently and as part of a team Skilled in Google Suite (Google Forms, Sheets, Docs, & Slides) and Canva Interest and knowledge of social justice principles, including racial and gender equity and LGBTQ+ rights is a plus Education, Sociology, Social Work, Women\'s Studies, and related majors are encouraged to apply YWCA Cambridge is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ethnic origin, religion, ability, and/or sexual orientation. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Candidates will be subject to a criminal records check (CORI/SORI). We are seeking a cultural addition to our team who helps us celebrate all dimensions of diversity. If you\'re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don\'t meet all the qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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