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Associate Director, Workforce Programs

Job Summary:

Tech:NYC is an engaged network of tech leaders working to foster a dynamic, diverse, and creative New York. We bring together principled New Yorkers to support a successful technology ecosystem, attract and retain top-tier talent, and expand access to opportunity across the city’s tech economy.

Tech:NYC works closely with employers, educators, workforce organizations, and government partners to strengthen New York City’s tech workforce and talent pipeline — with a focus on scalable, employer-informed programs that expand access to high-quality tech careers.

Overview:

Tech:NYC is seeking an experienced and strategic Associate Director, Workforce Programs to administer, operate, and strategically evolve our workforce development portfolio at the intersection of education, technology, and economic opportunity in New York City.

This role will be responsible for owning the design, execution, and continuous improvement of Tech:NYC’s workforce initiatives. The Associate Director will oversee employer-facing programs, manage complex cross-sector partnerships, and represent Tech:NYC with credibility in high-level settings - including meetings with government agencies, public-sector leaders, philanthropic partners, and senior executives at leading tech companies.

The ideal candidate is both a strong operator and a strategic thinker: someone who can run programs with rigor and precision while also identifying opportunities to strengthen, expand, and modernize Tech:NYC’s workforce offerings in response to employer needs, policy priorities, and shifts in the tech labor market.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape workforce programs alongside industry leaders and public-sector partners influencing the future of tech talent in New York City.

Key Responsibilities:

Workforce Program Leadership & Strategy:

  • Provide ownership of Tech:NYC’s workforce development portfolio, including programs such as:

    • Computer Science Opportunity Fair

    • FutureReady NYC

    • NYC Startup Internship Program

    • Apprenticeship and employer partnership initiatives

  • Personally execute end-to-end program delivery while also identifying opportunities to enhance program design, scale impact, and align offerings with employer demand and public-sector priorities.

  • Partner with internal leadership to assess program performance, surface insights, and recommend strategic improvements or new initiatives.

  • Develop and maintain program frameworks, playbooks, and operating models that support consistency, quality, and growth.

Government, Employer & Partner Engagement:

  • Build and manage long-term relationships with employers, schools, and nonprofit partners to support program success and pipeline development.

  • Serve as a representative of Tech:NYC with external stakeholders, including city and state agencies, workforce nonprofits, educators, funders, and employer partners.

  • Participate in meetings and briefings with government officials and public-sector leaders, representing Tech:NYC’s workforce strategy and programs with confidence and clarity.

  • Coordinate employer recruitment, onboarding, and sustained engagement across workforce initiatives.

Workforce Training, Facilitation & Convenings:

  • Facilitate high-impact workforce- and educator-facing sessions, convenings, and events, including engagements with:

    • The largest public school system in the country

    • The largest urban university system in the U.S.

    • Leading technology employers and startups

  • Deliver and adapt curricula and session materials for diverse audiences, ensuring relevance, accessibility, and strong participant engagement.

  • Oversee session logistics, facilitation quality, and follow-up, setting a high bar for participant experience.

Operations, Reporting & Risk Management:

  • Manage relationships with funders, programmatic partners, and companies. 

  • Oversee program timelines, milestones, deliverables, and partner coordination across multiple concurrent initiatives.

  • Track key deadlines and requirements tied to grants, contracts, and public-sector partnerships.

  • Monitor program outputs and outcomes in collaboration with internal teams, supporting reporting, compliance, and funder communications.

  • Identify operational risks, capacity constraints, or delivery challenges early and proactively propose solutions or escalation paths.

Candidate Profile:

  • 7–10+ years of experience in workforce development, education programs, nonprofit leadership, public-sector initiatives, or complex program management.

  • Demonstrated experience managing and scaling multi-stakeholder programs involving employers, educators, nonprofits, and government entities.

  • Comfort and credibility engaging with senior external stakeholders, including government officials, funders, and executive-level partners.

  • Strong facilitation experience, including leading workshops, trainings, or convenings with diverse audiences.

  • Proven ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

  • Excellent project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.

  • Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills.

  • A proactive, solutions-oriented leader who thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.

Salary Range & Benefits:

The target range of base salary in this role is $125,000-145,000. In addition to base salary, Tech:NYC considers other key components as part of total compensation, including annual holiday and benefits. Actual base compensation is influenced by a wide array of candidate factors, such as skill set and level of experience. 

Tech:NYC provides a generous benefits package including excellent coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance premiums; paid parental leave; time off including vacation, holidays, and sick time; and reimbursement for cellular service.

Additional Requirements:

Tech:NYC currently operates under an in-person office environment Monday through Thursday, with Friday being reserved for at-home flexible work. 

Tech:NYC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any protected category. 

To apply: Please send a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and a resume to careers@technyc.org. Reference “Assoc. Director, Workforce Programs” in the subject line.


Job Summary:

Tech:NYC is an engaged network of tech leaders working to foster a dynamic, diverse, and creative New York. We bring together principled New Yorkers to support a successful technology ecosystem, attract and retain top-tier talent, and celebrate New York and the companies that call it home. 

Leveraging our network, Tech:NYC advocates for policies that support the growth of technology companies and technology talent in NYC; promote inclusion and diversity; and create access for all New Yorkers to connectivity, tools, and training. We represent the city’s fast-growing, entrepreneurial high-tech industry with government, civic institutions, business and public policy forums, and the media.

The Tech:NYC Foundation is seeking a Program Coordinator to support Decoded Futures, an innovative AI-focused social impact program aimed at educating and empowering NYC nonprofits with the transformative power of AI. Decoded Futures is strategically placed within Tech:NYC to leverage its vast network of tech companies and is supported by the Robin Hood Learning + Tech Fund’s portfolio of education and workforce organizations.

As Program Coordinator, you will provide essential operational, communication, and logistical support to ensure Decoded Futures runs smoothly and effectively. Working closely with the Program Manager and reporting to the Program Director, you will support the facilitation of workshops, coordinate events, maintain project tools, and support grant writing and fundraising logistics. This is an ideal entry point for someone excited about social impact, curious about AI, and eager to learn in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Program and Operations Support:

  • Provide logistical support for workshops, cohorts, and convenings, including scheduling, materials prep, and day-of coordination

  • Maintain operational systems and databases and help manage project tools and track key program activities (e.g., Airtable, Asana, Zoom, Google Drive)

  • Assist with participant onboarding and ongoing communications

  • Support the coordination of mentor and volunteer technologist involvement

Fundraising and Grant Support:

  • Maintain internal records and timelines for fundraising-related tasks and deadlines

  • Support the Program Director with grant application materials, including tracking data, formatting drafts, and proofreading content

  • Assist in organizing fundraising and donor meetings, and partnership briefings

  • Help maintain shared fundraising assets (decks, one-pagers, impact snapshots)

Event Coordination:

  • Help plan and execute in-person and virtual events, including cohort gatherings, Demo Day, and partner convenings

  • Coordinate logistics such as venue booking, catering, supplies, registration, and AV support

  • Capture notes, photos, and follow-ups for post-event summaries and reports

Reporting and Documentation:

  • Contribute to grant reports, status updates, and program summaries by gathering and formatting data from team members and tools

  • Document learnings, feedback, and success stories from participants to support storytelling and impact measurement

  • Maintain organized and accessible records of key materials and communications, including templates and filing systems for program documentation such as session notes, surveys, metrics, etc.

Qualifications:

Experience:

  • 1–2 years of professional experience, ideally in nonprofit, education, tech, or related fields (internships or service year experience welcome)

  • Some exposure to project coordination, community engagement, or administrative support preferred

  • Familiarity with fundraising or grant writing is a plus, but not required

Skills:

  • Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented with a willingness to learn

  • Clear communicator with strong writing and formatting skills

  • Comfortable with digital tools like Google Workspace, Zoom, and Slack

  • Curious about AI and committed to social impact

  • Proactive, flexible, and excited to be part of a growing, collaborative team

  • Detail-oriented mindset with a proactive, problem-solving attitude.

About Decoded Futures:

Decoded Futures is an initiative designed to bridge the gap between the nonprofit sector and cutting-edge AI technologies. Our mission is to empower education and workforce nonprofits in New York City by providing them with the tools, knowledge, and partnerships they need to integrate AI into their operations. Through hands-on learning, capacity-building workshops, and strategic partnerships with leading tech companies, Decoded Futures helps nonprofits unlock the potential of AI to drive greater social impact. Stewarded by Tech:NYC and powered by the Robin Hood Learning + Tech Fund and Google, among other strategic partners, we are committed to fostering a responsible AI innovation ecosystem tailored to the needs of NYC’s social sector.

Salary Range & Benefits:

The target range of base salary for this role is $65,000–75,000. In addition to base salary, Tech:NYC considers other key components as part of total compensation, including annual holiday and benefits. Actual base compensation is influenced by a wide array of candidate factors, such as skill set and level of experience.

Tech:NYC provides a generous benefits package including excellent coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance premiums; paid parental leave; time off including vacation, holidays, and sick time; and reimbursement for cellular service.

Additional Requirements:

Tech:NYC currently operates under an in-person office environment Monday through Thursday, with Friday being reserved for at-home flexible work. 

Tech:NYC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any protected category.

To apply: Email careers@technyc.org with your resume and cover letter and “Decoded Futures Program Coordinator” in the subject line.

Program Coordinator, Decoded Futures


Job Summary:

Tech:NYC is an engaged network of tech leaders working to foster a dynamic, diverse, and creative New York. We bring together principled New Yorkers to support a successful technology ecosystem, attract and retain top-tier talent, and celebrate New York and the companies that call it home. Leveraging our network, Tech:NYC advocates for policies that support the growth of technology companies and technology talent in NYC, promote inclusion and diversity, and create access for all New Yorkers to connectivity, tools, and training. We represent the city’s fast-growing, entrepreneurial high-tech industry with government, civic institutions, business and public policy forums, and the media.

The Tech:NYC Foundation is seeking a Instructional Designer & Facilitator to support Decoded Futures, an innovative AI-focused social impact program aimed at educating and empowering NYC nonprofits with the transformative power of AI. Decoded Futures is strategically placed within Tech:NYC to leverage its vast network of tech companies and is supported by the Robin Hood Learning + Tech Fund, Google.org, OpenAI, and other strategic partners.

As Instructional Designer & Facilitator, you will lead the creation and delivery of engaging, accessible, and high-impact learning experiences that help nonprofit leaders build AI literacy and translate knowledge into implementation. Working closely with the Program Director and Entrepreneur-in-Residence, you will design curriculum, build beautiful and practical learning materials, and facilitate dynamic sessions across our growing set of programs.

This is an ideal role for someone with a strong background in adult learning and facilitation, a passion for equity and inclusion, and a desire to make AI more accessible and useful for the social sector.

Key Responsibilities:

Learning Design and Facilitation:

  • Lead and help design workshops, cohort learning sessions, and learning sprints that are engaging, exploratory, and aligned with adult learning principles

  • Create high-quality materials including slide decks, toolkits, templates, and instructional guides for both synchronous and asynchronous use

  • Facilitate sessions with nonprofit leaders and technologists, helping participants move from curiosity to clarity and action

  • Incorporate and synthesize feedback and evaluation data to continuously improve learning design, delivery, and programming

Program Strategy and Development:

  • Collaborate with the Program Director and Entrepreneur-in-Residence to shape a cohesive learning arc across Decoded Futures’ offerings, from AI 101 to advanced implementation

  • Align learning experiences with nonprofit use cases and real-world adoption needs

  • Contribute to the development of toolkits, case studies, and knowledge-sharing resources for scale

Cohort and Community Engagement:

  • Support peer-to-peer learning and community building among nonprofit participants

  • Partner with technologist volunteers and content experts to co-create and contextualize materials

  • Help prepare participants for presentations and storytelling during public-facing events like Demo Day

External Engagement:

  • Represent Decoded Futures at conferences and sector convenings through facilitation or presentation

  • Contribute to thought leadership and public materials that showcase participant learnings and sector insights

Qualifications:

Experience:

  • 5 or more years of experience in adult learning, instructional design, or learning and development, ideally within a tech company, edtech platform, or mission-driven environment

  • Demonstrated ability to design and facilitate engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences, both in-person and virtually

  • Strong portfolio and/or examples of learning design work including slide decks, toolkits, or curriculum samples

  • Familiarity with or interest in generative AI tools and their applications for nonprofits

Skills:

  • Excellent facilitation and communication skills, with a commitment to accessibility and inclusion

  • Visual design fluency with tools like Google Slides, Canva, Gamma, or Figma

  • Strong project management and organizational skills; able to work independently and meet deadlines

  • Comfort working across disciplines and with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

  • Curious, empathetic, and eager to learn with and from others

About Decoded Futures:

Decoded Futures is an initiative designed to bridge the gap between the nonprofit sector and cutting-edge AI technologies. Our mission is to empower education and workforce nonprofits in New York City by providing them with the tools, knowledge, and partnerships they need to integrate AI into their operations. Through hands-on learning, capacity-building workshops, and strategic partnerships with leading tech companies, Decoded Futures helps nonprofits unlock the potential of AI to drive greater social impact. Stewarded by Tech:NYC and powered by the Robin Hood Learning + Tech Fund and Google, among other strategic partners, we are committed to fostering a responsible AI innovation ecosystem tailored to the needs of NYC’s social sector.

Salary Range & Benefits:

The target range of base salary for this role is $100,000–120,000. In addition to base salary, Tech:NYC offers generous benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance; paid parental leave; vacation and sick time; and reimbursement for cellular service.

Additional Requirements:

This role requires frequent in-person facilitation and nonprofit engagement across New York City, as well as travel for national partnership development and convenings. Expect travel up to 40–50% of the year. This includes approximately 2–3 days per week of local site visits during active program periods, plus quarterly national trips for conferences, cohort support, or cross-city collaboration efforts as Decoded Futures expands its footprint.

Tech:NYC currently operates under an in-person office environment Monday through Thursday, with Friday reserved for flexible remote work.

Tech:NYC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any protected category.

To apply: Email careers@technyc.org with your resume and cover letter and “Decoded Futures Instructional Designer & Facilitator” in the subject line.

Instructional Designer & Facilitator, Decoded Futures