Diversity in Leadership Institute - Leadership Programs Manager

ABOUT DLI

The Diversity in Leadership Institute (DLI) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is dedicated to creating equitable educational outcomes for Black and Latinx students in California by cultivating a diverse and culturally competent pipeline of public education leaders.

With a focus on racial diversity, equity, and inclusion (RDEI), DLI seeks to transform the educational landscape by increasing the representation of Black and Latinx leaders in K–12 schools through our signature 4-pronged approach :

• Leadership Fellowships : Comprehensive programs that support aspiring school leaders of color through leadership coaching, mentorship, and professional development — including the Aspiring Principals of Color Fellowship (in partnership with Loyola Marymount University) and the Diverse Leaders Fellowship (in partnership with the Los Angeles County Office of Education).
• School Leaders of Color Network (SLOCN) : A membership-based network connecting current and aspiring school leaders of color through culturally responsive programming, collaboration, and advocacy.
• Consultancy : Partnerships with districts and charter networks to strengthen racial diversity, equity, and inclusion (RDEI) practices through workshops, assessments, and ongoing support.
• Coalition Building : Legislative and policy advocacy through the Charting the Course to Equity Coalition (CCEC) to promote the development and retention of educators of color across California.

Through these programs, DLI drives systemic change, fosters leadership diversity, and ensures that more students in California see leaders who reflect their own identities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Leadership Programs Manager to join our growing team. This role supports the success of DLI’s Fellowship programs and the School Leaders of Color Network (SLOCN) by managing program operations, data systems, and fellow engagement. Reporting to the Fellowship Managing Director and the VP of Leadership Development, the Leadership Programs Manager ensures that participants experience high-quality, well-organized, and equity-centered leadership development opportunities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, systems-driven, and passionate about developing leaders of color through effective program design, communication, and facilitation.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Data Management & Reporting (30–40%)

Project Management & Program Operations (25–30%)

Fellowship & School Leaders of Color Network (SLOCN) Network Engagement  (25–30%)

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY IN HIRING

The Diversity in Leadership Institute is an equal opportunity employer and places a high value on creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood. We believe diverse teams are effective teams — and that innovation thrives when multiple perspectives are represented.

Please apply using the link provided and review our FAQ document to learn more about the role.

Requirements

You might be a great fit for this role if you :

Benefits

This is a hybrid position based in the Los Angeles Metro area and will  require in-person participation for select sessions, events, and team meetings.