Program Consultant

Program Consultant

Strategic Partnerships | NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD)

Location : Hybrid (NYC-based; 2 days in-office, 3 days remote, plus field site visits)

Contract Term : April 2026 – June 2027

Overview

The NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), in partnership with the U.S. Soccer Foundation, seeks a Program Consultant to lead, grow, and manage DYCD’s soccer initiatives. The consultant will advance equitable access to high-quality soccer programming across all five boroughs, strengthen community partnerships, and support youth engagement through structured play and development opportunities.

The consultant will support DYCD’s mission to expand sports access, promote positive youth development, and help create inclusive, safe, and engaging recreational experiences for young people across New York City.

Key Responsibilities

Program Expansion & Management

• Coordinate and scale Soccer for Success programming for elementary and middle schools citywide.
• Launch and manage Just Ball for middle and high school youth, growing annual participation to 1,000 by FY28.
• Oversee administrative processes, including data tracking, background checks, abuse prevention training compliance, and equipment distribution.
• Conduct 10–15 site visits per season to monitor program fidelity and support community-based organizations (CBOs).
• Facilitate annual events such as jamborees, tournaments, and seasonal celebrations.

Youth Engagement & Development

Training

Partnerships & Collaboration

Data Collection & Evaluation

Equity & Access

Schedule & Structure

Equal Opportunity and Compliance

DYCD and the U.S. Soccer Foundation are committed to building a workplace where every team member feels safe, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves. Through collaboration, innovation, and respect for diverse perspectives, we strive for excellence, drive community-led changes, and support one another in pursuit of our shared mission.