Volunteer Program Manager (Volunteer / Pro Bono)

Our Foundation Mission, Vision, and Values
At VPMMA, our core purpose is to empower and equip military service members, veterans, and military spouses to achieve excellence in project management careers through mentoring and professional development. We envision ourselves as the most sought-after partner for guiding veterans on their journey to becoming project managers.
Our four core values underpin these aspirations
Commitment We uphold integrity, transparency, and ethics in all our operations endeavors.
Empowerment We empower all military service members, veterans, and military spouses to pursue rewarding and prosperous careers in project management.
Community We actively cultivate a strong and supportive network by collaborating with other veteran agencies and partners to provide the best resources, tools, skills, and training.
Advocacy We offer a unified voice for project managers for the industry, government, military, veteran affairs, and the wider community.
Whom We Serve Our Valued Community
Our alliance is dedicated to fostering the professional development of U.S. military service members, veterans, and their spouses. We accomplish this by offering various membership options, including General Membership for service members, veterans, and their spouses, along with Professional, Corporate, and Nonprofit Partner Memberships for individuals and organizations that wish to engage more deeply with our mission. Our goal is to be the premier resource for this community as they pursue or advance their careers in project management within the civilian workforce.
Our Programs and Services A Holistic Approach
VPMMA offers a wide range of mentorship and development programs, specifically designed to meet the diverse needs of our members. These include
Mentorship Programs We provide One-on-One, Group, Reverse, Diversity, and Peer Mentorship to offer tailored guidance and promote collective learning.
Professional Development Our offerings include customized training materials, skill-building workshops, learning events (seminars, webinars), advanced training, and certification preparation. We also address personal project management skills and entrepreneurship training.
Career Transition Support We offer resources and guidance to members navigating career transitions, including support for resumes, access to job boards, and career transition assistance.
Community Building We create professional connections through networking opportunities and collaborative learning events.
Financial Support We provide scholarships for industry certifications to encourage ongoing professional development.
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Are you an HR leader, project manager, or people operations expert ready to build the infrastructure that empowers those who serve? The Veteran Project Manager Mentor Alliance (VPMMA) is seeking a Volunteer Program Manager to serve as a strategic operational leader within our Volunteer Directorate. In this high-impact, pro bono role, you will be the architect of the volunteer experience, ensuring our 100% volunteer workforce—our "Support Staff"—is recruited, retained, and recognized as they transform veteran lives.
By managing the systems that allow our volunteers to thrive, you are practicing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at the core of our organization, helping us maintain a culture of excellence, transparency, and mutual respect.
Your Operational Impact
You will dedicate approximately 5 hours per week to leading critical lifecycle stages for our staff
Recruitment & Intake Oversight Partner with Digital Recruiters to maintain a steady pipeline of talent, ensuring all candidates align with VPMMA’s mission to equip veterans for career greatness.
Onboarding & Orientation Orchestrate the onboarding journey, ensuring every new member receives the Volunteer Handbook and understands our ethical guidelines.
Professional Development & Retention Promote high-value growth opportunities, such as Google Certificates on Coursera, and lead recognition programs like "Volunteer of the Month" to foster fulfillment.
Offboarding & Legacy Building Manage the offboarding process, securing valuable feedback and providing letters of recommendation for significant contributors to support their own career advancement.
Process Documentation Maintain the volunteer knowledge base to ensure continuity and operational efficiency across our remote teams.
Who You Are
We are looking for a principled leader who excels at fostering community in a digital environment
The Organizational Leader Experience in HR, project management, or volunteer coordination.
The Systems Thinker Proficient in Google Workspace and comfortable leveraging tools like Flowlu to manage complex workflows.
The Communicator Able to collaborate across remote directorates and speak passionately about our mission to support military families.
The Coach Skilled in providing feedback and building a supportive, mission-driven environment.
The Rewards of Strategic Leadership
Volunteering as a Program Manager at VPMMA is a mutually beneficial partnership
Strategic Influence Work directly with the Director of Volunteers and Chief Volunteer Officer to shape the organization's human capital strategy.
Portfolio Growth Lead the people operations for a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Network Access Connect with a diverse community of industry leaders and dedicated advocates.
Direct Impact Play a pivotal role in an organization that has already helped hundreds of veterans successfully transition to civilian project management.
Position Details
Type Volunteer / 100% Remote.
Time Commitment 5 hours per week.
Directorate Volunteers (Human Resources Committee).
Reporting Structure Direct report to the Director of Volunteers (Dr. Tracey Charles).
Ready to lead the team that supports our heroes? Your operational mastery is the foundation upon which our community grows.

Work arrangement
Yes