Program Manager- Small Business & Community Investments

Program Manager – Small Business & Community Investments

San Antonio, TX – Hybrid: 3 days per week in-office, with an established schedule.

The National Association for Latino Community Asset Builders (NALCAB), a national intermediary supporting 200+ CDFIs and community development nonprofits, is seeking a Program Manager – Small Business & Community Investments to advance small business growth and community investment in low- and moderate-income communities nationwide. As a mission-driven organization focused on economic development, asset building, affordable housing, and entrepreneurship, NALCAB delivers funding, training, and policy advocacy to strengthen Latino communities. In this role, you will manage federal programs and technical assistance initiatives, including HUD Community Compass, Rural Capacity Building (RCB), and U.S. Treasury CDFI Fund programs, helping nonprofits expand small business lending, community development strategies, and place-based investments that drive equitable economic opportunity.

Best-in-Class Benefits and Culture: 

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by a competitive compensation of $60,000 – $73,000 annually, depending on experience, and an extensive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Paid Time Off and Leave: Includes paid time off, holidays, and an employee assistance program.
• Flexible Work Options: Hybrid work schedule and disability and life insurance options.

Plus, we strive to create an optimal environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

To thrive, you should have: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with 3+ years in community economic development, asset building, or nonprofit program management; experience with community-based organizations preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years managing or implementing federal programs such as HUD Community Compass, Rural Capacity Building (RCB), or CDFI Fund initiatives, with knowledge of federal grants management and compliance.
• Solid expertise in small business development, affordable housing, and community development finance, including experience delivering technical assistance, training, and capacity building to nonprofits.

Your key responsibilities as the Program Manager – Small Business & Community Investments will include:

• Manage and implement federal programs, grants, and technical assistance initiatives supporting small business development, community investment, and nonprofit capacity building.
• Oversee the grantmaking lifecycle, including outreach, application review, compliance monitoring, and reporting for federally funded programs (HUD, CDFI Fund).
• Support nonprofit partners in CDFI certification, small business lending, and economic development strategies, including affordable housing and anti-displacement initiatives.
• Analyze program data, manage budgets, and facilitate training, stakeholder engagement, and cross-sector collaboration to drive measurable community impact.

More About Us: 

The National Association for Latino Community Asset Builders (NALCAB) is a one-of-a-kind national intermediary with a network of 200+ member CDFls and nonprofit organizations that serve Latino communities across the US, DC, and Puerto Rico. As a grant maker and US Treasury-certified CDFI lender, NALCAB supports its members through funding, training, policy advocacy, and resources that amplify their impact.

Our mission: Build transformational wealth in Latino communities to create a more prosperous future for the entire nation.

Drive Community Investment & Economic Opportunity Nationwide

Step into a high-impact role where you will lead federal programs, grantmaking, and technical assistance initiatives that power small business growth, affordable housing, and community development in underserved communities. Apply today to use your expertise in HUD, CDFI Fund programs, and nonprofit capacity building to create lasting economic mobility and measurable impact.

Apply now to make a measurable difference and shape the future of community development, nonprofit performance, and evidence-based decision-making.

NALCAB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.