Program Manager, Immigration Legal Services (Houston)

We're looking for someone to help newcomers in our community pursue the American dream, through legal support!

About the Nigerian Center

The Nigerian Center is a national civic institution advancing social justice, culture, and opportunity. The Center is recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice to provide immigration legal services through accredited representatives and attorneys. As we expand our legal services footprint to Houston, we seek a mission-aligned contract immigration attorney to support direct representation, legal supervision, and program development for immigrant communities.

Position Summary

The Part-Time Program Manager will coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Nigerian Center’s Houston immigration legal services program. This role will work closely with senior immigration attorney, DOJ-accredited representatives, and community partners to manage client intake, clinic logistics, case coordination, reporting, and outreach. This position is ideal for someone with nonprofit program management experience and a strong interest in immigration legal services, community-based programs, and immigrant justice.

Role and Duties:

  • Coordinate legal clinics, consultations, and community outreach events

  • Manage scheduling for the contract immigration attorney and legal team

  • Oversee client intake, screening, and appointment systems

  • Ensure smooth day-of operations for in-person and virtual clinics

  • Maintain organized case tracking systems, files, and workflows

  • Serve as primary point of contact for clients and support case follow-up

  • Prepare client files and documentation for attorney review while ensuring confidentiality

  • Maintain program data, case records, and assist with grant reporting and metrics

  • Coordinate with headquarters on policies, budgets, invoices, and contractor logistics

  • Build partnerships with local community organizations and support outreach and Know-Your-Rights events

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, public administration, legal studies, or related field

  • 2+ years of nonprofit or program coordination experience

  • Experience with immigration legal services or legal clinics strongly preferred

  • Strong organizational and project management skills

  • Experience working with diverse immigrant communities

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a startup-like environment

  • Proficiency in Google Workspace, case management systems, and basic data tracking

Work Structure

  • Part-time (20–25 hours per week)

  • Hybrid, with in-person clinics in Houston

  • Occasional evening or weekend clinics

How to Apply

Please submit:

  • Resume

  • Brief statement of interest

  • Availability and start timeline

Send applications to: info@nigeriancenter.org
Subject line: Program Manager – Houston Immigration Services