The Lantern Vanguard is building a team of visionaries dedicated to innovation, creativity, and equitable progress. We are now accepting applications for select positions as we expand our programs and operations.
Current job listings are available below. Please review open opportunities and apply directly for consideration.
Open Positions
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Program Director - New York, NY
Salary Range: $80,000 - 95,000 per year
The Program Director oversees the design and implementation of The Lantern Vanguard’s core initiatives. This role requires strong leadership in managing educational, creative, and technology-based programs while coordinating with community partners to ensure measurable outcomes and social impact. Ideal candidates have at least three years of nonprofit or project management experience and a passion for innovation and equity.
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Administrative Assistant - New York, NY
Salary Range: $45,000 - $55,000 per year
The Administrative Assistant provides essential support to the executive and program teams. Responsibilities include scheduling, recordkeeping, correspondence, and general office coordination. This position requires attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
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Secretary - New York, NY
Hourly Range: $25-$32 per hour
The Secretary provides administrative and governance support to the organization’s leadership, maintaining official records, assisting with meeting coordination, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements. Candidates should possess strong organizational and clerical skills, professionalism, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
To Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting a résumé and a brief statement of interest outlining their relevant experience and motivation for joining The Lantern Vanguard.
Please email all materials to careers@lanternvanguard.org. Be sure to include the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Applicants may also attach supporting documents such as portfolios or writing samples, where applicable.
Qualified candidates will be contacted directly to schedule an interview. We appreciate the time and effort of all applicants and encourage those not selected for immediate openings to check back for future opportunities.
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Accessibility & Equal Opportunity Statement
The Lantern Vanguard is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all individuals. We believe that accessibility and diversity are essential to innovation and creativity, which are the same values that drive our mission across communities.
We are dedicated to ensuring that our website, hiring process, and workplace are accessible to all applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1, Level AA) and to provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who need assistance during the recruitment process.
If you experience difficulty accessing information on our site or require accommodations to apply for a position, please contact us at accessibility@lanternvanguard.org. We will respond promptly to ensure your full participation.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
The Lantern Vanguard is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and organizational need.
The Lantern Vanguard is proud to build a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where every team member has the opportunity to thrive, contribute, and grow.