Director of Program
Springboard is seeking a Full-Time Program Director who will support the execution of Springboard programs across all industries and geographies. This position offers significant opportunities to take on responsibility and develop meaningful relationships with experienced entrepreneurial talent, industry advisors, and investors. This position is not for those who shy away from a challenge or who need a lot of structure; it demands someone who is ready from day one to take initiative and dive in. We are a small team of under 10 highly capable individuals who collectively deliver the results of a team 10 times our size.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Director Role:
Work closely with the team on every stage of program execution, including planning, execution, and wrap up
Manage program development and execution, including leading candidate selection meetings, working closely with current and prospective sponsors, forming expert panels from our advisory pool, and producing our in-person Bootcamp
Expand Springboard’s Partner Network and global entrepreneur pipeline by following up on leads and partnership opportunities with other accelerators, non-profits, service providers, and conference organizers.
Create and manage agenda creation, speaker outreach and all elements of events
Prepare team briefings on status of recruitment, event logistics (in-person or virtually), program tasks and deliverables and ongoing projects
Communicate roles and responsibilities, and flawlessly manage deliverables for day-of execution
Manage the production of program related documents and materials, including setting deadlines.
Suggest women from our network for speaking roles, panel spots and awards.
QUALIFICATIONS
6-8 years of experience
Creative problem-solving abilities
Excellent listening, speaking, and writing skills
Deadline oriented and able to manage shifting priorities
Ability to work under pressure and multi-task
Good presentation and exceptional social skills
Ability to work with individuals across many geographies and personality types
Eagerness to take ownership of projects and ability to follow through
Experience with or willingness to learn file-sharing, email marketing, design, database, and project management tools
Please apply if:
You have a curious nature and are inspired to work with a global network of entrepreneurs and investors.
You demonstrate that you have an obsessive attention to detail, and a sense of urgency in setting and meeting deadlines.
You are team oriented and never say ‘that’s not my job’
You are a problem solver and look for ways to make things work better and improve systems.
You are interested in networking and representing Springboard externally.
You have a high tolerance for and are comfortable managing high stress situations.
Compensation commensurate with experience
How to apply: Please submit cover letter and resume to Development@springboardenterprises.org