PROGRAM Manager

New York

Startup Institute is seeking a detail-oriented individual with a passion for education to join the team as the program manager for our *new* part-time program. As the program manager you will serve as the primary coordinator of all learning activities for our part-time program. Working closely with the program director, you will be responsible for all program operations and logistics, including scheduling daily learning activities, keeping facilities in top-condition, and serving as our primary instructor contact.

You will be motivated by playing an integral role on a team delivering a transformative educational experience. As a member of our part-time program team you’ll set precedents that successfully adapt our full-time program to a new nights and weekends format.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence for operations, collaboration, customer service, communications, and an ability to thrive amidst ambiguity.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years experience in an operations role

  • Must be available a minimum of two nights a week + every other Saturday

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills

  • Strong interest in education and working with industry practitioners

  • Experience working in early or growth-stage startups

  • Project management and/or planning in an educational environment

  • Experience in edtech or higher education a plus

Responsibilities

  • Assist Director in managing all day-to-day logistics and operations

  • Recruit professionals from the local startup ecosystem to lead sessions

  • Build and organize class schedule for each cohort

  • Interface with students on a daily basis

  • Support instructors in delivering a world-class learning experience for our students

  • Conduct coaching and mentoring sessions with students

  • Coordinate weekly NPS surveys to ensure student satisfaction

We’re a mission-driven company looking for people who are hungry to work hard, make a difference, and grow within the organization. Our offerings are rapidly expanding and career advancement opportunities are available to those who are not afraid to roll up their sleeves and be a leader. If you’re competitive, compassionate, eager to grow professionally, and ready to change lives, Startup Institute is the place for you.

 

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