Program Manager, Education Impact Fund - Accelerator

Choosing a career with ECMC Group means joining a nonprofit corporation with a mission to help students succeed. With a vibrant mission and values, great benefits, and strong community involvement, ECMC Group companies are an ideal team to join.

Job Summary

This role is suited for a passionate and entrepreneurial individual looking to make an impact as part of ECMC Group’s Education Impact Fund (“EIF”). The Program Manager will primarily support the execution of EIF’s Accelerator Program. Along with cash investment from EIF, the program supports startups that are focused on significantly evolving the way traditional higher educational institutions or corporations are preparing tomorrow’s learners and addressing the continually evolving needs of the future workforce.

Working alongside colleagues of ECMC Group’s Education Impact Fund, the Program Manager will help plan, launch, and execute the Accelerator Program, including recruiting and selecting fellows, sourcing mentors and functional experts, and building collaborative relationships with ecosystem partners and early-stage founders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Own all logistics, operations, administration, scheduling, calendar management, and event planning for the Accelerator programs
• Recruit and vet program participants; coordinate the selection process for each program cohort; participate in formal due diligence prior to investment
• Cultivate curriculum based on cohort needs and help the selected participants grow through connections and support
• Engage with the entrepreneurial ecosystem (startup founders, mentors, investors, corporate partners, etc.) and establish themself as a trustworthy and reliable source of mentorship and connections
• Act as the point of contact between Accelerator Portfolio Founders and ECMC Group
• Assist program alumni with ongoing mentor, sponsor and investor relations
• Create measurement metrics and track portfolio progress
• Partner with colleagues across the ECMC Group to host community events while representing ECMC Group and EIF as an ambassador at pan-national community and ecosystem events
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, or related field OR 7+ years of relevant experience
• 5+ years product or program management experience
• Demonstrated experience developing strong relationships with key partners (in and outside the organization)
• Proven experience in project management, specifically demonstrating skills such as organization, attention to detail, and ensuring successful completion of work deliverables on established timelines
• Exceptional verbal and writing skills, with the ability to write clearly and concisely
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage multiple project timelines and deliverables
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn industries, sectors, and dive deeper into the world of startups and entrepreneurship.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Ability to travel domestically up to 10% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with accelerator programs or Venture Capital firms, investing in early-stage entrepreneurs

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ECMC Group is committed to ensuring our diverse, inclusive and equitable culture is built on a strong sense of belonging, where everyone feels seen, heard and encouraged to show up as their authentic self.

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