Program Manager, Education Impact Fund - Accelerator

Ecmc Group

Full-time - Mid Level

Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles

About the position

The Program Manager at ECMC Group will support the execution of the Education Impact Fund's Accelerator Program, aimed at transforming traditional higher education and addressing workforce needs. This role involves planning, launching, and executing the program, recruiting participants, sourcing mentors, and building relationships with ecosystem partners and early-stage founders.

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 themselves 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice-to-haves

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

Benefits

• Health & wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with employer subsidy.
• Company paid life & disability insurance.
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts.
• Robust wellness programs including access to on-site gym and free group fitness classes.
• Generous 401(k) plan with a company match up to 6%.
• Paid time off starting at 20 days/year.
• Commuter subsidy covering the full cost of a Metropass.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year for approved programs.