Program Manager
Location: Boston - DC - Remote
Type: Full Time
Springboard is seeking a Program Manager to join our team, please apply here…
About Springboard
Springboard Enterprises is a 20+ year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to the mission of supporting women entrepreneurs. Our programs and community of entrepreneurs, venture capital investors, and advisors serve as the catalyst behind some of the most innovative companies in the Life Science, Digital Health, Retail Technology, and Digital Media/Technology industries.
Position Overview
Springboard Enterprises Program Manager will support the Programs Team across all Springboard programs including program management of the Digital Health Innovation Program, Life Sciences Innovation Program, and the Women’s Health Innovation Coalition and any other industry verticals that may be developed in the future. The Program Manager reports directly to Springboard’s Director of Programs and works closely with Program Coordinator(s) or other Program Manager(s) in executing Springboard Programs.
Serve as a key resource in developing and executing roundtables, panels, and advisory programs focused on Digital Health, Life Science, Women’s Health. This position will also support and deliver value to all Springboard’s portfolio companies.
Responsibilities
- Support the Programs Team in engaging experts from Springboard’s existing network and external recruitment and onboarding of new experts. This includes soliciting referrals of applicants, securing selection committee members and advisors, and confirming speakers as well as coordinating involvement in programming.
- Identify and assist in securing commitment of sponsorship from corporate partners for Springboard’s Digital Health Innovation Program, Life Sciences Innovation Program and the Women’s Health Innovation Coalition and any other industry verticals that may be developed in the future.
- Enhance visibility for Springboard, Springboard’s Innovation Programs and the Women’s Health Innovation Coalition or other Springboard programs at industry conferences.
- Research and provide insights on market trends or specific companies within the health space.
- Expand Springboard’s pipeline of potential program participants through building relationships with start-ups, accelerators, other industry-related organizations, service providers, and health communities.
- Build and maintain relationships with key industry leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and clinicians to help build a robust advisor pipeline.
- Develop opportunities for our portfolio companies and coordinate their involvement in programming.
- Prepare communications, event materials, presentations, and promotional materials for all program initiatives to maintain consistency across Springboard brand in conjunction with the marketing department.
- Conduct process for matching and management of advisor network with our entrepreneurs for each cohort.
Experience and Qualifications
BS/BA or equivalent experience, plus a minimum of 1-5 years successful experience and demonstrates the following competencies:
Action oriented – Builds relationships – Collaborates – Communicates effectively – Drives results – Situational adaptability – Strategic mindset
- Ability to build and cultivate relationships with high-level corporate executives, entrepreneurs, and industry experts.
- Outcome driven with ability to respond to changing circumstances and priorities.
- Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Remains composed under stress, handles multiple priorities tactfully, and delivers on organizational commitments.
- Ability to deeply analyze and integrate information from relevant sources.
- Proficient in computer-based information systems and CRMs.
- Excellent project management, planning, and organization skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial-like environment.
- Strong strategic planning skills.
- Some travel required.
How to apply: Please submit cover letter and resume to nicole@springboardenterprises.org
Compensation & Benefits
This position offers competitive compensation including health insurance, paid vacation, and national holidays. Springboard is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
To apply for this job email your details to nicole@springboardenterprises.org
