Job Description
*This is a remote opportunity - it is not required for candidates to live in or relocate to Springfield, MO. Apply directly at www.enactus.org/work-for-us/.
Enactus is seeking a program manager who wants to make a powerful impact in the world by working directly with the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders. You are the perfect person for this role if you are:
- A COLLABORATIVE, HANDS-ON AND DECISIVE IMPLEMENTATION LEADER with a passion for working in a dynamic, mission-driven team
- A CLEAR COMMUNICATOR who inspires confidence and demonstrates uncompromising integrity
- EXCITED about creating and supporting NextGen leaders to create powerful change toward a better world for all.
Enactus has staff across the United States, and we will accommodate the right candidate wherever based.
INTRODUCTION
Today, Enactus is the largest experiential learning platform dedicated to developing the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders and innovators with 72,000 students and over 500 corporate partners around the world. Enactus works on the ground in 35 countries and Enactus students created projects and businesses in 80 countries, positively impacting the lives of more than 1.3 million people last year.
To support Enactus student work, the organization has built an international network of purpose-driven business, academic and student leaders who are working to create a better, more sustainable world for all. Our Board includes executive leadership from companies including AIG, BIC, Boston Consulting Group, The Coca-Cola Company, KPMG and more, and our network includes business leaders across all sectors who believe in business as a force for good.
To learn more, check out the Enactus YouTube channel and enactus.org.
OVERVIEW
This position is responsible for day-to-day program implementation of the Enactus United States Program and to achieve the program goals for the Enactus United States organization.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage, evaluate, and foster the progress of active Enactus teams in territory to help teams and faculty to continuously improve the quality and size of their program.
- Identify prospective college and university participants and implement a recruitment strategy to gain support for starting an Enactus team from the administrators, faculty and students at these institutions.
- Compile, produce and analyze territory data and statistics to evaluate program success and identify areas of improvement.
- Collaborate with Enactus US team to connect Enactus students to career opportunities.
- Play an active role in organization, planning and execution of all related events, such as Competitions, Training Conferences, and the National Exposition, as well as other virtual events supporting the network.
- Lead a project area such as SAC, Student training & development (BNY/ETC), competition lead, social media, Salesforce lead, etc.
- Complete other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required; business-related or communications major preferred.
- Previous Enactus experience is strongly recommended.
- Valid driver's license required to travel to other locations as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Excellent written and verbal communication skills - must be able to provide evidence of effectively communicating one-on-one, in groups, through presentations, at networking events, and by phone/email.
- Self-motivated, ability to work independently and remote
- Strong organization and time-management skills.
- Must be able to multi-task, set priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Problem-solving skills in dealing with a variety of interests and personalities.
- Must have conflict resolution skills and maintain professionalism in various situations.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite applications and the ability to learn other programs as needed.
- Ability to work independently under direction from supervisor and work as a team member, assisting where needed.
- Ability to work with people from various cultures and backgrounds.
- Able to support domestic travel (when travel is opened up), many times requiring overnight or longer stays.
- Ability to move and transport up to 40 lbs. as needed.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
Apply directly at www.enactus.org/work-for-us/.