Women’s Leadership Academy (WLA) Facilitator (Part-Time) Loyola University New Orleans

The Women's Leadership Academy (WLA) Facilitator is a part-time role responsible for delivering a high-quality, engaging leadership development experience for a cohort of mid-to senior-level professionals.
This individual serves as the lead facilitator for monthly sessions by guiding discussion, fostering meaningful connection, and helping participants translate leadership concepts into practical application. The Facilitator also serves as an ambassador for the program, representing WLA within the broader professional community.
This role is focused on facilitation excellence and participant experience, with PACS staff providing primary support for program operations, logistics, and administration.

Examples of Duties

Facilitation & Participant Experience

• Utilize WLA curriculum to facilitate monthly full-day WLA sessions, creating a highly engaging, structured, and impactful learning environment
• Guide discussions, case studies, and reflective exercises that encourage active participation and peer learning
• Foster a trusted, inclusive environment that supports open dialogue, vulnerability, and professional growth
• Support "growth group" conversations and peer accountability throughout the program
• Adapt facilitation approach in real time based on participant needs and group dynamics
• Provide light coaching during sessions and 1:1 coaching sessions for participants who elect this add-on

Content Delivery & Session Preparation

• Partner with PACS staff on session planning and program delivery, attending 2 meetings per month
• Deliver program content aligned with established WLA curriculum and learning objectives
• Prepare and refine session materials (e.g., presentations, facilitation guides, participant resources). Ensure all sessions materials are created and saved in PACS team drive
• Prepare guest speakers to participate in monthly sessions to ensure alignment on session flow and participant experience
• Develop pre and post session communications for sending to participants
• Update curriculum as needed in consultation with PACS staff

Mentor & Program Engagement

• Support mentor engagement through facilitation of mentor-related activities, including the mentor mixer
• Deliver mentor training sessions to set expectations and strengthen mentor-mentee relationships
• Pair all participants with a mentor based on preferences and alignment
• Provide input on participant and mentor alignment as needed

Events & Community Representation

• Facilitate key program moments, including the WLA graduation ceremony
• Facilitate program information sessions to provide prospective participants with an overview of the program
• Facilitate 2, ½ day "intensive" workshops for WLA and broader New Orleans community
• Attend and support select WLA events (e.g., holiday party, professional development events, etc.)
• Represent WLA and PACS at community and networking events to build awareness and support recruitment efforts (registration fees covered by PACS office)
• Serve as a visible and credible ambassador of the program within the Greater New Orleans professional community
• Share WLA marketing with network

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Review program assessment after each session
• Provide feedback on participant experience, session effectiveness, and opportunities for program enhancement
• Share key insights and themes emerging from cohort discussions to inform continuous improvement
• Prepare a final impact report based on assessment and feedback at the end of each cohort

Typical Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree required
• Demonstrated experience facilitating leadership development programs, executive education, or adult learning experiences
• Strong executive presence with the ability to engage and influence mid-to senior-level professionals
• Exceptional facilitation skills, including the ability to guide discussion, manage group dynamics, and create psychological safety
• Ability to translate leadership concepts into practical, actionable insights
• Experience working with diverse professional audiences and fostering inclusive learning environments
• Proven ability to collaborate with team members to accomplish goals

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in organizational leadership, talent development, or executive education
• Coaching certification (e.g., ICF) or equivalent experience
• Experience facilitating cohort-based or peer learning programs
• Experience with mentorship programs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodations

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