KAP 2026-2027 - North America Programs Manager - Foundation for Economic Education

About FEE The Foundation for Economic Education (FEE) is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the economic, ethical, and legal principles of a free society. Since its founding in 1946, FEE has committed to inspiring and educating individuals on the values of personal freedom, entrepreneurship, and sound economic thinking through high‑impact programs, digital content, publications, and events. About the Role The North America Programs Manager will lead the design, development, and execution of FEE’s seminar programming in Washington, DC and occasionally in Ottawa, creating immersive experiences for students, recent graduates, and institutional partners. This position oversees the full product lifecycle of seminars, from concept and curriculum development through logistics, partner acquisition, and on‑ground execution. Key Responsibilities Own the full product lifecycle of FEE’s North‑American single and multi‑day seminars — from concept and curriculum development through logistics, partner coordination, and on‑ground execution. Design, execute, and continuously refine the FEE educational experience across all seminar touchpoints. Communicate effectively and promptly with speakers, attendees, and partners to ensure high satisfaction and successful program completion. Refine program planning processes and identify areas for improvement. Work closely with the Chief Programs and Innovation Officer and Student Programs Director on new product ideas and initiatives. Track, analyze, and report relevant program metrics to measure impact and inform product decisions. Develop and manage DC and Ottawa‑area venue relationships, vendor contracts, and event logistics end‑to‑end. Develop, monitor, and track related budgeting considerations. Maintain accurate reporting in Salesforce for all of the program opportunities. Ensure high customer satisfaction and identify areas for improvement when constructive feedback is received. Key Qualifications and Skills 3–5+ years of experience in program management, event production, or educational product development — ideally within a nonprofit, think tank, or mission‑driven organization. Proven ability to manage multi‑day, in‑person programming from concept through execution in a fast‑moving environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong customer service skills. Public speaking skills are strongly preferred. Experience working with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc.), customer relationship management (CRM) technology (Salesforce), and project management tools (Monday.com) is strongly preferred. Experience organizing and juggling multiple priorities while maintaining careful attention to detail. Self‑directed and entrepreneurial — takes initiative, identifies problems before they surface, and drives solutions with minimal supervision. A collaborative personality; unafraid of challenge. A commitment to the mission and principles of FEE. Ability to travel approximately 5–10%. $65,000 - $75,000 a year Compensation and Benefits Salary: $65,000‑75,000, commensurate with experience. Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus deductible reimbursement on eligible medical expenses. Flexible Spending Account (FSA) also available. Retirement: 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match, up to $4,000 annually. Time Off: Flexible paid time off to support work‑life balance. Culture: Join a collaborative, creative, and energetic team dedicated to advancing the freedom philosophy. Application Materials Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document: Cover letter including: An introductory paragraph describing three distinct reasons you are drawn to FEE’s mission Salary requirements Resume Applications should also be submitted to Talent Market via the provided link. EEO and Diversity Statement Stand Together Fellowships believes that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. Our admissions office treats all program participants and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of color, race, religion, religious creed, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military and veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, political affiliation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stand Together