Program Manager

Program ManagerConfluence Philanthropy advances values-aligned investing across asset classes, investment vehicles, and engagement strategies when prudent and feasible. Our mission is to transform the practice of investing by aligning capital with our community's values of sustainability, equity, and justice. We support and catalyze an international membership of private, public and community foundations, families, individual donors, and their investment managers representing more than $70 billion in philanthropic assets under management, and over $3 trillion in managed capital.Confluence is a tight-knit, collaborative team that is deeply engaged with a dynamic membership and is motivated by a sense of urgency. We are prized by our members for thought-provoking and industry-shifting content. Through convenings, learning programs, and collaborative initiatives, our members advance climate solutions, social equity, and systems-level innovation in the field of values-aligned investing. We generate action.Are you an ambitious, high-performing professional looking to help transform the economy? Confluence Philanthropy's Program Manager occupies a core team position with significant program and event management responsibility. We are recruiting a dynamic, process-minded, and detail-oriented'servant-leader' motivated by the idea of generating cutting-edge industry convenings.The Program Manager will work with the Program Team to create content in themes related to sustainability, equity, and investment practice. We are looking for an ambitious early-stage professional who will take charge of this position, growing into an integral member of our team. This position offers internal advancement to programmatic leadership roles for the successful hire.Reports to: Senior Program Manager with oversight by Vice President of ProgramsCompensation: Full-time with a $70,000 – $80,000 salary, plus highly competitive benefitsHybrid Location: New York City (mid-town) Office – required minimum 4 days per week in office. Eligible candidates must legally reside in New York.Primary Responsibilities:Event Management: Assist with program planning and execution of online and in-person educational events. Tasks include group call scheduling, supporting the content creation process (i.e. speaker coordination, note-taking, general admin support), running zoom meeting tech, researching event venues, compiling event materials, and post-meeting follow-up. This position is required to attend in person events as requested.Content Generation: Curate news articles and draft news digests for review by the Communications Director; track member engagement across social media platforms; conduct content research as requested by the VPP.Special Projects: Follow trends and breakthroughs in the investment industry and keep the Confluence team updated; assist Program Team with thematic research, industry trends, and landscape assessments, as needed.Administrative Support: Support the Program Team in conference coordination for sessions and field trips. Tasks include coordinating speakers, preparing materials, and assisting with pre-conference and day-of logistics.Other duties as assignedQualifications:Two or more years of experience in project management and/or operational support, preferably at a smaller organizationMust have previous experience in coordinating business and/or philanthropy meetings4-year college degree in related field - Bachelor's degree required, masters preferredStrong professional written skills requiredSkills in Salesforce, MailChimp, Squarespace, office 365 a plusMeticulous about details, communication, and follow upAbility to manage up, supporting supervisors as requested and anticipating needsQuick to learn business systems and confident with excel and CMSDemonstrate discretion and the ability to maintain confidential/sensitive informationExperience working effectively in a small team in a 'roll up the sleeves' environmentAbility to perform under pressure, with patience and a sense of humorConference support/management experience, highly prizedTo apply: send your resume, cover letter, and three professional references to View email address on click.appcast.io with "Program Manager" in the subject line.We're an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected Position open until filled.