We are seeking a Program Manager to lead and manage Fellows and support strategic education initiatives. This role is ideal for a creative and proactive professional with experience in education programming, a passion for supporting talent development, and an entrepreneurial mindset.
The Program Manager will work directly with OAF Fellows, providing feedback on projects, managing program activities, and supporting the education team with ad hoc initiatives. They will also support the management of university partnerships and student experience and engagement. The right candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, start-up-like environment and bring strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to the role.
Key Responsibilities
- Fellow Management: Build strong relationships with Fellows, oversee and manage Fellows to ensure program success and professional growth.
- Project Feedback: Review and provide high-level constructive feedback on Fellows' projects, ensuring quality, innovation, and alignment with OAF standards.
- Program Support: Support the education team with program design and execution of strategic initiatives, including managing ad hoc activities.
- Collaboration: Work across teams to ensure smooth program operations and contribute to continuous improvement of OAF's educational offerings.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in education, nonprofit management, program coordination, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience managing education programming (preferably in nonprofit or start-up settings).
- Experience supervising staff, fellows, or volunteers.
- Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-management skills.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
- Ability to think critically and creatively, propose solutions, and take initiative proactively.
- Comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced, start-up-like environments.
- (Preferred) Prior experience working in a start-up or entrepreneurial setting.
Why Join OAF?
- Work with a passionate, mission-driven team shaping the future of global talent.
- Collaborate with diverse leaders and professionals across industries and countries.
- Gain hands-on experience in a fast-growing, innovative nonprofit.
- Enjoy flexibility and opportunities for professional growth.
- Lead and grow programming with measurable impact.