Program Manager

Role Overview

• Lead the day-to-day management and execution of the JVenture program.
• Coordinate all program activities, timelines, deliverables, and operational processes.
• Develop and manage annual program plans, project timelines, and implementation schedules.
• Ensure the successful execution of cohort-based entrepreneurship programming.
• Coordinate program logistics, materials, participant communications, and event operations.
• Manage participant onboarding, orientation, engagement, and ongoing support.
• Maintain program records, participant files, and operational documentation.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract high-potential entrepreneurs and venture founders.
• Promote the program through community outreach, networking, partnerships, presentations, and targeted marketing efforts.
• Manage application intake, screening, and participant selection processes.
• Coordinate interviews and review processes in collaboration with Federation staff and the JVenture Task Force.
• Support the development of a diverse and high-quality participant pipeline.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective participants.
• Recruit, engage, and steward mentors, subject matter experts, investors, and business leaders.
• Coordinate mentor matching and support productive mentor-founder relationships.
• Cultivate relationships with entrepreneurs, business leaders, community stakeholders, ecosystem partners, and service providers.
• Strengthen partnerships with Florida Atlantic University and other entrepreneurship resources.
• Identify opportunities to expand the entrepreneurial ecosystem available to participants.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and peer learning among founders.
• Coordinate workshops, speaker sessions, networking opportunities, site visits, and learning experiences.
• Manage logistics for cohort activities, mentor engagements, and special events.
• Coordinate participant pitch events, showcases, demo days, and public presentations.
• Ensure a high-quality participant experience across all program activities.
• Support the integration of Jewish values, ethics, leadership, and community-building throughout the participant experience.
• Track and maintain program metrics, participant outcomes, and impact data.
• Monitor key performance indicators related to participant engagement, venture growth, capital formation, and community impact.
• Prepare reports and impact summaries for Federation leadership, funders, donors, and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate program records and documentation.
• Utilize data and participant feedback to support continuous improvement and program refinement.
• Develop and maintain relationships with program alumni.
• Create opportunities for ongoing engagement, mentorship, networking, and collaboration among alumni.
• Support the development of an alumni network that contributes to the long-term sustainability of JVenture.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen participant retention, alumni engagement, and long-term community involvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of experience in entrepreneurship, startup ecosystems, venture support, business development, innovation programs, accelerator or incubator management, economic development, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects, programs, or entrepreneurial initiatives.
• Strong relationship-building, networking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with entrepreneurs, founders, mentors, investors, or startup communities preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies to improve productivity, project management, communications, research, content development, business operations, or program delivery.
• Strong understanding of emerging trends in entrepreneurship, innovation, technology, and artificial intelligence.
• Excellent organizational, communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.
• Experience coordinating events, workshops, cohort-based learning experiences, or leadership development programs.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and execution skills.
• Familiarity with the Palm Beach County business and entrepreneurial community preferred.
• Knowledge of Jewish communal organizations, Jewish values, and the local Jewish community preferred.
• Passion for entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership development, economic opportunity, and community building.

Benefits

• Opportunity to expand into a full-time position as JVenture grows