Program Manager
New Haven, CT | Fully On-site | Temp to Hire Schedule: Monday Friday, 8am 4:30pm Salary: $70,000 100,000, based on experience
In partnership with a longstanding client of ours, we are seeking a detail oriented, independent, and driven Program Manager to build and lead core programming initiatives to help build out early stage processes and engagement. Requirements
Bachelors or Masters Degree
3+ years of experience in Operations, Administration, or Program Management
Experience coordinating and planning events
Experience with digital media platforms including social media and websites
The Ideal Candidate Is:
Independent, proactive self-starter who can operate with minimal direction
Strong ability to work in ambiguous, startup-like environments
Strategic thinker with strong execution and follow-through
Proven experience managing or running programs end-to-end
Comfortable taking initiative, solving problems, and knowing when to escalate
Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skill
Responsibilities
Lead planning and execution of programming including speaker series, seminars, and conferences
Build and maintain program structure, workflows, and operational cadence
Oversee advancement and growth of program initiatives aligned with organizational mission and goals
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders across academic and research communities
Support branding and visibility efforts, including early-stage social media and website content management
Collaborate with leadership and finance partners to manage budgets and ensure fiscal responsibility
Identify opportunities for process improvement, program enhancement, and increased engagement
Support tracking and reporting systems to monitor program performance and impact
Build and execute structured calendar of events, seminars, and speaker programs
Establish foundational branding and outreach strategy
Develop early-stage social media presence and communications plan
Create operational systems and workflows to support program growth
Ensure consistent execution of early programming initiatives
In future phases, support partnership development, grant-related activities, and external funding initiatives