Program Associate

Who We Are

YJP is an innovative non-profit organization striving to be a catalyst of the success and philanthropy of the Jewish community for generations to come. Founded in 2009, YJP provides exclusive opportunities for young Jewish professionals in New York to access the top mentors in their field as well as a community of like-minded rising stars. YJP has created thriving young professional communities in the areas of Real Estate, Finance, Media/Entertainment, Technology, Healthcare, Law, Retail/Merchandising, Human Resources, and more.

With a team of driven professionals who are passionate about fostering the next generation of Jewish business leaders and philanthropists, YJP offers a hybrid work environment to employees based in the NYC area. The organization is committed to providing a positive and supportive experience for its employees while continually offering opportunities for professional development and career growth.

The Opportunity

The role of Program Associate is a vital role in YJP’s Programs Team and the larger Community Department, which houses the Programs Team. This role reports directly to the Programs Manager and is responsible for driving the content and execution of YJP’s programs. This role is part of a team of Associates, with each Associate being assigned to different industries, which provides plenty of opportunity for collaboration and idea-sharing. The Program Associate will work on a hybrid work schedule, having two-to-three on-site days per week. The Program Associate will also attend in-person events on weekdays and weeknight evenings as needed to ensure the smooth execution of assigned programs. YJP’s office and events are located in Manhattan.

What You Will Do

• Research, invite, and confirm qualified speakers for upcoming programs in multiple assigned industries (programs include virtual sessions, in-person roundtables, dinners, panels, and more)
• Continually learn about assigned industries and keep up with industry news and key stakeholders
• Plan and execute the content of the programs in your assigned industries (includes discussion topics, agenda, speakers/moderators, and more
• Attend assigned programs to ensure smooth execution and build/grow speaker relationships
• Conduct pre-program preparatory meetings with speakers and moderators to ensure that the format, content, and goals of the program are communicated and understood
• Collaborate with the Development Department to ensure that the speakers being confirmed for programs fit within the development strategy
• Confirm attendees for VIP Sessions who qualify to participate as future speakers
• Assist the Development Department with speaker introductions and post-event follow-up
• Identify and engage appropriate attendees for your assigned programs in collaboration with the Membership Team
• Collaborate with the Membership Team to provide programming for industry chapters
• Assigned industries may be changed at any time and additional industries may be added as needed to support YJP’s growing program schedule
• Additional duties as assigned

Requirements

About You

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong research skills and understanding of major industry topics and trends
• Ability to confidently deliver involvement opportunity pitches via phone or face-to-face meeting
• Comfortable speaking in public/addressing large groups
• Proven work ethic and extreme attention to detail
• Positive, can-do attitude
• Exhibits community-first mindset at all times
• Supportive team member
• Knowledge and understanding of the nonprofit space and membership-based organizations
• Self-motivated with the ability to problem-solve independently
• Excellent time-management and prioritization skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably with a liberal arts focus.
• Previous experience in non-profits and/or business event content planning/execution/management is preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience such as customer service, event planning, fundraising, etc. including customer-facing experience
• Familiarity with the Jewish calendar and traditions or willingness to learn

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for travel, medical, and dependent care expenses
• Monthly employer contribution to travel FSA to assist with travel expenses
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Jewish Holidays, some Federal holidays)
• Family Leave
• Training & Development
• Work From Home
• Free Food & Snacks