SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity)

SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity)

Program Manager, Alternative Investments Fellowship Program (AIFP)

New York, New York, United States · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$71k-$83kDetected 1 day ago
Project ManagementSEOSalesforceCRMExcelLogisticsRecruitingCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingCritical ThinkingMentoringOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • At times, this position may work with the Project Manager for the other programs in the

Responsibilities

  • Support the end-to-end coordination of AIFP programming, including scheduling, logistics, communications, and event execution for workshops, bootcamps, roadshows, partner-led sessions, and other program touchpoint.
  • Maintain and update program calendars, participant trackers, coach schedules, and operational documentation to ensure the Associate Director and the broader team have accurate, real-time visibility into program status and upcoming deliverables.
  • Support the coordination of partner-led events, including materials preparation, firm communications, and post-event follow-up, in collaboration with the Partnerships and Events teams.
  • Support the Associate Director in managing work streams across the Alternative Investments portfolio, tracking progress against program milestones, flagging risks or delays, and helping to keep deliverables on schedule.
  • Liaise with the Pathways team to coordinate participant readiness updates, ensure timely information-sharing about candidate pipeline status, and support the matching and placement process for AIFP participants.
  • Skilled at working across teams - including coaches, Career Mentors, the Pathways team, and external vendors - to coordinate support, share information, and drive cohesive program outcomes.
  • A strong team player who builds trust through follow-through and clear communication.
  • Able to manage shifting priorities, respond to unexpected changes, and contribute constructively to a team navigating a dynamic, deadline-driven program environment.
  • The Program Manager, Alternative Investments supports the Associate Director, Alternative Investments and Senior Resident, AIFP in the day-to-day coordination and execution of SEO's Alternative Investments programming for the Alternative Investment Fellowship Program (AIFP).
  • Coordinate with the Program Manager supporting Level Up: Alternative Investments and Investment Academy to support the pipeline for alternative investments roles, ensuring scheduling and logistics are aligned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution required.
  • Comfortable operating with a degree of autonomy on coordination tasks.
  • experience in nonprofit, education, or financial services a plus.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams, track deliverables, and coordinate across stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
  • candidates with a demonstrated interest in the industry and an understanding of the career landscape are encouraged to apply.
  • Passion for SEO's Mission: A deep curiosity and awareness of the barriers to entry and obstacles for career launch in the alternative investments industry, and a dedication to closing opportunity gaps.
  • Project Management: Highly organized and process-oriented, with a demonstrated ability to manage program logistics, track multiple workstreams simultaneously, and keep a team running smoothly. Comfortable building and maintaining systems that create operational clarity.
  • Collaboration: Skilled at working across teams - including coaches, Career Mentors, the Pathways team, and external vendors - to coordinate support, share information, and drive cohesive program outcomes. A strong team player who builds trust through follow-through and clear communication.
  • Attention to Detail: Meticulous in data management, communications, and logistics
  • understands that operational precision is foundational to a high-quality participant experience and credible program reporting.

Nice to have

  • Proficient in MS365, Box, Monday.com, and Excel
  • experience with Salesforce or comparable CRM and tracking platforms a plus
  • 3-5 years of professional experience in program coordination, project management, operations, or a related field
  • Familiarity with or interest in alternative investments, private equity, or financial services preferred
  • Experience with CRM or program management tools (e.g., Salesforce, Monday.com) a plus
  • strong proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
  • Technical Proficiency: Proficient in MS365, Box, Monday.com, and Excel

Skills

  • Draft written content for participant communications, program marketing materials, newsletters, and engagement updates.

Compensation

  • $70,500 - $83,000

Benefits

  • We are constantly working to improve our benefits each year based on the needs of our employees.
  • We value wellness and strive to put people first and foremost.
  • Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an
  • Founded in 1963 during the Civil Rights Movement, SEO closes educational and career opportunity gaps for 7,000 ambitious young people annually.

Company info

  • At SEO we are committed to cultivating a team that embodies the backgrounds and experiences of the constituencies we serve and the communities we live in, and a workplace that reflects the impact we make in the world.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/D/V.
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