Program Manager
Are you looking to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives? Junior Achievement’s YES! (Your Economic Success) Day program brings real-world learning into middle schools, connecting classroom lessons to future success through hands-on activities in career exploration, STEM, personal finance, and more.
Impact
Reporting to the Manager of YES! Learning Experiences, the Program Manager will lead the coordination and delivery of engaging YES! Day events across 30+ schools in NEPA. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, excels at managing details, and is passionate about empowering students through real-world learning experiences. While the role requires regular in-office presence to support team collaboration and program delivery, it offers a flexible weekly schedule and lighter summer hours aligned with the school calendar.
Primary Responsibilities:
What You’ll Do:
● Lead the planning and execution of YES! Day events
● Supervise and support YES! Day staff and volunteers
● Coordinate logistics with schools and community partners
● Ensure program quality and implement evaluation strategies
● Represent JA NEPA in the community with professionalism and enthusiasm
Qualifications (required)
Ideal Candidate:
● Passionate about youth development and education
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
● A proactive multitasker with strong organizational skills
● Program management, event planning or team coordination experience preferred
Qualifications (desired)
At Junior Achievement of NEPA, we provide career-connected learning that combines academic instruction with real world experiences and application. Our team is passionate about empowering students through hands-on learning experiences that build confidence, and we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to succeed. If you're energized by meaningful work and thrive in a supportive, purpose-driven environment, you'll feel right at home here.
Application Process
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