Program Manager, Run the Future

About Run the Future

Run the Future teaches students how to solve real-world problems by using the entrepreneurial process as a framework to tackle complex challenges and cultivate durable skills, preparing them to thrive in college and career pathways. Our vision is to foster a generation of innovators who have the confidence and skills to create the future they want for themselves.

About the Role

We are seeking an entrepreneurial and detail-oriented Program Manager to own the full lifecycle of internal and external projects. This role will be responsible for translating high-level objectives into actionable plans and managing them through to completion by building out schedules, aligning stakeholders, and proactively identifying roadblocks to ensure projects are delivered reliably and on schedule.

This is the right role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment and is excited to build and refine systems to ensure our program management practices are efficient, scalable, and adaptable. This role will report to the Senior Project Manager.

Core responsibilities

As the Program Manager, you will be accountable for the following:

Program Implementation (60%): Deliver high-impact experiences by serving as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of school, district, and nonprofit partners and managing the end-to-end execution of program implementations.

• Manage project timelines and implementation milestones, resulting in a positive student and facilitator experience.
• Lead regular partner meetings to build relationships, provide thought partnership, and ensure quality delivery.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to provide high-quality support to students and facilitators, ensuring questions are resolved quickly and feedback is synthesized to improve the overall user experience.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve partner materials (e.g, student engagement materials, toolkits, or onboarding resources).
• Lead and co-facilitate virtual and in-person trainings and Communities of Practice to ensure partners are prepared for program implementation.

• Coordinate partner-facing events, such as student pitch competitions or professional development workshops, to drive successful program implementation.
• Capture insights that help us improve learner and teacher experiences
• Identify opportunities to expand partnerships and initiate renewal conversations to drive an 80% partner renewal rate.

Cross-team coordination and project management (30%): Operationalize organization goals by owning the planning, execution, and documentation of cross-functional projects.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, while collaborating with colleagues on different teams
• Partner with team to define project scope, objectives, resources, and deliverables and manage project documentation
• Craft clear project plans and track progress to ensure projects stay on track and within budgetary and other constraints
• Proactively anticipate potential project roadblocks, identify and analyze risks early, and propose solutions before issues escalate
• Facilitate clear communication across all project stakeholders, keeping everyone informed of progress, action items, and key decisions

Special projects (10%): Working in close alignment with the Senior Project Manager,lead high priority projects that enhance our program’s reach and efficacy, such as architecting systems to increase team capacity or executing on emerging strategic priorities to help fulfill our organization’s goals and mission.

This role is for you if:

• Have 5+ years of professional work experience with a track record of success, ideally in program management, project management, or customer success
• Excel in an ambiguous and dynamic environment and can effectively juggle multiple time-sensitive tasks at once
• Have a proven track record of delivering successful customer implementations in collaboration with internal and external teams
• Have experience facilitating professional development for adult learners
• Are a strong communicator who is able to work across the team to move projects forward and communicate ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Exhibit a problem-solving mindset, a strong sense of curiosity, and a passion for building expertise quickly and staying up-to-date on the latest trends in education and learning technologies.
• Have proficiency with Google Workspace and project management, communication, and automation tools (e.g., Airtable, Asana, Notion, Zapier)
• Have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Have the ability to travel (~10%) to attend team retreats, lead in-person facilitator workshops, and support high-stakes program events like student pitch competitions
• Experience working on remote teams and in education, nonprofit, or social impact organizations is a plus.

What you'll get:

• Salary range of $80,000 - $100,000 per year depending on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits
• Paid vacation and sick time, plus organizationally-observed holidays throughout the year
• Access to optional benefits such as 401(k) Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA/FSA, pet insurance, etc.
• Stipends to partially cover phone and internet costs, home office set-up, and wellness
• Team retreats and meetings during the year to meet your teammates or see our work in-person

Our Core Values:

We’re committed to living our organization's core values:

• CREATE 🌎 We create to make a transformative difference in the world. We are eternally optimistic and develop game-changing solutions.
• LOVE ❤️ We do this work because we believe in the tremendous talent and human potential of all; we seek to discover, engage, and celebrate everyone's unique "superpowers." We seek out and lean into diverse ideas, joyful debates, and direct feedback.
• GROW 🌱 We have an insatiable curiosity, love big challenges, and aren't afraid to fail. We accelerate growth and impact so change agents and change efforts reach their fullest potential.
• LAUGH 😄 We laugh often and out loud; creativity is best fostered when we are having fun! We defer judgment so we can all laugh, dance, sing, and express "like no one is watching."
• DARE 🚀 We dare to dream big, take bold action, and challenge the impossible. We embrace risk, push boundaries, and step into the unknown with strength and courage, knowing that growth lies beyond comfort.

Work environment:

Although our team works remotely, you are expected to engage in overnight travel at least 2x throughout the year to various US cities to meet up with other team members (in-person retreats, other program-related meetings and events), and be ready to play an active role in contributing to our collaborative, inclusive culture.

We’re looking for applicants who are comfortable working remotely and who have experience successfully collaborating with team members across different time zones. Your core working days and hours will be M-F from 8am-6pm, with the ability to flex according to workload, scheduled calls and in-person/virtual meetings.

About Cambiar Education

We turn innovative ideas into action and impact. We created Cambiar to change the marketplace for education innovation to prove undeniably that every student can succeed and thrive. Cambiar operates at the speed of innovation, propelling 100+ groundbreaking ventures led by founders with unshakeable optimism and courage; building in-house initiatives that serve 27+ million students in areas with the greatest potential for change; and cultivating a formidable community of connected ventures, anchored in our commitment to creating solutions for the most vulnerable youth. Visit us at cambiareducation.org and follow us on LinkedIn.

Our Equal Opportunity Employer Intentions:

At Cambiar Education, we believe everyone can make a positive impact. To support that view, we aim to cultivate an inclusive workplace that champions educational success for all and advances the communities we serve. We believe that a variety of perspectives and experiences strengthens our community and enhances our impact. Our commitment to provide an environment free from discrimination and harassment, where every individual feels respected and valued, underscores our mission of creating life changing impact for one million youth.

Cambiar Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles, including braids, locks, and twists), ethnicity, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age (40 and over), protected medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, disability (mental and physical), reproductive health decision-making, medical leave or other types of protected leave (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, use of cannabis off the job and away from the workplace, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotions, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Together, we can create a welcoming environment that empowers every member of our community.