Partner, Programs Team

Camelback Ventures•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

The Partner will work with the VP of Program to ensure Camelback is delivering a relevant, rigorous, and best-in-class accelerator experience and extended mentorship and resources that supports the growth of entrepreneurs of color and women as they progress along the long arc of social entrepreneurship (0-10+ years) and meet hard goals (e.g., follow-on funding) and soft goals (e.g., high cohort culture). The Partner will hold a portfolio of Fellows that they directly coach and mentor, while assisting the program team with the implementation of programming, including the facilitation of sessions and workshops, selection processes, and collaborating with mentors and external experts. Program partners will also collaborate to develop and curate new experiences and programs for founders engaged in the Camelback Ventures network. They will also cultivate partnerships and with the investor community to help our fellows build the networks and relationships they need to secure follow-on funding for their ventures. In addition, they will assist the team in continuing to improve the design and development of a high-quality curriculum and scope and sequence that supports the growth of the founders and ventures in our program. In the Partner role, team members will all support, collaborate on, and facilitate the following bodies of work: Facilitate conversations and build relationships with Camelback Fellows, Alumni, current and potential funders, and external stakeholders to provide deeper support for the Camelback Alumni via in-person and virtual engagement, as well as relevant conferences and event participation Work with Program and other Camelback team members to plan, facilitate, and execute virtual and in person events, including Welcome and Closing weeks, Alumni engagement events, webinars and workshops, and the Guardian Summit Ongoing collaboration and support for the design and implementation of Camelback programs, including the Camelback Fellowship; Collaborate on the development and facilitation of program content, resources, curriculum, and experiences Co-Lead planning and implementation for ongoing Alumni engagement Support Programs team members to plan for and facilitate the Fellowship application and selection process Partner with Data & Strategy team to collect, document, and analyze data to inform assigned workstreams and programs; explore and stay up-to-date on current research related to entrepreneurial equity and support for social entrepreneurs of color and women Support the ongoing recruitment of potential Fellows and CBV network expansion Facilitate site visits and regional convenings between Camelback founders and aligned, area stakeholders Engage in thought leadership activities, including conference presentations, panels, and writing to amplify the Camelback Ventures brand and impact

Requirements

Experience in Coaching & Mentoring
Demonstrated track record of coaching, mentoring, or advising entrepreneurs, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds (people of color, women, non-binary founders).
Ability to provide actionable feedback, support leadership development, and foster growth mindsets.
Workshop & Event Facilitation
Proven experience designing and facilitating workshops, training sessions, or cohort-based learning experiences for adult learners.
Strong group facilitation and public speaking skills.
Curriculum Development
Experience developing, adapting, or delivering curriculum for entrepreneurship, leadership, or professional development programs.
Ability to tailor content to diverse audiences and learning styles.
Relationship-Building & Stakeholder Engagement
Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with investors, funders, community partners, and other stakeholders.
Experience in alumni engagement or network management.
Program Management
Strong project or program management skills, including planning, execution, and evaluation.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Data-Driven Decision-Making
Experience using data to inform program design, measure outcomes, and drive continuous improvement.
Comfort with data analysis tools and reporting.
Commitment to Equity & Social Entrepreneurship
Deep commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and social justice.
Understanding of the challenges faced by entrepreneurs from historically marginalized communities.
Collaboration & Teamwork
Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to contribute to organizational strategy, program design, and thought leadership.
Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field (e.g., business, education, nonprofit management, social sciences).

Nice To Haves

Advanced Education
Master’s degree in business, education, public policy, nonprofit management, or a related field.
Fundraising or Investor Relations
Experience in fundraising, grant writing, or managing investor relationships for social ventures or nonprofits.
Alumni Network Management
Experience designing or managing alumni engagement strategies, communities of practice, or professional networks.
Thought Leadership
Experience contributing to sector thought leadership through writing, speaking, or research on topics related to equity, entrepreneurship, or social innovation.
Sector Knowledge
Familiarity with the social entrepreneurship ecosystem, venture capital, or impact investing.
Technology & Digital Tools
Proficiency with digital collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Zoom, CRM systems, data visualization platforms).

Responsibilities

Engage and make connections between Camelback Alumni, Fellows, and investors and funders in New Orleans and other focus regions
Collaborate with Data and Strategy team to collect and analyze data from Camelback Fellows and Alumni; facilitate team discussions and reviews of Programs data
Lead engagement with Fellowship Coaches and Expert Bench; collaborate with Programs team, to design and implement support for Coaches and Expert Bench members; facilitate team discussions related to ways to engage Fellowship Coaches and Expert Bench members
Co-Lead the review and revision of Fellowship content and collaborate to update and enhance the Fellowship learning experience
Lead alumni engagement to ensure meaningful connections across the alumni network between founders and with external stakeholders and investors
Partner with Program team members to develop and implement alumni-wide revenue and sales strategy for Camelback founders
Partner to create and facilitate mentorship opportunities between Camelback Fellows and alumni and aligned, external stakeholders
Liaise with the Development team to build and facilitate connections between Camelback founders and investors
Design new content as necessary so programming is responsive to our founders’ needs (both current fellows and alumni)
Manage the curation and implementation of alumni workshops to be facilitated bi-monthly or quarterly as they align to the yearly Program calendar of events