Program Manager- Membership & Events

Employment Process Group • Chicago, IL

6h • $30 • Onsite

About The Position

As Membership & Events Program Manager, you will plan, coordinate, and execute community programs and events that strengthen member engagement and partner collaboration. This role is ideal for a warm, organized, and proactive self-starter who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys bringing ideas to life from concept through execution. You will play a central role in creating welcoming, inclusive, and professionally run experiences that build community and advance SketchPad's mission.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in program coordination, event planning, community engagement, or related field
• Experience working in or with nonprofit, community-based, or mission-driven organizations
• Familiarity with and appreciation for Chicago's Jewish community and organizational landscape
• Comfortable welcoming guests, facilitating logistics, and troubleshooting in real time
• Proficiency in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office; ability to learn new tools such as event platforms, CRM systems, and Canva
• Availability for occasional evenings and weekends for events
• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds as needed

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute member programs, workshops, community gatherings, and partner-hosted events
• Serve as the primary contact for all program logistics, including scheduling, invoicing, and coordination of space, technology, and food
• Welcome and host speakers, facilitators, partners, and guests to ensure a warm, inclusive, and professional experience
• Coordinate with members and external partners to communicate and uphold event policies and logistics
• Order, organize, and maintain program and event supplies
• Track attendance, gather participant feedback, and support post-event follow-up
• Lead community-building communications, outreach, and relationship management efforts
• Represent SketchPad at community events and meetings as needed

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation of $30 or more, based on experience
• Flexible, part-time schedule (approximately 20 hours per week)
• Growth opportunities within a dynamic, mission-driven organization
• Collaborative, community-focused work environment
• Opportunity to play a key role in strengthening engagement and building meaningful community connections

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed