San Francisco Chamber of Commerce · 1 month ago
Program Manager, Yes SF
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$85K/yr - $100K/yrThe San Francisco Chamber of Commerce is a civic innovation hub supporting founders and fostering collaboration within the city's ecosystem. The Program Manager will oversee the production and execution of programming, manage events, and coordinate partner relationships to ensure a well-supported community space.
Business DevelopmentNon ProfitProfessional Networking
Hiring Manager
Rodney Fong
Responsibilities
Produce Yes SF programming across panels, showcases, workforce convenings, partner activations, community gatherings, and rentals
Own end-to-end event execution including logistics, invoicing, run-of-show, vendors, A/V, room design, guest flow, staffing, and on-site production
Manage and maintain the programming calendar with strategy and precision
Deliver events that feel on brand, well-timed, and thoughtfully run
Serve as the operational lead for partners hosting events at Yes SF
Gather requirements, set expectations, and translate needs into actionable plans
Build warm, reliable relationships that support recurring collaboration
Maintain clear communication with partners, guests, contractors, and internal teams
Prepare event assets, copy, promo plans, and distribution timelines
Draft descriptions, manage postings, support social promotion, and track visibility
Ensure accuracy and consistency across public-facing materials
Oversee daily readiness of the headquarters
Manage room setup, technology, catering, guest flow, breakdown, and overall operations
Maintain inventory, vendor relationships, and systems that keep the space running smoothly
Develop ideas for formats, experiences, and community engagement
Track feedback and identify patterns that inform future programming
Bring creativity and experimentation while keeping execution reliable
Qualification
Required
Experience in program management, event production, community programming, or experiential roles
Strong operational instincts and comfort managing many moving parts
Skilled in logistics, vendor management, scheduling, and on-site production
Strong writing and communication skills
Experience supporting marketing workflows
High emotional intelligence, problem-solving, and calm under pressure
Creative thinker who can build meaningful experiences
Preferred
Background with coworking hubs, startup ecosystems, or civic spaces is a plus
Company
San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
San Francisco Chamber of Commerce is a preeminent business organization for advocacy, networking, and economic growth.
Founded in 1850
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageRecent News
2025-10-17
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