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World Business Chicago · 14 hours ago

Program Manager

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$55K/yr - $65K/yr

2+ years exp

World Business Chicago (WBC) is a public-private, non-profit partnership that drives inclusive economic growth and job creation. The Program Manager plans and executes events and exchanges, cultivates relationships with partners both locally and abroad, and manages volunteer committees as part of the Global Strategic Initiatives team.

Business DevelopmentCommunitiesCRMGovernmentInformation TechnologyNon Profit

Diversity & Inclusion

Responsibilities

Provide support to GSI’s core initiatives, including the annual International Reception, Chicago Consular Corps Diplomatic Roundtable and the Chicago International Gala

Manage the relationship with and activities of CSCI’s volunteer committees (portfolio includes up to 8 committees)

Lead and project manage a diverse group of events and initiatives in the fields of international business, culture, education, and government relations

Develop and manage budgets for projects and committees

Create itineraries for international delegations in collaboration with city, public and private sector representatives

Work with internal teams on strategies for fundraising, marketing, and logistics

Act as a liaison with the Mayor’s Office of the City of Chicago, international contacts, Chicago Consular corps representatives, community organizations, and other Chicago-area institutions

Represent the organization at events

Provide administrative support for Finance, HR, and Development processes

Manage database of external partners and stakeholders

Prepare a variety of written correspondence, reports, directives, and other materials

Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Qualification

Event planningVolunteer managementProject managementDatabase managementCommunication skillsComputer skillsForeign language skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree or associate degree/certificate required

Must have two to four years of event planning experience and the ability to work across a variety of skill areas, including event planning, project management, and/or volunteer management

Self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as with a team; enjoys working with volunteers and helping them create and implement new initiatives

Strong organizational skills and a commitment to deliver against deadlines; ability to handle high priority and pressure situations

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with a wide range of individuals within and outside of WBC

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate to all levels of management

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Strong computer skills with expertise in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Ability and willingness to work some early mornings, evenings, and weekends, as needed

A passion for international relations and protocol