Ball State University · 1 day ago
Program Manager, Humanities in Action
Muncie, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$50K/yr - $55K/yr
2+ years expBall State University is seeking a Program Manager for their Humanities in Action Program, which provides paid internships for humanities majors. The Program Manager will be responsible for managing internship placements, supporting students, and maintaining relationships with nonprofit partners to ensure successful internship experiences.
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Responsibilities
Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with nonprofit organizations in collaboration with the program leads
Provide guidance and coaching for students participating in Humanities in Action Program
Manage the internship application process, including reviewing applications, tracking eligibility, and determining appropriate student placements
Develop, deliver, and manage professional development programming for internship students
Maintain accurate program records, including internship placements and student hours; evaluate for grant compliance
Establish and maintain internship agreements with nonprofit partner organizations
Serve as a liaison between students, faculty, and nonprofit partner organizations to ensure clear communication, and appropriate program management and consultation
Collaborate with program leads to develop marketing and outreach strategies to recruit students and expand nonprofit organizational partnerships
Work with program leads as needed, such as analyzing data, developing report, supporting program assessment, and coordinating scheduling of the internship course
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (humanities, education, nonprofit management, community development, or related discipline)
Demonstrated knowledge of, and/or experience in the nonprofit sector
At least two years experience in program coordination, career development, and/or student services
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and external partners
Preferred
Master's degree in a relevant field
Experience developing and sustaining community partnerships
Experience working in higher education and with college students
Benefits
Paid 24 vacation days
12 sick days
10 holidays a year
Paid parental leave (6 weeks)
Affordable health and dental insurance
Robust long-term disability and life insurance plans
A range of retirement benefits
Cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State
Cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree
Cover 80 percent of your graduate tuition
Company
Ball State University
Ball State University is a public research university offers bachelor's degrees and graduate programs.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$37.13MKey Investors
Ball Brothers FoundationLilly EndowmentU.S. Department of Education
2024-11-02Grant· $0.06M
2023-12-14Grant· $35M
2023-09-12Grant· $2M
Leadership Team
Anand Marri
Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs
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