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Amy Cell LLC

Program Coordinator

Amy Cell LLC, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228


Do you have experience managing projects? Are you excited to contribute to building the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Michigan?

If so, read on!

About Michigan Founders Fund (MFF)

Michigan Founders Fund is the leading statewide network for high-growth founders and investors. We are composed of more than 150 founder and investor members who commit 1% equity or carry to a philanthropic fund that supports Michigan’s social sector. Focused on building a thriving and inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem, members represent a wide range of demographics and regions across the state. To support our mission, we design and implement founder-first programming to further relationship-building, startup advancement, and community impact, while coordinating statewide initiatives in talent development and ecosystem-building.

We operate as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a start-up culture, and we are excited to be growing quickly. We are a committed team united by a passion for uplifting high-growth startup founders that represent the state’s demographics as well as giving back to our local communities.

To learn more please visit www.michiganfoundersfund.org

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an energetic and driven candidate to support Michigan Founders Fund as a Program Coordinator. This role will be a critical and versatile member of the team, working closely with the Executive Director and other leadership to support strategic programming, stakeholder management, special projects, and events.

Key Responsibilities Include:Support the Executive Director (ED) with executing an engagement strategy focused on key stakeholders, including boards, advisors, members, and investorsAssist the ED with preparing for stakeholder meetings and events, including scheduling, preparing agendas, taking notes, drafting reports and presentations, and executing follow-upsDevelop and manage an internal ecosystem calendar of events and opportunities, for regional event awareness and identifying partnershipsSupport the leadership team with developing and managing strategic planning processes, special projects, and related communicationsCoordinate internal and external events, both in-person and online for startup founders and investors through collaborative programmingMaintain, update, and improve organizational processes and file managementTrack program-level goals and metrics and develop shareable reportsThis position occasionally requires work beyond typical business hours when necessary to participate in events or meet deadlinesAbout YouExperienced in project management, communications, event planning, and/or related fieldProficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace toolsHighly organized, detail oriented, and results drivenAble to effectively manage time and prioritize work to meet deadlinesCuriosity about the Michigan’s innovation ecosystem and energized to be a part of growing organizationCommitment to equity and creating pathways for underrepresented entrepreneursExcited to learn new skills and willing to flex into different areas of the organization to support the teamBased in Michigan, and able to travel throughout the state as neededFamiliarity with project management leading practices is preferredExperience planning and executing meetings and events is a plusExperience with process improvement and creative problem-solving skills is a plusAdditional Details

The Program Coordinator is estimated to start work in Fall 2024. This is a full-time position and is hybrid/remote-based (within the state of MI) with the requirement to travel to work with team members in Detroit, Ann Arbor, and other regions of MI as needed.

This position is salaried with health insurance benefits, 401(k), annual travel and professional development stipend, and generous PTO. Annual salary is estimated at $55,000 - $65,000, based on experience.

Michigan Founders Fund is committed to building a diverse workforce with an inclusive work environment, encompassing every level of the organization. MFF is an equal opportunity employer regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental ability, race, region, sexual orientation, or veteran status.