Temporary Program Manager - New Hampshire

To be considered for this position, please upload your resume and cover letter at the prompt.

Founded in 1955, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world, with more than 120,000 members. NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies.

I. MAJOR FUNCTIONS:

Under the strategic direction of the Executive Director, the Events and Program Manager will be responsible for coordinating regular Chapter programming such as our continuing education program, conference sponsorship/exhibitor program, and CE approval program.

This person reports to the Executive Director.

II. BASIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Chapter Programming & Events:

Organize programming and events with input from the Executive Director, Clinical Committee Chair, Continuing Education Chair, and other Chapter staff and member committees and commissions that meet the needs of social workers in macro and clinical settings. Work includes event marketing and managing sponsors and exhibitors.

Core programming and events include:

Maintains files for projects, correspondence, contracts signed by the ED, and other files.

Annual Conference

• Maintains the sales plan for sponsors, exhibitors, and advertisers (SEAs)
• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing SEAs
• Distribute marketing materials for potential attendees and SEAs 

Communications and Planning with Stakeholders including Members, Board Members, and Community Partners

• Responds to inquiries from membership and route calls in accordance with established guidelines.
• Reviews, responds and delegates CEU approval applications in collaboration with the CEU Approval Committee.
• Interacts with Chapter EDs and Chapter staff and Chapter Board and Committee Members on a variety of issues and initiatives.
• Performs research and analysis on a variety of topics based on the needs of the ED and the Chapter. Subjects may include general information gathering on association and industry trends, vendor information, and other topics as needed.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as needed.

III. MINIMUM WORK REQUIREMENTS:

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including the ability to effectively communicate and make presentations to a wide variety of audiences.
• Ability to lead and collaborate in a complex environment with multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage a wide array of business related services.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative business relationships and to build credibility and trust throughout the organization.
• Strong problem identification skills, including the ability to problem solve and generate creative solutions, exercise common sense and sound judgment, and make effective decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• Detail oriented and the ability to think critically.
• Customer service and communication.
• Ability to work independently, but also as part of multiple teams.

Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of Graphic design (Canva) preferred, but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of related work experience, preferably at a professional association and/or nonprofit setting.
• Minimum of 3-years’ experience and responsibility for organizing events or similar activities.
• Sales, marketing, and budgeting.

IV. ATTRIBUTES:

• Results driven: This individual sees the big picture, assists with the development and monitoring of key performance metrics to produce the desired results.
• Strong business acumen: This individual sees opportunities and emerging trends, and is knowledgeable about the operations, unique needs, and goals specific to member-driven, not-for-profit organizations.
• Firm and fair leadership: This individual will work with a wide range of staff, colleagues, and members, requiring a firm, fair, and flexible style that both complements the efforts and supports the needs of others.
• Partnership: This individual is able to build trust internally and externally and must be viewed as highly professional, discreet, and accountable.
• Organizational agility: This individual has a thoughtful, respectful communication style that fosters an open environment, enabling thought-provoking discussions and collaborative decision making.
• Perceptive: This individual is creative and intuitively recognizes opportunities and takes appropriate action.

This is a temporary position and is eligible to enroll in our 401(k) plan, with pre-tax and post-tax options available.

NASW is an equal opportunity employer.  As such, NASW is committed to promoting and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees.  The selection of personnel, including new hires and promotions, will be on the basis of qualifications designed to ensure appointments of persons able to effectively discharge the duties and responsibilities of their position.  The Association will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  The Association will also abide by applicable Affirmative Action requirements mandated by any federal contracts.

Salary : $20 - $25