What are the responsibilities and job description for the Participant Manager position at OSI Engineering, Inc.?
Summary
Our client is seeking a driven, independent Participant Manager to lead the acquisition and outreach of prospective participants for their Advanced Manufacturing Center (AMC). This role is responsible for executing multi-channel outreach campaigns to recruit small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and students, translating the core vision of the AMC into relatable messaging, and designing compliant candidate assessment processes.
Responsibilities
Lead multi-channel outreach and recruitment strategies to secure small-to-medium-sized business (SMB) and student participants for the AMC.
Conduct comprehensive market research to identify optimal channels for reaching eligible SMBs and students.
Plan, execute, and facilitate social media outreach alongside other inquiry-generating activities.
Translate the core vision of the AMC into compelling, relatable messaging and clearly communicate benefits to potential participants.
Collaborate across cross-functional teams to design and implement candidate assessment processes aligned with organizational policy.
Plan and coordinate venues, resources, and logistics for business conventions and events.
Requirements
5 years of proven experience in implementing high-impact, successful promotion and outreach programs targeting SMBs, start-ups, and students.
Deep passion for supporting and developing SMBs and startup ecosystems.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while thriving in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment.
Highly collaborative and results-focused with a strong work ethic and high integrity.
Data-driven mindset with strong analytical skills to measure outreach effectiveness.
Experience in planning and scheduling venues and resources for professional business conventions.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent relevant industry experience (startup or SMB background preferred).
Location: Houston, TX (On-site)
Duration: 6-Month Contract (with potential extension)
Pay Rate: $42 - $57 / hour (DOE)
Salary : $42 - $57