SEA Change is a social enterprise training program that cares about the well being of our communities. We help social entrepreneurs reach more people in a meaningful way, and support entrepreneurs in becoming a part of their local SE ecosystem by helping them:

Develop a sustainable business model
Solidify their meaningful social impact, and
Access funding (when possible)

Our primary focus is on start and early-stage scale organizations. We recognize there’s a need for support even when an idea is not fully formed and vetted, and often a gap in the ecosystem at this stage. After participating in our programming entrepreneurs have a clear path forward.

Our team values fun, honesty, learning, integrity, customer service, and we work as one team. We do what we say we're going to do, when we say we're going to do it. If all of this sounds up your alley… read on!

We are currently hiring for the following role(s)

CO Coordinator text:

We are currently in need of a passionate, detail-oriented, and self-motivated individual to help manage the 2025 Colorado SEA Change Accelerator Program.

How to Apply

Apply by April 25, 2025. Please submit your resume and cover letter (as a pdf attachment) to Charlene Emory-Proctor at cemory-proctor@seachng.org and make the email subject line “APPLICATION Program Coordinator - Your Name”.

Please address the following questions in your cover letter:

What assets are you bringing to this role?
What do you hope to gain if you join SEA Change for this season?

Details

Dates: 6/2/2025 – 12/31/2025

Hours/Week: 8- 10 hours per week with flexible hours (mostly remote). Candidate must be available for all of the below session dates:

In-person session

· Thursday, June 5th in the evening, time TBD

Virtual program sessions

Tuesday, July 15th 6:00-7:30pm MT
Monday, August 4th 8:00-10:00am MT
Monday, August 18th 6:00-7:30pm MT
Every Tuesday evening from 6:00-9:00pm MT August 19th-December 16th (we will not meet the Tuesday of holiday weeks – Labor Day September 2nd and Thanksgiving November 25th).
Thursday, December 11th 6:00-9:00pm MT

Location: This position is mostly virtual serving Colorado.
Compensation: $7,000 for the 7-month project (paid monthly)

Role Description

The SEA Change Program Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Colorado Market Manager in the planning and executionof our Colorado Signature Cohort program, recruitment and retentionof entrepreneurs and advisors from our target market, and planning and executing a pitch event at the culmination of the cohort experience. The Coordinator is responsible for many “behind the scenes” components of running a program (managing paperwork, space or virtual session logistics, access to online platforms, etc.) as well as some “forward facing” support tasks (communication with our participants, facilitators and mentors, etc.). The Program Coordinator will maintain the highest level of customer service communication to all involved parties.

Activities

Assist the Market Manager in the planning and execution of the 2025 Colorado Signature Cohort SEA Change Accelerator program. This includes aspects of recruitment, selection, implementation, event planning and logistics, data collections and follow up, and communication, etc. for the cohort.
The Coordinator will attend each week of the program and other virtual events (see list of dates above).
Assist in planning and execution of a final showcase event each year.
Regularly communicate via Slack and email with the participants of the program.
Participate in recruitment efforts. Attendance at in person events is necessary.
Participate in brainstorming and strategy sessions around program improvement and innovation.
Working closely with colleagues to update marketing materials and other needed collateral
Contributing to team efforts by accomplishing related results

Other Qualifications

The SEA Change Program Coordinator will have and maintain the following qualifications:

Excellent Customer Service Skills
Autonomous worker – internally motivated and highly organized
Interest in Social Enterprise and Nonprofit Management
Excellent Interpersonal skills
Presentation skills
Creativity - “Outside of the Box” thinker
Prioritization skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to function and communicate using a variety of technologies (G-Suite, Slack, Thinkific, project management software, etc.)
Interest in open and honest feedback cycles

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a start date of June 2, 2025.

Director of Programming text:

Director of Programming

APPLY BY SENDING YOUR RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO JOBS@SEACHNG.ORG

Start Date: ASAP

Hours/Week: Varied; this is equivalent to a 32 hour per week (full time) position with flexible, primarily work from home hours that will vary week to week throughout the year. You will have a lot of control over your schedule.

Compensation: $80-$85K; commensurate with experience.

Other details: This opportunity is primarily remote however it is crucial to note that there will be mandatory in-person meetings and events in multiple markets across the country. The Headquarters for SEA Change is in Columbus, Ohio.

Prospective candidates have reliable transportation, and dependable access to the internet and a computer equipped with video capabilities. Personal cell phone use is expected. Technical support is possible.

SEA Change welcomes and seeks out diverse opinions, backgrounds, and experiences in our staff.

About SEA Change:

SEA Change is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering and supporting social entrepreneurs across the nation. Through innovative programming, we provide the tools, resources, and community connections needed to drive sustainable social impact. As we expand, we are seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Programming to support our core initiatives.

Position Summary:

The Director of Programming will oversee the delivery and expansion of SEA Change's affiliate and Signaure Cohort programming. This role involves providing critical support to our affiliate network, managing and guiding Market Managers, and ensuring seamless and consistent program operations using key management tools. Working very closely with the Executive Director, the Director of Programming will also play a central role in shaping the strategic direction of our programs and identifying opportunities for growth.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Market Manager Support & Coordination

Oversee part-time Market Managers, each running their own Signature Cohort, ensuring they have the resources and support required for success.
Facilitate the use of Monday.com for program management and Thinkific.com as our Learning Management System, ensuring all program data and learning content is up-to-date and accurate.
Coordinate regular meetings with Market Managers to share insights, address challenges, and maintain consistent program quality across locations.
Travel as needed to meet with Market Managers and affiliates to offer in-person support and build stronger program ties.

2. Affiliate Support & Development

Act as the main point of contact for affiliates, offering guidance and resources to ensure successful program execution and alignment with SEA Change’s goals.
Provide ongoing support to affiliates, particularly during peak periods, ensuring their evolving needs are met with timely interventions.
Maintain and enhance training materials, tools, and resources to insure affiliate leadership and program delivery.

3. Program Expansion & Strategic Growth

Collaborate with the Executive Director on strategy development, focusing on identifying and seizing new opportunities for program expansion and social entrepreneur support.
Lead efforts to scale programming, support new affiliate partnerships, and assess the impact of existing initiatives.
Track program performance and use data-driven insights to refine program strategy and execution.
Provide regular reports to SEA Change leadership, presenting key performance metrics, program outcomes, and strategic recommendations.

Technology & Systems Oversight:

Ensure all Market Managers effectively use Monday.com for tracking program tasks, timelines, and communications.
Manage Thinkific.com, ensuring the learning modules for cohorts are current, well-organized, and easily accessible to participants.
Provide ongoing training and support to Market Managers and affiliates in the use of these platforms and all others, troubleshooting as necessary.

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in program management, nonprofit leadership, or a related field, with proven success in growing and scaling initiatives and leading teams.
Proficient in project management tools (experience with Monday.com is a plus) and Learning Management Systems.
Strong leadership, communication, customer service, and strategic planning skills.
Comfortable working with remote teams and traveling as needed for program support.
A passion for social entrepreneurship and a commitment to SEA Change’s mission to support changemakers nationwide.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and 401K
Flexibility with a remote or hybrid working environment.
Opportunities for growth and professional development in a mission-driven, collaborative organization.
The chance to play a key role in expanding programming that impacts social entrepreneurs across the nation.

Applications open on March 17, 2025 and are reviewed on a rolling basis. Interviews will take place starting the week of April 7.

(Whew! That was a lot. If you got this far - WELL DONE!!! Include the word “lemon” in your application and you’ll have a leg up on the competition. Hope to hear from you soon!)

Partnerships Manager

Applications Open: Current
Applications Close: Once filled
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: $18,000 per year + $1,000 commission per sale. Open to contract, contract to hire, or direct hire (with trial period).
Other details: Part-time, flexible schedule, work from home.

Description

The SEA Change Partnership Manager is responsible for identifying good-fit B2B customers, building relationships between Partners & SEAC, and acquiring (“closing”) the sale of new business (referred to as “Affiliate Partners”). Success in this position will be considered not only by reaching and surpassing the SEA Change annual revenue and associated impact growth goals (as set by the Executive Director and approved by the Board of Directors), but by the reputation of SEA Change in the markets in which the Manager will work.

The Partnership Manager will be provided with an initial prospect list from prior research, but once this list is exhausted will be the primary individual responsible for researching, prospecting, and qualifying potential partners, with support from other staff as available. Ongoing training and coaching will be provided to ensure alignment with messaging and operational capacity and values.

This role will start on a probationary period of 3 months, to ensure alignment with expectations on both sides around performance, salary, hours, and all other aspects of the job.

Activities

Researching and prospecting Potential Partners
Qualifying leads and creating strong relationships with key Partner stakeholders
Identifying whether the Affiliate will benefit from our programming
Working with the Executive Director to determine whether the Affiliate will be a beneficial partner for SEAC
Understanding and effectively communicating SEAC’s value proposition, processes, and current partnerships
Educating leads about SEAC programming & begin demonstrating value early to root out any potential misalignment
Closing sales that align with both revenue AND impact goals
All other activities as needed to close the sale when aligned
Remaining in contact with colleagues after the sale to ensure the highest level of customer support during the handoff
Working closely with the SEAC Executive Director to ensure alignment of programmatic capacity with the pace of sales
Tracking all time in the SEAC time management software (Toggl)
Tracking all communications and progress towards goals in the SEAC CRM software (Nutshell)
Communicating with the SEAC Executive Director re: lessons learned via the process
Periodic reporting providing key business insights. Typical reporting will include but not be limited to compiling demand generation, pipeline forecast and trends, conversion rates, market segmentation, win/loss, projected sales volume and timing, and age – this data is contained within the CRM system
Contributing to continuous improvement around target market; providing data and recommendations needed to continue to narrow focus for lead research
Working closely with colleagues on marketing materials and other needed collateral (as needed)
Providing recommendations around automation and other efficiency opportunities in the Partnership Development process (as needed)
Contributing to team effort by accomplishing related results (as needed)

Other Qualifications

The SEA Change Partnership Manager will have and maintain the following qualifications:

Exceptional Partnership and Relationship building capabilities, regardless of the likelihood of close of sale
Excellent Customer Service Skills
Basic – middle level understanding of marketing techniques (A/B testing, etc.)
Experience with closing dealflow; bringing revenue to their employer
Energetic, Persuasive, and able to demonstrate the ability to close the sale
Autonomous worker – internally motivated
Interest in Social Enterprise
Excellent Interpersonal skills
Presentation skills
Prospecting skills
Creativity
Proficient at analyzing data, building reporting, and making strategic recommendations based on data and trends
Keen business sense, with the ability to find creative business-oriented solutions to problems
Prioritization skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly Organized
Ability to function and communicate using a variety of technologies (email, Slack, project management software, etc.)
Creative – “Outside of the Box” thinker
Interest in open and honest feedback cycles

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Market Manager - Colorado

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Start Date: ASAP

Hours/Week: Varied; this is equivalent to a 16-20 hour per week position with flexible, primarily work from home hours that will vary week to week throughout the year. You will have a lot of control over your schedule.

Compensation: $25 - $30K; commensurate with experience.

Other details: This opportunity is primarily remote however it is crucial to note that there will be mandatory in-person meetings and events, and applicants without a current Colorado network will not be considered.

Summary:

The Signature Cohort

The Colorado Market Manager plays a crucial role in implementing the SEA Change Signature Cohort program, adhering to SEA Change's best practices. The manager's responsibilities include sourcing and retaining talented entrepreneurs and skilled volunteer Advisors from the target market, as well as overseeing the planning and execution of the culminating Showcase Event that concludes the Cohort experience. The expectation is that the Manager will implement a minimum of one Signature Cohort per year.

The Affiliate Partner Program

The Colorado Market Manager will also provide critical support and leadership for the implementation of Affiliate Partner SEA Change Accelerators, with a particular focus on those located in regions operating in the Western half of the United States.

Network Expansion

The Market Manager's strong local network within the entrepreneurial and social impact spheres is a significant asset to this role. Collaborating with the SEA Change HQ Office staff, the Market Manager will identify and cultivate promising prospects for large-scale partnerships and funding relationships. Additionally, the Market Manager will take an active role in recruiting volunteers and participants by attending various local entrepreneur-oriented events.

The Colorado Market Manager will maintain the highest level of “customer service” communication to all involved parties.

Program Manager

Applications Open: March 15, 2021
Applications Close: Once filled
Start Date: ASAP
Salary + benefits: $40,000 - $45,000 per year (dependent on fit) + employer contribution into a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
Other details: Full-time role, flexible schedule, work from home (hybrid once safe).

Description

The SEA Change Program Manager will be integrally involved with the three delivery methods of the SEA Change curriculum, as well as recruitment and retention of volunteer subject matter experts (SMEs). Attendance at many local social enterprise and business-oriented events (GiveBackHack, Startup Week, SE Catalyst Pitch Events, #BlkHack, Festival For Good, etc.) for volunteer and participant recruitment will be required. The Program Manager will maintain the highest level of “customer service” communication to all involved parties.

The hours will vary, although will average a full time week, and the work schedule will be flexible. The primary components of this role are as follows:

Primary: Planning and execution of the Signature Cohort (an in-person Social Enterprise accelerator program) which will run once or twice per year. The Program Manager will participate in every aspect of recruitment, selection, implementation, follow up, and communication, etc. for the in-person cohort. The Program Manager will attend each week of the program (currently online; in person when it’s safe), and will plan and execute a final pitch event at the end of each cohort. The Signature Cohort also requires:
1. Creating and implementing an alumni engagement program.
2. Implementing a volunteer recruitment and engagement program.
Secondary: The curriculum is available as a licensed product for organizations that want to implement it on their own - “Affiliate Partners.” Through a variety of packages, we offer support to those organizations – phone calls, in person training, and on occasion, running their cohort. The Program Manager will be responsible for all aspects of these partnerships and will be expected to provide the highest level of customer service to all individuals involved. The potential for bonus salary exists, aligned with Affiliate retention.
Tertiary: The modules are also available online for individuals who are not local and/or who do not get accepted into the in person cohort in Columbus. The Program Manager will be responsible for monitoring of online software and aligning volunteers to review online submissions, and other tasks as needed.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will have exceptional attention to detail, customer service, and communication skills, and will be self-motivated and highly organized.

Other Desired Qualities:

Desire to participate in a fast-paced accelerator program
Interest in Social Enterprise
Quick learner
Desire to learn program development, and/or experience in this area
Autonomous worker
Prioritization skills
Experience with volunteer management
Ability to function and communicate using a variety of technologies (email, Slack, project management software, etc.)
Problem Solver
Values data
Creative – “Outside of the Box” thinker
Interest in open and honest feedback cycles

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