Associate Program Director

4 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada The Knowledge Society Full time

TKS is a global innovation program for the next generation of activators, scientists, and inventors. Our mission is to train unicorn people to impact billions. We’re not just an education company; we’re an accelerator to inspire young, ambitious minds to change the world. With students and alumni from over 500 cities, TKS is poised for impactful growth. We’re expanding our in-person programs (New York, Toronto, Dubai, Vancouver, Calgary), launching in new cities (San Francisco, Seattle, Miami, Doha, Riyadh), and recruiting top talent worldwide for our virtual programs.

Our alumni have started venture-backed companies, performed cutting-edge research, presented at the world's largest conferences, and are creating solutions to tackle important problems like maternal mortality, cancer, and energy access.

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Program Director

Associate Directors are responsible for supporting the Program Director to deliver the 10-month TKS program to 80-120 students. Our directors have a passion for unlocking potential, want to help make a difference in the world, and have unique backgrounds/experiences.

Program Facilitation: Collaborate with the Program Director to facilitate the program and deliver engaging weekly sessions to students.

Experiential Opportunities: Design and execute unique, hands-on learning experiences such as attending conferences, hosting guest speakers, and organizing tours of companies or labs, as feasible.

Stakeholder Communication: Serve as a primary point of contact for parents, mentors, and partners, ensuring timely and clear communication to align on program goals and student success.

Student Mentorship: Provide personalized mentorship, guidance, and constructive feedback to accelerate student growth in both project work and personal development.

Logistical Support: Assist the Program Director in managing logistics for unique student experiences, such as conferences, events, guest speaker sessions, and industry or lab tours.

Student Recruitment: Actively recruit driven and high-potential students by building relationships with schools, leveraging community networks, hosting information sessions, and developing strategic partnerships, alongside reviewing applications and conducting interviews to select the best candidates for the program.

Qualifications:

Experience: 2-5 years of professional work experience, preferably in education, technology, or program management.

Program Expertise: Experience in implementing and leading engaging programs or initiatives.

Passion for Education and Technology: A deep interest in education, emerging technologies, and cultivating the next generation of leaders and innovators.

Communication: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and connect with diverse groups of students, stakeholders, and partners.

Adaptability: Ability to adapt, figure things out, and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

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