Summary
esp is looking to hire a Program Fellow for our fulltime team. The Program Fellow role is structured to provide learning and handson experience in nonprofit work to a new professional while helping esp advance its mission. The esp Program Fellow will support the planning execution and evaluation of key programs working closely with Coordinators and Senior Staff to drive programmatic goals across all 4 cities. This role involves assisting with project management helping to build relationships with stakeholders and ensuring the success of programs across the state. The fellow will gain handson experience in program development and implementation data analysis and organizational operations contributing to the overall success of the communitys team and Programs Department.
About esp
Founded in 1986 in Watkinsville Georgia esp exists to create transformative experiences for people with disabilities and their families and change communities for the better. esp now operates four locations across the state of Georgia to provide yearround programming summer camp and family support to nearly 1000 families and were growing. To learn more visit .
Our Values
- Infused with Joyful Hospitality
- Innovating Possibilities
- Activating the Abilities of All
- Fascinated with Fun
- Compassion Freely Given
- Connecting the Unconnected
- Persevering Together
Top Five Responsibilities
- Plan support and implement Experience Purpose and Support programs across all sites.
- Work with HQ to evaluate communities effectiveness in executing programs through data collection.
- Aid in administrative tasks esps family emails data collection reporting and family payments.
- Assist in the implementation of new key initiatives in programming.
- Engage with community stakeholders partners and volunteers helping to strengthen relationships and raise awareness about espswork.
Detailed Responsibilities
- Research and Data Collection
- Research to support the development or evaluation of programs.
- Collect and analyze data related to program outcomes impact and effectiveness.
- Help draft reports case studies or presentations that showcase program results.
- Program Support and Implementation
- Assist in the planning development and execution of various programs and initiatives.
- Help monitor and track program activities to ensure they meet objectives and timelines.
- Provide logistical support for events workshops or training sessions.
- Work directly with program participants and families.
- Collaboration with the Programs team
- Participate in team meetings offering insights and ideas to develop improve and refine program operations.
- Build relationships with community partners donors and collaborators to further the programs objectives.
- Capacity Building and Professional Development
- Receive mentoring training and opportunities to build skills in nonprofit management program evaluation and other relevant areas.
- Attend workshops or learning sessions to enhance fellows understanding of the nonprofit sector.
Job Expectations
- Each fellow will report to HQ but will be expected to travel to all locations as needed. Travel will be at least 60% of the role to adequately support other esp communities.
- Fellows will be given Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track their progress and improvement for communities.
- Fellows should be open to learning and receiving feedback as this role is a learning role to help prepare them for growth within the organization.
Minimum Qualifications & Physical Requirements
- College Degree
- Desire to work in nonprofit sector
- Ability to travel
- Clean driving record
- Ability to lift 20 pounds
- Ability to work nontraditional hours/evenings/weekends depending on program schedule
Job Details
- Reports To:Director of Programs
- Location:esp HQ in Watkinsville GA
- Annual Compensation:$40000 $45000
- FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt
- Benefits:
- Competitive benefits package including health insurance 401(k) supplemental life and disability generous Paid Time Off
- A fun energetic and passionate employee culture
- The opportunity to be a part of an undeniable mission changing lives daily
- After a decision to hire a candidate an offer will be made contingent on thesatisfactory completion of required background checks. Background checks will varydepending on the position and may include criminal history driving record and anyother relevant information for the job.
esp provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
esp is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. As part of this commitment esp will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact esps People Team at
Required Experience:
Junior IC