Manager/Senior Associate, Program Operations (80-100%)

pThe Center for Sustainable Finance and Private Wealth (CSP) was initiated at the first, 2015 iteration of the Impact Investing for the Next Generation training program at the Initiative for Responsible Investment at Harvard Kennedy School. Since then, CSP has grown into a global platform with entities in EMEA (Zurich), Asia-Pacific (Singapore), and the Americas (US), and academic home at the University of St.Gallen (HSG), working to advance impact investing in private wealth as a key lever for social and environmental sustainability. /p pIn 2025, CSP spun out of the University of Zurich and established the CSP Foundation as the global coordinating node, bringing together our various entities under a unified strategy to maximize impact. /p pIts flagship programs are Impact Investing for the Next Generation (IING) and the How Leading Family Offices Grow Future-Fit with Impact (FO), delivered in-person in Zurich, in Boston/MIT Sloan, and other locations, alongside an online curriculum. /p h3Position Overview /h3 pThe Manager/Senior Associate drives the event planning, execution, and continuous improvement of CSPF’s wealth-holder training programs (IING, FO) to ensure that every in-person and online module runs smoothly. /p h3Tasks /h3 h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul libProgram and event delivery: /b Translate the program vision into venues, accommodation, catering and on-site experiences in Zurich, Boston and beyond, owning supplier relationships, contracts and all logistics on program days. This includes building and managing program budgets with the Director, maintaining cost benchmarks, and processing invoices. /li libProgram operations and materials: /b Own the recurring year-on-year operations of our IING and FO programs: calendarization, the program timeline, online curriculum execution, cohort forms and analysis, due diligence coursework coordination, and speaker and expert logistics. This also covers briefing designers and producing all program and marketing materials. /li libPipeline management: /b Own the participant and alumni pipeline in Zoho CRM and Airtable, keeping every prospect, participant, and alum in the right stage. Run admissions administration (registration forms, NDAs, confirmations, invoicing) and onboard new alumni into the community. /li libParticipant and stakeholder communications: /b Serve as the primary point of contact for participants on logistics and follow-up. Cultivate relationships with participants and alumni, and relay their feedback to the Director to improve the programs. /li libEvaluation, systems and continuous improvement: /b Lead feedback collection and analysis benchmarked across cohorts, and support the end-of-program report. Standardize Asana templates, processes and the program archive so knowledge stays with CSP. /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 h3Experience /h3 ul liAt least 3-5 years in program, event or project management, ideally in executive education, hospitality, a foundation, an NGO or a professional services firm. /li liProven track record of managing high-end events or programs end to end, including budgets, suppliers and contracts. /li liExperience working with senior, international and high-net-worth audiences is a strong plus. /li /ul h3Skills /h3 ul liStrong budgeting and spreadsheet skills; comfortable building benchmarks and tracking actuals. /li liConfident with project management tools (ideally Asana), CRM systems, Airtable, survey tools and basic data analysis. /li liExcellent written communication and the ability to brief designers, suppliers and speakers clearly. /li /ul h3Qualities /h3 ul liProactive: anticipates needs, takes ownership and doesn't wait to be asked. /li liExceptional attention to detail, combined with the judgment to know what matters most. /li liAdaptive and calm under pressure, especially on program days when plans change. /li liA hosting mindset: genuinely enjoys caring for people and creating memorable experiences. /li liThinks creatively and finds practical solutions outside the obvious options. /li liWilling to travel for program modules (Boston and other locations), with some evening and weekend work during program days. /li /ul h3Practical /h3 ul liFluent English required; German strongly preferred. /li liPermission to work in Switzerland and located in/around Zurich. /li /ul pPlease note: there is no need to tick all of the above boxes. A determined mind driven to learn will take you very far! /p h3Benefits /h3 ul liCompetitive salary and benefits package aligned with Swiss NGO/Foundation standards /li liProfessional development opportunities and team culture initiatives, including an Annual Personal Development Budget. /li liFlexible working arrangements with potential for hybrid/remote work /li liBe part of a results-oriented, entrepreneurial, pragmatic, science-based, and fast-moving team that is highly qualified and deeply driven to advance sustainable development. /li liBe part of a well-established and important global movement, including CSP's ~300-strong wealth holder alumni community. Have a tangible impact on sustainable development through our specific viewpoint. /li /ul pApplication Timeline /p pApplications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. /p h3Equal Opportunity Statement /h3 pCSP Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives who are passionate about impact and advancing our mission. /p pWe look forward to hearing from you! /p #J-18808-Ljbffr