The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Assistant Director, Edwardson Social Entrepreneurship Program
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Assistant Director, Edwardson Social Entrepreneurship Program
Position at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Pay
Base pay range: $58,000 – $62,000 per year. Actual pay will be based on skills and experience; discuss with the recruiter. Department
Booth Rustandy Center: Social Entrepreneurship Programs. Job Summary
The Assistant Director, Edwardson Social Entrepreneurship Program (ESEP) manages the planning and execution of multiple Rustandy Center programs and activities in the social entrepreneurship domain. Responsibilities include event execution, program administration, research, and stakeholder engagement for the marquee John Edwardson, ’72, Social New Venture Challenge (SNVC) competition, Tarrson Social Venture Fellows program, faculty commercialization, and other new and existing programs. The role is based in the Hyde Park campus with occasional events and meetings in downtown Chicago. Responsibilities
Provide program administration and execution support for the suite of social entrepreneurship programs within ESEP. Administer the John Edwardson, ’72, Social New Venture Challenge (SNVC) program throughout the academic year, supporting social venture creation and coordinating key events, application review, judge logistics, and final competition execution. Manage and execute milestone events such as anniversaries and ad‑hoc events, coordinating with speakers, registration, staffing, and marketing teams. Assist with continued venture support programs for students and alumni, including managing the Tarrson Social Venture Fellows program and alumni social venture support awards. Maintain relationships with Entrepreneurs‑in‑Residence, supporting relevant programs and workshops. Assist with all aspects of the Rustandy Center’s faculty commercialization program, including application and project scoping, training sessions, and cross‑campus collaboration. Liaise with student group leaders at Chicago Booth and other units to support student engagement. Foster alumni communities connected to ESEP programming. Contribute to program evolution by refining offerings, tracking developments at peer institutions, and developing external relationships. Help develop and track metrics to assess the success of social entrepreneurship and impact initiatives. Provide program support to broader Business and Society portfolio events. Advise and recommend programming concepts to leaders of various organizations. Market student activities programming throughout the year and develop protocols for evaluating program effectiveness. Perform other related work as needed. Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Experience
Minimum 2–5 years of experience in a related job discipline. Minimum two years of experience in program or project management, event execution, and/or business administration. Technical Skills or Knowledge
Proficiency in MS Excel, Outlook, and MS Office. Willingness to learn new software. Proficiency with Airtable or other relational database or CRM software. Preferred Competencies
Demonstrated organizational and time‑management skills with keen attention to detail. Creative and resourceful with strong problem‑solving skills. Enjoys administrative work and event planning. Manages frequent interruptions and concurrent projects successfully. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Passion for student engagement. Strong team player willing to support colleagues as needed. Interest in social entrepreneurship and/or social impact. Working Conditions
Expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office. Flexibility to travel locally and occasionally start early or work late to assist with Rustandy Center events. Application Documents
Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) Documents must be uploaded via the My Experience page under the Application Documents section. Job Family
Student Affairs & Services Role Impact
Individual Contributor Weekly Hours
37.5 Drug Test Required
No Health Screen Required
No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No Pay Range
$58,000 – $62,000 Benefits Eligible
Yes Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773‑702‑5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.
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Position at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Pay
Base pay range: $58,000 – $62,000 per year. Actual pay will be based on skills and experience; discuss with the recruiter. Department
Booth Rustandy Center: Social Entrepreneurship Programs. Job Summary
The Assistant Director, Edwardson Social Entrepreneurship Program (ESEP) manages the planning and execution of multiple Rustandy Center programs and activities in the social entrepreneurship domain. Responsibilities include event execution, program administration, research, and stakeholder engagement for the marquee John Edwardson, ’72, Social New Venture Challenge (SNVC) competition, Tarrson Social Venture Fellows program, faculty commercialization, and other new and existing programs. The role is based in the Hyde Park campus with occasional events and meetings in downtown Chicago. Responsibilities
Provide program administration and execution support for the suite of social entrepreneurship programs within ESEP. Administer the John Edwardson, ’72, Social New Venture Challenge (SNVC) program throughout the academic year, supporting social venture creation and coordinating key events, application review, judge logistics, and final competition execution. Manage and execute milestone events such as anniversaries and ad‑hoc events, coordinating with speakers, registration, staffing, and marketing teams. Assist with continued venture support programs for students and alumni, including managing the Tarrson Social Venture Fellows program and alumni social venture support awards. Maintain relationships with Entrepreneurs‑in‑Residence, supporting relevant programs and workshops. Assist with all aspects of the Rustandy Center’s faculty commercialization program, including application and project scoping, training sessions, and cross‑campus collaboration. Liaise with student group leaders at Chicago Booth and other units to support student engagement. Foster alumni communities connected to ESEP programming. Contribute to program evolution by refining offerings, tracking developments at peer institutions, and developing external relationships. Help develop and track metrics to assess the success of social entrepreneurship and impact initiatives. Provide program support to broader Business and Society portfolio events. Advise and recommend programming concepts to leaders of various organizations. Market student activities programming throughout the year and develop protocols for evaluating program effectiveness. Perform other related work as needed. Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Experience
Minimum 2–5 years of experience in a related job discipline. Minimum two years of experience in program or project management, event execution, and/or business administration. Technical Skills or Knowledge
Proficiency in MS Excel, Outlook, and MS Office. Willingness to learn new software. Proficiency with Airtable or other relational database or CRM software. Preferred Competencies
Demonstrated organizational and time‑management skills with keen attention to detail. Creative and resourceful with strong problem‑solving skills. Enjoys administrative work and event planning. Manages frequent interruptions and concurrent projects successfully. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Passion for student engagement. Strong team player willing to support colleagues as needed. Interest in social entrepreneurship and/or social impact. Working Conditions
Expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office. Flexibility to travel locally and occasionally start early or work late to assist with Rustandy Center events. Application Documents
Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) Documents must be uploaded via the My Experience page under the Application Documents section. Job Family
Student Affairs & Services Role Impact
Individual Contributor Weekly Hours
37.5 Drug Test Required
No Health Screen Required
No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No Pay Range
$58,000 – $62,000 Benefits Eligible
Yes Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773‑702‑5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.
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