Volunteer: Chicago TechPath Alliance: Program Manager

Wevise is on a mission to level the playing field in tech. Through direct programming and partnerships with nonprofits supporting underserved and disadvantaged people to enter and advance in the technology industry, we provide access to mentors, training and educational opportunities, and careers.

Our goals

• Support underserved and disadvantaged people to enter and thrive in the technology industry
• Partner with organizations who need mentorship and career placement programs to complement their main programming, helping them to better serve their beneficiaries
• Support companies in finding the right, often diverse, candidates
  
  

Our main service is a free, on-demand mentorship platform that allows people to request mentorship based on specific needs, interests, background, and experience. Mentors and mentees can specify their interest in short, medium, and long-term mentorship.

Mentors choose one or more mentees that resonate with them from a curated list of five mentorship requests. Although the platform is open and free to all, we are focused on supporting underserved and disadvantaged people. Mentors and mentees are matched with people who have overcome similar barriers, such as LGBTQIA , veteran, first-generation student, person of color, person with a disability, single parent, etc. We also provide custom tags for nonprofit partners so that mentors can mark a preference for mentoring someone from one of those programs.

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Chicago TechPath Alliance Program Manager

Location Chicago (remote)

Commitment 5-10 hours per week

About Wevise

Wevise is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping other nonprofits succeed. Our mission is to make tools, expertise, and resources accessible to organizations that need them the most, enabling them to create meaningful, scalable impact. At Wevise, we believe in collaboration, equity, and the power of technology to transform communities.

The Chicago TechPath Alliance is a new initiative that brings together Chicago nonprofits and for-profits to run collaborative career development programs for diverse people starting their tech career. (wevise.org/chicago)

We’re building a small on-the-ground team of volunteers to help lead the Chicago Alliance. The Program Manager will lead this team and ensure the program is a success. In this role, you will liaise with and be supported by national volunteers, helping to build and iterate on this pilot program and initiative.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Management In partnership with other Wevise team members, drive the TechPath Alliance and lead the mentoring and career development program.
• Team Leadership Help to recruit, mentor and guide Chicago team members fostering a collaborative, mission-driven culture.
• Stakeholder Collaboration Outreach to potential nonprofit and corporate partners. Work closely with existing nonprofit and corporate partners to create a strong and collaborative Alliance.
• Impact Evaluation With the support of the Program team, develop and implement metrics to assess program success and impact, ensuring alignment with the Wevise and Alliance mission.
• Champion the Alliance Attend events that could support the Alliance’s growth.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Passion for the Mission A deep commitment to leveling the playing field in tech.
• Proactive Leadership Willingness to take ownership and push the program forward.
• Leadership Experience Proven ability to inspire and manage cross-functional teams in a collaborative environment.
• Strategic Thinking A knack for balancing long-term vision with tactical execution.
• Adaptability Comfort navigating the challenges of a resource-constrained, high-impact organization.
• Relationship Focus and Servant Leadership Proven ability to build supportive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and team members.
• Empathy & Communication Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to listen, inspire, and align diverse stakeholders.
• Volunteer Spirit A willingness to dedicate your skills and time to a purpose greater than yourself.
  
  

What You’ll Gain

• The opportunity to empower the next generation of diverse tech talent in Chicago.
• The ability to build your network of like-minded people in Chicago and beyond.
• A chance to collaborate with a passionate team of changemakers who value innovation and inclusion.
• Experience working in a dynamic environment that encourages creativity and rewards initiative.
• The fulfillment of knowing your contributions are making a tangible difference in the world.
  
  

Ready to join us?

If you’re excited about using your expertise to empower newcomers to the tech industry and drive socia

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