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Community Programs & Operations Manager

Reports to: Senior Program Manager
Location: Hybrid (Philadelphia, PA)
Employment Type: Full-time, W-2
Travel: Approximately 20 percent

About RIDC

The Running Industry Diversity Coalition (RIDC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working to unite the running industry to improve inclusion, visibility, and access for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). Since 2020, we’ve partnered with brands, organizations, and communities nationwide to drive meaningful, people-centered change across the running and outdoor industries.

Role Overview

RIDC is hiring a Community Programming Manager to support the execution of our national programs and community-centered events. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, people-oriented, and motivated by mission-driven work.

Working closely with the Senior Program Manager, you will translate program plans into clear timelines, manage logistics, coordinate events, support data collection, and serve as a welcoming, on-the-ground presence for RIDC in community spaces. The position supports program execution while ensuring the backend systems, logistics, and processes run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Event Execution

  • Execute community programs and events aligned with RIDC’s mission and goals

  • Build and maintain program timelines and task plans using Asana

  • Manage logistics including participant communications, Eventbrite updates, Zoom workshops, and on-site event support

  • Represent RIDC at events, conferences, and community activations

Community Engagement

  • Build relationships with running clubs, community leaders, race directors, and partners through RIDC events and programming

  • Support and execute inclusive community events, such as RIDC CommUnity Walks and Runs, from planning through on-site execution and follow-up

  • Engage BIPOC media, content creators, and storytellers to increase visibility and connection of RIDC programming

Data & Reporting Support

  • Collect program data using established tools and templates

  • Maintain organized program records in Google Drive

  • Compile program details and summaries to support reporting and impact tracking

Operations & Collaboration

  • Coordinate with partners, contractors, and internal stakeholders in regards to programming efforts

  • Track program expenses, manage vendor relationships, and support invoice processing

  • Provide administrative support for revenue-generating programs and events

  • Support preparation of materials for internal meetings

Qualifications

  • 1–3 years of experience in program coordination, event planning, or community engagement

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple timelines independently

  • High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal communication skills

  • Comfort engaging in conversations related to racial equity and BIPOC identity

  • Proficiency with Google Workspace; experience with Asana preferred

  • Willingness to travel approximately 20 percent of the year

  • Interest in running, movement, wellness, or community-based programming

Preferred Experience

  • Experience in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations

  • Experience with data collection or program reporting

  • Familiarity with the running or outdoor industries

  • Experience working with diverse and BIPOC-led communities

Compensation & Benefits

Salary:

$55,000 annually

Benefits: 

  • PTO plus Holidays

  • monthly employer-funded QSEHRA contribution

  • Monthly Fitness/Health Stipend

  • Employment contribution to retirement fund

  • Parental Leave

  • Annual professional development funding

  • Flexible Work and Wellbeing

  • Technology Stipend for home office needs

  • Bonus and Salary Adjustments:

  • Retreats/Wellness Days

Commitment to Equity

RIDC prioritizes hiring from a diverse pool of candidates. We believe lived experience, empathy, and community connection are essential to our work and our impact.

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