Program Associate

Overview

The Program Associate is a full-time, year-round position responsible for managing programs for the Corporation for Findlay Market (CFFM). The role requires a regular schedule of Tuesday through Saturday, with occasional evening and Sunday hours to support programming and event needs. While the schedule will be adjusted based on program activities, it will always be planned and communicated in advance. For example, some days may follow a traditional 9 AM–5 PM schedule, while evening programming and events will require onsite presence during those activities.

As ambassadors for Findlay Market, every team member plays a vital role in supporting the organization’s mission, values, and philanthropic efforts. This means actively contributing to the market’s initiatives, embodying our commitment to community and diversity, and championing the cultural and economic vibrancy that defines Findlay Market. Together, we strive to uphold our mission and make a lasting impact.

The Program Associate is responsible for all aspects of programming for the Communication Team, from ideation through execution. The Program Associate serves as the secondary hands for Findlay Market events, providing on-site support and assisting with volunteers, performer check-in, and day‑of event logistics. This role is managed by the Event Coordinator and works closely with the Event and Community Engagement Manager.

The Program Associate is also expected to support teams across the organization in executing programming when appropriate.

CFFM is looking for someone who is organized, engaging and self‑motivated. We want someone who can take an idea and run with it. We are looking for a person who understands and believes in the mission of CFFM and will create programming that help us achieve our organizational goals. It is critical that every program has a strategy, aligns with our values and is managed with Findlay Market and our community in mind.

We are looking for someone to take current programs to the next level. The person in this role should be comfortable working with all people and thrive in a diverse urban environment. We need someone who can work well with others, while also having the ability to prioritize and do independent work. The opportunities are endless in this role, so we hope to find someone with passion for making a difference and the skills to execute excellently.

• Retain existing and attract new shopper base to shop at Findlay Market
• Strengthen CFFM's community impact through a minimum of 15 local partnerships, nonprofit support, volunteer opportunities, and employee/Board development.

• Plan, execute, and evaluate weekday, weekend, and seasonal programming that supports CFFM initiatives and showcases market offerings
• Manage the Music at the Market program, including outreach and scheduling of musicians, onsite support, and post-performance evaluations
• Manage and grow the Friends of Findlay Market membership program, ensuring timely delivery of perks, accurate data tracking, effective member communications, and close collaboration with the Marketing Team on recruitment and retention strategies
• Manage relationships with external partners and organizations to deliver collaborative programming onsite and offsite
• Coordinate sampling activations (i.e. Findlay Eats) and special merchant‑focused program opportunities
• Partner with the Communication Team to promote programs through web, print, and digital channels
• Work with the Finance Team on budgets and payment needs related to programming
• Track program data, report outcomes, and identify opportunities for growth
• Be onsite during Market events to assist with event setup, manage volunteers—including check‑in, training, and support—and coordinate with music performers to ensure they are prepared to perform
• Support communications and coordination with event programming partners as needed
• Support private events as needed

• Develop and implement a strategy to grow and strengthen the Findlay…