Village Launch Program Manager

Village Launch Program Manager – $42,000

Jan 6, 2026

Interested candidates should apply by submitting their resume to

About Mill Village Ministries:

Mill Village Ministries is a faith-based family of nonprofit enterprises that elevates our whole community through social justice, healthy food, bicycle access, youth employment, and entrepreneurial training in Greenville, SC. We accomplish this work through four social enterprises:
Mill Village Farms, Village Engage, Village Launch, and Village Wrench. Mill Village Farms is a nonprofit farm and produce distributor that teaches life skills to youth, employs students, and provides access to healthy produce for all. MVF houses Food Share Greenville, part of a state‑wide program which fights food insecurity by selling fresh produce boxes to customers with SNAP benefits or financial strain.

Village Engage is a nonprofit faith‑based community organizer that provides educational opportunities, space for dialogue, and avenues for action to tackle systemic injustices facing the people of Greenville, SC.

Village Launch is a nonprofit Entrepreneur Support Organization that provides educational services, mentorship, and market access primarily for minority and women‑owned start‑ups. Village Wrench is a nonprofit bicycle shop that provides accessible sales and service, youth employment, and community education for all current and future bike riders. Together, we are Mill Village Ministries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Village Launch Program Manager provides comprehensive support to existing and potential participants, oversees the Business Entrepreneur Academy, recruits and maintains relationships with speakers and facilitators, as well as manages regular communication with students during sessions. This individual will oversee the Village Launch Market, participate in Events & Marketing meetings, and handle various administrative tasks as needed. This position will play a pivotal role in empowering Village Launch Business Entrepreneur Academy graduates and cultivating an engaged alumni community.

Responsibilities include organizing alumni events, coordinating Alumni Support programs, maintaining regular alumni contact, conducting data analysis, and executing accountability programs. Additionally, the Village Launch Program Manager will recruit speakers and foster partnerships with Entrepreneurial Support Organizations in the area.

The key programs currently under the purview of the Village Launch Program Manager include:

• Village Launch Market
• Alumni Networking & Mentor Information Sessions

The Village Launch Program Manager will ensure that these programs run smoothly, serving as a central point of contact for participant & facilitator engagement and support, and adapting to evolving needs and opportunities as our entrepreneurial ecosystem grows.

Responsibilities:

Recruitment Engagement:

• Actively engage and support new participants in the BEA & Bootcamp programs by providing resources, assistance, and guidance.
• Organize and oversee BEA and Bootcamp programs, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience for all participants.
• Maintain regular contact with participants to stay updated on their progress, challenges, and achievements.
• Gather and analyze data from market vendors and BEA participants annually to assess the effectiveness of our programs and make improvements.
• Conduct 1:1 sessions with cohort participants during the program to ensure starters continue to thrive and meet their entrepreneurial goals.
• Recruit and confirm facilitators and guest speakers.
• Conduct new student vetting and interviews.

Partnerships and Networking:

• Cultivate and sustain relationships with other Entrepreneurial Support Organizations (ESOs) in Greenville and the surrounding areas to promote collaboration and resource‑sharing.
• Nurture and maintain strong relationships with both existing and prospective advisors, coaches, and business professionals within the community to ensure a continuous influx of guest speakers and valuable resources for our entrepreneurs.

Administrative Duties:

• Perform weekly administrative tasks efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Send out emails and reminders to class participants,…