Program Manager - Gather Game Grow

Position Summary:

The Program Manager - Gather Game Grow oversees the creation, implementation, growth, and ongoing management of the Gather Game Grow program. This role involves developing educational content, creating public-facing resources, coordinating advocacy campaigns, building partnerships, and cultivating a recognizable community presence for the program.

This position is ideal for someone passionate about the intersection of community health, relationship-building, and recreational play, and who is invested in elevating tabletop gaming as a meaningful tool for personal and social well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Development & Strategy
  • Lead the development of the Gather Game Grow program structure, voice, and long-term strategy.
  • Create a multi-phase roadmap for the public advocacy campaign, including content categories, outreach priorities, and community impact goals.
• Educational Content & Resource Creation
  • Develop accessible, research-informed educational materials such as:
    • Articles, guides, worksheets, and resource toolkits
    • Social media education series
    • Video or multimedia learning content
    • Workshops, public talks, and community presentations
  • Translate evidence-based insights about play, mental wellness, and social connection into approachable, engaging content for a general audience.
• Public Advocacy & Outreach
  • Design and coordinate advocacy initiatives that promote the benefits of tabletop gaming for:
    • Emotional resilience
    • Social skills and empathy
    • Relationship strengthening
    • Community-building
    • Mental well-being
  • Represent g3 Games at community events, conferences, and public forums when appropriate.
  • Build public visibility for the program through consistent messaging and outreach.
• Partnership & Community Engagement
  • Identify and cultivate partnerships with:
    • Libraries
    • Mental wellness organizations (non-clinical)
    • Community centers
    • Local businesses
    • Play and education-focused professionals
  • Collaborate with partners to deliver educational workshops, host resource-sharing events, and distribute advocacy content.
  • Maintain a partner database and track engagement history.
• Digital Resource Hub Management
  • Oversee the development and ongoing curation of the Gather Game Grow online resource hub.
  • Coordinate with the Communications Leads to ensure all resources are accurate, organized, and accessible.
  • Regularly update the hub with new learning materials, guides, and advocacy content.
• Communications & Collaboration
  • Work closely with Communications Leads to ensure consistent branding and messaging across website, social media, newsletters, and public materials.
  • Provide clear program updates and content needs to the Assistant Director of Programs and Executive Director.
  • Collaborate with other Program Managers to encourage cross-program integration where appropriate.
• Volunteer & Facilitator Engagement
  • Work with the Volunteer Manager to recruit volunteers for content creation, workshop support, research, and outreach.
  • Train and support volunteers involved in curriculum development or public-facing education.
  • Foster a positive, mission-centered volunteer environment.
• Program Evaluation & Reporting
  • Track impact metrics (audience reach, resource usage, workshop attendance, partner engagement, etc.).
  • Gather public and partner feedback to guide program improvements.
  • Prepare regular updates for the Assistant Director of Programs and Executive Director, including strategic recommendations and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Required
  • Strong passion for g3 Games’ mission and belief in the power of play to strengthen communities.
  • Experience in education, advocacy, communications, community outreach, or program development.
  • Strong writing and communication skills.
  • Ability to translate research and evidence-based insights into accessible public content.
  • Experience with group facilitation, public speaking, or workshop delivery.
  • Strong organizational, planning, and project management abilities.
  • Comfort engaging with a wide range of community audiences.
  • Occasional availability for evening or weekend events.
• Preferred
  • Background in public education, community advocacy, instructional design, or wellness-related fields (non-clinical).
  • Experience creating curriculum, guides, or educational resources.
  • Familiarity with tabletop gaming and its social-emotional benefits.
  • Prior involvement in nonprofit or community-focused organizations.
  • Digital content creation experience (writing, video, graphics, or similar).

What You’ll Gain

• Leadership experience in shaping a pioneering public advocacy program.
• Opportunities to contribute to community wellness and social connection on a broad scale.
• Experience developing educational content and managing a public resource hub.
• A meaningful role in promoting the positive impact of tabletop gaming.
• Collaboration with a passionate nonprofit dedicated to building a more connected world.