Communications and Program Lead

Our client at World Upstart is seeking a Communications & Program Lead to join their small but high-impact team. This role is 75% focused on WorldUpstart (for-profit) and 25% on WorldUpstart Impacts (nonprofit). The position is remote; however, requires occasional in-person attendance for events and meetings in the Greater Philadelphia area. Travel for this position is expected to be around 30% annually.

WorldUpstart (LLC) is a consulting firm that helps international Life Sciences, MedTech, and Digital Health companies successfully enter and scale in the U.S. market.
WorldUpstart Impacts (501c3) is our nonprofit arm, advancing health equity and accelerating the journey from scientific discovery to the global market. 

Key Responsibilities 

Communications & Marketing (40%) 

• Draft, edit, and publish content for      newsletters, websites, LinkedIn, and other channels 
• Manage      communications calendar; maintain media libraries and digital assets 
• Create graphics, presentations, and      promotional materials for programs, events, and partnerships 
• Highlight      program outcomes, alumni achievements and updates through consistent      storytelling 

Program Management (40%) 

• Coordinate online and in-person      accelerator programs, webinars, and events 
• Manage      logistics: scheduling, registration, mentor coordination, venue setup, and      engagement with ecosystem partners 
• Support special projects, such as      domestic or international accelerators 
• Track and report on program      milestones, deliverables, and participant outcomes 
• Provide administrative support 

Data & Operations (20%) 

• Maintain organized cloud storage,      Zoom/video recordings, and internal file systems 
• Update CRM database and reporting      dashboards 
• Assist      with grant/contract tracking, proposals, and revenue-generating      opportunities 
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of      reporting for both LLC and nonprofit 

Qualifications 

• 2–4 years of professional experience      in communications, marketing, program management, or nonprofit      administration (internships and fellowships count) 
• Strong organizational skills and      ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines 
• Excellent writing, editing, and      digital communications skills 
• Proficiency      in tools such as Google Workspace, Canva/Adobe, Zoom, LinkedIn,      Mailchimp/CRM platforms 
• Event planning experience a plus 
• Interest in life sciences,      innovation, entrepreneurship, or nonprofit management is strongly      preferred 

Work Environment & Location 

• Position is primarily remote, with      some in-person events/meetings in the Greater Philadelphia area. Travel      will be 30% annually. Access to company’s co-working space is      also available
• Small, entrepreneurial team      environment with significant opportunities for growth 

Compensation & Benefits 

• Competitive      salary commensurate with experience (entry–mid level) 
• Flexible work schedule 
• Significant career growth      opportunities in program leadership, business development, and nonprofit      management