Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, Women Leaders in Sports is a leadership organization dedicated to developing, connecting, and advancing women working in sports and beyond. Women Leaders currently serves more than 4,500 members representing 600+ institutions and organizations nationwide.
We provide women connection, confidence, and a path to leadership by:
- Training and mentoring women through our world-class leadership programs and events.
- Aggregating and sharing research on industry hiring trends to fast-track women’s ability to get into searches and get hired.
- Championing women leaders by promoting their success through awards and media.
- Educating, engaging, and challenging industry leaders to make more diverse & equitable hires.
- Creating opportunities for connection so that women have a powerful network to support them on their career journey.
Women Leaders is seeking applicants for a Leadership Programming & Events Junior Associate at its national headquarters in the lively Crossroads District of Kansas City. This is a full-time, In-person 12-month, paid position, beginning immediately with an annual salary of $30,000 plus 401K benefits with employer match. If you want to grow as a leader, develop your professional talents, and open doors to a career in the sports industry, we want to hear from you!
Junior Associate responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Leadership Programming and Event Coordination
- Reporting to the Deputy Director of Leadership Development & Events, this position will support all leadership and event initiatives.
- Assist with virtual and in-person events/programming
- Prepare, pack, and ship items for off-site events
- Generate and send surveys to event participants; collect responses and organize information to be shared with the Women Leaders team
- Assist with the Leadership Programming Coordinator and National Events Manager with execution and coordination of all leadership programming including but not limited to: Women’s Leadership Symposium; Institute for Advancement; National Convention, etc.
- Assist with managing Women Leaders committees/circles (i.e., Education Committee, Executive Level Circle)
- Collaborate with Marketing and Membership JA contribute to the Rising Stars Circle
- Assist with member advancement tracking
- Sort and manage inventory of event items and gifts
- Assist with the execution of various Women Leaders National Convention projects
- Other special projects and event support, as needed
Internal Operations:
- Day-to-day administrative tasks, including answering emails, support membership, collaborate with Women Leaders’ Staff, and general office support
- Printings/mailings
- Other tasks, as assigned
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Demonstrated interest and knowledge working within the sports industry and women's leadership
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Excellent organizational skills with proven attention to detail
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills
- Additional desirable skills: Creative Services (i.e. Canva and Spotify)
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Ways You'll Gain Experience:
- Development of skills transferable to many facets of careers in sports, hospitality, and nonprofit organizations
- Networking opportunities and interaction with women in all areas and levels of the sports industry
- Opportunity to explore and gain experience in many areas of nonprofit/association management
- Industry-leading professional development and educational leadership training at the 2025 Women Leaders in Sports Women’s Leadership Symposium
- Work with a dynamic team that is passionate about the growth, leadership, and success of women leaders in sports.
Internship Period: One year from the start date
How to Apply:
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the position will be open until filled. Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and list of three references to Kara Hess, kara@womenleadersinsports.org. Only email submissions will be considered.
Women Leaders in Sports is an equal opportunity, equal access employer committed to achieving a diverse community.