Onsite: Menlo ParkSummary: The main function of a non-IT program manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based project. Responsibilities:- Run demo activations in the field from start to finish, across tentpole events, priority industries, and individual partner moments.- Design and deliver creative activations at every scale, from large event footprints to 1:1 meetings, that reflect Meta's strategy across wearables, VR, AI, and the family of apps.- Deliver executive narratives and live product demos (released and unreleased) to C-level business leaders, A-list celebrities and talent, and other influential figures.- Support senior executives during high-visibility partner engagements.- Partner with the Strategic Initiatives team to test playbooks in live conditions, report back what works, and share responsibility for results.- Train cross-functional colleagues on smart glasses onboarding so partners have a smooth seeding experience.- Work closely with Partnerships, Office of the President, Marketing, Policy, Communications, and Security to secure resources, approvals, and logistics.- Own on-site readiness: staffing, inventory, device setup, run-of-show, backup plans, and post-event follow-up.- Manage program details with clear docs, task tracking, project boards, and AI tools.- Travel domestically (40–50%) on a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.Minimum Qualifications:- 8+ years of experience in partnerships, experiential marketing, event production, field marketing, or related fields.- Experience leading live activations end-to-end, including on-site ownership under tight timelines and shifting priorities.- Proven ability to influence and execute with cross-functional stakeholders in ambiguous, highly matrixed environments.- Experience presenting and demoing to senior executives, high-profile talent, or major officials.- Deep comfort with, and enthusiasm for, learning and explaining new consumer technology.- Strong written and verbal communication, including turning complex product topics into clear, executive-ready narratives.- Willingness and ability to travel 40–50%, including evenings, weekends, and international trips.- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.Preferred Qualifications:- Track record running hardware or product-seeding programs with external partners.- Multi-market or international activation experience.- Experience with white-glove or VIP talent handling, including working with talent representatives and security teams.- Experience in media, sports, entertainment, music, fashion, or creator ecosystems.- Experience working with policymakers, government affairs teams, or institutional partners.- Experience training or enabling cross-functional teams on product onboarding.- Experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and drive measurable gains in efficiency or quality.- Experience following responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews).- Ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with new AI technologies.Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's pay range is $7.25/hr - $80.00/hr.
