Program Manager | Arizona State University

Job title: Program Manager

Company: Arizona State University

Job description: Department NameUniversity Innovation AllianceJob DescriptionAbout the University Innovation Alliance
The University Innovation Alliance (UIA) is the leading consortium of large public research universities working together to improve outcomes for all students across the socioeconomic spectrum, particularly low-income students, first-generation students, and students of color. The UIA is designed, organized, and led by our 18 member institutions’ presidents and chancellors. Together, we draw from every region in the country and span the spectrum of U.S. public research universities, from emergent institutions to land grant universities and state flagships.Since its launch in 2014, the UIA has transformed a theoretical concept for collaboration into a nationally recognized community of practice that is driving both institutional transformation and improved student outcomes. Our work is based on the simple proposition that when universities share ideas, experiences, and challenges, and work together, they can accelerate innovations that help students graduate with a college degree.About the Position
Under administrative direction, performs work of considerable difficulty in coordinating and directing the activities and functions of a project or program. Independently ensures that the goals and objectives of the project or program are accomplished in accordance with priorities, time limitations, funding limitations or other specifications.The University Innovation Alliance Central Fellowship is a full-time, paid university leadership development position that directly supports the Chief of Staff of the UIA and the UIA Central team on initiatives, projects, and priorities that directly affect and support the goals and objectives of the UIA broadly. We seek people who have diverse professional and educational backgrounds. What they have in common is a passion to learn, change, challenge and use their existing skills to solve the most pressing public higher education problems facing our nation today. Fellows are self-motivated problem solvers who must be able to multitask and collaborate with organizations across their own campus and other UIA institutions. They are critical thinkers with a positive attitude. Travel is required for this position as is occasional work on nights and weekends.Requisition ID104198BRWorking EnvironmentASU is a diverse enterprise with a wide variety of work and learning modes, locations, and a commitment to sustainability, innovation and employee work-life balance. We are determined to maintain our position as an employer of choice in a competitive labor market, as such the following options may be offered dependent on department needs:Flexible work options:

• Hybrid work is an arrangement where employees spend a minimum of 60% of their regular workweek at their primary ASU work location. Dean or vice president-level approval is required.
• Remote work is an arrangement where the employee spends less than 60% of their regular workweek at a regularly assigned ASU work location. Executive vice president-level approval is required.

Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, standing, walking.

• Use visual acuity and manual dexterity associated with daily use of desktop computer; bending, stooping, reaching and lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Clearly communicate to perform essential duties.
• Review of completed tasks; provides and reviews assigned work activities to team members for quality and achievement of set goals.
• May require 25% domestic travel for this position

Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a related field AND five years administrative/coordination experience; OR, Master’s degree in field appropriate to area of assignment AND three years administrative/coordination experience; OR Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.Category02VP CodeKNOWLEDGE ENTERPRISE DEVScope of SearchOpenDesired Qualifications

• Evidence of completing a bachelor’s degree and having at least two years of full-time work experience such as in a business office, school, university, or a professional trade
• Evidence in being authorized to work in the United States (Applicants must be either a citizen of the United States or be able to maintain work authorization throughout the Fellowship. International students are eligible only if visa assistance is not required.)
• Evidence of effective communication skills
• Ability to attend mandatory training sessions, which may require travel out-of-state
• Evidence in successful implementation in both academic and professional settings
• Experience in motivating others
• Experience in working with diverse people on complex projects that support university, Alliance and personal goals
• Experience in taking initiative, working independently, leading projects, and collaborating as part of a team
• Customarily think outside the box and rapidly iterate to strategically solve problems
• Have exceptional project management/time management skills; ability to appropriately pivot and adapt to high stress/high demand deadlines and deliverables for reports, grants, presentations, and UIA Board meetings
• Evidence in having an unwavering passion and commitment to transforming public higher education

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles, change management practices, and techniques needed for large, complex projects.
• Experience in program management skills, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Experience in critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Evidence of effective communications skills with a broad, diverse audience.
• Ability to be highly effective while managing shifting internal expectations.
• Ability to prioritize and manage large amounts of information relevant to the work.
• Experience in engaging in professional and interpersonal communication with flexibility and fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and establishing and facilitating work teams.
• Experience in working independently.

Close Date19-September-2024Grant Funded PositionThis is a grant funded position. Continuation is contingent on future grant funding.Full-Time/Part-TimeFull-TimeEssential Duties

• Provide strategic assistance to the Chief Network Engagement Officer and the Central UIA Team to keep our high-yield and active projects moving forward on an aggressive timeline
• Attend scheduled UIA meetings at the request of the Chief Network Engagement Officer; Liaison meetings, UIA Central team meetings, Fellow bi-weekly meetings, etc.
• Serve on and/or provide leadership to specific projects including event planning for UIA sponsored events including liaison retreats, board meetings and annual summit.
• Manage end-to-end logistics for all assigned events, including venue selection, vendor negotiations, transportation arrangements, and on-site coordination.
• Develop and maintain detailed event timelines, ensuring all deadlines are met and milestones achieved.
• Coordinate with staff and external vendors to ensure all event logistics align with strategic objectives and budgetary constraints.
• Serve as the main point of contact for logistics-related inquiries and troubleshooting during events.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in event logistics and incorporate innovative ideas into event planning processes.
• Assist with the production of materials and documents for wide dissemination across the Alliance and beyond; agendas, meeting minutes, data visualizations, etc.
• Serve as a utility player within the organization who works well under conditions of ambiguity, provides impactful support, and serves a critical role within the organization.
• Assist with the diffusion of results and outcomes of campus and UIA Central student success work with various constituencies
• Attend scheduled conferences, symposiums, Board meetings, and UIA engagements, locally and out-of-state, at a maximum of once per month.
• Prepare presentation materials, slideshows, and prep for presentations.

Salary Range$48,960 – $75,000 per year; DOEInstructions to ApplyApplication deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.Resume and Cover Letter should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.Job FamilyGeneric

Expected salary: $48960 – 75000 per year

Location: Tempe, AZ

Job date: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 07:50:57 GMT

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