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PROGRAM MANAGER

Employer
Arizona State University
Location
Mesa, Arizona
Salary
Depends on experience
Date posted
Dec 9, 2022

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Position Type
Administrative, Academic Affairs, Faculty Affairs
Employment Level
Non-Tenured Track
Employment Type
Full Time

Program Manager
Arizona State University
Req ID# 86077BR
Department: Global Outreach and Extended Education

Job Description

Arizona State University seeks a program manager, responsible under general supervision, for oversight, program workplan development, and implementation for a variety of global partnerships and sponsored projects, including curriculum and faculty development, and capacity development. Under administrative direction, the program manager performs work of considerable difficulty in coordinating and managing the operational activities and functions of global programs and independently ensures that the goals and objectives of the project or program are accomplished in accordance with workplan priorities, time limitations, funding limitations or other specifications. The program manager will be expected to travel to global project locations, including current projects focused on southeast Asia, as well as work virtually with global partners across multiple time zones.

This position is responsible for collaboration in design, development, delivery, and curation of internationally utilized training and educational materials. As the technical lead, the program manager will maintain partnerships with international academic partner schools in the area of faculty development, and will develop and implement related technical programs for conferences, symposiums, etc. The person in this position will work in close cooperation with directors and managers for ASU’s sponsored projects in southeast Asia and will report to the Director for Global Operations in Global Outreach and Extended Education, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.

A successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of curriculum design and delivery practices and techniques in the context of international higher education audiences and will have a track record of successful implementation of workshops and/or training for faculty development. Duties will include collaborative design, development and delivery of instructional materials, as well as coaching and mentoring of project partners. This role will also be called upon to develop, implement, and evaluate curriculum and training for new opportunities and reinforces ASU's reputation in the region.

As technical program lead, the candidate should possess strong organization skills, and should be capable of effective written and verbal communication with ASU co-workers, institutional partners, company and government executives, university faculty members and members of the private sector.

In addition to ASU’s standard benefits, this position will work on a globally minded, dynamic team. The position will have significant international travel opportunities, in addition to networking and managing relationships with decision makers in government, industry and academia around the world. The responsibilities and experience pertaining to this role will support the valuable development of a global mindset.

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Salary Range: $48,960 - $75,000 per year; DOE

Close Date: 06-January-2023-EXTENDED

Essential Duties

  • Supervises the activities of subordinates. Provides supervision, oversight, and technical direction for in-country curriculum and program development teams including ad hoc and standing teams with representatives from partner institutions. Ensures development of workplan and tracking of deliverables. Evaluation of effective progress and result. Develops appropriate scope of work and budget projection for these activities.
  • Supervises and facilitates the development of high impact training materials, training content, training delivery modes, or workshops, meetings and conferences with program/project participants; oversees logistics, scheduling and target audience communication globally to a diverse group of stakeholders.
  • Provides supervision, oversight, and technical direction regarding development of content, pedagogy, and delivery methodology for in country curriculum and program development teams as well as ASU instructional teams delivering workshops and training programs face-to-face in a global setting or through online or hybrid means.
  • Partners with monitoring, evaluation and learning staff to ensure evaluation of effective progress and result and analysis and incorporation of formative feedback for improvement. Oversees the evaluation of global faculty development and training program effectiveness, utilizing formative and summative results to improve methods of program implementation.
  • As a technical lead, develops and monitors program operations and coordinates program/project activities implemented by local teams.
  • Supervises the preparation of budget proposals for project activities; establishes expenditure controls and recommends the allocation of resources within the limitations of the budget.
  • Develops and directs recruitment plan for local participants within the region utilizing the most appropriate promotional and marketing methods for project activities.
  • Establishes and maintains liaison with regional, national and global organizations involved in implementation.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor'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.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in working in international teaching, curriculum development, and global project management and program leadership is preferred.

Working Environment

This is global program management position. The successful candidate must be available to travel to global project locations (up to 50% of work-time as work-plan dictates), as well as work virtually with global partners across multiple time zones, including current major project locations in the southeast Asia region (Indonesia, Vietnam, etc.). The candidate must possess, or be eligible to obtain upon direction, a valid passport and appropriate visas for international travel.

Department Statement

The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering Office of Global Outreach and Extended Education (GOEE) leads a dynamic portfolio of global workforce development programs offerings including degrees, professional courses and certification programs working closely with academic units and a global portfolio of industry and government partners.

The Fulton Schools of Engineering on the Tempe and Polytechnic campuses is comprised of seven schools based on academic programs and research areas. Fulton Engineering has a nationally recognized faculty that conducts research, instructs and mentors students, and provides service to the profession and community. Creating diverse and inclusive communities are central to our values. With a firmly set direction to continually increase representation, foster belonging, empower diversity of thought, we are also strengthening our commitment to excellence in research, engagement and high-quality education. Learn more at https://engineering.asu.edu.

In addition, GOEE administers a large portfolio international capacity building projects with the US Agency for International Development, US State Department, and other government and industry partners to improve STEM education and workforce readiness in a number of countries including Vietnam, Indonesia, Costa Rica, Mexico and other regions. GOEE programs offer global professionals access to Fulton Engineering's nationally renowned faculty through high-impact learning and development experiences delivered via innovative digital immersion education formats.

If you wish to work in an environment where you will be valued for the skills you bring to projects and be challenged to stretch your current capabilities and imagination, then consider becoming part of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. To learn more about our team, visit http://asuengineeringonline.com/

Working at ASU has outstanding benefits which include: health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; ASU/UA/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to ASU recreation and cultural activities; and more. To estimate the value of your total compensation, please visit https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator 

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

To view the full position description and to apply online, please visit the following: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=25620&siteid=5494#jobDetails=4665690_5494

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