Program Manager

Stand Together

$80K — $110K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of program management experience, especially for large-scale initiatives
  • Proven track record in program/project management with operational excellence
  • Strong economic thinking abilities
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for stakeholder collaboration
  • Capability to coach and develop talent using effective frameworks
  • Willingness to work in-person in Arlington, VA for key events
  • Passion for Stand Together's vision and commitment to transformational values

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the entire production process for educational programs from design to maintenance
  • Lead operational efficiencies in the program production cycle
  • Develop and manage knowledge systems with metrics for data-driven decisions
  • Collaborate with curriculum teams to create effective learning objectives
  • Ensure high-quality program delivery by coordinating materials and partnerships
  • Guide a program team aligned with the organization’s overall vision

Benefits

  • 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting
  • Flexible time off and comprehensive health/dental plans
  • Wellness support via Peloton and Talkspace
  • Join a community dedicated to improving lives and addressing social challenges
  • Non-hierarchical environment fostering growth and talent development
Full Job Description
The Program Manager is someone who is excited by both the operational aspects of programming as well as working with external SMEs/high caliber guest speakers who bring the Principles of Human Progress to life.

How You Will Contribute

  • Oversee the production process for one of Scaled Education's programs - including the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of a program.
  • Lead the operational excellence of the program production cycle, ensuring optimal division of labor and resources to support team members in delivering their best work.
  • Develop and maintain strong knowledge systems, including metrics and analysis, to inform decision-making and strengthen talent investments.
  • Collaborate with curriculum teams to develop learning objectives and curricula that meet program value propositions and seek stakeholder feedback to enhance the product.
  • Execute high-level program delivery by coordinating with internal teams and external partners, managing the creation of materials like nametags, workbooks, and handouts.
  • Lead a program team aligned with our vision, actively contributing to the transformation of our program through adherence to our principles.


What You Will Bring

  • 5+ years of experience with program management and coordination for large-scale programs
  • Proven experience in program or project management, with a strong track record of operational excellence and leading project teams.
  • Strong economic thinking skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of effectively collaborating with and coordinating between various stakeholders.
  • Ability to coach and develop talent, leveraging frameworks to solve problems and teach others to do the same.
  • Availability to be in-person in Arlington, VA for key programmatic events.
  • Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.


Standout Candidates Will Bring

  • Experience managing talent development or learning programs
  • Strong knowledge of PBM concepts
  • Enthusiasm for building talent pipelines for the liberty movement


What We Offer

  • Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
  • A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
  • Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
  • Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.


Our Values: Working for an organization within the Stand Together philanthropic community is different from many other places. The culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM® empowers employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.

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