Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Program Manager - Young Onset Colorectal and Pancreas Centers

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute$81K — $94K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in business administration, management, healthcare, or a related field required.
  • Three years of experience in program coordination, administration, or comparable roles, OR one year of program management experience required.
  • Solid understanding of program management principles.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage programs with clear objectives to support departmental goals.
  • Make informed decisions about resource allocation and project timelines.
  • Engage with internal team members and stakeholders to align program activities.
  • Plan and manage recurring tasks and projects to meet program goals.
  • Track program progress to ensure outputs meet performance metrics.
  • Maintain accurate program documentation to comply with policies and procedures.
  • Facilitate communication among teams to keep members informed of updates.

Benefits

  • Daily patient contact for meaningful engagement.
  • Potential for impact in expanding cancer care programs.
  • Collaborative work environment with immediate stakeholders.
Full Job Description
The Gastrointestinal Cancer Center is seeking a Program Manager for the Young Onset Colorectal and Pancreas Cancer Centers, which supports young patients diagnosed with colorectal and pancreatic cancer. This role will assist with the ongoing implementation, follow-through and evaluation of an expansion of Young Onset Colorectal and Pancreas Cancer Centers. They will oversee patient outreach, programming, and communications for the centers.

The Program Manager I is responsible for the execution and management of programs that contribute to departmental or cross-departmental objectives. This role involves managing project activities, coordinating timelines, and ensuring effective communication among team members. The Program Manager will work closely with stakeholders to facilitate program success and address any operational challenges. Focuses on aligning projects within the program to achieve broader departmental goals.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Scope and Complexity: Manage programs with clearly defined objectives and limited scope, focusing on supporting departmental goals.
  • Decision Making: Make informed decisions about resource allocation and project timelines, with some autonomy in resolving operational challenges.
  • Stakeholder Interaction: Engage with internal team members and immediate stakeholders to ensure program activities are aligned and communicated effectively.
  • Program Management: Plan and manage recurring tasks, activities, and/or projects, ensuring they align with program goals and departmental strategies.
  • Quality Assurance: Track program progress, ensuring that outputs are accurate and meet established performance metrics.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate program documentation and ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
  • Communication: Facilitate communication among teams, ensuring all members are informed of updates and changes.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Solid understanding of program management principles and practices.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proficiency in using project management tools and software.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.


Minimum Job Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in business administration, management, healthcare, or a related field required.
  • Three (3) years of experience in program coordination, program administration or comparable roles, OR one (1) year of program management experience required.


License/Certification/Registration Required: None

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Patient Contact: Daily

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$81,070.00 - $94,070.00

About Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a non-profit organization that provides cancer treatment and research services. The institute was founded in 1947 and is affiliated with Harvard Medical School. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is committed to providing the highest quality care to cancer patients, and is dedicated to finding new treatments and cures for the disease. The institute offers a range of services, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is also involved in a number of research initiatives, and has made significant contributions to the field of cancer research.
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