Learning Strategy Project Manager

State Farm•Dunwoody, GA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Learning Strategy Teams within Agency Learning align learning strategies with broader transformational initiatives. They incorporate data to synthesize tailored learning paths to suit the unique needs and aspirations of each learner. Project Managers are the driving force behind creating a seamless horizontal connectivity and working hand in hand with Learning Strategist to propel our work forward across the Agency Learning teams.

Requirements

Experience developing and stewarding learning strategy
Experience leading with data
Demonstrated examples of leading complex projects and program teams
Demonstrated examples of taking strategy to execution efficiently and with pace
Program Management: Create, manage and complete programs on behalf of the department by applying appropriate project management methodologies including proactive stakeholder management, dependency management across the organization, and ensuring cross-functional work is executed by deadline
Negotiation: Ability to engage in resolution dialogue to resolve points of difference, gain an advantage and craft outcomes to satisfy various interests
Initiative: Ability to assess a situation and proactively take or drive action
Execution Discipline: Holds themselves and teams accountable for making plans and decisions and sticking to them ensuring work is done effectively and efficiently
Judgement: Ability to perceive and judge things clearly, especially what is not obvious, in order to ensure strategy is translated effectively into action and results

Nice To Haves

A background in learning technique, performance support, instructional design or e-learning development would be helpful but not mandatory
Background and experience working with agents or Agency Field Leadership would also be ideal but not mandatory

Responsibilities

Manages highest level of complexity in project, often involving multiple workstreams
Facilitates consistency of efforts and develops and maintains cooperative relationships between internal and external business partners within area of responsibility
Works with appropriate management to assemble project teams with the necessary expertise and skills for each project
Evaluates new learning tactics for strategic alignment
Effectively delivers presentations to a variety of audiences
Remains current on industry trends and brings forward opportunities for innovation
Proactively identifies opportunities for increasing efficiency and consistency within work processes
Identifies appropriate stakeholders and works collaboratively to encourage diverse perspectives