Program Manager - National Initiatives

Educators for Excellence•,

2d•$76,000 - $127,000•Remote

About The Position

The Program Manager - National Initiatives is the operational engine of the national program team. Reporting to the Senior Director of Impact & Operations, this role owns the day-to-day systems, coordination, and execution that keep program work running smoothly, including managing national projects and cross-functional initiatives such as the National Teacher Survey. This is an ideal role for someone highly organized, thrives on creating clarity from complexity, and takes pride in the systems and processes that allow mission-driven teams to do their best work. This role requires sound judgment, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously. The right candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and energized by the connective tissue of organizational work.

Requirements

At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in operations or project management
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Strong proficiency with G-Suite, Slack, and project management tools (Asana or equivalent)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail
Comfort with data tracking and basic reporting

Nice To Haves

Experience working in or supporting a multi-team, mission-driven organization preferred
Passion for E4E's mission and commitment to educational equity
Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM preferred

Responsibilities

Own project management for a subset of priority organization-wide initiatives (examples include national publications and innovation projects), including partnering with project leads to define scope and goals, developing project plans and timelines, coordinating team members across functions, coordinating cross-functional meetings, tracking deliverables and deadlines, assigning next steps and owners, and following up to ensure projects stay on track.
Track deliverables across the national program team and surface risks or bottlenecks early
Ensure follow-through on action items from meetings, retreats, and planning processes
Liaise between national teams and chapters to ensure alignment and clear communication on shared priorities
Work closely with the Chief Program Officer to support program priorities and assigned projects
Support the design and maintenance of planning systems connecting impact planning → campaign planning → implementation
Manage Asana workflows and key deadlines across the national program team
Alongside the Chief Program Officer, co-create and facilitate agendas for team meetings, retreats, and planning spaces
Co-create, maintain, and improve documentation systems to ensure shared resources are accessible and up to date
Serve as the go-to resource for team-wide operational questions and coordination needs
Write programmatic updates for internal meetings, events, and travel
Support the Chief Program Officer's internal and external communication, including drafting, proofreading, and coordinating distribution
Support partnership meetings, including research, follow-up, and communications
Complete time tracking and expense reports for the Chief Program Officer
Support onboarding for new staff members, coordinating logistics, access to tools, and connections to key team members in a remote environment
Improve virtual team systems and workflows to enhance collaboration, efficiency, and productivity across a distributed team
Manage project budgets for national initiatives to ensure alignment with organizational priorities and stay within budget parameters
Serve as a point of contact between local and national staff for org-wide updates and communications
Boost team culture in a remote environment through virtual team-building initiatives, staff appreciation programs, and contributing to a strong sense of connection across the team
Support the execution of programmatic activities, including trainings, convenings, and retreats (logistics, materials, communications)
Coordinate cross-functional work across program, development, and growth teams
Manage vendor relationships and contracts related to programmatic events and activities
Assist with budget tracking and expense reporting for program-related activities
Maintain data tracking systems for program metrics and deliverables
Pull standard reports from Salesforce and other tools to support team decision-making
Support the Data & Impact Associate in preparing data summaries for leadership and external stakeholders