Program Manager

University of Miami • Miami, FL

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Robert K. Johnson Center for Marine Conservation at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric and Earth Science at the University of Miami has an exciting full time opportunity for a full time Program Manager to oversee and coordinates the day-to-day operations of the center. This position plays a central role in administering and advancing the Center’s strategic initiatives, including public and K-12 outreach, interdisciplinary research, partnership development and convening, and student engagement. Furthermore, the Manager, Programs provides guidance and mentorship to program staff to encourage talent development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience required
• Operational Management: Optimizes day-to-day operations and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Organizational Development: Ability to implement strategies to improve organizational effectiveness, engagement, and manage change.
• Financial Oversight: Knowledge of financial operations and management.
• Team Leadership: Ability to create and maintain a cohesive and productive team environment, build positive working relationships and work collaboratively with others.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas clearly and persuasively.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, evaluates, and monitors multiple programs.
• Implements project plans related to the delivery of new and on-going programs.
• Works with internal stakeholders so that the program runs efficient and effectively.
• Evaluates and measures the effectiveness of assigned programs.
• Ensures that operations are managed within authorized budgets.
• Collects, manages, and reports program data.
• Develops and cultivates relationships and partnerships with various external entities and organizations to further department functions.
• Recruits, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines department staff to ensure optimum performance.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees