Manage the day-to-day operations of programs, products, and services within the assigned subject matter portfolio.
Partner with subject matter leadership to define goals, success measures, project outcomes, and timelines that support strategic initiatives.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, work‑back schedules, milestones, and task tracking for multiple concurrent initiatives.
Translate high-level vision and strategy into clear, actionable project phases and deliverables.
Monitor progress, identify risks, dependencies, and capacity constraints, and recommend mitigation strategies.
Ensure clear communication, accountability, and follow-through across cross-functional teams.
Serve as a central point of coordination among internal staff, consultants, facilitators, and external partners.
Support the development and management of program and project budgets.
Track expenses, support forecasting, and contribute to regular budget reviews.
Lead or support contract coordination with vendors, consultants, and facilitators.
Serve as project lead or key contributor for designated conferences, institutes, or professional learning events within the portfolio.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in program or project management.
Experience applying professional expertise in independent school leadership and governance, school finance, or education inclusion and belonging efforts.
Demonstrated experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives from conception through delivery.
Experience working within or alongside a defined subject matter area relevant to the assigned portfolio.

Program Manager

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