Program Manager

About the Position

Digital Promise is seeking a Program Manager to support a growing portfolio focused on meeting the needs of edtech solutions for neurodiverse learners. Projects bring together practitioners and ed tech developers to solve shared problems, elicit and translate user feedback, and improve technology use in schools. This role will support a new project facilitating rapid-cycle, research and design (R&D) collaboratives as well as existing work with the Learner Variability Project. Focus areas may change over time as new projects are launched. 

This position will be part of the Networks and Programs team, which acts as a catalyst for change and connects research, practice, and innovation by building thriving networks of educators, bringing research into practice through pilots, expanding our work globally, codifying proven ideas into replicable professional services, and advancing collaborative, cross-sectoral conversations about the future of education.

Responsibilities

Stakeholder Activation and Program Delivery

• Develop and implement a process for ongoing review and maintenance of content in the Learner Variability Navigator.
• Actively monitor emerging edtech trends to inform and refine program strategies for increased impact. 
• Co-design and deliver webinars and professional learning for educators and edtech partners. 
• Inform and support tactics leading to increased reach of Digital Promise’s resources and tools to support neurodiverse learners.
• Lead recruitment of program participants and coordinate cohort activities 
• Track KPIs to measure programs outcomes and successes
• Set annual program goals with leadership and implement strategies that meet those goals
• Engage in cross-team collaboration on relevant projects

Project Management

• Develop and implement project plans for the launch and management of initiatives based on grant proposals and project requirements.
• Manage planning and resources for meetings, events, and conferences, including logistics management and workflow processes
• Manage multiple deadlines with ambitious deliverables and complex goals.
• Meet process and quality expectations, setting timelines and work plans accordingly, which may include assigning tasks to others.
• Maintain thorough project documentation for internal and external partners, and to support grant reporting 

General

• Take direction and elevate questions to ensure understanding of work objectives
• Deliver clear verbal and written communications with relevant stakeholders
• Exercise good judgment and ability to carry out defined tasks and procedures. 
• Understand and meet process and quality expectations of project leaders in their work, carrying out assigned tasks within work plans and meeting deadlines.
• Think, work, and plan sequentially towards outcomes on various projects, managing multiple deadlines and needs of different stakeholders

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree.
• 4-7 years of related experience. Experience in edtech required, experience in neurodiversity in education a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with impeccable attention to detail.
• Proven ability to keep complex flows of work activity well-organized, productive, and on track, including knowledge of project management tools. Familiarity with Salesforce, Asana, Google Workspace, and/or Slack a plus.
• Experience working with edtech companies in product development; experience working with teachers in research and/or co-design a plus.

At Digital Promise, we also seek candidates with:

• An interest in redesigning learning systems
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional team members to ensure information is shared, projects are completed on time, and goals are reached
• Stellar organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage completing tasks, deadlines, requirement, and decisions
• A team mentality, with a creative and positive, "can-do" spirit

Working Conditions

Digital Promise Global is a hybrid organization. The position is primarily working in a remote environment. Employees are expected to travel at least 4 times a year for in-person meetings and the annual staff retreat. Additional travel may be required based on role and responsibilities.

Physical/Sensory Demands: Fast-paced working environment. Extensive computer usage and online engagement & communication. Must be willing to build inclusive relationships and collaborate with employees at all levels within the organization and external partners.

Special Provisions: Occasional work outside normal business hours, such as weekends and evenings required.

For external candidates, this role is term-limited to 18 months with an opportunity to extend.

Compensation

We consider candidate experience and location when determining where a candidate may fall within that range. Digital Promise Global offers a competitive total rewards package including coverage of 85% of health insurance premiums for employee coverage and 75% of health insurance premiums for dependent and family coverage, 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 3% 401k employer contribution, 3% employer 401k match, and a flexible work environment.

The full-time salary range for the position is based on geographical regions, with exact salary depending on relevant experience.

California: $107,130-$126,035

DC Metro Area & NYC: $97,391-$114,577

National: $87,652-$103,119

To Apply

Please apply and submit your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. Applicants are encouraged to submit their materials as soon as possible. Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis until the search is successful.

Digital Promise is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex/gender, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.