Program Mgr Jobs

The Department of Global Pediatric Medicine (GPM) is a growing department looking for professionals who are eager to help implement the St. Jude Global (SJG) mission of training the clinical workforce, developing and strengthening health systems and patient-centered initiatives, and advancing knowledge to sustain continuous improvement through research.  

The Asia Pacific Program Manager is responsible for:

• Tracking program and project success
• Leading the planning and execution of the regional program including defining objectives, approaches, goals, governance mechanisms, resource deployment, periodic reviews, contingency planning and periodic reporting and communication
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams internally and externally to achieve defined outcomes aligned with departmental and programmatic strategies
• Providing more complex analysis of data to create reports for senior leadership
• Driving internal stakeholder management and communications, managing external vendors, and partnering with stakeholders inside and outside the institution
• Providing oversight and management of program budgets, through planning, control and tracking of expenditures

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Products) with the ability to create reports and presentations 
• Flexibility to travel (estimated up to 20%) for on-site facilitation, as needed
• Independent, detail oriented and self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to carry out broad assignments with minimal supervision

• Demonstrated ability to build strong, credible relationships and teams across an organization
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks

• Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities

• Adaptable problem-solving skills, able to analyze and synthesize new information quickly
• Cultural sensitivity is a must
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment

All candidates must submit a cover letter to be considered for the position.

• Experience providing guidance and mentorship within program management team.
• Experience designing and managing programs with focus on customer needs.
• Some experience driving continuous program improvement projects.
• Minimum Experience: 4+ years experience in program management and delivery.
• Proven experience engaging with senior leaders to facilitate decision making.
• Experience in program budget tracking, reporting and risk management.