Director of Strategy & Continuous Improvement

University of California Office of the President; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 185,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Office of the President, is seeking a Program Management Director, Strategy & Continuous Improvement to align portfolio strategy with enterprise priorities. You will lead development of portfolio management capabilities, governance, and executive reporting in a highly matrixed environment.

This hybrid, Oakland- or campus-based role requires 10+ years in large-scale program/PM, 5+ years strategic sourcing, and strong leadership to drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of strategic planning, portfolio management, governance, and organizational effectiveness.
• Advanced project and program management skills.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-support capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and align portfolio initiatives with SWP leadership, guiding prioritization.
• Establish and improve program and project management framework with standards and governance.
• Strengthen organizational capability through coaching and KPI development.
• Lead continuous improvement and transformational leadership across the organization.

Skills

Strategic planning

Portfolio management

Governance

Organizational effectiveness

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The University of California, Office of the President, is seeking a Program Management Director, Strategy & Continuous Improvement to align portfolio strategy with enterprise priorities. You will lead development of portfolio management capabilities, governance, and executive reporting in a highly matrixed environment.

This hybrid, Oakland- or campus-based role requires 10+ years in large-scale program/PM, 5+ years strategic sourcing, and strong leadership to drive continuous improvement