(Education) Programs Manager

Emergency Nurses Association; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

Emergency Nurses Association is seeking an Education Programs Manager to drive the development, growth, and delivery of ENA’s core education and certification portfolio, including TNCC, ENPC, CEN, and TNAC. You will coordinate timelines, budgets, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality programs and experiences for ENA members and the nursing community.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, analyzing program data for improvements, and delivering webinars, events, and trainings in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in business management or related field.
• 3-5 years’ program/project management or related roles.
• 3-5 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple projects with clear deadlines and milestones.
• Analyze program data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Engage internal and external stakeholders to align objectives.
• Oversee webinars, events, and training delivery.
• Manage budgets and resources to meet goals.
• Identify process improvements and report progress.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Customer service orientation

Detail oriented

Problem-solving

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field

Tools

Conference management software

Project management software

Job description

Join us in shaping the future of emergency nursing! We are dedicated to our mission of advancing excellence and innovation through research, education, resources, advocacy, and collaboration. Our vision is a world where every emergency nurse is empowered and supported to deliver the highest quality patient care. If you're passionate about making a difference, growing professionally, and being part of a dynamic, supportive team, we invite you to join us in this exciting journey of care and progress.

HYBRID SCHEDULE

ENA offers a flexible hybrid work schedule that allows employees the opportunity to work from the office two days a week and at home three days a week. We are headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Education Programs Manager plays a key role in the development, growth, and delivery of ENA’s core professional education and certification portfolio, including TNCC, ENPC, CEN, and TNAC. This role manages multiple projects and program initiatives from planning through execution, coordinating timelines, resources, budgets, and stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes. The Program Manager works closely with internal teams, leadership, vendors, and subject matter experts to deliver high-quality educational programs and experiences, while using data and insights to identify opportunities for improvement and growth. This role also supports ongoing process improvement, program reporting, and operational planning to ensure programs are effectively delivered, aligned with organizational priorities, and provide value to ENA members and the broader nursing community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project Leadership: Manage and lead multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all deadlines and milestones are met. Coordinate resources, manage timelines, and adjust plans as needed to achieve project goals.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze program data and metrics to identify trends, insights, and opportunities for improvement. Provide actionable recommendations based on data analysis to improve program outcomes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including leadership, vendors, and subject matter experts (SMEs), to ensure program objectives are aligned and executed effectively.
• Program Delivery: Oversee the execution of key program activities such as webinars, events, and training sessions, ensuring successful implementation.
• Budget & Resource Management: Work within the program budget to allocate resources effectively. Monitor expenses and ensure cost-efficiency while achieving program goals. Manages program-specific budgets and resource plans; collaborates with finance and internal teams to track expenditures, support grant or funding compliance, and ensure efficient use of resources to deliver member value and mission-driven outcomes.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to optimize program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare and present regular reports to senior management, summarizing program progress, achievements, and areas for improvement.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Program Specialist and other team members to coordinate tasks and ensure smooth execution of program activities.
• Contributes to the ENA workplace culture that is consistent with the association’s culture statement and emphasizes the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Displays a high level of accountability, taking responsibility for individual actions and the impact on the organization. Views oneself as a reflection of the organization by following through on commitments and accepting ownership.
• Performs additional related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in program and/or project management or related roles.
• 3-5 years’ experience leading cross functional teams.
• Conference management software experience
• Project management software experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong analytical skills and experience with data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Monday, Asana, Trello, Microsoft Project).
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and external partnerships.
• Project management knowledge, skills and desire to manage details
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple and varied deliverables within established deadlines
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making
• Ability to effectively communicate using varied platforms with staff, board, and external relationships in a professional manner, including a demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Detail oriented
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Suite of Products and project management software

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This position is a salaried/exempt position. The targeted offer range is $75,000 - $85,000 annually. Compensation is determined based on a range of factors, including experience, education, certifications or specialized training, skill level and operational needs.

ENA offers a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that pairs compensation and benefits with meaningful work in a collaborative, engaging, and flexible work environment. Total rewards include a competitive salary, generous paid time off, quality health insurance at reasonable cost, professional development opportunities, and flexible hybrid work arrangements. Additional benefits include dental/vision insurance, employer paid life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and 401(k) with immediate 100% vesting.