Olympics Initiative Program Manager

asu; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

ASU is seeking an Administrative Operations Specialist 3 Non-Exempt to lead the planning and execution of the initial NOC facility rental initiative, coordinating with ASU units to ensure successful planning, logistics, agreements, and operational support.

The role also coordinates cross-university Olympic initiatives with academic and administrative units, Athletics, Facilities, Events, Housing, and external partners to advance ASU's Olympic strategy, partnerships, and community engagement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, cross-functional strategic initiatives with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong project management, organizational, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication skills, including preparing executive-level presentations and briefing materials.
• Experience coordinating high-profile events, programs, or initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of the initial NOC facility rental initiative, coordinating with ASU units to ensure successful planning, logistics, agreements, and operational support.
• Coordinate cross-university Olympic initiatives by working with academic and administrative units, Athletics, Facilities, Events, Housing, and external partners to support projects aligned with ASU's Olympic strategy.
• Support the development of strategic partnerships with Olympic organizations, National Olympic Committees, industry, government, and community partners to advance ASU's educational, research, innovation, and community engagement goals.
• Assist in the development and management of the ASU Olympics Initiative, including project planning, governance, timelines, stakeholder engagement, and tracking progress across strategic workstreams.
• Collaborate with the President's Office and initiative leadership to identify and advance new Olympic-related opportunities, prepare briefing materials, and support communications that elevate ASU's visibility and impact.
• Contribute to the long-term implementation of the ASU Olympics Initiative by helping develop programs, events, partnerships, and innovation activities that position ASU as a leading academic and innovation partner before, during, and after the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Executive briefing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

ASU is seeking an Administrative Operations Specialist 3 Non-Exempt to lead the planning and execution of the initial NOC facility rental initiative, coordinating with ASU units to ensure successful planning, logistics, agreements, and operational support.

The role also coordinates cross-university Olympic initiatives with academic and administrative units, Athletics, Facilities, Events, Housing, and external partners to advance ASU's Olympic strategy, partnerships, and community engagement