Program Manager

Stand Together; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match with immediate vesting

Flexible time off

Comprehensive health and dental plans

Wellness and mental health support

Job summary

Stand Together is seeking a Program Manager in Arlington, VA, to oversee the production of educational programs, foster operational excellence, and collaborate with internal teams. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in program management, strong communication skills, and a commitment to innovation and transformation.

Join a passionate community dedicated to tackling America's challenges and promoting a culture of growth and empowerment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with program management and coordination.
• Proven experience in program or project management.
• Strong economic thinking skills.
• Ability to coach and develop talent.
• Availability to be in-person in Arlington, VA for key events.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the production process for Scaled Education's programs.
• Lead operational excellence of the program cycle.
• Develop and maintain knowledge systems for decision-making.
• Collaborate with teams to develop learning objectives.

Skills

Program management

Operational excellence

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Coaching and development

Economic thinking

Job description

Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems, from education to the economy, broken communities, and toxic division, among dozens of other pressing issues. We provide our partners with access to resources including funding, thought leadership, a network of peers, and a playbook for applying proven principles to transform lives and society.

The Program Manager is someone who is excited by both the operational aspects of programming as well as working with external SMEs/high caliber guest speakers who bring the Principles of Human Progress to life.

How You Will Contribute

• Oversee the production process for one of Scaled Education’s programs – including the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of a program.
• Lead the operational excellence of the program production cycle, ensuring optimal division of labor and resources to support team members in delivering their best work.
• Develop and maintain strong knowledge systems, including metrics and analysis, to inform decision-making and strengthen talent investments.
• Collaborate with curriculum teams to develop learning objectives and curricula that meet program value propositions and seek stakeholder feedback to enhance the product.
• Execute high-level program delivery by coordinating with internal teams and external partners, managing the creation of materials like nametags, workbooks, and handouts.
• Lead a program team aligned with our vision, actively contributing to the transformation of our program through adherence to our principles.

What You Will Bring

• 5+ years of experience with program management and coordination for large-scale programs
• Proven experience in program or project management, with a strong track record of operational excellence and leading project teams.
• Strong economic thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of effectively collaborating with and coordinating between various stakeholders.
• Ability to coach and develop talent, leveraging frameworks to solve problems and teach others to do the same.
• Availability to be in-person in Arlington, VA for key programmatic events.
• Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together\'s vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.

Standout Candidates Will Bring

• Experience managing talent development or learning programs
• Strong knowledge of PBM concepts
• Enthusiasm for building talent pipelines for the liberty movement

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
• A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
• Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
• Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.

Our Values

Working for an organization within the Stand Together philanthropic community is different from many other places. The culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM® empowers employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.

We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. That is why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, and respect.