Program Manager, Cohort Scholar Programs

New York University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University is seeking a Program Manager for Cohort Scholar Programs within the Global Enrollment Management and Student Success division. You will lead operationally across programs such as MLK Scholars, HEOP, CCTOP, and Davis Scholars, ensuring effective implementation and continuous improvement.

The role requires 5+ years in higher education or related fields, strong project management, data analysis, and the ability to coordinate diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required; Master's preferred.
• At least 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in higher education or related fields.
• Experience leading multi-project initiatives and translating priorities into operations.
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration and diverse stakeholders.
• Strong data analysis, Excel proficiency, and use of data for reporting and decision-making.
• Experience supervising professional staff and managing program budgets.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership for cohort scholar programs and special projects.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives and manage operational logistics and communications.
• Support assessment, reporting, and continuous program improvement across portfolios.
• Serve as a primary connector across teams during staffing transitions and priorities shifts.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Process improvement

Communication

Staff supervision

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Tableau

CRM platforms

EMMA

Project management software

Job description

New York University is seeking a Program Manager for Cohort Scholar Programs within the Global Enrollment Management and Student Success division. You will lead operationally across programs such as MLK Scholars, HEOP, CCTOP, and Davis Scholars, ensuring effective implementation and continuous improvement.

The role requires 5+ years in higher education or related fields, strong project management, data analysis, and the ability to coordinate diverse stakeholders.