Program Manager, Global Development

Arizona State University; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Phoenix is seeking a Program Manager for Global Development. Responsibilities include developing entrepreneurship programs and collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience. This position offers a salary range of $50,000 - $60,000 annually, and is grant-funded.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience managing projects/client relationships.
• Experience in grant-funded programs is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement entrepreneurship programs.
• Manage relationships with funders and partner organizations.
• Evaluate program success and make strategic recommendations.
• Ensure quality control in program delivery.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Knowledge of entrepreneurship training

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Reporting software

Data analysis tools

Job description

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$50,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr

Program Manager, Global Development

Campus: Downtown Phoenix

JR109711

End Date: August 30, 2025

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum 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.

Job Description:

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 per year; DOE

This position is grant-funded and contingent upon future funding.

Under general direction, responsible for the development and implementation of entrepreneurship programs serving targeted populations, with a focus on expanding resources and opportunities within Latin America, Indonesia, the Southwest region of the United States, and Tribal communities in Arizona. This position has responsibility for developing and executing strategies to expand DreamBuilder and DreamCatcher programming in targeted communities. Provides additional support to the broader portfolio of programs, including but not limited to: mobile labs, conference events, and other programming as assigned. Works collaboratively with Global Development and the Freeport staff responsible for DreamCatcher and the DreamBuilder platform, managing and implementing all aspects of program operations for the delivery of successful, high-quality programs. Manages project risks, expectations, and change through identification of the budget, time, and resources.

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU will not be a sponsor for this position

• Oversees the implementation of Global Development’s commitments for programs related to DreamBuilder and DreamCatcher, entrepreneurship training programs for women entrepreneurs in targeted geographic communities.
• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to managing funder relationships, managing relationships with partner organizations, processing all reporting and payments, managing external vendors, working with technology vendor on program development, and achieving all promised program milestones.
• Develops strategies and successfully implements programs as conceptualized in partnership with the funder and conducts appropriate program evaluation to support strategic recommendations for future funding.
• Develops relationships and partnership with key leaders, nonprofits, educational institutions and other organizations within targeted communities to ensure the successful delivery of entrepreneurship programming to serve members of those communities.
• Coordinates the activities of faculty assigned to support the delivery of educational content and executes appropriate paperwork in accordance with Thunderbird and ASU policies.
• Supports efforts to coordinate activities across the broad portfolio of DreamBuilder and DreamCatcher programs to ensure continuity with respect to program brand management, program delivery and evaluation.
• Works to ensure accurate data is being collected and analyzed for the monitoring and evaluation requirements of the programs.

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in related field AND five (5) years' experience managing projects/client relationships; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired but not required:

• Experience working in Tribal communities and knowledge of the unique business environments within those contexts is strongly desired.
• MBA or Master’s Degree in related field.
• Experience in entrepreneurial initiatives and/or entrepreneurship training.
• Experience in gender related work, development, or education.
• Proven record of managing project execution and delivering results.
• Successful professional experience providing creative solutions to complex problems.
• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse (75%); required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work (10%).
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds (15%)
• Regular activities require the ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see and hear to perform essential functions.

Department Statement:

The Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University is one of the finest global leadership and global management schools in the world with both graduate and undergraduate students. Solutions for the planet mean developing problem‐solvers from around the globe. From our world‐renowned faculty representing six continents to hundreds of outstanding students who join us every year from around the world, the Thunderbird School of Global Management welcomes and encourages quality and great value. It is one of the top global leadership and global management schools in the country, highly ranked for academics, practical research, and student outcomes.

Driving Requirement:

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location:

Campus: Downtown Phoenix

Funding:

Grant Funded

Instructions to Apply:

Current Employees and Students should apply directly within Workday using the Jobs Hub. Use this link and log in using SSO:

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$11081.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

Resume/CV

Note: Multiple documents can be submitted into the attachment box. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. NOTE: GA and Intern positions are counted as .5 for job experience (ie. 1 year equals 6 months experience equivalency). Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

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ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

About Arizona State University

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