Strategic Initiatives Program Manager, Learning Tech & AI

Arizona State University; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University is seeking a Program Manager, Strategic Initiatives in Tempe, with hybrid work arrangements. The role focuses on operational leadership for Learning Technology initiatives, including event planning for FOLC Fest and related programs, vendor visits, and cross‑functional collaboration across higher education teams.

The position requires expertise in event management, project coordination, and experience with learning technologies; familiarity with AI-enabled tools is a

Qualifications

• Proficiency with event management and operational platforms like Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Airtable, Stova, Qualtrics, Zoom, Workday, and ServiceNow.
• Ability to apply project management methodologies to plan, track, and report concurrent initiatives across cross-functional teams.
• Flexibility to shift priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting cross-functional workgroups, committees, or institutional initiatives.
• Background in higher education, education technology, or faculty development programs.
• Knowledge of learning technologies, instructional design, or faculty engagement initiatives.
• Exposure to AI-enabled tools, platforms, or technology initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage hands-on planning, scheduling, and execution of faculty and learning design events, including FOLC Fest and Learning Design Summer Camp; oversee budgets, venue, catering, AV, and logistics.
• Organize vendor visits by coordinating requests, schedules, hybrid setup, and follow-up communications.
• Process purchasing, invoices, and procurement requests; maintain shared documents and communications; set up event registrations.
• Provide project management and administrative support for Learning Technology workgroups and leadership meetings; coordinate agendas and notes.
• Develop and maintain standardized workflows, tracking systems, and reporting for AI-related and emerging technology initiatives.

Skills

Event management

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Higher education experience

Learning technology

Emerging technology

AI initiatives

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Airtable

Stova

Qualtrics

Zoom

Workday

ServiceNow

Job description

Arizona State University is seeking a Program Manager, Strategic Initiatives in Tempe, with hybrid work arrangements. The role focuses on operational leadership for Learning Technology initiatives, including event planning for FOLC Fest and related programs, vendor visits, and cross‑functional collaboration across higher education teams.

The position requires expertise in event management, project coordination, and experience with learning technologies; familiarity with AI-enabled tools is a