Strategic Initiatives & Programs Manager

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

USRA's Education Programs Office in Houston, Texas seeks a Program Manager, Strategic Initiatives & Program Development to lead program operations, proposal development, and strategic partnerships across AFRL and federal partners. You will advance growth opportunities and ensure effective execution of STEM workforce initiatives.

Reporting to the Director of Education, the role emphasizes relationship management, grant submissions, and multi-stakeholder coordination while maintaining compliance

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Education, Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Policy, Organizational Leadership, STEM Education, Higher Education Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in program management, education, workforce development, strategic partnerships, proposal development, business development, or related fields.
• Experience cultivating partnerships and stakeholder relationships across government, higher education, nonprofit, or research environments.
• Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects with multiple competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead program operations, proposal development, strategic planning, partner engagement, and business development activities that advance USRA's education and workforce development portfolio.
• Identify and pursue new growth opportunities, lead the development of competitive proposals and grant submissions, and collaborate with stakeholders to expand programmatic impact.
• Support execution and continuous improvement of STEM education and workforce development programs across multiple AFRL installations, ensuring effective program implementation, stakeholder engagement, compliance, and reporting.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Public relations

Strategic planning

Relationship management

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

USRA's Education Programs Office in Houston, Texas seeks a Program Manager, Strategic Initiatives & Program Development to lead program operations, proposal development, and strategic partnerships across AFRL and federal partners. You will advance growth opportunities and ensure effective execution of STEM workforce initiatives.

Reporting to the Director of Education, the role emphasizes relationship management, grant submissions, and multi-stakeholder coordination while maintaining compliance