Manager, Programs Job Description

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Manager, Programs

University of Miami - Miami, FL

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The Manager, Programs oversees and coordinates the day-to-day operations of the assigned University programs in accordance with the institution's academic and strategic missions. The incumbent operates with the goal of delivering high quality programs to the University faculty and staff and other key stakeholders. Furthermore, the Manager, Programs provides guidance and mentorship to program staff to encourage talent development.

Department Specific Functions

Personnel

Supervises and trains team dedicated to supporting the CFAR Developmental Core. Provides guidance and mentorship, prepares and evaluates staff performance reports, and takes human resources actions as needed.
Uses situational leadership and conflict management techniques to answer staff inquires, resolve employee conflicts, address performance issues, etc.

Operations/Administration

Manages program operations for the Developmental Core, such as grant application and research support; core initiatives; student services and relations; etc.
Is knowledgeable of core activities, projects, schedule; Understands the core's programmatic priorities and activities, and prepares documents and presentations on strategic initiatives.
Provides programmatic coordination; identify redundancies and opportunities for collaboration and resource sharing; recommends changes regarding program activities and procedures as needed.
Maintains relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external to the organization (collaborators, sponsors, and business partners)
Manages core website, including reviewing, writing, and updating content; compliance with University branding, practices, and procedures; etc.
Assists with development initiatives, including serving as a liaison between development and high-ranking individuals inside and outside the University; silent donations and donor privacy; acting with sensitivity and discretion; etc.
Acts as liaison with University government affairs office

Financial Management

Monitors expenditure compliance of accounts within Federal, State, and Institutional guidelines.
Prepares Developmental Core travel preparations and reimbursements for conference/training coordination.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core/Department Specific Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field- preferably in biosciences and academic settings. MBA would be a plus.

Experience:

Minimum 4 years of relevant experience. Setting agendas for project coordination, including activity calendar, promoting interdepartmental participation, developing milestones and outcomes measures.
Experience with coordinating research projects that bring together researchers with different research backgrounds and driving an agenda that promotes collaboration and innovation.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Knowledge of grant practices and procedures.
Time management skills that optimize researcher participation while being cognizant of competing demands on time and effort.
Knowledge of business and management principles.
Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
Ability to establish department goals, and objectives that support the strategic plan.
Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.
Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Staff

Pay Grade:
A8