Program Manager – Limited Term
Penn Information Systems & Computing
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Philadelphia • Pennsylvania • United States
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Salary
💰 $57,500 - $80,000 per year
About the role
- Establish and oversee processes by which to manage the Global Commission on Urban SDG Finance and the anchor institution program by creating project plans and budgets
- Conduct research as necessitated by the grants to meet grant deliverables
- Manage grant team coordination – establishing team meetings and accountability measures for PIs, university partners, external collaborators, and student workers
- Design and execute high-level meetings (virtual and in-person) of project partners, peer institutions, and Commission members
- Represent Penn IUR at such global meetings as UN Climate Week by liaising with partners, presenting project findings, and convening partner meetings
- Collaborate with Penn IUR communications team to disseminate key findings and achievements
Requirements
- Bachelor's and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required; Master's preferred
- Demonstrated experience developing and managing complex projects, including creating project plans, timelines, and budgets
- Strong research skills with the ability to conduct qualitative and/or quantitative analysis to meet grant or project deliverables
- Proven ability to coordinate multi‑stakeholder grant teams, including convening meetings, tracking progress, and implementing accountability measures
- Experience planning, designing, and executing high‑level virtual and in‑person meetings, workshops, or convenings with senior partners or global stakeholders
- Experience working collaboratively with communications teams to translate project outputs into public‑facing materials, reports, or announcements
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work with diverse partners
Benefits
- Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- Tuition: tuition assistance for employees, their spouses, and dependent children
- Retirement: generous retirement plans including Basic, Matching, and Supplemental plans
- Time Away from Work: substantial amount of time away from work for personal needs
- Long-Term Care Insurance: help covering long-term care service costs
- Wellness and Work-life Resources: various programs to support health and work-life balance
- Professional and Personal Development: resources for personal and professional growth
- University Resources: access to libraries, athletic facilities, and cultural activities
- Discounts and Special Services: great deals on goods and services for employees
- Flexible Work Hours: creative work approaches promoting balance between work and personal commitments
- Penn Home Ownership Services: forgivable loan for eligible employees buying a home
- Adoption Assistance: reimbursement for qualified adoption expenses
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Hard Skills & Tools
project managementbudgetingresearch skillsqualitative analysisquantitative analysismeeting planningstakeholder coordinationaccountability measurespublic-facing materialsreport writing
Soft Skills
organizational skillsinterpersonal skillscommunication skillscollaborationmulti-taskingleadershipteam coordinationaccountabilitypresentation skillsrelationship management
Certifications
Bachelor's degreeMaster's degree