Project Manager

Company Description More than 50 years ago, Walden University was founded to support adult learners in achieving their academic goals and making a greater impact in their professions and communities. Students from across the U.S. and more than 115 countries are pursuing a certificate, bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree online at Walden. We offer more than 100 online degrees and certificate programs. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org). Visit WaldenU.edu for more information, and follow Walden on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment. Job Description The Project Manager supports student enrollment growth, retention, and enhancements to the overall student experience by leading cross-functional initiatives and coordinating the successful delivery of products, services, and operational improvements across the university. This role partners closely with functional leaders, product teams, and key stakeholders to plan, execute, and monitor projects that drive strategic objectives and organizational priorities. The Project Manager builds strong relationships across Walden University and Covista, facilitates effective communication, manages dependencies, and risks, and ensures alignment among business units to achieve successful project outcomes. Through leadership, collaboration, and operational oversight, the Project Manager helps deliver high-quality solutions that positively impact students, faculty, and institutional performance. Analyzes project needs and identifies resources required. Develops detailed project plans, which include key activities, timelines and resource requirements needed to achieve project objectives while adhering to an appropriate systematic development process. Tracks and documents completion of work plan activities and initiates efforts to advance the project as needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr