Program Manager, Strategic Initiatives, SOM, Internal Medicine, SSLI-8069

Program Manager, Strategic Initiatives

The Stravitz-Sanyal Liver Institute at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Program Manager who is responsible for overseeing and managing key projects that align with the Institute's long-term strategic goals. This individual will work closely with leadership, cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders to drive research-based initiatives and strategic projects from inception to completion, ensuring the achievement of business objectives within scope, time, and budget constraints.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Research & Analysis
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Project Management & Oversight
• Risk Management & Problem-Solving
• Reporting & Documentation
• Continuous Improvement

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field
• Background in research
• 3+ years of experience in project management, preferably, strategic initiatives or research-based roles.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools
• Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data and research into actionable insights.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• PMP or other relevant certifications are a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree preferred

Additional Information:

The position will remain open until filled.

VCU is committed to hiring veterans! VCU will include a veteran's period(s) of military service in the calculation of their annual leave accrual rate. This may provide veterans with an increased leave accrual! Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer. Please note that if you are employed as a university employee working in any of the health system's facilities, you will need to follow VCU Health System policies, which will include but will not be limited to, vaccination requirements.

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Demetria Patterson

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Virginia Department of Human Resource Management