Program Manager, Global Impact

Administrative Operations Specialist 3

Job Family: Administrative Operations

Time Type: Full time

Max Pay Depends on experience: $60,000.00 USD Annual

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary: Supports and instructs those served by the department with complex queries, applies specialized knowledge of multiple standards, policies and procedures, and maintains accurate and detailed records.

Job Description: This position is grant-funded and contingent upon future funding. Under general direction, Responsible for the development and implementation of entrepreneurship programs serving targeted populations, with a focus on expanding resources and opportunities across the Southwestern United States and in Tribal communities throughout the region. This position has responsibility for developing and executing strategies to expand DreamBuilder and DreamCatcher programming in targeted communities. Provides additional support to the broader portfolio of programs, including but not limited to; mobile labs, conference events, and other programming as assigned. Works collaboratively with Global Impact and the Freeport-McMoRan staff responsible for DreamCatcher and the DreamBuilder platform, managing and implementing all aspects of program operations for the delivery of successful, high-quality programs. Manages project risks, expectations, and change through identification of the budget, time, and resources.

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU will not be a sponsor for this position

Position Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000; to commensurate with education and experience

Essential Duties:

• Oversees the implementation of Global Impact's commitments for programs related to DreamBuilder and DreamCatcher, entrepreneurship training programs for women entrepreneurs in targeted geographic communities.
• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to managing funder relationships, managing relationships with partner organizations, processing all reporting and payments, managing external vendors, working with technology vendors on program development, and achieving all promised program milestones.
• Develops strategies and successfully implements programs as conceptualized in partnership with the funder and conducts appropriate program evaluation to support strategic recommendations for future funding.
• Develops relationships and partnership with key leaders, nonprofits, educational institutions and other organizations within targeted communities to ensure the successful delivery of entrepreneurship programming to serve members of those communities.
• Coordinates the activities of faculty assigned to support the delivery of educational content and executes appropriate paperwork in accordance with Thunderbird and ASU policies.
• Supports efforts to coordinate activities across the broad portfolio of DreamBuilder and DreamCatcher programs to ensure continuity with respect to program brand management, program delivery and evaluation.
• Works to ensure accurate data is being collected and analyzed for the monitoring and evaluation requirements of the programs.
• Provides reporting and other supporting materials to program funders and partners, governmental agencies, and various nonprofit partner organizations, including annual reports and quarterly reports. Works closely with ASU administrative departments to provide all necessary information for adherence to grant requirements.
• Manages the budgets for projects and programs. Responsible for managing payments and change orders, as well as making budget adjustments, as necessary.
• Develops and manages marketing and promotional materials, including collateral, external website, and social media. Supports department level social media and marketing needs.
• Hires, manages and evaluates contractors and student workers.
• Represents Thunderbird, Global Impact, and associated programs at conferences and networking events.
• Frequent travel is required to cultivate relationships, work with program partners, or represent Global Impact at events.
• Ability to work occasional nights and weekends, as necessary, to achieve program outcomes.
• Position does require regular travel throughout the state
• As necessary, supports other Global Impact projects and department activities.

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience working in Tribal communities and knowledge of the unique business environments within those contexts is strongly desired.
• Master's Degree in related field or any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Experience in entrepreneurial initiatives and/or entrepreneurship training.
• Experience in gender related work, development, or education.
• Proven record of managing project execution and delivering results.
• Successful professional experience providing creative solutions to complex problems.

Working Environment:

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse
• Frequently required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work
• Use office equipment including a calculator, telephone, computer (monitor, keyboard and mouse), printer, fax and copier.
• This position receives general review of objectives.
• Position does require regular travel throughout the state.

ASU is a diverse enterprise with a wide variety of work and learning modes, locations and a commitment to sustainability, innovation and employee work-life balance. We are determined to maintain our position as an employer of choice in a competitive labor market.

Flexible work options

• Alternative work schedules can include four, 10-hour workdays in a workweek; a nine-day, 80-hour schedule over two workweeks for exempt employees only; and staggered start and stop times.
• Hybrid work is an arrangement where employees spend a minimum of 60% of their regular workweek at their primary ASU work location. Dean or vice president-level approval is required.

Department Statement: The Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University is one of the finest global leadership and global management schools in the world with both graduate and undergraduate students. Solutions for the planet mean developing problem?solvers from around the globe. From our world?renowned faculty representing six continents to hundreds of outstanding students who join us every year from around the world, the Thunderbird School of Global Management welcomes and encourages quality and great value. It is one of the top global leadership and global management schools in the country, highly ranked for academics, practical research, and student outcomes.

Driving Requirement: Driving is not required for this position.

Location: Off-Campus: Phoenix

Funding: No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply: Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement: Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit

All qualified applicants will receive consideration