Program Manager

Program Manager

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Program Manager remote opportunity.

Position Title: Program Manager

Location: Remote

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 2 Months

Job Type: Full time Contract

Pay Range: $70 to $75

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Requirements:

Job Description:

Title: Program Manager

Location: Remote

Duration: 2 Months (Potential chances for extension)

Main Responsibilities:

• Oversee and track project stakeholders and progress to ensure timely execution and alignment with goals.
• Manage ongoing documentation, including the maintenance of a current status deck for the project.
• Provide weekly updates on project status, ensuring visibility with key stakeholders including the Corporate Vice President.
• Monitor and support partners in meeting their commitments and delivering on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Project Components:

• This role is a key part of a multifaceted project aimed at enhancing rural healthcare through technology and security improvements, with responsibilities including:
• Part 1: Offering free security assessments and training for rural hospitals, plus access to Microsoft products and support.
• Part 2: Conducting in-depth assessments and remediation for a select group of hospitals, with the goal of creating a case study by mid-year.
• Part 3: Overseeing an AI Innovation Lab for rural hospitals, managed in partnership with a consulting firm.

Additional Role Information:

The project is in its initial phases, with this role expected to dedicate 50-70% of its time to these core responsibilities. The remaining time will be spent supporting other projects within the TSI spectrum.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration activities.
• Present and explain proposals, reports and findings to clients.
• Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
• Confer with management, production and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
• Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.
• Consult or negotiate with clients to prepare project specifications.

  Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage one's time.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills are necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Strong knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Strong knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc.

  Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
• PMI or PMP certification preferred.
• 8-10 years' experience required.

Candidate Requirements

• Years of Experience Required:
  • 8-10 years' experience preferred.

• Degrees or certifications required:
  • Relevant experience preferred.
• Disqualifiers:
  • No relevant experience.

• Best vs. Average:.

• Experience with Virtual Event Management.

Top 3 Hard Skills Required + Years of Experience

8-10 years' experience - Project Management. Individuals with 8-10 years of experience in project management have skills in various aspects of project planning, budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication.

8-10 years' experience - Communication. 8-10 years of experience in communication with skills in both verbal and written communication across various mediums such as emails, presentations, reports, meetings, and interpersonal interactions. They excel in conveying complex ideas clearly and concisely to different audiences, including colleagues, clients, stakeholders, and executives.

8-10 years' experience - Event Management. Comprehensive understanding of the entire event lifecycle, from initial concept development and budgeting to venue selection, vendor management, logistics coordination, marketing promotion, and post-event evaluation.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords:

Stakeholder management, risk management, budgeting, planning etc.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 221003 when responding to this ad.

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