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The Program Director - Horizontals will lead strategic growth initiatives across Process Automation ... This is a global role with high visibility across Process Automation leadership, directly impacting ...

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The Global Clients Americas (GCA) Program Director serves as a trusted security advisor and strategic business partner to high-value multinational clients across complex, multi-site portfolios. This ...

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$90K - $95K/yr

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$144.50K/yr

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How much do global program director jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for global program director in the United States is $121,974.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,000.00 and $152,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Global Program Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Global Program Director, you need extensive experience in program management, strategic planning, and a relevant advanced degree, often in business or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools (such as MS Project or Asana), enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and certifications like PMP are typically required. Exceptional leadership, cross-cultural communication, and stakeholder management skills set top performers apart. These competencies are crucial for effectively leading complex, multi-country initiatives and ensuring organizational objectives are met on a global scale.

How does a Global Program Director balance the demands of managing cross-functional teams across different time zones and cultures?

A Global Program Director typically coordinates teams located in multiple regions, which requires effective communication, cultural sensitivity, and flexible scheduling. They often use collaboration tools to bridge time zone gaps and establish clear processes for decision-making and reporting. Regular virtual meetings, clear documentation, and empowering regional leads help ensure alignment and smooth execution. Adapting leadership styles to respect cultural differences and being proactive about potential misunderstandings are key to fostering a cohesive, productive team environment.

What is a Global Program Director?

A Global Program Director is a senior leader responsible for overseeing and coordinating large-scale programs across multiple countries or regions. They manage program strategies, budgets, teams, and timelines to ensure the successful delivery of projects that align with an organization's global objectives. This role often involves collaborating with stakeholders from different cultures, ensuring compliance with international standards, and adapting programs to local markets. Global Program Directors play a crucial role in driving organizational growth and maintaining consistency in program execution worldwide.

What is the difference between Global Program Director vs Program Manager?

AspectGlobal Program DirectorProgram Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple large-scale international programs, sets strategic direction, manages cross-functional teams globallyManages specific projects within a program, focuses on execution, timelines, and deliverables
Required CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees (MBA, PMP), extensive experience in program management, leadership skillsUsually requires a bachelor’s degree, project management certifications (PMP), and relevant experience
Work EnvironmentGlobal offices, cross-cultural teams, strategic planning sessionsProject sites, team meetings, client interactions
Industry UsageCommon in multinational corporations, NGOs, government agenciesWidely used across industries for project execution

The main difference is that a Global Program Director focuses on strategic oversight of multiple international programs, while a Program Manager handles specific projects within those programs. The Director role involves higher-level planning and leadership, whereas the Manager role emphasizes project execution and management.

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Infographic showing various Global Program Director job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 5% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,974 per year, or $58.6 per hour.
Associate Director, Global Program Management

Associate Director, Global Program Management

Gilead

Foster City, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 3 hours ago


Gilead Sciences rating

9.7

Company rating: 9.7 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1st of 70 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we've tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer - working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world's biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Job Description

At Gilead our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers.

We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world's most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come

We are seeking an Associate Director, Global Program Management, who will be based in Foster City, CA (hybrid, minimal 3 days onsite).

Job Responsibilities:

  • In partnership with project leaders contributes to the development, approval, and execution of the project strategy.

  • Co-chairs timely, efficient, and action-oriented team meetings and is responsible for coordinating team operations, communications and verifying the timely achievement of deliverables. Ensures that meeting agendas, materials and minutes are drafted, vetted and shared in a timely manner.

  • Directs moderately complex project communications and ensures that stakeholders are informed of project activities and their status.

  • Manages project data in enterprise planning tool, Planisware and partners with other project managers to align and validate data.

  • Organizes preparation of high-quality documents for review by governance committees in collaboration with the project team and represents the team at Governance meetings, as required.

  • Facilitates the design, implementation, and life cycle development plan updates.

  • Provide leadership to the team to anticipate and identify project risks which pose a challenge to achieving strategic goals; proposes and implements plans to mitigate risks or develop contingencies.

  • Provides project documents and information for monthly reports, quarterly budget reviews, quarterly investor relations/Board updates.

  • Can facilitate the formation of early-stage development teams with functional area leadership and guide transition of projects between development phases.

  • Support departmental continuous improvement and optimization initiatives.

  • Ensures project work complies with established practices, policies and processes.

Basic qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and Ten Years' Experience

OR

Masters' Degree and Eight Years' Experience

OR

PhD/PharmD and Five Years' Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of leading cross-functional project management activities within the pharmaceutical and related industry, building, managing and articulating comprehensive, complex, cross-functional plans.

  • A scientific background is preferred.

  • PMP (Project Management Professional) or other PM certification, or equivalent a plus.

  • Strong knowledge of the drug development process and comprehensive understanding of and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards of pharmaceutical project management.

  • Expertise in developing and managing project scope, deliverables, risks and resource requirements.

  • Leadership presence with the ability to translate strategy into action.

  • Strong analytical skills with an ability to summarize and present complex information in a clear and concise manner.

  • Strong verbal and written communications skills with the ability to effectively interact at multiple organizational levels.

  • Understand and communicate scientific and business elements associated with the therapeutic area(s) of assigned projects.

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and understanding of team dynamics.

  • Lead without authority, influence and motivate teams.

  • Help teams anticipate, plan, and adapt to an evolving environment.

  • Take accountability and empower individuals and teams to make effective decisions according to DAI (Decision-Accountable-Inform) principles in alignment with the company's vision, values and goals.

  • Create an inclusive environment and foster teams to operate collaboratively, transparently and respectfully.

  • Advanced knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office suite other reporting and tracking tools.

  • Be able to work under minimal supervision.

People Leader Accountabilities:

  • Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams.

  • Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose.

  • Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.


The salary range for this position is: $195,670.00 - $253,220.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.


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