Program Manager I Jobs in Lowell, MA (NOW HIRING)

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Responsible for managing all aspects of a program and corresponding projects. Implements initiatives that support alignment with organizational goals and strategic planning. Leads the communication and collaboration with stakeholders. Develops the program schedule, budget, and various program and project plan details. Analyzes data, prepares reports, and provides regular updates to program leadership. Identifies and escalates issues and risks and recommends solutions. Leads and provides guidance and support to other administrative team members. Does this position require Patient Care?No Essential Functions

• Leads program and project teams and coordinates and delegates cross-project initiatives.
• Conducts research, manages and analyzes data in systems, and develops reports and presentations to support programs.
• Identify potential risks, issues, and challenges associated with programs and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact.
• Monitor program progress and proactively address deviations from plans, timelines, or budgets.
• Manages the program budget, ensuring responsible allocation of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.

Education Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Licenses and Credentials Experience Program Management Experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate and delegate tasks, manage timelines, and drive results.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with medical professionals, faculty, and staff at all levels.

Candidates with prior research or education-related program/project management experience are required.

Candidates with strong interpersonal skills and marketing/written and verbal communication skills are required.

Encouraged to Apply: Candidates with prior experience with serious illness, supporting older adults and other vulnerable and minoritized populations, family caregivers and diverse groups are encouraged to apply.

Candidates with Spanish language fluency (written and/or spoken) are encouraged to apply.

Center Operations Build and maintain program management systems for task tracking, documentation, and communication, with guidance from Center Manager and Center Director. Develop streamlined processes for ongoing Center operation and strategic initiatives. Track implementation facilitators, barriers, and lessons learned to support continuous improvement and high-quality execution. Program/Project(s) Oversight & Implementation Drive overall program/projects management, including timelines, budgets, milestones, and deliverables, data capture, monitoring, tracking and reporting with a strong commitment to excellence and accountability. Coordinate site engagement across multiple health systems and clinical practices, proactively anticipating needs and removing barriers. Lead team and stakeholder coordination. Facilitate clear, timely communication across multidisciplinary teams, including center/program leadership, collaborating investigators, physician, and clinicians, program champions, community partners, and stakeholders. Support community outreach program and events, professional development events, program team meetings, and stakeholder engagement activities with careful preparation and follow-through. Partner closely with Center Directors and Senior Administrative Managers to ensure high-quality, on-time deliverables for clinical sites and funders.

Hold a Master’s Degree in Health-related field such as Public Health, Healthcare Administration Health Communication, Health Services Research, or a related field.

Bring 2-5 years of relevant experience managing medium-scale projects.

Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects, balance competing priorities, and consistently go above and beyond to deliver excellent results.

Communicate with exceptional organization, clarity, professionalism, and interpersonal skill.

Candidates with Spanish language fluency (written and/or spoken) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Preferred Experience: Apply experience with healthcare studies, education initiatives, and research or evaluation methods. Engage multiple stakeholder advisory and/or interest groups with professionalism, responsiveness, and follow-through. Use communication and marketing tools such as Canva, Adobe InDesign, Constant Contact, and Microsoft Exchange Distribution Lists. Use project and/or research management tools, including Airtable, REDCap, Smartsheets, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams. Use (or be willing to learn) website design tools such as WordPress Engine, Wix, or equivalent.

Remote Type Hybrid Work Location 125 Nashua Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Pay Range $63,648.00 - $92,570.40/Annual Grade 6

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

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