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This position manages multiple projects and implementation activities across function as well as other business units, as necessary. Assists in projects typically focused on managing activities associated with new, changed, and discontinued programs, policies, and other strategic business initiatives. This position will work collaboratively and cross-functionally to ensure a streamlined approach to change management and to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of bringing products and services to market that support business goals and objectives. The individual may also work closely with consultants and other third-party vendors, when necessary.
Job Responsibility:
Manages multiple projects and implementation activities across function as well as other business units
Assists in projects typically focused on managing activities associated with new, changed, and discontinued programs, policies, and other strategic business initiatives
Works collaboratively and cross-functionally to ensure a streamlined approach to change management
Ensures the efficiency and effectiveness of bringing products and services to market that support business goals and objectives
May work closely with consultants and other third-party vendors
Analyzes projects to determine functions and resources needed or involved, implications to the business, and opportunities to include in project scope
Identifies necessary approvals related to planning and implementation activities
Provides guidance to business leaders on how to seek approvals
Researches and interprets policies, guidelines, etc. and incorporates these into implementation plans and execution efforts
Partners with Walden leadership on project prioritization based on various factors including business goals, resource scheduling, marketing and recruitment window, market, and business readiness, etc.
Makes recommendations on resulting priority sequences
Facilitates the movement of projects through a stage-gate process, surfacing issues, risks and recommendations to the leadership team at each of the approval gates
Initiates, authors and provides thorough and timely communications regarding the planning and status of multiple projects to core team members, appropriate stakeholders and Walden leadership
Analyzes and researches issues and problems
identifies and recommends solutions
implements as appropriate
Manages project and related implementation activities according to project plans in a matrix organization
Coaches and collaborates with team members in support of the achievement of the project
Communicates project progress, opportunities and issues to stakeholders, especially related to impact of changes in project resources, scheduling, scope, and delivery
Works closely and cross-functionally with stakeholders involved to ensure smooth implementation
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Business or Project Management required
Master's Degree preferred
Five (5) plus years of full lifecycle project management experience including knowledge of PMBOK or other equivalent methodology
Experience in an academic enterprise
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve issues and determine effective business and alternative solutions
Demonstrate initiative and ability to advance projects while managing multiple initiatives
Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to interact with all levels within the organization and work in a fast paced environment with many initiatives
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with minimal supervision and direction
Proficient with project management practices and tools
Capability to influence and instill credibility in sponsors, peers and subordinates by meeting project milestones, deadlines and budget
Nice to have:
Portfolio Management Professional (PMP) desired
Lean Six Sigma preferred
What we offer:
Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
12 Paid Holidays
Eligible to participate in an annual incentive program
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