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Program Manager

Meharry Medical College

Nashville, Tennessee

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Academic Research, Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Budget Reporting, Business Administration, Communication Skills, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Expense Tracking, Finance, Financial Compliance, Funding, Grant Administration/Management, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Metrics, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft SharePoint, Multitasking, Nonprofit, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Plan Meetings, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Program Planning, Project Management Software, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Public Health, Publications, Quality Management, Regulatory Compliance, Sustainability, Training Program, Website Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Nashville, Tennessee
POSTED
14 days ago
The Program Manager will oversee the planning, coordination, and implementation of strategic research, and training initiatives in the Office for Research and Innovation. The program manager will ensure programs deliver effectively, milestones are achieved in time, budgets are monitored, and outcomes are aligned with programs specific institutional goals.

1. Program Planning, Management, and Implementation

• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of assigned research and training programs.

• Develop and maintain project work plans, deliverables, and performance metrics.

• Oversee timelines, milestones, and progress tracking for multiple concurrent projects.

• Coordinate with Meharry leadership, faculty, and external partners to ensure program alignment with strategic priorities.

2. Budget and Resource Oversight

• Develop and monitor program budgets in collaboration with Finance and Grants Management.

• Track expenditures, prepare financial summaries, and ensure fiscal compliance with institutional and sponsor guidelines.

• Identify and pursue opportunities for program sustainability and expansion through internal or external funding.

3. Stakeholder and Partnership Engagement

• Serve as a primary liaison between Meharry and program collaborators, including academic institutions, funders, and community partners.

• Facilitate cross-departmental communication and collaboration.

• Organize advisory meetings, steering committees, and reporting sessions.

4. Data Collection, Reporting, and Evaluation

• Oversee collection of program data, metrics, and participant outcomes.

• Prepare quarterly and annual reports for leadership and external stakeholders.

• Support evaluation and quality improvement activities, ensuring programs meet measurable impact goals.

5. Educational and Outreach Coordination

• Collaborate with faculty and communication teams to promote program achievements and opportunities.

• Coordinate student and trainee engagement, including recruitment, mentoring logistics, and professional development activities.

• Contribute to dissemination efforts through website updates, presentations, and publications.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities.

• Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills with ability to engage faculty, students, and external partners.

• Analytical and data-driven decision-making with attention to detail and accountability.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools (e.g., Teams, Smartsheet, SharePoint), with strong PowerPoint design and presentation skills

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Preferred:

• Experience managing academic, research, or federally funded programs.

• Knowledge of grants management, reporting systems, and compliance requirements.

• Ability to work independently while fostering collaboration across teams.

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, education, public health, or related discipline.

• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in program or project management, preferably in an academic, research, or nonprofit setting.

• Demonstrated experience in budget management, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.

Education and Experience Required:

• Ph.D. in business administration, education, public health, or a related discipline, with 1-2 years of relevant experience in program or project management, preferably in an academic, research, or nonprofit setting.

• Master's (M.S.) in a related discipline, with 2-3 years of relevant experience.

Licensure, Certification or Registration Required:

  • N/A

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