Job Title: Vice President, Industry Programs Department: Technology Reports to: SVP & CTO FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Range: $240,000 - $300,000 Summary: Responsible for leading CTIA's portfolio of industry programs, including the CTIA Certification Program and other assigned initiatives. Accountable for program strategy, execution, budgets, financial performance, operational efficiency, growth, and continued relevance to CTIA members and the wireless industry. Serves as the executive owner of assigned programs, leading member and ecosystem engagement, program expansion, and the onboarding and ongoing management of new programs as appropriate. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following; additional duties may be assigned:
Supervisory responsibilities: Has supervisory responsibility over managers and professional and support staff within the Industry Programs function. Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Executive Leadership: Sets direction, develops people, establishes accountability, and drives effective execution. Program Management: Plans and manages complex programs, priorities, timelines, resources, and performance. Financial Management: Effectively manages budgets, forecasts, financial performance, and resource allocation. Member Engagement: Builds trusted executive-level relationships and develops alignment around program priorities. Industry Leadership: Establishes credibility with industry stakeholders and represents CTIA effectively in external forums. Strategic Thinking: Anticipates industry change and identifies practical opportunities to evolve and expand programs. Judgment: Demonstrates sound judgment across technical, operational, financial, and organizational matters. Communication and Collaboration: Communicates clearly and works effectively across CTIA and with external stakeholders. Qualifications: The requirements below describe the knowledge, skills, and experience expected for the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge: Strong knowledge of the wireless and telecommunications industry, including wireless technologies, devices, testing, certification, standards, and the broader industry ecosystem. Strong understanding of program operations, budgeting and financial management, member engagement, vendor and partner management, and the growth and evolution of established industry programs. Education and/or experience: Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, technology, or a related field required; advanced degree preferred. Minimum of 12 years of progressively responsible experience in wireless, telecommunications, technology, testing, certification, industry programs, or a related field, including at least five years in a leadership role. Demonstrated experience managing complex programs, significant budgets, financial performance, program growth, and senior-level member and industry relationships. Experience working in or with a trade association or member-driven organization preferred. Language skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, including the ability to communicate complex technical and business matters to executive, technical, member, and public audiences. Strong presentation and public-speaking skills are required. Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; and use of motor skills. Work environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is usually quiet. This position may require overtime. The candidate must be flexible to work overtime if needed. Location: CTIA is currently operating on a hybrid work schedule with in-person requirements on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in its Washington, DC office. This list describes general job duties and responsibilities. It is not a complete list of duties. Incumbents may be required to perform additional tasks related to these duties. CTIA does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, color, race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, marital status, personal appearance, veteran status, political affiliation, matriculation, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. |
| Location | Washington |
| Website | https://careers.ctia.org |
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