Senior Program Manager

Company: National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NF
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 20, 2024

Job Description:

Who We AreFounded more than a century ago, ICMA is the premier professional association for local government leaders, managers, staff, and stakeholders, serving more than 13,000 members globally. As a membership association, we provide research and knowledge resources, professional development and training, peer to peer engagement, and technical assistance. We are also a major implementing partner for many grant and contract funded programs on emerging and prevailing topics and challenges to create stronger communities.At ICMA, we take the concept of local government leadership, management, and innovation further into the future. Through our mission and passion to advance professional local government, we help communities deliver innovative services, empower resident engagement, enable economic development, strengthen leadership, uphold ethics, and provide forward-thinking management.We ensure a diverse and inclusive workplace by welcoming people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives and by learning from each other, individually and collectively.A Great OpportunityICMA's Global Programs Teams is seeking a highly energized Senior Program Manager to support the planning and execution of event programming and management. Under the direction of a Program Director, the Senior Program Manager position is responsible for providing management and subject matter expertise for a portfolio of programs and projects management, and oversight of multiple projects focused on local government leadership, management, and service delivery. The Senior Program Manager plays a leadership role in new business and proposal development and represents ICMA on projects and at conferences/events. The position resides within the Global Program Management team, which manages grant and contract funded programs supported by federal agencies, foundations, and other donors and sponsors. This position will initially work on EPA funded brownfields projects including the National Brownfields Conference.The Senior Program Manager salary is based on experience level and ranges between $84,602 and $105,752.The Senior Program Manager reports to the Program Director.This position is dependent on grant funding. Continued employment for the selected candidate is contingent upon ongoing funding.What You'll Do

• Manage technical, financial, and compliance requirements for one or more funded projects.
• Help manage and supervise staff and subcontractors.
• Oversee financial management and reporting on projects to ensure funds are utilized as intended. Responsible for budget creation, financial analysis, tracking of obligated funding and reviewing expenditures and invoices on a monthly basis.
• Oversee preparation/review of monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports for the Global Program Management Team and client.
• Manage relationships with internal team, project partners, subcontractors/grantees and consultants as well as clients and funders.
• Communicate program performance results to ICMA team and senior leadership.
• Lead or support proposals to new or existing funders including technical writing, technical reviews, recruitment, and budget development.What You Need to Be Successful in This Role
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Eight (8)+ years of related experience including experience managing programs funded by federal agencies, foundations, and other donorsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
    • Substantial project management experience, preferably on federally funded programs, or programs funded by governments, foundations, private sector and/or multilateral organizations in the governance sector
    • Demonstrated interpersonal communication and collaboration skills working with diverse audiences to convey ideas, collaborate, and sustain productive working relationships
    • Expertise in related technical area
    • Exceptional skills in written and oral communication
    • Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, and Power Point
    • Fluency in a second language desired (If applicable, for oversight of international programs)
    • Project and program management skills
    • Prior training in and experience with US Government Federal Rules and Regulations
    • Demonstrated experience in procurement processes, contract compliance, and budgeting
    • Strong oral and written communication skills
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in diverse work environments while demonstrating cultural sensitivity and respect
    • Ability to make timely and sound decisions based on accurate judgment
    • Demonstrated presentation skills
    • Knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, intranet, and virtual communication platformsPhysical Requirements/Work EnvironmentThe work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
      • Work is typically performed in a home office environment free from hazards or unpleasant environmental conditions.
      • Work may require domestic travel up to 25% of the time.
      • Work may involve occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasionally work to be performed outside with exposure to temperature and climate extremes.What We Can Offer You
        • Remote work environment
        • A collegial working environment where teamwork and individual contributions are valued
        • A competitive salary
        • A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer sponsored health, dental, life, disability, and employee assistance benefits
        • Paid time off to include vacation, sick leave, holidays, and floating days
        • Generous retirement plan
        • Opportunities for ongoing professional developmentThis position is based out of ICMA's headquarters, located in Washington, D.C. At this time, all ICMA staff are working remotely. The selected individual must be able to work the core business hours from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm EST. Our office will remain operational and accessible for staff to use on a voluntary basis.A high-speed Internet connection is required. Personnel will provide the Internet service at their own expense. The internet connection must be of sufficient bandwidth to allow the team member to efficiently perform their regular job functions.The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.EEO StatementAt ICMA, we strive to promote and sustain a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging every day. ICMA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or on any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists, and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for ICMA job opportunities.
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