Program Manager I-KNN Organizational Engagement

Position Description:


We're looking for those individuals-the creative thinkers and innovation seekers-who are content with nothing short of changing the world. Discover the endless opportunities within the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and be inspired by the work we can do together to improve health, and make a positive, daily impact in our communities.
As a Program Manager I with the KNN Organizational Engagement Team, you will work independently, under the direction of the Kern National Network's (KNN) Senior Manager, Learning and Engagement to manage the activities of KNN Group and Organization engagement. Manage the Group and Organization experiences to achieve established goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, controlling and coordinating of project tasks.

All remote work must be performed within one of the MCW registered payroll states, which currently includes:
WI, AZ, FL, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, TN, TX, and UT.
Responsibilities

Support the functions of the KNN Group and Organization engagement experiences by aligning to project vision, developing implementation plans by deploying project management techniques and supporting Groups and Organizations with effective communication and facilitation skills.
Manage project planning processes as it relates to developing and implementing the experience for each engaged Group and Organization.
Maintain project timeline including tracking deadlines and requirements for program deliverables.
Develop and manage the unique experience and timelines for each Group and Organization and communicate with the external contacts and teams.
Schedule people and material resources, specifically:
planning meetings with Groups and Organizations, virtual orientations, virtual convenings, in-person strategic meetings and Workshops, and additional meetings as requested.
Take a relational approach to work with internal and external stakeholders.
Coordinate and contribute to the development of engagement materials including educational materials, marketing materials, websites, groups in the KNN Online Community, forms, reports and more.
Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs, scope and requirements.
Oversee the collection, analysis, and dissemination of program data; contribute to the reporting of program data and project progress.
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive databases and files related to the program.
Participate in the development, utilization and review of planning materials including programmatic materials and reports.
Create and oversee effective communication plans that address all aspects of the engagement experiences and target appropriate audiences; independently answer inquiries about activities and procedures.
Organize internal and external meetings, site visits, and special events, and facilitate meetings with participants of KNN Groups and Organizations as needed.
Ensure compliance with departmental, regulatory and institutional policies.
Participate on appropriate committees relevant to the advancement of the program and the profession or area of research.
Traveling Requirements:
Must be willing to travel at least 20%.
Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

Able to independently manage assigned projects, tasks and workgroups; accurately complete project within budget and by the due date with high customer satisfaction.
Demonstrates a strong background in project management and enforces project management best practices and methodologies.
Recognize issues and determine priority. Able to quickly isolate and independently resolve issues utilizing all available resources. Able to proactively prevent issues from occurring again and to anticipate future issues.
Effectively communicate in both written and verbal form to customers and management. Able to create comprehensive documentation for all phases of the project.
Handle stressful situations in a calm and patient manner. Must maintain a positive attitude in all situations.

Preferred Schedule:


Fully Remote. Mon-Friday 8:
00 a.m.-5:
00 p.m.

Position Requirements:


Minimum Qualifications:

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.
Minimum education:
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience:
6 years
Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred education:
Master's Degree
Preferred experience:
Program management experience
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Why MCW?
Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
403B Retirement Package
Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
For a full list of positions see:
mcw.edu/careers
For a brief overview of our benefits see:

/mcw.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits
Eastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine. MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community. For more information, please visit our institutional website at
/mcw.edu/departments/office-of-diversity-and-inclusion.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
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