Program Manager - Qualifying Education

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Boldness, Teamwork and Curiosity. These values guide our interactions with each other, our customers,

and the community as a whole.

We have a rich and storied history. Colibri is one of the pioneers of online professional education,

introducing some of the first web-based professional education courses in 2001. Today, the company’s

family of brands are the leading online professional education platforms in their respective end-markets.

We proudly to serve >1 million customers annually and employ more than 1,000 mission-aligned

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Position Overview

The Program Manager for Qualifying Education in Real Estate plays a crucial role in developing, improving, and delivering high-quality educational products for both asynchronous and synchronous learners. This position requires effective collaboration with instructional designers, writers, course developers, regulatory staff, and external customers. Strong project management experience and excellent communication skills are essential. The role combines strategic oversight, innovative design, and operational management to ensure all educational products meet the highest standards of effectiveness and engagement.

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, and enhance high-quality educational programs for both asynchronous and synchronous learners.
• Incorporate innovative instructional strategies to enhance learner engagement and effectiveness.
• Ensure educational content is current, relevant, and meets industry standards.
• Work closely with instructional designers, writers, course developers, and regulatory staff to create and update course materials.
• Foster strong working relationships with internal teams and external customers to ensure seamless program delivery.
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensure all courses comply with state and national regulations.
• Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and successful completion.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets in Monday.com.
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as needed to meet deadlines and objectives.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the qualifying education programs.
• Ensure efficient and effective delivery of educational products to learners.
• Implement quality control measures to maintain high standards of program delivery and learner satisfaction.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, including learners, instructors, regulatory bodies, and internal teams.
• Provide regular updates on program developments and outcomes to senior management.
• Address and resolve any issues or concerns raised by stakeholders promptly.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs through feedback and performance metrics.
• Implement continuous improvement processes to enhance program quality and learner outcomes.
• Stay informed of best practices and emerging trends in real estate education and apply them to program development.
• Manage program budgets, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
• Allocate resources appropriately to support program objectives and priorities.
• Ensure all educational products comply with relevant regulatory requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and implement necessary updates to courses and programs.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies to address compliance issues and obtain necessary approvals for courses.

• BA/MA in Instructional Design, English, Journalism, Education, or related field.
• Three+ years of leading/managing successful instructional design projects, in online and/or publications.
• Strong creative thinker who possesses excellent communication, brainstorming, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills. 
• Deadline-driven yet flexible enough to “think on their feet” and respond appropriately to changing market and project requirements. 
• Possess the ability to motivate others and build consensus within a team, but willing to assertively demand action and closure when necessary to achieve results and meet deadlines.
• Talented multi-tasker who can keep the big picture in mind while tending to the numerous day-to-day details in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. 
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications is required. 
• Experience in real estate, financial service, or publishing industries would be an important plus.
• Demonstrate leadership, tact, diplomacy, professionalism, and a positive demeanor in the performance of all duties and when interacting with people within and outside the organization.

Colibri Group welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, and we understand that not every candidate will meet every requirement listed in the job description. Research has shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply to jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification, and we want to actively combat this bias in our hiring process. If you're excited about the role and believe you have the skills and experience to contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn't align perfectly with every qualification listed. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we believe that diversity of perspectives and experiences is essential to our success. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another position within our organization. Don't hesitate to take the leap and apply today!