Program Manager, Roundtables - Remote

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*** This is a fully remote position and can be based anywhere in the US. ***
The Program Manager provides end-to-end management of cross-functional programs and projects, from planning and scoping through execution, monitoring, and continuous improvement. The role coordinates work across internal and external partners, manages timelines, budgets, and deliverables, and ensures programs align with organizational and partner goals. The Program Manager, with input from the broader program team, establishes effective operating frameworks, prepares leadership communications and reports using high-quality data, and uses data to guide timely execution across initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Plan, execute, and monitor programs and projects to ensure delivery on time, within scope, and within budget.

· Coordinate internal partners across pillars, regions, and programs to define program scope, objectives, timelines, and success measures.

· Coordinate cross-functional and external partners, serving as a primary point of contact for program operations.

· Develop and maintain project plans, dashboards, and documentation to track progress, risks, and dependencies as needed.

· Facilitate meetings, prepare agendas, document action items, and follow-up to ensure accountability.

· Identify and mitigate risks and barriers to successful program delivery; escalate issues as appropriate.

· Prepare reports, presentations, and updates for leadership and partners.

· Support contracting, vendor coordination, and resource management as needed.

· Use data and partner feedback to inform continuous improvement.

· Support trainings, events, or convenings as required by program needs.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

· Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree

· Preferred Degree: Master's Degree

· Certificate(s) or License(s): PMP Certification preferred

· Years of experience: 3 to 5 years

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

· Strong program and project management and organizational skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication and facilitation skills.

· Experience managing multiple concurrent projects or initiatives with competing priorities.

· Ability to build and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders.

· Experience using project management and collaboration tools.

· Ability to analyze data, track performance metrics, and apply insights to decision-making.

· Proactive, detail-oriented, adaptable, and results-driven mindset.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

· Occasional travel may be required (generally no more than to 10–20%).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Primarily sedentary work involving extended computer use; ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines; occasional lifting up to 25 pounds; ability to travel as necessary.

ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.