Program Manager I

Position Description:

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) brings a synergy between the best medical education, research and patient care. Tomorrow's discoveries happen right here alongside the very people who bring those lessons to our students. Every bit of knowledge, and every advancement, provides our students with an unprecedented, collaborative learning environment, and helps improve the vitality and care of our communities. In the role of a Program Manager I you will be working in our Center for Cancer Discovery.

Purpose

Work independently, under the direction of the MCW Cancer Center Associate Director of Community Outreach and Engagement (COE) and Deputy Associate Director of Administration to manage the activities of a department-wide program including evaluation, data tracking and reporting. Provide direction and guidance to the team to facilitate the achievement of the program's goals.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain program timeline including tracking deadlines for program deliverables.
• Develop and manage program budget with input and approval from Program Director.
• Schedule people and material resources.
• Recruit and train program staff.
• Coordinate the development of program materials including educational materials, marketing materials, websites, forms, and reports.
• Oversee the collection, analysis, and dissemination of program data in line with the needs of the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and Cancer Center Support Grant needs and requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive databases and files related to the program.
• Organize internal and external meetings including an Internal Advisory Council and Community Advisory Board, as well as site visits, and special events.
• Oversee training for program participants.
• Coordinate and manage program outreach activities including acting as a liason with community organizations in partnership with Program Director.
• Maintain and build upon relationships established by Program Director, manage system for tracking engagement and provide data to relevant stakeholders including Program Director, Associate Director of Community Outreach and Engagement, and others.
• Ensure program data and progress are reported to program stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and institutional policies.
• Participate in the development of program resources through literature searches, contact with outside programs, and review of funding opportunities.
• Participate on appropriate committees relevant to the advancement of the program and the profession or area of research including appropriate COE Affinity groups.
• Facilitate grant funding in collaboration with faculty to support.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• Knowledge of technical, business, consultation, project management, and cultural awareness.
• Customer focus, building trust, communication, critical thinking, and influencing skills
• Strong attention to detail

Preferred Schedule:



Monday - Friday 8:00-5:00

Position Requirements:

Qualifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree

Minimum Required Experience: 6 years

Preferred Education: Master's degree

Preferred Experience: 10 years

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
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

For a full list of positions see: www.mcw.edu/careers

For a brief overview of our benefits see: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits

At MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring - Collaborative - Curiosity - Inclusive - Integrity - Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives through merit-based processes and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you.

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 an inclusive 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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