director of strategic programs

Treehouse

<div>Description:
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About Treehouse: </b>We work to create opportunities for young people in foster care to thrive. We believe that every young person impacted by foster care determines their own future and can build the life of their dreams. Treehouse seeks to hire passionate individuals who understand the power of young people, celebrate diverse voices, and challenge themselves to do better. We are committed to providing opportunities for staff to learn and grow with the organization.</p><p><b>
Benefits Summary: </b>Treehouse values work-life balance and prioritizes the health of our staff. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with options for 100% employer-paid premiums; a retirement plan with 3% employer match; and paid leave that includes nine (9) holidays, generous PTO, and two weeks of staff appreciation days off.</p><ul><li><b>
Generous PTO leave of four (4) weeks</b></li><li><b>
Healthcare benefit plans include options for 100% covered preventive care</b></li><li><b>
Two (2) weeks off (separate from PTO) for Staff Appreciation Weeks (each including a holiday)</b></li><li><b>
403B retirement plan employer matching program (50% of employee contributions up to 6% of gross pay)</b></li><li><b>
100% of payroll taxes for state family medical leave are covered by Treehouse</b></li><li><b>
Free, convenient parking</b></li><li><b>
Dog-friendly office space</b></li></ul><p><b>
Pay Transparency:</b> This position&rsquo;s annual salary range is $135K - $150K, depending on experience.</p><p><b>
Primary Worksite Location:</b> Seattle office</p><p><b><i>
**A submitted resume and cover letter are required as part of the application process for this position.**</i></b></p><p><i>
***Note that resumes/applications submitted for this position are reviewed on a rolling basis as received, until the position is filled.***</i></p><p><b><br>
Job Summary:</b></p><p>
Treehouse seeks a visionary, strategic, and equity-driven leader to serve as its next Senior Director, Programs. This executive-level role will lead the organization&rsquo;s statewide direct service programs, which are designed to increase high school graduation rates and post-high school readiness for youth experiencing foster care.</p><p>
The Senior Director, Programs will oversee the overall budgets for a portfolio of programs, manage three direct reports, and ensure the delivery of high-impact, trauma-informed, and culturally inclusive services across Washington State. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, they collaboratively shape program strategy, support operational excellence, and foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure Treehouse&rsquo;s services are effective, equitable, and aligned with the organization&rsquo;s Theory of Change.</p><p><b>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p><p><b>
Strategic Leadership &amp; Vision:</b></p><ul><li>
Lead the development and execution of a statewide program strategy aligned with Treehouse&rsquo;s mission and strategic plan.</li><li>
Translate vision into actionable goals and work plans for the Programs team.</li><li>
Partner with the CFOO and the Executive Team to drive organizational strategy, vision, and programmatic direction and impact.</li></ul><p><b>
Program Oversight &amp; Operational Excellence:</b></p><ul><li>
Oversee several statewide direct service programs, ensuring high-quality, consistent, and equitable service delivery.</li><li>
Manage and negotiate contracts, MOUs, and DSAs with school districts and state agencies.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with state contracts, program standards, and internal policies.</li><li>
Partner with the Learning &amp; Evaluation team to assess program impact and drive continuous improvement.</li><li>
Collaborate with the CFOO and the Executive Team to implement Treehouse&rsquo;s strategic vision and impact strategy, establishing long- and short-term strategic priorities, annual goals, and evaluation metrics for all Treehouse programs.</li><li>
Report on and interpret program outputs and outcomes to the Executive Team, Program Committee, Board of Directors, staff, legislators, and the community at large, elevating successes and transparently communicating challenges and areas for improvement.</li></ul><p><b>
Team Leadership &amp; Culture:</b></p><ul><li>
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, matrixed team of Programs leaders and direct service staff.</li><li>
Foster a culture of mutual respect, innovation, and learning.</li><li>
Champion change management practices that support staff through organizational transitions.</li><li>
Ensure leadership development and succession planning within the Programs team through mentorship, training, and other strategies.</li><li>
Model and enforce accountability to the young people we serve.</li></ul><p><b>
Cross-Functional Collaboration:</b></p><ul><li>
Collaborate with the Treehouse Development, Policy, Finance, and Communications teams to align program goals with fundraising, advocacy, and operational priorities.</li><li>
Support the development of grant proposals, reports, and donor engagement strategies.</li></ul><p><b>
External Partnerships &amp; Advocacy:</b></p><ul><li>
Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with school districts, state agencies, and community-based organizations.</li><li>
Represent Treehouse in statewide coalitions and policy forums to influence advocacy priorities in alignment with organizational goals.</li><li>
Serve as the staff liaison to the Program Committee of the Board of Directors.</li><li>
Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Requirements:
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Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in nonprofit, education, or child welfare sectors.</li><li>
Proven experience managing large, matrixed teams and multi-million-dollar budgets.</li><li>
Deep knowledge of child welfare and K&ndash;12 education systems.</li><li>
Demonstrated success in program development, implementation, and continuous improvement.</li><li>
Experience leading staff through organizational change and building inclusive, high-performing teams.</li><li>
Reliable transportation, current driver&rsquo;s license, and current insurance as required by Washington State law; provide proof upon request.</li><li>
Must satisfy Washington State and national criminal and motor vehicle background check requirements for working with youth and vulnerable adults.</li></ul><p><b>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Strategic thinker with the ability to align programmatic work with organizational goals.</li><li>
Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire, coach, and develop people leaders.</li><li>
Skilled in data-informed decision-making and performance management.</li><li>
Excellent communicator and relationship-builder with diplomacy and cultural humility.</li><li>
Deep commitment to racial equity, youth empowerment, and trauma-informed practices.</li><li>
Ability to work effectively across departments and with diverse stakeholders.</li><li>
Strong financial acumen, including budget oversight and resource planning.</li><li>
Politically astute aptitude and the ability to build alignment in complex, multi-sector environments.</li><li>
Experience in contract negotiation, oversight, and compliance.</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and familiarity with CRM and data systems.</li></ul><p><b>
Working Conditions:</b></p><ul><li>
Full-time position.</li><li>
Must reside within Washington State to comply with workplace reporting requirements.</li></ul><p><b>
Travel:</b></p><ul><li>
Occasional regional travel throughout the State of Washington during working hours.</li><li>
Occasional overnight travel required.</li></ul><p><b>
Physical and Mental Conditions:</b></p><ul><li>
Physical Requirements &ndash; long periods of stationary work, working on a computer, moving between various work areas, going up and down stairs, talking on the phone, interfacing with a computer/office equipment, and sitting at a desk or table while listening, talking, and taking notes.</li><li>
Mental Requirements &ndash; ability to reason logically and make sound decisions, to consider alternative and diverse perspectives, to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to remain poised under all circumstances, and to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that creates confidence and trust.</li></ul><p><b>
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:</b></p><p>
Treehouse values diversity and it is expressed in all aspects of our work, from the individuals and communities we serve to our organizational culture, employees, and volunteers. We understand that historic structural inequities have influenced each one of us, and we use this knowledge to deliberately cultivate the success of all people and treat everyone with dignity, humanity, and respect.</p><p>
Treehouse believes that our capacity to effect sustainable change is strengthened when diverse individuals, beliefs, and perspectives are included. We model an institutional commitment to equity by investing resources at all levels and working toward measurable indicators of change.</p><p>
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of our positions. This commitment reflects our core belief in creating an inclusive environment that empowers all individuals to contribute fully and meaningfully to our mission.</p></div>

Senior Director, Programs

Texas State University

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Posting Information</b></h2>
<div><div><div>Posting Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>2026088</div>
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<div><div><b>Posting/Functional Title</b></div> <div>Director, Sponsored Programs</div>
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<div><div><b>University Pay Plan Title</b></div> <div>Dir, Sponsored Programs</div>
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<div><div><b>Location</b></div> <div>San Marcos</div>
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<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Sponsored Programs</div>
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<div><div><b>Recruitment Type</b></div> <div>Open Recruiting</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Type</b></div> <div>Full-Time</div>
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<div><div><b>Funding Source</b></div> <div>Permanent</div>
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<div><div><b>Monthly Salary</b></div> <div>$8,750-$9,583.34</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Category </b></div><div>Exempt</div>
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<div><div><b>Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.</b></div>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree.</li>
<li>At least 8 years of progressively responsible experience in research administration, with at least 3 years in a leadership, supervisory or management role.</li>
<li>Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and private sponsor regulations and policies (e.g., Uniform Guidance, NSF PAPPG, NIH Grants Policy Statement).</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership skills, including staff supervision, training, and team development.</li>
<li>Experience managing complex proposal submissions and interpreting sponsor requirements.</li>
<li>Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.</li>
<li>Advanced proficiency with research administration systems (e.g., Kuali, Cayuse, Huron, InfoEd, or equivalent), Microsoft Office Suite, and sponsor submission portals.</li>
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<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in business administration, public administration, higher education, or a related field.</li>
<li>Certification in research administration (CRA, CPRA, CFRA, or equivalent) from the Research Administrators Certification Council (RACC).</li>
<li>Experience developing budgets and overseeing unit-level fiscal planning.</li>
<li>Prior experience serving as an Authorized Organizational Representative.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to foster faculty engagement, provide exceptional customer service, and implement process improvements.</li>
<li>Strong record of professional development, conference participation, and knowledge of emerging trends in research administration.</li>
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<div><div><b>Job Description</b></div>
<div>The Director of Sponsored Programs provides strategic leadership and oversight of all pre-award research administration activities at Texas State University. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Research (AVPR), this position manages the pre-award team, ensuring efficient, compliant, and customer-focused support for faculty and staff across the university. The Director serves as a key liaison between Texas State and external sponsors, provides training and guidance, and contributes to strategic planning, policy development, and continuous improvement of research administration services and processes.</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Duties</b></div>
<ul><li><b>Strategic Leadership &amp; Policy Implementation (20%)</b><br>
Implements strategic goals, policies, and procedures. Ensures consistent interpretation and application of sponsor and institutional requirements. Liaises with internal and external partners to fulfill strategic goals. Oversees regulatory compliance for proposal submissions.</li>
<li><b>Supervision &amp; Training (20%)</b><br>
Supervises staff, including assistant directors and coordinators. Provides professional development opportunities and delivers training to faculty and staff.</li>
<li><b>Reporting, Data Analysis &amp; Performance Metrics (20%)</b><br>
Gathers, analyzes, and interprets proposal and award data to monitor trends, assess performance, and prepare reports for AVPR, university leadership, and external audiences. Partners with Research IT on training, management, and upkeep of databases and ERAs for proposals submissions and awards. Oversees review, approval, and routing process for proposals and awards. Prepares compliance reports for internal and external stakeholders.</li>
<li><b>Budget Planning &amp; Resource Allocation (10%)</b><br>
Develops unit-level budget requests and resource plans. Advises AVPR on financial, staffing, and operational needs.</li>
<li><b>Sponsor Relations &amp; Escalation (10%)</b><br>
Responds to sponsor inquiries, coordinates proposal submissions, and serves with AVPR as a point of escalation for problem resolution.</li>
<li><b>Authorized Organizational Representative (10%)</b><br>
Serves as an official Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR), ensuring Texas State is appropriately represented in sponsor communications and submissions.</li>
<li><b>Special Projects &amp; Other Duties (10%)</b><br>
Leads or participates in special projects, cross-unit initiatives, and process improvements as assigned.</li>
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<div><div><b>Additional Information to Applicants</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Job Open Date</b></div> <div>10/13/2025</div>
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<div><div><b>Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)</b></div> <div>11/07/2025</div>
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<div><div><b>Open Until Filled</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Normal Work Days</b></div> <div>Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday</div>
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<div><div><b>Normal Work Hours Start</b></div> <div>8:00AM</div>
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<div><div><b>Normal Work Hours End</b></div> <div>5:00PM</div>
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<div><div><b>Posting Notices</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Legal and Required Notices</b></div>
<div><p>Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.</p>
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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.</p>
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Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The University will not sponsor or assume sponsorship of any candidate requiring a petition for a H1B employment visa.</p></div><br>
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<div><div><b>Why Choose Texas State University?</b></div>
<div><div>Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job&mdash;it&rsquo;s a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you&rsquo;ll enjoy:<br>
</div><div><b>Exceptional Benefits:</b> Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.<br>
<b>Generous Time Off:</b> Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.<br>
<b>Wellness and Balance:</b> Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.<br>
<b>Professional Growth:</b> Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.<br>
<b>Welcoming Campus:</b> Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks.</div><div>
<b>Tuition Benefits:</b> Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.<br>
<b>Retirement Security:</b> Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.<br>
</div><div>At Texas State University, you&rsquo;re not just an employee&mdash;you&rsquo;re a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. <b>https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html</b></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Director, Sponsored Programs

Miral Destinations

Overview <p>Working closely with the Senior Vice President of Strategic Planning, the <strong>Senior Director of Strategic Planning</strong> will be responsible for supporting the development and execution of Miral Destinations' strategy and strategic planning processes. This role involves working closely with the Miral Destinations leadership team to develop a compelling vision, creating actionable business plans, while at the same time, ensuring alignment across the organisation. The Senior Director of Strategic Planning is expected to have excellent presentation skills and be able to create visually impactful documents that clearly and effectively communicate with key internal and external stakeholders. By combining data-driven insights with strong storytelling abilities, the Senior Director of Strategic Planning will be expected to shape and communicate strategies that drive the organisation's short- and long-term success.</p> Strategic Planning and Development <ul> <li>Lead the development and continuous refinement of Miral Destinations' long-term strategic plans while ensuring alignment with the company's vision, and business goals.</li> <li>Work with the Miral Destinations leadership team to identify opportunities for growth, market expansion, and business performance improvements.</li> <li>Facilitate discussions with the leadership team to set organisational priorities, performance and resourcing.</li> <li>Analyse market dynamics, industry trends, the competitive landscape, and other insights to inform strategic decision making.</li> <li>Formulate short-term and long-term strategic objectives, ensuring these goals are integrated into business plans and overall strategic direction.</li> </ul> Execution of Strategic Initiatives <ul> <li>Drive the implementation of the strategic plan while ensuring alignment across the business.</li> <li>Where required, develop project plans, timelines, and monitor KPIs to measure the progress of strategic initiatives.</li> <li>Identify and manage any business risks associated with the execution of strategic initiatives; proactively addressing challenges as they arise.</li> <li>Work in conjunction with other related Miral business entities and stakeholders to ensure the delivery of projects.</li> </ul> Market Analysis and Competitive Intelligence <ul> <li>Lead ongoing market analysis to understand relevant industry trends, market and competitive dynamics, and any emerging opportunities both locally and internationally.</li> <li>Gather and synthesise data on local and international market conditions, customer needs, and technological developments to inform the strategy.</li> <li>Provide actionable insights to Miral Destinations' leadership by identifying potential risks and opportunities for growth.</li> <li>Conduct regular scans of the competitive environment to analyse and assess Miral Destinations' positioning relative to competitors.</li> </ul> Leadership and Team Management <ul> <li>Provide strong leadership and foster a collaborative and high-performing work culture by setting clear expectations and goals.</li> <li>Invest in the growth of team members by providing regular feedback and on the job training.</li> <li>Regularly assess team performance by providing constructive feedback; implement performance improvement plans when necessary.</li> <li>Provide leadership and direction to other strategy team members, business analysts, and crossfunctional teams.</li> <li>Set performance goals and professional development opportunities for direct reports.</li> <li>Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and cross-functional cooperation.</li> </ul> Storytelling, Stakeholder Engagement and Communication <ul> <li>Develop high-quality and visually engaging presentations that clearly communicate strategic initiatives and progress to key stakeholders including the Miral Destinations leadership team, board, or other stakeholder groups.</li> <li>Craft compelling narratives using data-driven insights and storytelling to create alignment and inspire action.</li> <li>Act as an advisor to the SVP of Strategic Planning on key business decisions while offering insights into opportunities and risks.</li> <li>Ability to tailor strategic messaging to different audiences, ensuring clarity and impact across business units and external partners.</li> </ul> Market Research, Competitive Analysis and Continuous Improvement <ul> <li>Drive market intelligence and knowledge sharing by staying at the forefront of industry trends, market dynamics, and changes in consumer behavior through thorough research and intelligence gathering.</li> <li>Undertake competitor analysis by monitoring competitors' pricing strategies, promotions, and customer engagement tactics. Utilise this information to inform decisions that keep the destination competitive in the market.</li> <li>Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and innovative approaches to strategy development and execution.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Strategy, Economics, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).</li> <li>10-15+ years of experience in strategy or strategic planning roles; Ex MBB and Big 4 Management Consulting highly regarded.</li> <li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in a managerial or leadership position.</li> <li>Familiarity with theme park or entertainment industry highly preferred.</li> <li>Mastery of PowerPoint and other presentation software, with demonstrated ability to create visually compelling, executive-level presentations.</li> <li>Exceptional storytelling skills, with the ability to weave data and strategy into a clear, engaging narrative that resonates with diverse audiences.</li> <li>Ability to develop and communicate clear, forward-thinking strategies that drive business success.</li> <li>Proven track record of developing and executing corporate strategies that drive business growth.</li> <li>Experience in leading large-scale strategic initiatives and working with crossfunctional teams.</li> <li>Strong background in market analysis, financial modelling, and competitive research.</li> <li>Strategic thinker with the ability to drive results.</li> <li>Expert user of Microsoft Office suite.</li> <li>Collaborative: Works well in cross-functional teams and builds strong relationships across departments.</li> <li>Detail-Oriented: Pays attention to detail, ensuring that all aspects of the strategy are well thought out and effectively communicated.</li> <li>Visionary: Can think long-term, anticipate market trends, and shape the Miral Destination's strategy to stay ahead of the competition.</li> <li>Self-starter: Always thinking about what next.</li> </ul> Seniority level <ul><li>Director</li></ul> Employment type <ul><li>Full-time</li></ul> Job function <ul> <li>Business Development and Sales</li> </ul> Industries <ul> <li>Travel Arrangements</li> </ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?JwjScu8ixlJ0cZbyxzxcaDCiwTRE8Sxxu" width="0" height="0" />

Senior Director Strategic Planning

Center for Alternative Sentencing & Employment Services

<p></p><div><div><p><b>Job Title: </b>Senior Program Manager, Diversion Initiatives</p><p><b>
Job Summary:</b></p><p>
The mission of the Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services (CASES) is to increase public safety through innovative services that reduce crime and incarceration, improve behavioral health, promote recovery and rehabilitation, and create opportunities for success in the community. In a joint effort to accomplish this mission, CASES &amp; the NYC Mayor&rsquo;s Office of Criminal Justice (MOCJ) are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Senior Program Manager with excellent communication and analytical skills. Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Diversion and Transition Initiatives at MOCJ, the Senior Program Manager will aid MOCJ in the development, implementation, and oversight of a diverse portfolio of pretrial and diversion programs aimed at safely reducing the jail population and providing necessary supports to prevent future involvement in the criminal justice system.</p><p><b>
Salary: </b>The salary range for the role is $88,000.00-94,000.00 per year. Commensurate with experience within the range above.</p><p><b>
Shift Hours:</b> This position is full-time Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm with options for limited flexible hours.</p><p><b>
Location Address: </b>1 Centre Street, Room 1012, New York, NY 10007. The worksite is easily accessible by public transit.</p><p><b>
Workplace Flexibility:</b> As required by MOCJ. Travel required.</p><p><b>
What You Will Be Doing:</b></p><ul><li>
Managing pretrial and alternative to incarceration programs, including the continuous management of and coordination among non-profit provider organizations, system stakeholders, and other city agencies to ensure smooth operation of programs.</li><li>
Cultivating and maintaining excellent relationships with stakeholders from City and State government agencies, non-profit organizations, prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges, and directly impacted individuals and communities.</li><li>
Facilitating meetings with diverse stakeholders to continually improve and enhance programs.</li><li>
Work with MOCJ in developing quantitative and qualitative performance metrics for effective program oversight, quality assurance, policy decisions, and internal and external communications.</li><li>
Work with MOCJ&rsquo;s Policy and Justice Operations Department, and under the direction of the ED of Diversion and Transition Initiatives, assist in developing and implementing new interventions to address unmet diversion needs of people with open criminal legal system cases.</li><li>
Implementing along with MOCJ Research, quantitative and qualitative data reporting templates track program outcomes.</li><li>
Implementing data practices with service provider organizations including reviewing program data on an ongoing basis and reporting on progress and outcomes.</li><li>
Managing communications and administrative support as needed, including but not limited to preparation of meeting materials, responding to stakeholder inquiries, scheduling meetings, site visits and other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><b>
What We Are Looking For:</b></p><ul><li>
A BA in relevant field required with a Master&rsquo;s Degree preferred, plus minimum four years (or minimum 3 years with city government or 2 with MOCJ) of full-time professional experience in criminal justice, social services, or a related field;
</li><li>Experience working in the courts and/or diversion programs strongly preferred.
</li><li>A thorough knowledge of the criminal justice system in in New York City including its operations and actors.</li><li>
Demonstrated operational leadership and success designing and implementing innovative criminal justice programs.</li><li>
Demonstrated project management and problem-solving skills, with ability to design and implement large-scale, long-term strategic plans.</li><li>
Ability to provide thought leadership on areas of emerging concern, informed by knowledge of the day-to-day operations of criminal justice processes and the criminal justice system in New York City.</li><li>
Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.</li><li>
Excellent organizational, time-management, and multi-tasking skills, including the ability to take initiative, problem solve, prioritize, work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment;</li><li>
Ability to pay close attention to detail, meet deadlines, work well under pressure, and use good judgment; and</li><li>
Robust oral and written communication skills, including the ability to synthesize information quickly and frame policy issues and data in a clear and accessible way.</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Skills:</b></p><ul><li>
Familiarity with statistical methodologies</li><li>
Self-starter with strong initiative and sound judgment, who can work both independently and in a cross-disciplinary team environment.</li></ul><p><b>
Benefits:</b></p><p>
CASES cares about employee wellbeing, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, including:</p><ul><li>
Medical</li><li>
Dental</li><li>
Vision</li><li>
Vacation and Paid Time Off &ndash; starting at 25 days-off annually, plus an additional summer self-care day</li><li>
12 Paid Holidays per year</li><li>
Retirement 403b Competitive matching up to 6%</li><li>
Employee Referral Program</li><li>
Visit www.cases.org/careers/ to learn more about benefits offered by the CASES</li></ul><div><div><b>
Our Values</b></div></div><div><div>
At CASES, we like to move with <b>PURPOSE</b>, which reflects our values:</div></div><div><div><b>
PEOPLE| </b>Hold people&rsquo;s stories with dignity</div></div><div><div><b>
UNITY|</b> Commit to a shared mission</div></div><div><div><b>
RESPECT|</b> Celebrate the strength of diversity</div></div><div><div><b>
PROGRESS|</b> Always work to improve</div></div><div><div><b>
OPTIMIZE|</b> Make the best use of resources</div></div><div><div><b>
SOLUTIONS|</b> Work together to solve problems</div></div><div><div><b>
EMPATHY| </b>Seek to understand others</div></div><p>
Although we would love to learn about the skills of every candidate, only selected candidates that are selected will receive a response. We encourage you to apply for any position(s) you feel you are qualified for.</p><p>
CASES is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with CASES is based solely on qualifications and competence for a particular position without regard to race, color, ethnic or national origin, age, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or marital, military, or citizenship status. We also actively recruit individuals with prior involvement in the criminal legal system.<br>
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Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm<br>
35 hours per week excluding breaks</div>

Senior Program Manager, Diversion Initiatives

Equifax

<div><p>The Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives will play a pivotal role in driving the execution of Business Line's key strategic priorities. This highly visible position is responsible for identifying, developing, and implementing cross-functional initiatives that directly contribute to the company's growth, efficiency, and competitive advantage. The ideal candidate is a highly analytical, results-oriented leader with a proven track record of managing complex projects, influencing stakeholders at all levels, and translating strategic vision into actionable plans.
</p><p><b>What you'll do
</b></p><ul><li><p>Lead the planning, execution, and oversight of critical strategic initiatives from inception through completion, ensuring alignment with overall company goals.
</p></li><li><p>Develop detailed project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, resource allocation, and success metrics.
</p></li><li><p>Monitor project progress, identify risks and dependencies, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.
</p></li><li><p>Drive cross-functional collaboration, coordinating efforts across departments such as Product, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to achieve shared objectives.
</p></li><li><p>Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and internal data analysis to identify new opportunities and inform strategic decision-making.
</p></li><li><p>Develop compelling business cases, financial models, and presentations to secure buy-in from senior leadership and stakeholders.
</p></li><li><p>Provide strategic insights and recommendations to executive leadership on emerging trends, potential disruptions, and areas for innovation.
</p></li><li><p>Serve as a primary point of contact for strategic initiatives, fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
</p></li><li><p>Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, providing regular updates on initiative progress, challenges, and outcomes.
</p></li><li><p>Facilitate workshops, meetings, and presentations to align teams, resolve conflicts, and drive consensus.
</p></li><li><p>Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and process optimization within strategic initiatives and across the organization.
</p></li><li><p>Implement best practices in project management, change management, and continuous improvement.
</p></li><li><p>Establish frameworks and tools to track the impact and ROI of strategic initiatives.
</p></li></ul><p><b>What experience you'll need
</b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. An MBA or Master's degree in a relevant discipline is highly preferred.
</p></li><li><p>7+ years of progressive experience in strategy, management consulting, program management, or a similar strategic role within a [relevant industry, e.g., technology, finance, healthcare] company.
</p><p>Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
</p></li><li><p>Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strong aptitude for quantitative analysis and data-driven decision-making.
</p></li><li><p>Superior communication (written and verbal), presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders.
</p></li><li><p>Strong leadership capabilities, including the ability to motivate teams, navigate ambiguity, and drive results in a dynamic environment.
</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools ([e.g., Jira, Aha]).
</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated ability to think strategically and translate broad concepts into concrete action plans.<br>
</p></li></ul><p><br>
<b>What could set you apart
</b></p><ul><li><p>Engineering background at some point during the career
</p></li><li><p>Ability to articulate complex items catering to various audiences.
</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with Data Management and Employment domain
</p></li></ul><p>#LI-ES1
</p><p>#Li-Hybrid</p></div>

Sr. Director, Strategic Initiatives

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><p>
Interested in working on an innovative and high-impact business that is changing the way customers think about grocery? The MENA Grocery team (UFG) is offering a role to own building new business from ground Zero. We are seeking a self-starter who can quickly familiarize themselves with this fast-paced environment, build relationships/trust with cross-functional teams, and assume ownership within the program which will require understanding of complex business/Tech/Ops processes at Amazon and our partners and devising an optimal engagement model. You must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment, and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities. High judgment, analytical talent and good document writing skills with concise communication are essential to success in this role.<br>
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In this role, You will influence internal and external stakeholders and leadership to buy in to your strategic direction in forging new business partnerships, drive program end to end to onboard partners while ensuring flawless execution and continuously analyzing key metrics to drive improvements for your business.<br>
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This position involves regular communication with senior leadership on Business and customer offering reviews, Operations excellence improvement areas, project execution and risks. You should be comfortable working both at a strategic level and diving deep into the details to ensure solution feasibility and quality of execution.
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Key job responsibilities<br>
Support Category leader to drive new strategic initiatives and business opportunities for the organization<br>
Work with Retail PF/Category Leaders to identify optimum selection mix to drive top-line &amp; bottom-line on Grocery / Non-Grocery portfolio
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Identify automation opportunities to offer scalable solutions, improve all key inputs metrics such as Selection, profitability, Pricing, Availability<br>
Post launches, Own the P&amp;L for hitting top and bottom-line targets and drive projects to improve profitability with critical stakeholders (Vendor, Ops, Advertising)<br>
Define selection assortment, continuously refine the mix to improve space utilization<br>
Engage with Retail team to source deals during Tier 1 &amp; Tier 2 events to ensure we continue to offer value to our Prime Customers<br>
Collaborate with retail category teams to ensure content quality is best in class to improve conversion<br>
Negotiate category marketing funds from vendors (via retail category team) for category visibility during BAU/Events.
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Partner with Retail Category team to ensure UFG ask is part of Annual Retail JBP for common vendors<br>
Collaborate with Ads team to ensure UFG gets a fair share of Brand Ads investment</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>4+ years of program or project management experience</li><li>4+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience</li><li>4+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience</li><li>Bachelor's degree</li><li>Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL</li><li>Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>5+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience</li><li>5+ years of driving process improvements experience</li><li>Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization</li><li>Experience building processes, project management, and schedules</li><li>Master's degree</li></ul><br>
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.</div>

Program Manager, Strategic Initiatives, MENA

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

<div><p><b>Job Description
</b></p><p><b>General Summary:
</b></p><p>The <b>Senior Manager, Thought Leader Programming and Operations, US Kidney </b>, leads the planning, management, and implementation of peer to peer (P2P) educational events. This role will initially cover two pipeline assets within the US Kidney Business Unit to support launches in IgA nephropathy (IgAN) and APOL1-mediated kidney disease (AMKD). The Senior Manager will ensure successful and compliant execution of a broad range of activities such as speaker programs, ad boards, congresses, and other Thought Leader engagements. We are seeking a candidate who has a strong track record of managing US commercial programming with Thought Leaders, collaborating with field sales and other cross functional partners, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This role reports to the Head of Market Development, US Kidney Business Unit.
</p><p></p><p><b>Key Duties and Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Oversees planning and execution of a broad range of field-based activities such as speaker programs, ad boards, congresses, and other thought leader engagements.
</li><li>Supports creation of speakers&rsquo; bureau including set up, training, management, and logistics.
</li><li>Suggests new ways to approach programming and other market development activities that will optimize resources and help achieve objectives.
</li><li>Builds and maintains strong partnerships with cross functional colleagues, especially field sales, thought leader liaisons, medical, legal, and compliance.
</li><li>Selects and partners with external agencies to drive successful program development, execution, and tracking.
</li><li>Creates and submits materials for promotional review including new concepts and commercial materials
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Required Skills:
</b></p><ul><li>Ability to work in a matrix environment and lead without direct authority
</li><li>Ability to execute strategic and tactical plans under short timelines
</li><li>Vendor and budget management
</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills
</li><li>Self-starter with strong organizational and planning skills
</li><li>Highly collaborative with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
</li><li>Ability to travel up to 30%
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Required Education and Experience:
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree
</li><li>Typically requires 6+ years of experience in healthcare / biopharmaceuticals, or an equivalent combination of experience and education
</li><li>Experience managing the operations of thought leader programs
</li><li>Experience working in competitive markets
</li><li>Knowledge of thought leader engagement practices
</li><li>Rare disease or specialty product experience
</li><li>Kidney experience preferred but not required
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Pay Range:
</b></p>$138,400 - $207,600
<p></p><p><b>Disclosure Statement:
</b></p><div><div><div><div><p>The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
</p><p></p><p>At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.
</p></div></div></div></div><p></p><p><b>Flex Designation:
</b></p>Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible
<p></p><p><b>Flex Eligibility Status:
</b></p><p>In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
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1. <b>Hybrid </b>: work remotely up to two days per week; <b>or select
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2. <b>On-Site </b>: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
</p><p>Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex&rsquo;s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.<br>
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</p><p></p><p><b>Company Information
</b></p><p>Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
</p><p></p><p>Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
</p><p></p><p>Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com</p></div>

Senior Manager, Thought Leader Programming and Operations, US Kidney

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