Sponsored Programs Director directs and oversees externally funded programs for a university/college such as research programs and scholarship programs. Responsible for managing the administrative activities of the program including identifying funding sources, acquiring funding, setting program policies and objectives, and allocating resources. Being a Sponsored Programs Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Sponsored Programs Director manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Sponsored Programs Director typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Job Duties Summary: The Director of Programs role includes responsibility for leading multiple program / project teams to execute delivery and support using the latest products in our voice & data product line. This role applies formal program execution experience and a technical background to direct all engineering development, production / delivery, and customer support phases of programs/projects. The Director of Programs provides strategic direction and ensures the teams follow development/program management best practices, program controls are met, and drives program budget adherence and overall project execution. The Director position also includes direct management of other Program Managers in best practice program management through informal and formal means such as schedule / budget planning reviews, schedule building, and managing challenging team dynamics. Responsibilities include process development and oversight and the planning / coordination of all costs, milestones, quality aspects and resources and compliance with reporting & escalation to executive management.
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