Program Manager - Chicago, United States - Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC

Description

Enjoy problem-solving, need a venue to display your creativity, and emerging technologies pique your interest; if so, Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC is for you. As a multi-disciplined leader, you understand the gifts that set you apart from everyone else. Demonstrate innovative solutions to our clients. Join Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC today.

Responsibilities:

The Program Manager will support Barrow Wise's Illinois Secretary of State transformation project and perform the following duties:

• Develop and implement a strategic plan for the program, aligning it with the organization's goals and objectives.
• Create and design program initiatives, projects, and activities that contribute to the program's objectives and overall success.
• Build, lead, and manage a diverse team of professionals involved in the program's activities and provide guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure team cohesion and high performance.
• Oversee the execution of program projects and initiatives, ensure they are completed on time, within scope, and meet quality standards.
• Track program progress, collect and analyze data, and evaluate outcomes to assess the effectiveness of program activities.
• Communicate program goals, progress, and outcomes to various stakeholders through regular updates, reports, and presentations.
• Allocate resources, including personnel, funding, and materials, to various program activities to ensure efficient and effective implementation.
• Ensure program activities and initiatives adhere to relevant policies, regulations, and industry standards.
• Address conflicts and challenges that may arise within the program or between stakeholders, finding effective solutions and fostering positive working relationships.
• Provide training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to program staff and team members.
• Generate regular and ad hoc reports for senior management and stakeholders, providing insights into program performance and impact.
• Collaborate with other departments and teams within the organization to ensure seamless coordination of efforts and alignment with organizational goals.
• Lead the program through organizational changes and transitions, ensuring smooth adaptation and integration.
• Develop plans for the long-term sustainability of the program's impact and outcomes.

An ideal candidate has the following:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field
• Project Management Professional, Certified Associate in Project Management, and/or Program Management Professional
• At least six years of experience managing a transformation/modernization project

Join the team at Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC, for a fulfilling and engaging experience Our team is dedicated to providing innovative solutions to our clients in an ethical and diverse work environment. We offer competitive compensation packages, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth and advancement. Barrow Wise is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LBGT are welcome to apply.

Our employees stand behind Barrow Wise's core values of integrity, quality, innovation, and diversity. We are confident that Barrow Wise's core values, business model, and team focus create positive career paths for our employees. Barrow Wise will continue to lead the industry in delivering new solutions to clients and persevere until the client is overjoyed.