• Job Description

  Req#: 5889

  Organization

  The George W. Bush Institute is a solution-oriented nonpartisan policy organization focused on ensuring opportunity for all, strengthening democracy, and advancing free societies. Housed within the George W. Bush Presidential Center, the Bush Institute is rooted in compassionate conservative values and committed to creating positive, meaningful, and lasting change at home and abroad. We utilize our unique platform and convening power to advance solutions to national and global issues of the day. Learn more at bushcenter.org.

  Essential Responsibilities

  The Program Manager, Leadership Programs will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day implementation and leading the operations of the George W. Bush Institute’s Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program. Additionally, the Program Manager will be called upon to support the operations of other leadership programs across the Bush Institute.

  Specific responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

  Leadership Program Coordination

  • Coordinate Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program schedules.
  • Oversee travel confirmations for all participants and speakers, ensuring that all are booked within the guidelines of Bush Center travel policies.
  • Develop program materials and resources for participants.
  • Coordinate and maintain detailed records of the program application process, participants and partner contact information.
  • Manage program application platform, application period processes, and collaborate with Communications on website content and recruitment strategies.
  • Coordinate, manage, and book transportation and logistics at each site.
  • Manage various consultants, faculty, guest speakers, and vendors to ensure seamless delivery of the program.
  • Track and manage program budget, which contributes to an overall culture of fiscal responsibility.
  • Process invoices in an accurate and timely manner within the guidelines of Bush Center accounting policies.
  • Administer and manage platforms for the program that are used for administration and communication.
  • Assist with meeting management and scheduling in support of the program.
  • Coordinate program evaluations with the research and evaluation team.
  • Work with the Leadership Programs team to identify and implement best practices across leadership programs, working to balance high-quality delivery and program efficiencies.
  • Work with the Development team to ensure that sponsors are included and recognized as appropriate.
  • Assist other leadership programs as necessary.
  • Support the director and program team with other tasks as needed.

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  The qualified candidate will possess (a/an):

  • A minimum of five years relevant work experience with a record of progressive responsibility; experience in program, leadership and/or professional development a plus.
  • A successful track record in project management, including strong research skills, program plan development, goal setting and tracking, budgeting, and managing for results.
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
  • Consistent diplomatic and professional demeanor.
  • Excellent spoken and written communication/presentation skills.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow up.
  • Commitment to the mission and vision of the George W. Bush Presidential Center.

  Additionally, the qualified candidate will:

  • Perform with a highly driven, results-oriented work ethic.
  • Operate with the highest levels of integrity and ethical judgment.
  • Demonstrate a make-it-happen spirit and collaborative working style.
  • Thrive in a team-based environment - sharing duties, pitching in to help, building trust, engaging in productive conflict, holding one another accountable.
  • Be able to establish a strong rapport with diverse program participants.
  • Be comfortable working in a fast paced and high achieving environment
  • Be able to travel up to 25%, as needed.

  The George W. Bush Presidential Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

  Physical Demands

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit stationary at a desk and use computer equipment.

  Position: Program Manager, Leadership Programs

  FLSA Status: Exempt

  Reports to: Director, Leadership and Programming

  Department: Institute

  Division: Leadership Programs

• About the company

  The George W. Bush Presidential Center, which opened on April 25, 2013, is a complex that includes former United States President George W.

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