Part time Program Manager
About this role
The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.
At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.
Here is what we offer:
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
- Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
- Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
- Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
- Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
Join Howard University and thrive with us!
https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness
SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:
Involves no responsibility or authority for the direction of others.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
The Part-Time Program Manager works closely with faculty investigators, students, community partners, and institutional offices to support the successful execution of multiple grants. The role requires strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to manage overlapping timelines across projects focused on research, education, community engagement, and technology innovation.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Coordinate implementation activities across multiple grant-funded projects
- Manage project timelines, milestones, and deliverables in collaboration with the PI
- Track grant activities and document progress for reporting purposes
- Support day-to-day grant implementation and compliance activities
- Facilitate regular check-ins with community partners to monitor progress and provide guidance
- Maintain organized project documentation and shared resources
- Assist with preparation of internal updates and external reports
- Coordinate meetings, workshops, and project-related events as needed
- Serve as a liaison between faculty, students, and project partners
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Project and program coordination
- Grant administration support
- Student supervision and mentoring
- Written and verbal communication
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Collaborative and team-oriented approach
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
- Experience supporting grants, programs, or research projects
- Experience working with undergraduate or graduate students
- Strong organizational and administrative skills
- Proficiency with common productivity tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Microsoft Office)
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an academic or research environment
Compliance Salary Range Disclosure
$30/HR
Company at a glance
Howard University Graduate School offers 44 programs and over 100 specializations. Our wide-ranging programs consistently aid students in successfully obtaining post-graduate degrees. Students accepted to Howard University’s Graduate School are not only equipped with tools to be successful but they are encouraged to develop thought processes that enable them to seek truth and provide service to communities around the world.
Being a part of an institution that is currently ranked No. 30 in the "Nation's Most Innovative Schools" list issued by U.S. News & World Report, we are proud to maintain our consistency in producing the nation's largest number of African-American on-campus doctoral degree recipients. We are committed to maintaining Howard University’s unique mission that amplifies its core values of leadership, excellence, truth and service.
Howard University is a comprehensive, research-intensive historically black private university located in Washington, D.C. Total enrollment is approximately 11,000 students in its undergraduate, graduate, professional, and joint degree programs, which span more than 120 areas of study within 13 schools and colleges, the University is dedicated to educating students from diverse backgrounds. Since its founding in 1867, Howard has awarded more than 120,000 degrees and certificates in the arts, the sciences, and the humanities.
Top Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Mental Health Support
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- 403(b) With Company Match
- Ongoing Training
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Advancement Paths
- Wellness Programs
- Commuter Benefits
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