Program Manager, Designing Social Systems

To be successful in this position, you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience with cloud-based applications, including Google Docs (including text, spreadsheets, slides, and forms) and Google Drive.
• Ability to apply accounting skills and concepts using Stanford financial software.
• Strong organizational skills, keen attention to details, and demonstrated success in following through.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive attitude in identifying program needs and challenges, and a bias to action in resolving those challenges.
• An ability to prioritize and provide a self-directed approach to project management.

In addition, preferred requirements include:

• Experience working in the social sector (non-profit, government, foundation), and passion for social impact work.
• Experience using Adobe Acrobat and InDesign. Experience building and editing SquareSpace websites.
• Capability with basic graphic design and layout (flyers, posters, handouts).
• Experience organizing and holding events (working with catering/vendors, creating welcoming atmosphere for attendees, working ‘behind the scenes’ to keep events on track).
• Experience with Stanford Oracle Financial System a plus.

This is a part-time (50-60% negotiable), one-year fixed term position. The job location is at the d.school on the main Stanford University campus.

*Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodations to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

How to Apply:

Click on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and résumé along with your online application. Your one-page cover letter should briefly describe your relevant background. Please provide examples of your experience with attention to detail, responsiveness, and decision-making. Most importantly, tell us why you want to join our team.