Program Manager, Investments

HOW TO APPLY

We will review applications on a rolling basis and encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. We plan to stop accepting applications May 20th, 2023. Please submit the following via the Stanford Career Portal: 

• A 1-2 page resume highlighting examples of relevant skills and experiences
• In lieu of a cover letter, please attach a document with your answers to the following questions (no more than two paragraphs for each). Please note that only candidates who submit responses will be considered:
1. Please describe a time that you built a process or improved on an existing process. What problem were you trying to solve? What were your results? How would you improve that process further?
2. Please describe a time when you encountered an obstacle to your work. What was the obstacle? How did you address it? What did you learn?
3. Please describe a time when you addressed a miscommunication with a colleague. What were the circumstances? What was your role? How did you help resolve it? 

The hiring process will involve a work trial intended to give you a sense of what working at SIL is like. The work trial will involve a written task and a simulated work meeting. In addition, there will be at least 2 additional interviews after the work trials. We will check references for final candidates only. 

Learn more: To ensure equitable access to information about this job, we’re unable to hold individual informational interviews. Instead, we encourage all interested candidates to join us for an open webinar on Friday, April 28th at 12:30p PT, where we’ll provide more information and take questions. Please register here. After April 28th, you may view the recording at the same link.

The expected pay range for this position is $66,100 to $107,000 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US to be considered for this position

This is a 100% FTE, 1 year fixed term exempt position with the possibility of renewal. This position will be based on the Stanford campus and is a hybrid position, with 2-3 days of in-person work and 2-3 days of remote work per week. 

If you believe that this opportunity is a match for your knowledge, skills and abilities, we encourage you to apply. Thank you for considering employment opportunities with the School of Humanities and Sciences.

Why Stanford is for You

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classifications and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. 

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

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.