What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Program Manager, Federal Initiatives position at The Washington Center?
Position Title : Senior Program Manager, Federal Initiatives
Reports to : Assistant Director, Federal Initiatives
Department : Federal Initiatives
Last Revised : January 2025
Salary Range : $65,000 - $70,000
The Senior Program Manager develops, plans and delivers immersive, tailored fellowships that include paid internship programming. Reporting to the Assistant Director, this position will assist with program conception and planning and be responsible for implementation, participant support, event and session planning, and other broad administrative duties. Moreover, the Senior Program Manager will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to manage programs effectively in accordance with funding agreements and contracts and ensure robust program assessment and evaluation is completed.
The Washington Center is a remote / hybrid organization with many employees working on average one day per week in TWC's Residential and Academic Facility, conveniently located near Union Station and public transportation in the NoMa neighborhood of Washington, DC. Given our organizational mission focus on skills, workforce development and collaboration, there are times where cross-collaboration among teams and departments will require more than one day per week in the office. Further, some programs at TWC do require program staff to work nights and / or weekends. The individual in this role is expected to reside in the greater Washington, DC metropolitan area.
Essential Functions listed in order of importance :
JOB FUNCTION
IMPORTANCE (%)
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT & PROGRAM DESIGN
- Serve as primary point of contact for funding partners and other clients, leading periodic check-ins with and reporting to partner agencies.
- Manage all components of program development and design including selection process, internship placement and coordination, session design, room / space reservations, and materials creation and distribution.
- Design and execute experiential learning including professional development opportunities in consultation with agency partner. Occasional weekend or evening work may be required.
- Manage program budgets, track and submit program expenses including the vetting of external contractors and contributors, and report budgetary constraints.
- Supervise program advisor and program coordinator(s)
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION
ADMINISTRATION & OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Required Education and Experience an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered :
Preferred Education / Qualifications and Experience :
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities which are critical to the successful performance of the job. These may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with the position :
Supervisory Responsibility
Competencies required to perform the job successfully
The Washington Center's Values guide our mission work in every regard-internally and externally.
Equipment Used to Perform the Job which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position :
Physical Abilities are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation can be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions described in this job. These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the job's essential functions.
The Washington Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is TWC's policy to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by the organization where appropriate.
The Washington Center stands in solidarity with all marginalized communities. We believe communities are strengthened by the inclusion of and equity for all people. Racism, hate, and violence have no place in our society, and we condemn all such acts. We are committed to becoming an anti-racist and anti-hate organization.
We commit to continuously striving for diversity, equity and inclusion through ongoing education, reflection, and awareness. As an organization nearing five decades in existence, we recognize we have work to do. At The Washington Center, each person brings unique and varied lived experiences which inform our thoughts, actions, and decision-making processes. We aim to create an inclusive, safe environment for our staff, students, and all stakeholders, where everyone's differences are honored, every perspective is valued, and everyone is safe to bring forth their authentic selves.
Salary : $65,000 - $70,000
