Program Manager for Special Projects
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Job Location:
Prairie View, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title
Program Manager for Special ProjectsAgency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
Academic Advising ServicesProposed Minimum Salary
$3562.34 monthlyJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
The Program Manager for Special Projects reports directly to the Associate Vice President (AVP) of Student Success and plays a key role in supporting initiatives that enhance student outcomes. This position is responsible for coordinating special projects supporting strategic initiatives and monitoring activities and outcomes associated with grants and donor-funded programs. The Program Manager ensures effective implementation compliance and reporting of programmatic activities working collaboratively with internal departments and external partners.
This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.
Responsibilities:
Project Coordination & Support
Assist the AVP of Student Success in managing high-priority and cross-functional special projects.
Coordinate timelines deliverables and communication for strategic initiatives aligned with student success.
Track progress of special projects and prepare status updates and briefings for leadership.
Grants and Donor-Funded Program Oversight
Monitor implementation of programs funded by grants and donor gifts to ensure alignment with funding goals and institutional priorities.
Assist with program budgeting expenditure tracking and financial reporting in collaboration with finance and development offices.
Ensure compliance with grant/donor requirements including reporting deadlines outcomes tracking and evaluation measures.
Reporting & Evaluation
Collect analyze and interpret data related to funded programs; prepare dashboards and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Draft narrative and financial reports for grantors and donors as required.
Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and reviews.
Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as a liaison between the Office of Student Success development office grant office and program managers.
Coordinate meetings prepare agendas and materials and document action items for follow-up.
Administrative & Operational Support
Support proposal development for new funding opportunities in collaboration with the AVP and campus partners.
Assist in preparing presentations executive summaries and communications for internal and external stakeholders.
Perform general administrative tasks related to the management of special projects and programmatic oversight.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree
Five years of related experience.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal leadership problem solving and organizational skills.
Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree in education public administration business or related field.
Experience in project management grant administration or program coordination in a higher education or nonprofit setting.
Strong analytical and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently and collaboratively.
Job Posting Close Date:
10/15/2025
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed HigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at or should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
