Job Description: Advantis Global is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Program Manager to support our client in addressing civil rights in technology.
This position requires strong program management skills, excellent communication and organizational abilities, and an interest in civil rights issues and the impacts of technology and social media on individuals, communities, and society.
A successful candidate is excited by taking on and leading complex and cutting-edge projects, thrives in a fast-paced environment and can seamlessly drive success working with multiple cross-functional stakeholders.
You must be a self-starter, able to identify issues early and drive to resolution independently.
Responsibilities:
• Organize, prioritize, and manage programs and projects effectively.
• Think strategically and exercise excellent judgment in order to execute projects successfully.
• Conduct research using analytical, creative, and problem-solving skills.
• Confer with members of teams across the company to determine project specifications and procedures.
• Present and explain proposals, reports and findings.
• Support other Civil Rights engagements and strategic projects Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management experience.
• Leadership skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Understanding of discrimination concepts, including both intentional and unintentional discrimination.
• Proven experience working collaboratively across a wide variety of functions to drive effective outcomes.
• Experience working inside fast-moving companies/organizations.
• Strong knowledge of Office 365 and Google Suites.
• Knowledge of SQL, R, Tableau, C++, PyTorch, or similar software not required, but is a plus.
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree or demonstrated experience.
• Data analyst or data science certification not required, but is a plus.