Program Manager

We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented, Program Manager! Our client, a value-driven non-profit in Vancouver, Washington has a full-time Program Manager opportunity supporting small Agribusinesses in the western states and territories you won't want to miss!

This dynamic, collaborative team believes in trust, service, integrity, excellence, and accountability. Their mission is to increase international growth of Western agribusiness by providing financial support, export readiness, and business development services to companies located in the thirteen Western United States, Guam, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. They achieve organizational excellence through efficient and effective people, systems, teamwork, and processes!

The Program Manager will direct, administer, and manage all aspects of their FundMatch claims program by developing and implementing program initiatives, projects, policies, and procedures consistent with federal, state, and company regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Consistently manage and administer the program in accordance with federal funding regulations and internal company policies and operating procedures

• Manage FundMatch claims guide, applications, contracting, and allocation of program budget for participating companies

• Coordinate annual preparation and submission of Unified Export Strategy (UES) application

• Manage all program contributions

• Prepare and submit timely and accurate reports to meet federal funding requirements

• Support team on annual compliance review and financial audit

• Track, monitor, and report on program results, funding utilization, and other program initiatives to identify continuous improvement opportunities

• Provide leadership and oversight of daily operations of assigned programs, including integration of best practices and evaluation of claims program services

• Manage continuous improvement and performance evaluation processes, including goal setting, annual reviews, and professional development of direct reports

• Manage the hiring, training, and retention of direct reports

• Integrate best practices into day-to-day program operations

• Ensure effective quality assurance and overall integrity of the program

• Work collaboratively with team members and members to ensure consistent, fully integrated programs for all company participants receiving services through the company

• Support planning and execution of company strategic planning and member meetings

• Take the initiative in thought leadership, innovation, and creativity

• Attend and participate in all meetings as assigned, including but not limited to staff and team meetings, consultations with company participants, member states and territories, and other third-party partners

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers to promote quality, consistency, and efficiency in operations

• Promote a culture of trust, service, integrity, excellence, and accountability

• Create, model, and maintain a work culture that supports and values inclusion, equity, and diversity

• Domestic and international travel required up to 20%

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in non-profit, project management, program management, or related field; 2 years additional relevant experience may be substituted for degree

• Minimum of two years of experience managing direct reports

• Demonstrated history of strong project management and organizational skills; ability to independently manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks with exceptional attention to detail

• Demonstrated strength in team management; passion for supporting and developing staff; strong ability to motivate team members and assess performance

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills; ability to cultivate professionally collaborative relationships at all levels, from direct reports to members of the board

• Ability to work independently and maintain a “big picture” perspective

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications and other cloud-based tools

*Hybrid work schedule must reside or have the intent of relocating to the greater Portland, OR, and/or Vancouver, WA metro areas.

Benefits:

• Employer-paid medical, dental, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage for employees, family benefits included at a cost to the employee

• Flexible Spending Account

• Participation in a 401k plan with employer match up to 6%

• 12 Paid Holidays

• Paid Time Off Plan

• Sick Paid Time Off Plan

• Flexible Work Schedule

• Recognition Program

Compensation Range Based on Experience:

This position is exempt with a wage band ranging from $55,000 to $70,000 per year DOE.

Equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.