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Manager, Project Portfolio and Process Improvement

Employer
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Location
Rockville, Maryland
Salary
Salary Range (Non-Negotiable): $98,507 - $109,452 https://www.asha.org/careers/asha-jobs/benefits/
Closing date
Apr 28, 2021

Job Details

Description
The Manager, Project Portfolio and Process Improvement in the Office of Business Excellence (OBE) plays a key role in coordinating the management, communication and execution for ASHA’s project portfolio, facilitates the successful delivery of process improvement initiatives, and provides planning, guidance, support, and execution of project management activities. The Manager, Project Portfolio and Process Improvement is responsible for supporting ASHA employees with tools, templates, methodologies, and techniques related to project portfolio management, project management and process improvement, in order to advance the culture of business excellence and effectively execute best-in-class business practices. The incumbent will offer project portfolio management, process improvement and project management services to ASHA's National Office staff.

Responsibilities

  1. Coordinate project portfolio management (PPM) activities that support ASHA priorities and help develop effective ways to advance PPM maturity. 
  2. Provide project portfolio management, project management and process improvement guidance and support to ASHA staff. 
  3. Establish and maintain the roadmap of key projects and deliverables that support operational excellence; maintain up-to-date status and communicate assessments and plans to stakeholders; manage changes to initiatives in progress, in order to help achieve optimal results; manage project priorities based on resource availability and necessary software product upgrade schedules. 
  4. Design and execute an annual project selection cycle that will allow staff the opportunity to suggest new projects, undergo discussion, prioritization and selection; communicate results to staff in an effective and clear manner. 
  5. Manage and collaborate with functional groups to conduct business process analysis, identify problems or gaps in processes, determine course of action and impacts to the organization, and recommend measurable improvement changes.
  6. Provide clear and engaging training and coaching on project management and process improvement topics. 
  7. Support staff and act as a facilitator in training, processes, procedures, and policies to effectively manage projects and implement process improvement strategies.
  8. Conduct full life-cycle project management on selected projects, including project execution and communication, scheduling, milestone tracking, issue management, and change management.

Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills (Qualifications) 
Knowledge Typically Acquired Through 

  • Successful completion of a bachelor's degree 
  • Minimum 5–7 years’ work experience in project management 
  • Minimum 3–5 years' work experience in project portfolio management in a Project Management Office
  • Minimum 3–5 years’ work experience in business analysis or process improvement
  • Experience in providing business training and consultation 
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification preferred
  • Lean Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt) preferred

Scope and Depth of Technical Skills/Knowledge

  • Experience implementing standardized project management and portfolio management processes
  • Proficient in project management tracking software 
  • Proficient in business process mapping tools and techniques, flowcharts and visual diagrams
  • Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Visio) 
  • Knowledge of a formal project management methodology, such as the PMBOK (preferred) 
  • Proficient in project estimating and project budgets 
  • Expert knowledge in quality management, vendor management, risk management, and change management 
  • Demonstrated knowledge of change management

Scope and Depth of Non-Technical Skills/Knowledge

  • Strong oral communication skills; adept at gathering and summarizing information quickly, completely, accurately, and clearly 
  • Ability to write clearly and concisely 
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills 
  • Demonstrated experience building and maintaining business relationships, with ability to interact with clients at all levels of the organization 
  • Demonstrated experience as a skilled facilitator
  • Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams, acts as a team player 
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Continuous improvement mindset 
  • Ability to create and collaborate on compelling and appropriate verbal and visual presentations

Company

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association was founded in 1925. It is a not-for-profit scientific and professional association for speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and speech and hearing scientists. ASHA is committed to the consumers of our services, the more than 42 million Americans with communication disorders. ASHA's mission is to ensure that all people with speech-language, and hearing disorders receive quality services from well-educated professionals.

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) certifies practicing clinicians, conducts and accredits educational programs for its members, informs the public about communication disorders, produces and markets educational materials, monitors legislation, and lobbies state and federal governments. ASHA represents more than 234,000 speech-language pathologists, audiologist, and speech and hearing scientists.

The Association's National Office, in Rockville, Maryland, employs more than 300 individuals in a wide range of occupations. Some staff members are speech-language pathologists and audiologists. Other professionals provide expertise in a variety of fields from accounting, information processing and marketing to convention and meeting planning, customer service and desktop publishing.

ASHA has been recognized as a "Great Place to Work" by Washingtonian Magazine and by the State of Maryland and Montgomery County Work/Life Alliance. ASHA has also earned recognition as a "Best Workplace for Commuters." A number of public service campaigns, media advertising campaigns, and membership promotion materials that our staff have worked on have earned awards. The ASHA Leader, our bi-weekly tabloid, has earned numerous awards for general excellence and feature articles. Our website has also earned a number of awards. In addition, the National Office has received awards for our recycling efforts.

For more information about our organization, see our website at www. asha.org.ASHA offers a comprehensive benefits package.

* Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
* Life Insurance
* Long-Term Disability Income Insurance
* Travel Accident Insurance
* Defined Contribution Plan
* 401(k) Savings Plan
* Flexible Spending Plan
* Annual Leave
* Sick Leave
* Family and Medical Leave
* Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
* Paid Holidays
* Flextime
* Telecommuting
* Flexplace
* Fare Share Program
* Employee Assistnace Program
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Staff Development Prgram
* Wellness and Fitness
* Direct Deposit

Company info
Website
Location
2200 Research Blvd
#235
Rockville
MD
20850
United States

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