Overview
AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50‑plus and their families' health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation's largest‑circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and the AARP Bulletin.
The Program Management Director will contribute to advancing AARP’s mission and delivering social impact by leading the development, execution, and implementation of a new AARP program that provides trusted and vetted product and service recommendation guides for 50+ consumers. The Director will lead a cross‑functional team to deliver measurable outcomes, achieve program goals, and provide value for 50+ consumers. The Director will be the primary relationship manager for key strategic partners and ensure alignment across partnership activities and AARP’s organizational objectives. The Director will collaborate with senior leadership to develop strategic plans to ensure continued program growth and profitability.
AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.
Responsibilities
- Establishes and applies measurement and adjustment framework to monitor progress against the goals outlined in the strategic plan. Orchestrates monthly and quarterly updates to assess progress toward goals. Identifies gaps, risks, and potential opportunities. Designs and executes adjustments and/or risk mitigation strategies, as needed.
- Guides and orchestrates the development of an integrated plan comprised of objectives, goals, and strategies.
- Manages collaboration with others to ensure understanding and alignment of strategies and evaluates new initiatives, as agreed upon.
- Owns and applies prioritization frameworks that inform resource (people, time, and money) allocation across teams for business‑as‑usual requests, as well as new opportunities.
- Oversees execution of strategic and high‑level testing roadmaps across teams and facilitates sharing of learnings through in‑person meetings and use of collaboration tools. Coordinates with internal and external sources to identify and communicate key market developments and assess impact and implications to goals and strategies. Performs strategic planning and directs and coordinates development, maintenance, and planning of program systems. Provides strategic and innovative direction related to industry and technology trends and streamlines organizational processes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Public Policy, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in partnership management, business development, or strategic alliances.
- 3+ years in digital marketing with strong understanding of strategy and execution.
- Proven success managing and scaling complex, multi‑stakeholder programs, with measurable outcomes.
- Strong project management skills and ability to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, including presenting to senior executives.
- Experience working cross‑functionally in matrixed or mission‑driven organizations.
- Analytical skills with performance measurement expertise; proficiency in Microsoft Office and project tools; PMP certification preferred.
Additional Requirements
- Regular and reliable job attendance
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
- Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions
- In‑office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise
Hybrid Work Environment
AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.
Compensation And Benefits
AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company‑funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance‑based and peer‑based recognition and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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