Program Management

Designs, implements and manages multiple or ongoing programs/projects, and directs the related resources, personnel and activities.

Key Behaviors
  • Provides leadership and creative solutions to program planning and problem solving.
  • Directs the analysis/evaluation efforts that will ultimately translate into efficient and effective programs.
  • Works with individuals within own organization and across other organizations to plan, schedule and ensure execution of program activities.
  • Manages resources within budget.
  • Hires, assigns, coordinates and supervises program personnel.
  • Monitors program effectiveness, providing reporting as necessary.
  • Uses knowledge of continuity assurance principles, methods, and practices to plan, implement and ensure continuous service.

Developmental opportunities for this competency are available from the NIH Training Center.