SAU (Skilling Activation Unit) & Regional Scale PM

Program Manager | Contract | Remote | United States

Role Overview
The Program Manager will support the operational execution and scale readiness of the Skilling Activation Unit and Regional Scale model across Skilling Partner. This role focuses on driving partner onboarding, execution tracking, operational coordination, and cross-functional alignment across global teams.

This is a highly collaborative, execution-focused role responsible for helping operationalize skilling initiatives at scale.

Key Responsibilities
Drive operational execution and scale readiness of Skilling Activation Units and Regional Scale skilling programs

Manage end-to-end partner onboarding, including timelines, readiness activities, and progress tracking

Support onboarding and ramp-up of new PMs into the operating model

Maintain and update key skilling resources, including playbooks, BOMs, skilling plans, process documentation, and onboarding materials

Partner with teams and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment and execution consistency

Participate in recurring skilling and operational calls to stay aligned on priorities and partner needs

Lead run management activities such as newsletters, monthly scorecards, and reporting in collaboration with leadership

Act as a central point of contact for operational queries, escalations, and execution support

Drive consistent onboarding experiences, communication cadence, and execution rhythms across programs

Preferred Experience
Strong program or project management experience

Experience managing operational execution, onboarding programs, or large-scale initiatives

Familiarity with GCPS skilling motions, partner skilling programs, or Microsoft skilling ecosystems preferred

Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Ability to manage multiple workstreams and cross-functional stakeholders simultaneously

Proactive approach to identifying risks, gaps, and blockers and driving execution forward

Experience working with global and regional teams