Mid Level Associate Program Manager Jobs
Mid level associate program manager jobs go to professionals ready to own projects end to end, mentor junior colleagues, and move work forward with limited oversight. Openings are 18% remote or hybrid across Technology & Software, Science & Research, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with Lyft, JPMorganChase, and FTI hiring at this level now.
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Who We Are
The Constructive Dialogue Institute (CDI) is a non-partisan, non-profit dedicated to equipping the next generation of Americans with the skills to communicate and collaborate across lines of difference. We work with U.S. colleges and universities by providing co-curricular programming for students, professional development for faculty and staff, and strategic guidance to leadership. Our goal is to foster constructive dialogue at every level of the institution and to create the conditions for lasting organizational change. CDI was co-founded by psychologist Jonathan Haidt, the bestselling author of The Righteous Mind and The Anxious Generation.
The Role
The Associate Director of Program Implementation will report to the Senior Director of Program Implementation and work closely with the Program Managers to support the successful implementation of CDI’s offerings, tools, and resources on college campuses across the country. This position will focus on relationship management of an assigned portfolio of partner campuses, guiding each campus through the stages of implementation (planning, implementation, learning and refining, retention and renewal, and contracting). The Associate Director of Program Implementation will also be a skilled project manager, ensuring on-track execution and communications for internal and external audiences, and play a key role in data tracking and processes. The position may require some travel, approximately 3-5 days per quarter.
What You'll Do:
Implementation and Relationship Management:
- Serve as the relationship owner for an assigned portfolio of confirmed campus package institutions.
- Leverage subject matter expertise to manage the implementation cycle for assigned portfolio of partners, leading each partner through a planning process that results in a clear, concrete implementation plan for embedding CDI’s suite of offerings and resources within their campus community.
- Provide consistent stewardship and support to each partner to ensure they are able to effectively implement CDI’s programs, identify and address challenges, and promote engagement, completion, and saturation.
- Develop, in collaboration with other teams, and distribute resources that support partners in deepening their work with constructive dialogue.
- Track per cycle and year-over-year implementation progress for partners using internal tools, such as HubSpot and Asana, ensuring data is accurate and accessible, and able to be monitored against OKRs and growth strategies.
- Provide timely, professional, and tailored communications to partners, in the form of emails, newsletters, and other media.
- Lead renewal strategy and contracting for individual portfolio of partners, contributing to an annual average of 85% retention for all partner accounts.
- As needed, lead Professional Learning Communities and other Communities of Practice for partners.
- At the direction of the Senior Director of Program Implementation, provide implementation support, including logistical and product support, for other partners within the Growth portfolio, such as workplaces, high schools, etc.
Strategy and Growth:
- Gather and analyze feedback, learnings, and data from partners throughout the year to provide a holistic view of assigned portfolio and recommendations for future work.
- Develop subject matter expertise on higher education, particularly in the pathways in which CDI works, and constructive dialogue, and stay abreast of trends and developments in the field.
- Support retention, renewal, and expansion efforts including contributing to the build and execution of renewal and partner retention strategies.
- Identify process inefficiencies and areas for optimization in partnership management, implementation procedures, and implementation resources, and contribute to the development of resources and optimizations.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Coordinate implementation needs across multiple team members and departments, fostering collaboration, alignment, and shared understanding of processes, projects, and objectives.
- Collaborate closely with Growth team members (Partnerships, Live Programs) and Product, Education, Research, and Operations teams to ensure seamless alignment of goals and effective execution of CDI programming.
- Represent the voice of the partner and partner themes with other teams at CDI.
Who You Are
- Relevant experience: 5+ years in partnership management, program implementation, or related roles across nonprofits, higher education, or EdTech; including at least 1 year working directly in or with higher education.
- Relationship builder: Exceptionally strong at building authentic, durable relationships with partners and stakeholders.
- Comfort with complexity: Able to navigate large, complex organizations while balancing multiple priorities.
- Clear communicator: Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex ideas, say no with tact, and build rapport virtually.
- Confident presenter: Skilled at developing and delivering presentations for diverse audiences.
- Organized project manager: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and stakeholders simultaneously, with an eye to detail.
- Analytical thinker: Able to extract meaningful insights from data to inform decisions.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- Bonus: Experience with CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot) and project management software (e.g., Asana).
What We Offer
- A Mission-Driven Culture — our work culture genuinely reflects our mission, characterized by intellectual humility, continuous improvement, and open-mindedness.
- Unlimited PTO — recharge on your own schedule with unlimited paid time off, in addition to 13 company holidays.
- Health, Vision & Dental — health, vision, and dental plans, with CDI contributing toward your premiums each month.
- 401(k) Match — invest in your future with a 100% match on your contributions, up to 3% of your pay.
- Professional Development — a generous annual budget to invest in your growth: build new skills, deepen existing ones, and stay inspired in your work.
- Remote Work Support — up to $500 reimbursed for home office equipment and up to $50/month reimbursed for home internet or cell phone expenses.
The Details
- Compensation: $95,000 - $105,000
- Location: Remote, must be based in the U.S.
- Schedule: Full-time, flexible within U.S. time zones
- Reports to: Senior Director of Program Implementation
- Direct Report(s): None
- Target start date: Jan 1, 2027
Who We Are
The Constructive Dialogue Institute (CDI) is a non-partisan, non-profit dedicated to equipping the next generation of Americans with the skills to communicate and collaborate across lines of difference. We work with U.S. colleges and universities by providing co-curricular programming for students, professional development for faculty and staff, and strategic guidance to leadership. Our goal is to foster constructive dialogue at every level of the institution and to create the conditions for lasting organizational change. CDI was co-founded by psychologist Jonathan Haidt, the bestselling author of The Righteous Mind and The Anxious Generation.
The Role
The Associate Director of Program Implementation will report to the Senior Director of Program Implementation and work closely with the Program Managers to support the successful implementation of CDI’s offerings, tools, and resources on college campuses across the country. This position will focus on relationship management of an assigned portfolio of partner campuses, guiding each campus through the stages of implementation (planning, implementation, learning and refining, retention and renewal, and contracting). The Associate Director of Program Implementation will also be a skilled project manager, ensuring on-track execution and communications for internal and external audiences, and play a key role in data tracking and processes. The position may require some travel, approximately 3-5 days per quarter.
What You'll Do:
Implementation and Relationship Management:
- Serve as the relationship owner for an assigned portfolio of confirmed campus package institutions.
- Leverage subject matter expertise to manage the implementation cycle for assigned portfolio of partners, leading each partner through a planning process that results in a clear, concrete implementation plan for embedding CDI’s suite of offerings and resources within their campus community.
- Provide consistent stewardship and support to each partner to ensure they are able to effectively implement CDI’s programs, identify and address challenges, and promote engagement, completion, and saturation.
- Develop, in collaboration with other teams, and distribute resources that support partners in deepening their work with constructive dialogue.
- Track per cycle and year-over-year implementation progress for partners using internal tools, such as HubSpot and Asana, ensuring data is accurate and accessible, and able to be monitored against OKRs and growth strategies.
- Provide timely, professional, and tailored communications to partners, in the form of emails, newsletters, and other media.
- Lead renewal strategy and contracting for individual portfolio of partners, contributing to an annual average of 85% retention for all partner accounts.
- As needed, lead Professional Learning Communities and other Communities of Practice for partners.
- At the direction of the Senior Director of Program Implementation, provide implementation support, including logistical and product support, for other partners within the Growth portfolio, such as workplaces, high schools, etc.
Strategy and Growth:
- Gather and analyze feedback, learnings, and data from partners throughout the year to provide a holistic view of assigned portfolio and recommendations for future work.
- Develop subject matter expertise on higher education, particularly in the pathways in which CDI works, and constructive dialogue, and stay abreast of trends and developments in the field.
- Support retention, renewal, and expansion efforts including contributing to the build and execution of renewal and partner retention strategies.
- Identify process inefficiencies and areas for optimization in partnership management, implementation procedures, and implementation resources, and contribute to the development of resources and optimizations.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Coordinate implementation needs across multiple team members and departments, fostering collaboration, alignment, and shared understanding of processes, projects, and objectives.
- Collaborate closely with Growth team members (Partnerships, Live Programs) and Product, Education, Research, and Operations teams to ensure seamless alignment of goals and effective execution of CDI programming.
- Represent the voice of the partner and partner themes with other teams at CDI.
Who You Are
- Relevant experience: 5+ years in partnership management, program implementation, or related roles across nonprofits, higher education, or EdTech; including at least 1 year working directly in or with higher education.
- Relationship builder: Exceptionally strong at building authentic, durable relationships with partners and stakeholders.
- Comfort with complexity: Able to navigate large, complex organizations while balancing multiple priorities.
- Clear communicator: Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex ideas, say no with tact, and build rapport virtually.
- Confident presenter: Skilled at developing and delivering presentations for diverse audiences.
- Organized project manager: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and stakeholders simultaneously, with an eye to detail.
- Analytical thinker: Able to extract meaningful insights from data to inform decisions.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- Bonus: Experience with CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot) and project management software (e.g., Asana).
What We Offer
- A Mission-Driven Culture — our work culture genuinely reflects our mission, characterized by intellectual humility, continuous improvement, and open-mindedness.
- Unlimited PTO — recharge on your own schedule with unlimited paid time off, in addition to 13 company holidays.
- Health, Vision & Dental — health, vision, and dental plans, with CDI contributing toward your premiums each month.
- 401(k) Match — invest in your future with a 100% match on your contributions, up to 3% of your pay.
- Professional Development — a generous annual budget to invest in your growth: build new skills, deepen existing ones, and stay inspired in your work.
- Remote Work Support — up to $500 reimbursed for home office equipment and up to $50/month reimbursed for home internet or cell phone expenses.
The Details
- Compensation: $95,000 - $105,000
- Location: Remote, must be based in the U.S.
- Schedule: Full-time, flexible within U.S. time zones
- Reports to: Senior Director of Program Implementation
- Direct Report(s): None
- Target start date: Jan 1, 2027
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Mid Level Associate Program Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level associate program manager job?
Position your existing experience around ownership and outcomes, not just task completion. Highlight projects you drove from kickoff to delivery, decisions you made independently, and any cross-functional coordination you led. Applications that show you can manage scope, communicate up to stakeholders, and unblock teams without hand-holding stand out clearly at this level.
Which companies hire mid level associate program managers?
Companies hiring mid level associate program managers right now include Lyft, JPMorganChase, and FTI, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Organizations at this hiring level tend to be large enough to run structured program management functions but still expect individuals to operate with meaningful autonomy.
Are there remote mid level associate program manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and company. About 18% of mid level associate program manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broad employer comfort with distributed program management work at this experience level. On-site roles remain common in sectors where stakeholder alignment happens best in person.
How do I move up to a mid level associate program manager role?
Moving from entry level into mid level associate program management requires deepening your ownership over time. Focus on taking full responsibility for a project phase, building relationships with stakeholders without relying on a manager to mediate, and documenting measurable impact from your work. Consistently delivering on scope, timeline, and quality signals readiness for the broader autonomy mid level roles require.
Which industries hire the most mid level associate program managers?
Mid Level associate program manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Science & Research, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to run large, complex initiatives that benefit from dedicated program management capacity at the mid level, where professionals can coordinate workstreams without requiring senior-level oversight on every decision.