Program Development Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania
Program Development Manager jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with demand concentrated in healthcare systems, higher education, and workforce development nonprofits, and openings ranging from entry-level program coordinators moving into management through seasoned senior directors. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg anchor most of the hiring, with major employers like Highmark Health, Penn Medicine, and Geisinger maintaining ongoing needs for program development talent across their sprawling service networks. The most in-demand specialties include grant-funded program development, workforce training initiatives, and healthcare service line expansion. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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SEDA-COG…Building strong economies & strong communities
SEDA-Council of Governments, a public development organization serving 11 Central Pennsylvania counties, is seeking a full-time Program Manager for the Export Development Program. The Program Manager is responsible for the oversight and growth of the export development program, including securing funding, providing export counseling and technical assistance to businesses, and representing SEDA-COG throughout the region and beyond. The position works closely with businesses, state and federal agencies, and international trade partners to strengthen export opportunities and economic development initiatives.
Primary responsibilities of the position include:
- Provide export counseling and technical assistance to existing and prospective clients.
- Develop and implement annual program work plans.
- Ensure compliance with funding source requirements and contractual obligations.
- Provide leadership, direction, and support to program staff.
- Oversee fiscal management, reporting, billing, and contract compliance.
- Identify and pursue new funding, partnerships, and business development opportunities.
- Cultivate relationships with local, state, federal, and international stakeholders.
- Complete special projects on time and within budget.
- Represent SEDA-COG at meetings, events, and trade-related activities.
Required qualifications/skills:
- Bachelor's degree in International Business or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of five years of experience in an export-related field.
- Strong communication, relationship-building, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of international trade practices and export assistance resources.
- Strong public speaking and presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical, programmatic, or organizational information to diverse audiences, including public officials, community members, board members, and professional groups.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and stakeholder relationships.
- Proficiency with budgeting, contract administration, and program management.
Salary will be commensurate with applicant qualifications and experience. Applicants should indicate salary expectations in their cover letter.
Applicants are expected to supply a resume and cover letter outlining work history, skills, and training by October 16, 2026, via this posting or email to: aowens@seda-cog.org.
SEDA-Council of Governments is a public development organization based in Lewisburg, PA, serving 11 central Pennsylvania counties. www.seda-cog.org.
Excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance and paid vacation & sick leave.
SEDA-COG…Building strong economies & strong communities
SEDA-Council of Governments, a public development organization serving 11 Central Pennsylvania counties, is seeking a full-time Program Manager for the Export Development Program. The Program Manager is responsible for the oversight and growth of the export development program, including securing funding, providing export counseling and technical assistance to businesses, and representing SEDA-COG throughout the region and beyond. The position works closely with businesses, state and federal agencies, and international trade partners to strengthen export opportunities and economic development initiatives.
Primary responsibilities of the position include:
- Provide export counseling and technical assistance to existing and prospective clients.
- Develop and implement annual program work plans.
- Ensure compliance with funding source requirements and contractual obligations.
- Provide leadership, direction, and support to program staff.
- Oversee fiscal management, reporting, billing, and contract compliance.
- Identify and pursue new funding, partnerships, and business development opportunities.
- Cultivate relationships with local, state, federal, and international stakeholders.
- Complete special projects on time and within budget.
- Represent SEDA-COG at meetings, events, and trade-related activities.
Required qualifications/skills:
- Bachelor's degree in International Business or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of five years of experience in an export-related field.
- Strong communication, relationship-building, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of international trade practices and export assistance resources.
- Strong public speaking and presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical, programmatic, or organizational information to diverse audiences, including public officials, community members, board members, and professional groups.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and stakeholder relationships.
- Proficiency with budgeting, contract administration, and program management.
Salary will be commensurate with applicant qualifications and experience. Applicants should indicate salary expectations in their cover letter.
Applicants are expected to supply a resume and cover letter outlining work history, skills, and training by October 16, 2026, via this posting or email to: aowens@seda-cog.org.
SEDA-Council of Governments is a public development organization based in Lewisburg, PA, serving 11 central Pennsylvania counties. www.seda-cog.org.
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Program Development Manager Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- PNC Financial Services11
- Merck4
- Air Products3
- First National Bank3
- QXO2
Top Industries Hiring
- Agriculture & Farming
- Food & Beverage
- Chemicals & Materials
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program development manager jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, education, health services, or a related field
- Three or more years managing program development or program management in Pennsylvania organizations
- Demonstrated experience writing or administering grants from state or federal sources
- Proficiency with project management frameworks such as PMP, Agile, or logic model planning
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills including community partners, funders, and government agencies
- Experience with reporting and compliance requirements tied to Pennsylvania state contracts or grants
Program Development Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a program development manager in Pennsylvania?
Most program development manager roles in Pennsylvania require a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as public administration, social work, education, or business, with many employers preferring a master's degree for senior roles. Pennsylvania has no single state license for this title, so the path runs through accumulated program management experience, ideally in a Pennsylvania nonprofit, healthcare system, or government-contracted organization, combined with recognized credentials like the Project Management Professional or a nonprofit management certificate from a Pennsylvania university.
Which companies hire program development managers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring program development managers in Pennsylvania right now include PNC Financial Services, Merck, and Air Products, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems, research universities, and statewide workforce development agencies are consistently among the most active sources of openings for this role.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most program development manager jobs?
Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Allentown account for the largest share of program development manager openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its dense concentration of academic medical centers, large nonprofits, and city and county government agencies, while Pittsburgh's strength in healthcare and Carnegie Mellon and University of Pittsburgh-adjacent organizations drives demand there, and Harrisburg's role as the state capital generates consistent openings tied to state government contracts and workforce programs.
Are there remote program development manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, and more than many management roles, because program development work is largely planning, writing, and stakeholder coordination rather than hands-on delivery. About 64% of program development manager openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of much of the role. Grant writing, curriculum design, and strategic planning functions are the most commonly offered as remote work, while roles involving direct community partnerships or on-site program oversight tend to require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a program development manager in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a program coordinator or program associate at a Pennsylvania nonprofit, community health organization, or workforce development agency, where you can learn grant cycles, logic model development, and funder reporting firsthand. Large Pennsylvania employers like United Way chapters, community action agencies, and regional health systems often hire associates into structured program roles that build toward management. Earning a Pennsylvania-based certificate in nonprofit management or grant writing, or completing a graduate assistantship at a Penn State or Temple program, gives candidates a concrete edge when moving into a first manager role.
Where can I find and apply to program development manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to program development manager jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across healthcare, education, nonprofits, and government-connected employers. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly through each listing.
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