Special Projects and Strategy , AWS Education Program Strategy
Amazon.com
AWS is seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Manager to join our AWS Education Programs team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing strategic educational initiatives that promote AWS technologies and cloud computing skills.
In this role you will be responsible for proposing and executing upon strategic projects in an ambiguous environment. You will collaborate across various functions within AWS T&C including Branding, Marketing, Strategic Operations, Communications, Enablement, Localization, Global Expansion, Finance, etc. These collaborations will vary between smaller one off initiatives up to long-term strategic business decisions that will influence the future of the AWS Education Programs.
The ideal candidate must have a proven track record of success in program management, communication skills, strong attention to detail, outstanding process improvement and operational excellence skills, a collaborative work style, and an unparalleled work ethic. The right candidate is extremely data-driven and comfortable with writing and executing on various types of communications and initiatives; has demonstrated experience working effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure entrepreneurial environment with a strong desire to roll up your sleeves; and proven experience managing priorities and working effectively across a number of internal stakeholders.
Key job responsibilities
• Develop a deep understanding of the Training and Certification business.
• Partner with AWS T&C Education Programs team, and T&C Strategic Operations; responsible for creating, measuring, and executing a cohesive business model for defined AWS Education Program training offerings.
• Coordinate end-to-end planning of activities/initiatives across all work streams (e.g., Branding, Marketing, Strategic Operations, Communications, Finance, etc.)
• Use data and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to optimize and continuously improve cross-program processes and procedures.
• Work effectively across AWS with groups such as AWS Branding, Product Marketing, Localization, Operations, and Internal Enablement to achieve business goals.
• Manage multiple priorities as an independent, self-starter with excellent time management within a rapidly evolving business.
• Report on critical milestones within special projects, including executing on special project approved proposals and initiatives.
• Manage and execute internal team communications to ensure cross-functional teams are informed and aware of critical initiatives and cross-program updates.
• Contribute to the development of marketing materials and communication strategies to promote AWS Education Programs.
About the team
As cloud technologies continue to transform businesses, skilled individuals are in high demand. At AWS Training and Certification (T&C), we are passionate about revolutionizing the way people advance their cloud skills and careers. We equip diverse builders of today and tomorrow with the knowledge they need to leverage the power of the AWS Cloud. Join our dynamic, fast-growing team and help us empower new learners to build cloud skills.
About AWS
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
In this role you will be responsible for proposing and executing upon strategic projects in an ambiguous environment. You will collaborate across various functions within AWS T&C including Branding, Marketing, Strategic Operations, Communications, Enablement, Localization, Global Expansion, Finance, etc. These collaborations will vary between smaller one off initiatives up to long-term strategic business decisions that will influence the future of the AWS Education Programs.
The ideal candidate must have a proven track record of success in program management, communication skills, strong attention to detail, outstanding process improvement and operational excellence skills, a collaborative work style, and an unparalleled work ethic. The right candidate is extremely data-driven and comfortable with writing and executing on various types of communications and initiatives; has demonstrated experience working effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure entrepreneurial environment with a strong desire to roll up your sleeves; and proven experience managing priorities and working effectively across a number of internal stakeholders.
Key job responsibilities
• Develop a deep understanding of the Training and Certification business.
• Partner with AWS T&C Education Programs team, and T&C Strategic Operations; responsible for creating, measuring, and executing a cohesive business model for defined AWS Education Program training offerings.
• Coordinate end-to-end planning of activities/initiatives across all work streams (e.g., Branding, Marketing, Strategic Operations, Communications, Finance, etc.)
• Use data and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to optimize and continuously improve cross-program processes and procedures.
• Work effectively across AWS with groups such as AWS Branding, Product Marketing, Localization, Operations, and Internal Enablement to achieve business goals.
• Manage multiple priorities as an independent, self-starter with excellent time management within a rapidly evolving business.
• Report on critical milestones within special projects, including executing on special project approved proposals and initiatives.
• Manage and execute internal team communications to ensure cross-functional teams are informed and aware of critical initiatives and cross-program updates.
• Contribute to the development of marketing materials and communication strategies to promote AWS Education Programs.
About the team
As cloud technologies continue to transform businesses, skilled individuals are in high demand. At AWS Training and Certification (T&C), we are passionate about revolutionizing the way people advance their cloud skills and careers. We equip diverse builders of today and tomorrow with the knowledge they need to leverage the power of the AWS Cloud. Join our dynamic, fast-growing team and help us empower new learners to build cloud skills.
About AWS
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
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