Program Manager

Job Title: Program Manager

Location : Remote

Reports To: Director of Marketing and Communications

Type: Full-Time, Exempt

About Us

The mission of the IFS Institute (IFSI) is to bring more Self-Leadership to the world. Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a psychotherapy approach grounded in the understanding that the mind is naturally multiple and that everyone has a core Self that is whole, resilient, and capable of guiding healing and growth.

The IFS Institute provides training for professionals and organizations globally, an annual conference, a practitioner directory for those looking for IFS trained providers, and a growing number of online courses, books, and other resources.

Our goal is to create learning environments and a community that teach and support the internal welcoming of parts that have been exiled, shamed, or marginalized within our systems so that they may be seen, heard, valued, and ultimately healed. Building and supporting a diverse workforce is foundational to this goal and we are a committed equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our growing organization, view a few of our introductory IFS videos.

Position Summary

The Internal Family Systems Institute (IFSI) is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the creation, design, and successful launch of new educational programs. This role is responsible for managing the development and delivery of new IFS Continuity Programs (three annually), relaunch of our Online Circle (twice per year) as well as additional internal and external programs serving clinicians and the general public.

The Program Manager will supervise a Digital Content Specialist, collaborate closely with the Marketing and Communications team, and coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless program execution. The role may also engage and manage contracted resources as needed to support program development and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Exercise independent discretion in leading the end-to-end development of new Continuity Programs, including instructor coordination, curriculum architecture, and the design of launch execution strategies.
• Formulate and manage comprehensive program budgets, resource plans, and multi-year timelines, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with IFS Institute’s long-term financial objectives. Evaluate and authorize opportunities for new programs, conducting independent market analysis to determine viability for expanding global access to IFS
• Contribute to the IFS Institute’s long-term strategy, specifically focusing on the scalability of intellectual property and expanding the organization’s global reach through innovative program models.
• Interpret and apply accreditation standards to maintain compliance with Continuing Education (CE) partners, making critical adjustments to program delivery as required by regulatory shifts. Serve as the final authority for review and copy editing of curriculum materials to ensure they are instructionally sound and meet high-level organizational design standards. Execute high-level project management for live learning events, including the strategic moderation of high-visibility programs and the resolution of complex delivery issues.
  
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  Qualifications
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in education, Psychology, Program Management, or related field (master’s degree and professional licensure preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in program development or educational project management, preferably in mental health or professional training.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and continuing education standards.
• Highly organized, strong communicator and DEI advocate.
  
  
• Excellent project management skills with ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with IFS Model and/or experience in therapeutic or clinical education strongly preferred.
  

IFS Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [email protected]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by our U.S. IFS Institute HR Department who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

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