Technical Project Manager

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u003cp class=p2\u003eu003cstrongu003eWhat We’re Looking For:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cp class=p1\u003e2U is a SaaS-based education technology company that enables leading colleges and universities to deliver higher education to qualified students anywhere. Our Technology Development team is growing and we are expanding to not only meet the needs of our university partners, faculty and students, but to surpass their expectations in providing a next generation learning platform.  u003c/pu003enu003cp class=p1\u003eWe are looking for an experienced Technical Project Manager who is interested in contributing to our business with the deployment of digital education technologies in support of rapidly growing institutional requirements.  Qualified candidates will have experience as a Project Manager or delivery owner role, strong domain knowledge of the Education Technology market, and fluency with Agile development practices.u003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003eu003cstrongu003eResponsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cp class=p1\u003eLogistics and Managementu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eDrive solution-oriented conversations with internal and external stakeholders around any and all possible Moodle-based LMS implementation scenarios.u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eElicit and document partner requirements that can be translated to the team members for execution.u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eCommunicate with the senior leadership team to set expectations, define scope and relay blockers and risks.u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eLead team members through any potential ambiguity in scope through risk analysis and prioritization tactics. u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eDrive the successful delivery of LMS instances to universities based on the partner’s needs while staying in line with the expectations of the business.u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eMonitor teams performance and progress in order to implement and execute on improvements as needed.u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eEnsure transparency with interested parties around timing and LMS deployments.u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eMaintain a consistent escalation process for at risk delivery items.u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eOwn, coordinate and manage release plans for all development, which includes the compliance with security and auditing protocols.u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eWork closely with software engineers to provide collective comprehension of the project scope, objectives, success metrics and priority.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cp class=p1\u003eCollaboration and Communicationu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eWork with multiple teams that may be impacted by or dependent on decisions, milestones or deployments owned by your team. u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eMaintain the role as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the product suite and share knowledge across teams regarding current and future functionality.u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eOwn and maintain any and all project documentation that pertains to the day-to-day operations and delivery timeline.u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eOwn and maintain all training materials utilized for internal teams with regard to the communication and expectations of the functionality.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cp class=p2\u003eu003cstrongu003eThings That Should Be In Your Background:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cli class=p1\u003e7 years in Project Management, Product Owner and/or Delivery Managementu003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eComfortable with the unknown and a lot of on-the-ground learningu003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eExperience in the Education Technology industry is a strong plusu003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eExperience with Moodle is highly desirableu003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eExperience with managing and maintaining Jira, Smartsheet, Slack configurations is a strong plusu003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eStrong written and verbal communication skillsu003c/liu003enu003cli class=p1\u003eFamiliar with Agile software development, methodologies and practicesu003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cp class=p2\u003eu003cstrongu003eAbout 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU)u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003eAt 2U, we power world-class online education and in-person boot camps. Going beyond traditional learning management systems, we use tech, people, and data to help top universities transform in the digital era—and eliminate the back row in higher ed. We support lifelong learning which means thinking beyond a single degree. It means finding ways for students to gain the skills they need to change careers, evolve their expertise, and meet the challenges of the changing world head-on. We help universities fill those needs—developing new digital education technologies and offerings capable of supporting students at different points in their lives. Whether they need a simple refresher, to learn something new, or to change their career trajectories completely, our university partners are there to help them succeed.Together with our partners, 2U has positively transformed the lives of more than 150,000 students and lifelong learners. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.. has acquired and integrated two companies broadening our portfolio of education offerings into short courses with GetSmarter and boot camps with Trilogy. This role supports our [Select one: 2U OR GetSmarter OR Trilogy] line of business.u003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003e[Insert if applicable:]u003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003eu003cstrongu003eAbout GetSmarter [Delete if not Getsmarter role]u003c/strongu003eu003cbru003e GetSmarter, a brand of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.., partners with the world's leading universities to select, design and deliver premium online short courses which enables lifelong learners across the globe to obtain industry-relevant skills that are certified by the world’s most reputable academic institutionsu003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003e[Insert if applicable:]u003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003eu003cstrongu003eAbout Trilogy [Delete if not Trilogy role]u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003eTrilogy Education, a brand of 2U Inc., partners with the best universities in the world to create and manage skills-based instructional programs (boot camps) to provide training for today’s workers with tomorrow’s skills. u003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003eu003cstrongu003e2U Diversity and Inclusion Statementu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003eAt 2U, we are committed to creating and sustaining a culture that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities of our employees. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by the ways in which we are different, as well as the ways in which we are the same. u003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003eu003cstrongu003eBenefits u0026amp; Cultureu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003eWorking at 2U means working with individuals that are passionate and mission driven. We collaborate on tough problems to deliver the best outcomes for our partners, students, and each other. You will find team members working together in our open office spaces, gathered in the kitchen grabbing a snack, or taking a break in our game rooms.u003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003e[Insert for US based roles]u003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003e2U offers a comprehensive benefits package:u003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cli class=p2\u003eMedical, dental, and vision coverageu003c/liu003enu003cli class=p2\u003eLife insurance, disability and 401(k)u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p2\u003eUnlimited snacks and drinksu003c/liu003enu003cli class=p2\u003eTuition reimbursement programu003c/liu003enu003cli class=p2\u003eGenerous paid leave policies including unlimited PTOu003c/liu003enu003cliu003eAdditional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break from Christmas through New Years!u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cp class=p2\u003e[Insert for Cape Town based roles]u003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003e2U Cape Town offers a comprehensive benefits package:u003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cli class=p2\u003e2 complimentary Getsmarter short courses per yearu003c/liu003enu003cli class=p2\u003eSubsidised medical aid with Discoveryu003c/liu003enu003cli class=p2\u003eEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)u003c/liu003enu003cli class=p2\u003eGenerous leave policy including time off to volunteer for non-profit organizationsu003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cp class=p2\u003eTo learn more, visit 2U.com. #NoBackRowu003c/pu003enu003cp class=p1\u003e u003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003eNote: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.u003c/pu003enu003cp class=p2\u003e2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits, pay and dismissal.u003c/pu003e}

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