Adtalem Global Education
Innovation & AI Operations Manager
Adtalem Global Education, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
The Innovation & AI Operations Manager will be instrumental in driving the successful execution of Adtalem's enterprise AI and innovation strategy. Reporting directly to the VP of Innovation & AI, you'll orchestrate both ongoing operations and strategic project delivery across a dynamic portfolio of high-priority initiatives. You'll serve as the operational backbone that ensures seamless project coordination, stakeholder alignment, and continuous process optimization—driving results with clarity, speed, and precision. This is the perfect role for an operations-minded project professional who thrives on managing complex workflows, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and building the systems that help innovative teams execute at scale. Responsibilities
Project Coordination & Tracking: Support the planning and tracking of projects across the innovation portfolio; maintain project trackers and help keep teams accountable to timelines and deliverables; prepare summaries of project status, risks, and next steps. Strategic Project Management & Operations: Lead end-to-end project coordination across the innovation portfolio; design and maintain comprehensive project tracking systems; develop executive-ready project status reports; implement standardized project management methodologies and operational frameworks. Operational Support: Streamline how the Innovation & AI team works; support process documentation, internal communications, and knowledge sharing; proactively identify operational inefficiencies and help implement scalable solutions. Dashboard & Reporting Support: Build and update simple dashboards and reporting tools that show progress on innovation initiatives; assist in preparing materials for leadership updates and team meetings. Business Intelligence & Reporting Support: Build and maintain simple operational dashboards; transform complex project data into compelling executive presentations and strategic updates. Meeting Facilitation & Follow-Through: Orchestrate high-impact cross-functional meetings; develop strategic agendas, coordinate stakeholders, and manage action items; design meeting frameworks to drive decision-making and accelerate execution; build sustainable processes for knowledge transfer and organizational alignment. External & Internal Coordination: Manage multi-stakeholder relationships with vendors, academic partners, HR, IT, and other key business units; summarize insights and meeting notes to build shared understanding across teams; translate technical updates into actionable intelligence for diverse audiences. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in technology or a business-related field. Two (2) to four (4) years of relevant experience in operations, consulting, project coordination, or business analysis. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented and highly organized. Proficient in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and project tracking platforms. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. Interest in innovation, AI, or business transformation a plus. Additional Information
In support of pay transparency laws, the expected salary range for this position is between $80,336.75 and $140,851.50. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits. Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy 12 Paid Holidays For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits. You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. Equal Opportunity
– Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation Seniority level
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Information Technology Industries: Education Management
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The Innovation & AI Operations Manager will be instrumental in driving the successful execution of Adtalem's enterprise AI and innovation strategy. Reporting directly to the VP of Innovation & AI, you'll orchestrate both ongoing operations and strategic project delivery across a dynamic portfolio of high-priority initiatives. You'll serve as the operational backbone that ensures seamless project coordination, stakeholder alignment, and continuous process optimization—driving results with clarity, speed, and precision. This is the perfect role for an operations-minded project professional who thrives on managing complex workflows, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and building the systems that help innovative teams execute at scale. Responsibilities
Project Coordination & Tracking: Support the planning and tracking of projects across the innovation portfolio; maintain project trackers and help keep teams accountable to timelines and deliverables; prepare summaries of project status, risks, and next steps. Strategic Project Management & Operations: Lead end-to-end project coordination across the innovation portfolio; design and maintain comprehensive project tracking systems; develop executive-ready project status reports; implement standardized project management methodologies and operational frameworks. Operational Support: Streamline how the Innovation & AI team works; support process documentation, internal communications, and knowledge sharing; proactively identify operational inefficiencies and help implement scalable solutions. Dashboard & Reporting Support: Build and update simple dashboards and reporting tools that show progress on innovation initiatives; assist in preparing materials for leadership updates and team meetings. Business Intelligence & Reporting Support: Build and maintain simple operational dashboards; transform complex project data into compelling executive presentations and strategic updates. Meeting Facilitation & Follow-Through: Orchestrate high-impact cross-functional meetings; develop strategic agendas, coordinate stakeholders, and manage action items; design meeting frameworks to drive decision-making and accelerate execution; build sustainable processes for knowledge transfer and organizational alignment. External & Internal Coordination: Manage multi-stakeholder relationships with vendors, academic partners, HR, IT, and other key business units; summarize insights and meeting notes to build shared understanding across teams; translate technical updates into actionable intelligence for diverse audiences. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in technology or a business-related field. Two (2) to four (4) years of relevant experience in operations, consulting, project coordination, or business analysis. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented and highly organized. Proficient in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and project tracking platforms. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. Interest in innovation, AI, or business transformation a plus. Additional Information
In support of pay transparency laws, the expected salary range for this position is between $80,336.75 and $140,851.50. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits. Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy 12 Paid Holidays For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits. You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. Equal Opportunity
– Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Full-time Job function
Information Technology Industries: Education Management
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