What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager for Rural Development and Prosperity position at Tuskegee University?
Position Information
Position Title
Program Manager for Rural Development and Prosperity
Status
Full Time
Job Summary
The Program Manager for Rural Development and Prosperity will organize rural development Extension and Educational programs in the Southeast and surrounding regions. This employment includes but is not limited to working with academic institutions, corporations, faith-based and other organizations. This position will work with and involve faculty, staff and students involved in the Center for Farming/Food Systems, Rural Prosperity, and Economic Sustainability (CFSRPES) and the Carver Integrative Sustainability Center (CISC) to develop premier programming primarily in the areas of Rural Development and Prosperity in areas based on program and clientele need as determined by the Center Director and Co-Directors. The person hired for this position must have considerable experience with small businesses and/or community development, as well as a
proven record of accomplishments working with diverse clients. This position requires extensive travel and will be based in a station.
Essential Job Duties
- Participate in meetings and conferences at the local, regional, national, and international levels as requested/approved by the Director and/or Co-Directors.
- Provide leadership in planning, monitoring, and evaluation of CFSRPES and related programs in Rural Prosperity.
- Provide information and support to the local communities as it relates to Rural Development and Prosperity program development, implementation, and assessment.
- Develop Tuskegee University and Regional/National partnerships to provide more impact in Rural Development and Prosperity.
- Provide facilitative leadership in the evaluation of CFSRPES and CISC programs related to Rural Development and Prosperity.
- Provide technical assistance to CFSRPES and CISC colleagues in program design, curriculum development, online resources, evaluation planning and design, and data collection and analysis methods.
- Conduct evaluations for multiple purposes and audiences on an ongoing basis.
- Assist in developing and providing various professional development experiences in Rural Development and Prosperity as they relate to the goals of the CFSRPES and CISC.
- Assist in the development and submission of grant proposals consistent with and in support of CFSRPES’s and CISC’s mission.
Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)
- Bachelor’s of Science degree or higher from an accredited institution in Business Administration, Management, Policy, or a closely related field with noted experience in participatory research or community-based initiatives to include grant writing and program evaluation.
- Familiarity with Tuskegee University’s land-grant mission and Cooperative Extension model.
- Proficiency in digital tools for outreach and education.
Physical Demands
- Ability to operate standard office equipment
- Ability to walk short distances
- Ability to lift and carry parcels, packages and other items
- Ability to view a computer terminal
Skills and Attributes
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders.
- Bilingual or multilingual abilities (especially relevant to local populations).
- Working knowledge of various computer software, such as Microsoft Office
- Excellent computer skills
- Ability to operate standard office equipment
- Ability to prepare and analyze data and figures
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S946
Will this position required travel?
Yes
Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?
Yes
Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?
Yes
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
11/13/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:
- Tuskegee University employment application
- Cover Letter
- Resume/CV
- Recommendation letters
- Copies of unofficial transcripts.
- Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://tuskegee.peopleadmin.com/postings/3431
