Program Director Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Program Director includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Initiate and set goals for programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization
Plan the programs from start to completion involving deadlines, milestones and processes
Develop or approve budgets and operations
Read reports prepared by managers to determine progress and issues
Ensure program operations and activities adhere to legal guidelines and internal policies
Keep senior management informed with detailed and accurate reports or presentations
Devise evaluation strategies to monitor performance and determine the need for improvements
Supervise all program and project managers involved to provide feedback and resolve complex problems
Discover ways to enhance efficiency and productivity of procedures and people
Apply change, risk and resource management principles when needed

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Program Director duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Program Director roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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