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Organzational Development Specialist 2

2 days ago Sunnyvale, CA

Company Description

At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.

As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare's hardest challenges and advance what is possible.

Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.

Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture. Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long-term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.

Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let's advance the world of minimally invasive care.

Job Description

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Primary Function of Position

The FES Program Manager, reporting to the Sr Director of Finance Organization Development, is responsible for managing several programs and projects. This individual will work closely with the FES Organization Development team, members of the FES organization, and internal and external stakeholders to advance key initiatives for the Learning Academy, Leadership Academy, Finance Development Program (FDP), and Intern Program. This role will require strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and a tenacious drive to keep programs on track.

Essential Job Duties

  • Partner with the team to define key objectives, milestone activities, and success metrics then develop a program management plan that ensures timely execution
  • Support team in maintaining key resources such as the (intranet) team Leo pages, team calendar, dashboards, quarterly readouts and marketing collateral.
  • Lead logistics and registration for the Learning and Leadership Academy programs as well as assisting in facilitating team trainings and larger programs
  • Partner with the Sr Manager Finance Organization Development, and the University Hiring Program to lead the recruiting strategy for the FDP and Intern programs
  • Manage the recruiting budget and identify creative strategies to attract top talent and a diverse candidate pool
  • Ownership of the Intern Program including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, and program logistics
  • Create and facilitate skill development curriculum for the Intern Program
  • Develop KPIs and measure effectiveness of the Intern Program to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Partner with FESOD team to support leadership development courses and programs, including facilitating at Learning Weeks, Quarterly Career Development pop ups, and during larger, annual training programs

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills
  • Strong facilitation skills for audiences up to senior manager levels
  • Intellectual curiosity and problem-solving ability
  • Strong project management, planning, decision making, and change management skills
  • Ability to excel in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
  • Highly organized and able to operate independently while supporting multiple projects concurrently
  • Aptitude to organize and curate training content and programs
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office and ability to learn new systems to effectively manage projects
  • Demonstrated ability set actionable goals, define success metrics, and execute

Required Education and Training

  • B.S./B.A. Degree required
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience

Working Conditions

  • Ability to travel approximately 25% to support global programs

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • 2+ years of facilitation experience

Additional Information

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer:  In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees
who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).  

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s
start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.

Client-provided location(s): Sunnyvale, CA
Job ID: d542943d-4749-4927-b48c-96662599fcb7
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-11-27T06:17:02

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program