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R&D Program & Project Management · R&D Management · M4 — Director

These are canon-derived frames, not advice: every line is either verbatim JobFrame canon text or a fixed template wrapping it. ⟨target⟩ / ⟨baseline⟩ / ⟨date⟩ are placeholders for the manager to fill in. Nothing here is generated by AI — rows are omitted, never invented, when the canon lacks the underlying field.

SMART goals

One row per canon core output / responsibility this level owns.

JFM responsibility (M4)

Oversees multiple R&D departments or a critical program function, aligning project portfolios with business objectives and translating high-level goals into concrete research initiatives.

Specific
Deliver: "Oversees multiple R&D departments or a critical program function, aligning project portfolios with business objectives and translating high-level goals into concrete research initiatives."
Measurable
Move the metric this drives from ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩.
Achievable
Scoped to this level's jfm complexity/problem-solving rubric: "Resolves strategic, multi-program issues that could jeopardize business activities; translates high-level goals into concrete initiatives and resolves trade-offs across departments."
Relevant
Advances the R&D Program & Project Management · R&D Management mandate for a M4 — Director.
Time-bound
⟨date⟩

JFM responsibility (M4)

Establishes technology roadmaps and drives product development toward profitable new business, defining how programs are scoped and prioritized.

Specific
Deliver: "Establishes technology roadmaps and drives product development toward profitable new business, defining how programs are scoped and prioritized."
Measurable
Move the metric this drives from ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩.
Achievable
Scoped to this level's jfm complexity/problem-solving rubric: "Resolves strategic, multi-program issues that could jeopardize business activities; translates high-level goals into concrete initiatives and resolves trade-offs across departments."
Relevant
Advances the R&D Program & Project Management · R&D Management mandate for a M4 — Director.
Time-bound
⟨date⟩

JFM responsibility (M4)

Supervises R&D managers and personnel including performing annual performance reviews, operating at mid-to-senior management level between technical contributors and executive leadership.

Specific
Deliver: "Supervises R&D managers and personnel including performing annual performance reviews, operating at mid-to-senior management level between technical contributors and executive leadership."
Measurable
Move the metric this drives from ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩.
Achievable
Scoped to this level's jfm complexity/problem-solving rubric: "Resolves strategic, multi-program issues that could jeopardize business activities; translates high-level goals into concrete initiatives and resolves trade-offs across departments."
Relevant
Advances the R&D Program & Project Management · R&D Management mandate for a M4 — Director.
Time-bound
⟨date⟩

JFM responsibility (M4)

Engages senior leaders on functional strategy, escalating cross-program issues that could jeopardize business activities and defending resource and prioritization decisions.

Specific
Deliver: "Engages senior leaders on functional strategy, escalating cross-program issues that could jeopardize business activities and defending resource and prioritization decisions."
Measurable
Move the metric this drives from ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩.
Achievable
Scoped to this level's jfm complexity/problem-solving rubric: "Resolves strategic, multi-program issues that could jeopardize business activities; translates high-level goals into concrete initiatives and resolves trade-offs across departments."
Relevant
Advances the R&D Program & Project Management · R&D Management mandate for a M4 — Director.
Time-bound
⟨date⟩

JFM responsibility (M4)

Ensures regulatory compliance and traceability is maintained across the programs under oversight, particularly in regulated industries, embedding it into delivery and review standards.

Specific
Deliver: "Ensures regulatory compliance and traceability is maintained across the programs under oversight, particularly in regulated industries, embedding it into delivery and review standards."
Measurable
Move the metric this drives from ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩.
Achievable
Scoped to this level's jfm complexity/problem-solving rubric: "Resolves strategic, multi-program issues that could jeopardize business activities; translates high-level goals into concrete initiatives and resolves trade-offs across departments."
Relevant
Advances the R&D Program & Project Management · R&D Management mandate for a M4 — Director.
Time-bound
⟨date⟩
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1. Oversees multiple R&D departments or a critical program function, aligning project portfolios with business objectives and translating high-level goals into concrete research initiatives.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
   Specific:    Deliver: "Oversees multiple R&D departments or a critical program function, aligning project portfolios with business objectives and translating high-level goals into concrete research initiatives."
   Measurable:  Move the metric this drives from ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩.
   Achievable:  Scoped to this level's jfm complexity/problem-solving rubric: "Resolves strategic, multi-program issues that could jeopardize business activities; translates high-level goals into concrete initiatives and resolves trade-offs across departments."
   Relevant:    Advances the R&D Program & Project Management · R&D Management mandate for a M4 — Director.
   Time-bound:  ⟨date⟩

2. Establishes technology roadmaps and drives product development toward profitable new business, defining how programs are scoped and prioritized.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
   Specific:    Deliver: "Establishes technology roadmaps and drives product development toward profitable new business, defining how programs are scoped and prioritized."
   Measurable:  Move the metric this drives from ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩.
   Achievable:  Scoped to this level's jfm complexity/problem-solving rubric: "Resolves strategic, multi-program issues that could jeopardize business activities; translates high-level goals into concrete initiatives and resolves trade-offs across departments."
   Relevant:    Advances the R&D Program & Project Management · R&D Management mandate for a M4 — Director.
   Time-bound:  ⟨date⟩

3. Supervises R&D managers and personnel including performing annual performance reviews, operating at mid-to-senior management level between technical contributors and executive leadership.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
   Specific:    Deliver: "Supervises R&D managers and personnel including performing annual performance reviews, operating at mid-to-senior management level between technical contributors and executive leadership."
   Measurable:  Move the metric this drives from ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩.
   Achievable:  Scoped to this level's jfm complexity/problem-solving rubric: "Resolves strategic, multi-program issues that could jeopardize business activities; translates high-level goals into concrete initiatives and resolves trade-offs across departments."
   Relevant:    Advances the R&D Program & Project Management · R&D Management mandate for a M4 — Director.
   Time-bound:  ⟨date⟩

4. Engages senior leaders on functional strategy, escalating cross-program issues that could jeopardize business activities and defending resource and prioritization decisions.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
   Specific:    Deliver: "Engages senior leaders on functional strategy, escalating cross-program issues that could jeopardize business activities and defending resource and prioritization decisions."
   Measurable:  Move the metric this drives from ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩.
   Achievable:  Scoped to this level's jfm complexity/problem-solving rubric: "Resolves strategic, multi-program issues that could jeopardize business activities; translates high-level goals into concrete initiatives and resolves trade-offs across departments."
   Relevant:    Advances the R&D Program & Project Management · R&D Management mandate for a M4 — Director.
   Time-bound:  ⟨date⟩

5. Ensures regulatory compliance and traceability is maintained across the programs under oversight, particularly in regulated industries, embedding it into delivery and review standards.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
   Specific:    Deliver: "Ensures regulatory compliance and traceability is maintained across the programs under oversight, particularly in regulated industries, embedding it into delivery and review standards."
   Measurable:  Move the metric this drives from ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩.
   Achievable:  Scoped to this level's jfm complexity/problem-solving rubric: "Resolves strategic, multi-program issues that could jeopardize business activities; translates high-level goals into concrete initiatives and resolves trade-offs across departments."
   Relevant:    Advances the R&D Program & Project Management · R&D Management mandate for a M4 — Director.
   Time-bound:  ⟨date⟩

OKRs

Objectives from this level's core outputs; key results only where a real dimension or capability backs them.

JFM responsibility (M4)

Oversees multiple R&D departments or a critical program function, aligning project portfolios with business objectives and translating high-level goals into concrete research initiatives.

  • From ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩ — tied to: "Oversees multiple R&D departments or a critical program function, aligning project portfolios with business objectives and translating high-level goals into concrete research initiatives."
  • Evidence at this level's scope bar: "A function or department" — ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩

JFM responsibility (M4)

Establishes technology roadmaps and drives product development toward profitable new business, defining how programs are scoped and prioritized.

  • From ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩ — tied to: "Establishes technology roadmaps and drives product development toward profitable new business, defining how programs are scoped and prioritized."
  • Evidence at this level's autonomy bar: "Owns area strategy and budget" — ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩

JFM responsibility (M4)

Supervises R&D managers and personnel including performing annual performance reviews, operating at mid-to-senior management level between technical contributors and executive leadership.

  • From ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩ — tied to: "Supervises R&D managers and personnel including performing annual performance reviews, operating at mid-to-senior management level between technical contributors and executive leadership."
  • Evidence at this level's complexity bar: "Strategic priorities and cross-functional alignment" — ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩

JFM responsibility (M4)

Engages senior leaders on functional strategy, escalating cross-program issues that could jeopardize business activities and defending resource and prioritization decisions.

  • From ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩ — tied to: "Engages senior leaders on functional strategy, escalating cross-program issues that could jeopardize business activities and defending resource and prioritization decisions."
  • Evidence at this level's impact bar: "Function-level results" — ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩

JFM responsibility (M4)

Ensures regulatory compliance and traceability is maintained across the programs under oversight, particularly in regulated industries, embedding it into delivery and review standards.

  • From ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩ — tied to: "Ensures regulatory compliance and traceability is maintained across the programs under oversight, particularly in regulated industries, embedding it into delivery and review standards."
  • Evidence at this level's decision rights bar: "Owns strategy, budget, and org design for the area" — ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩
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Objective 1: Oversees multiple R&D departments or a critical program function, aligning project portfolios with business objectives and translating high-level goals into concrete research initiatives.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
  KR1. From ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩ — tied to: "Oversees multiple R&D departments or a critical program function, aligning project portfolios with business objectives and translating high-level goals into concrete research initiatives."
  KR2. Evidence at this level's scope bar: "A function or department" — ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩

Objective 2: Establishes technology roadmaps and drives product development toward profitable new business, defining how programs are scoped and prioritized.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
  KR1. From ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩ — tied to: "Establishes technology roadmaps and drives product development toward profitable new business, defining how programs are scoped and prioritized."
  KR2. Evidence at this level's autonomy bar: "Owns area strategy and budget" — ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩

Objective 3: Supervises R&D managers and personnel including performing annual performance reviews, operating at mid-to-senior management level between technical contributors and executive leadership.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
  KR1. From ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩ — tied to: "Supervises R&D managers and personnel including performing annual performance reviews, operating at mid-to-senior management level between technical contributors and executive leadership."
  KR2. Evidence at this level's complexity bar: "Strategic priorities and cross-functional alignment" — ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩

Objective 4: Engages senior leaders on functional strategy, escalating cross-program issues that could jeopardize business activities and defending resource and prioritization decisions.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
  KR1. From ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩ — tied to: "Engages senior leaders on functional strategy, escalating cross-program issues that could jeopardize business activities and defending resource and prioritization decisions."
  KR2. Evidence at this level's impact bar: "Function-level results" — ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩

Objective 5: Ensures regulatory compliance and traceability is maintained across the programs under oversight, particularly in regulated industries, embedding it into delivery and review standards.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
  KR1. From ⟨baseline⟩ to ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩ — tied to: "Ensures regulatory compliance and traceability is maintained across the programs under oversight, particularly in regulated industries, embedding it into delivery and review standards."
  KR2. Evidence at this level's decision rights bar: "Owns strategy, budget, and org design for the area" — ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩

MBO areas

Key result areas from this level's responsibilities, each with a standard grounded in the canon leveling rubric where one exists.

AreaStandardTargetDue
Oversees multiple R&D departments or a critical program function, aligning project portfolios with business objectives and translating high-level goals into concrete research initiatives.Consistent with this level's jfm knowledge-application rubric: "Sets strategic policies for the programs under oversight, aligning multiple departments' roadmaps with business objectives and embedding regulatory compliance into delivery standards."⟨target⟩⟨date⟩
Establishes technology roadmaps and drives product development toward profitable new business, defining how programs are scoped and prioritized.Consistent with this level's jfm knowledge-application rubric: "Sets strategic policies for the programs under oversight, aligning multiple departments' roadmaps with business objectives and embedding regulatory compliance into delivery standards."⟨target⟩⟨date⟩
Supervises R&D managers and personnel including performing annual performance reviews, operating at mid-to-senior management level between technical contributors and executive leadership.Consistent with this level's jfm knowledge-application rubric: "Sets strategic policies for the programs under oversight, aligning multiple departments' roadmaps with business objectives and embedding regulatory compliance into delivery standards."⟨target⟩⟨date⟩
Engages senior leaders on functional strategy, escalating cross-program issues that could jeopardize business activities and defending resource and prioritization decisions.Consistent with this level's jfm knowledge-application rubric: "Sets strategic policies for the programs under oversight, aligning multiple departments' roadmaps with business objectives and embedding regulatory compliance into delivery standards."⟨target⟩⟨date⟩
Ensures regulatory compliance and traceability is maintained across the programs under oversight, particularly in regulated industries, embedding it into delivery and review standards.Consistent with this level's jfm knowledge-application rubric: "Sets strategic policies for the programs under oversight, aligning multiple departments' roadmaps with business objectives and embedding regulatory compliance into delivery standards."⟨target⟩⟨date⟩
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1. Area: Oversees multiple R&D departments or a critical program function, aligning project portfolios with business objectives and translating high-level goals into concrete research initiatives.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4) — reused, no distinct responsibility content]
   Standard: Consistent with this level's jfm knowledge-application rubric: "Sets strategic policies for the programs under oversight, aligning multiple departments' roadmaps with business objectives and embedding regulatory compliance into delivery standards."
   Target:   ⟨target⟩   Due: ⟨date⟩

2. Area: Establishes technology roadmaps and drives product development toward profitable new business, defining how programs are scoped and prioritized.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4) — reused, no distinct responsibility content]
   Standard: Consistent with this level's jfm knowledge-application rubric: "Sets strategic policies for the programs under oversight, aligning multiple departments' roadmaps with business objectives and embedding regulatory compliance into delivery standards."
   Target:   ⟨target⟩   Due: ⟨date⟩

3. Area: Supervises R&D managers and personnel including performing annual performance reviews, operating at mid-to-senior management level between technical contributors and executive leadership.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4) — reused, no distinct responsibility content]
   Standard: Consistent with this level's jfm knowledge-application rubric: "Sets strategic policies for the programs under oversight, aligning multiple departments' roadmaps with business objectives and embedding regulatory compliance into delivery standards."
   Target:   ⟨target⟩   Due: ⟨date⟩

4. Area: Engages senior leaders on functional strategy, escalating cross-program issues that could jeopardize business activities and defending resource and prioritization decisions.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4) — reused, no distinct responsibility content]
   Standard: Consistent with this level's jfm knowledge-application rubric: "Sets strategic policies for the programs under oversight, aligning multiple departments' roadmaps with business objectives and embedding regulatory compliance into delivery standards."
   Target:   ⟨target⟩   Due: ⟨date⟩

5. Area: Ensures regulatory compliance and traceability is maintained across the programs under oversight, particularly in regulated industries, embedding it into delivery and review standards.  [source: JFM responsibility (M4) — reused, no distinct responsibility content]
   Standard: Consistent with this level's jfm knowledge-application rubric: "Sets strategic policies for the programs under oversight, aligning multiple departments' roadmaps with business objectives and embedding regulatory compliance into delivery standards."
   Target:   ⟨target⟩   Due: ⟨date⟩

Scorecard

Only perspectives with real canon backing are shown — no Financial or Customer perspective, since nothing in the canon grounds business-financial or customer measures for a role alone.

Internal process

  • "Oversees multiple R&D departments or a critical program function, aligning project portfolios with business objectives and translating high-level goals into concrete research initiatives."→ ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩
  • "Establishes technology roadmaps and drives product development toward profitable new business, defining how programs are scoped and prioritized."→ ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩
  • "Supervises R&D managers and personnel including performing annual performance reviews, operating at mid-to-senior management level between technical contributors and executive leadership."→ ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩
  • "Engages senior leaders on functional strategy, escalating cross-program issues that could jeopardize business activities and defending resource and prioritization decisions."→ ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩
  • "Ensures regulatory compliance and traceability is maintained across the programs under oversight, particularly in regulated industries, embedding it into delivery and review standards."→ ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩

Role calibration

  • Meets the scope bar: "A function or department"→ ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩
  • Meets the autonomy bar: "Owns area strategy and budget"→ ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩
  • Meets the complexity bar: "Strategic priorities and cross-functional alignment"→ ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩
  • Meets the impact bar: "Function-level results"→ ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩
  • Meets the decision rights bar: "Owns strategy, budget, and org design for the area"→ ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩
  • Meets the leadership bar: "Leads managers; sets direction for the function"→ ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩
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Internal process
  - "Oversees multiple R&D departments or a critical program function, aligning project portfolios with business objectives and translating high-level goals into concrete research initiatives."  →  ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩   [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
  - "Establishes technology roadmaps and drives product development toward profitable new business, defining how programs are scoped and prioritized."  →  ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩   [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
  - "Supervises R&D managers and personnel including performing annual performance reviews, operating at mid-to-senior management level between technical contributors and executive leadership."  →  ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩   [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
  - "Engages senior leaders on functional strategy, escalating cross-program issues that could jeopardize business activities and defending resource and prioritization decisions."  →  ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩   [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]
  - "Ensures regulatory compliance and traceability is maintained across the programs under oversight, particularly in regulated industries, embedding it into delivery and review standards."  →  ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩   [source: JFM responsibility (M4)]

Role calibration
  - Meets the scope bar: "A function or department"  →  ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩   [source: level dimension (Scope)]
  - Meets the autonomy bar: "Owns area strategy and budget"  →  ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩   [source: level dimension (Autonomy)]
  - Meets the complexity bar: "Strategic priorities and cross-functional alignment"  →  ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩   [source: level dimension (Complexity)]
  - Meets the impact bar: "Function-level results"  →  ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩   [source: level dimension (Impact)]
  - Meets the decision rights bar: "Owns strategy, budget, and org design for the area"  →  ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩   [source: level dimension (Decision rights)]
  - Meets the leadership bar: "Leads managers; sets direction for the function"  →  ⟨target⟩ by ⟨date⟩   [source: level dimension (Leadership)]