Project Manager - Partnerships and Engagement
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to join our dynamic corporate partnerships and engagement team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating a range of projects designated by Scouting America that align with our mission to make a difference in the community. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in marketing, campaigns, and events project management and demonstrates strong leadership capabilities.
As a Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for managing all aspects of assigned projects and initiatives and be the single point of contact for projects. You will be tasked with ensuring that all projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. You will work closely with diverse stakeholders including staff, volunteers, and partner organizations, facilitating meetings and collaboration, ensuring effective communication across all levels. Your ability to inspire and manage teams will be essential as you guide project development from conception through to execution. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in evaluating project success and identifying opportunities for improvement. If you are passionate about driving social change and have the skills to bring projects to fruition, we invite you to apply and join our committed team. This position reports to the National Director of Corporate Partnerships and Engagement.
Responsibilities
• Establishes and implements processes and methodologies to ensure projects and initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, adhere to quality standards and meet customer expectations.
• Responsible for support and administration of all projects and initiatives. May oversee the work of vendors, contractors, consultants and other external personnel and resources related to the assigned project or initiative.
• Monitors project scope, cost, schedule, and quality performance.
• Builds project Work Breakdown Structures, project schedules, budgets, and identifies resources needed.
• Compiles project documents such as charters, scope statements, budgets, project return on investment (ROI) reports, status reports, etc.
• Responsible for professional analysis and reports on project performance to the project team, owners, sponsors, and management. Anticipates, reports and resolves a range of straightforward problems.
• Works collaboratively to investigate alternative solutions and determines the best course of action. Develops a project plan and secures agreement of project team and key stakeholders.
• Defines business problems or needs, project requirements, and deliverables for medium to large projects.
• Supports corporate partnerships and engagement associates and leadership in client recruitment and retention efforts and the execution of events by attending meetings and travelling as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Competencies
• Knowledge of: Project planning tools. Project methodologies and the principles, methods, and practices of project management. Contract policies and procedures.
• Skill in: Business acumen and strategic thinking to complement strong tactical execution skills. Presenting ideas, collaborating effectively, and influencing all levels of the organization. Exercising sound judgement, tact, and diplomacy. Resolving conflicts and difficult situations. Communicating in oral or written format to a variety of audiences, including public presentations.
• Ability to: Perform all facets of projects with little or no supervision; quickly and successfully embrace change and respond effectively.
Qualifications
• 5 years of project management experience, working independently in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholder groups.
• Familiarity or experience with Scouting, its mission and values, and relevant programs and events.
• Must pass a criminal history background check.
Licenses
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.
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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to join our dynamic corporate partnerships and engagement team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating a range of projects designated by Scouting America that align with our mission to make a difference in the community. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in marketing, campaigns, and events project management and demonstrates strong leadership capabilities.
As a Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for managing all aspects of assigned projects and initiatives and be the single point of contact for projects. You will be tasked with ensuring that all projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. You will work closely with diverse stakeholders including staff, volunteers, and partner organizations, facilitating meetings and collaboration, ensuring effective communication across all levels. Your ability to inspire and manage teams will be essential as you guide project development from conception through to execution. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in evaluating project success and identifying opportunities for improvement. If you are passionate about driving social change and have the skills to bring projects to fruition, we invite you to apply and join our committed team. This position reports to the National Director of Corporate Partnerships and Engagement.
Responsibilities
• Establishes and implements processes and methodologies to ensure projects and initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, adhere to quality standards and meet customer expectations.
• Responsible for support and administration of all projects and initiatives. May oversee the work of vendors, contractors, consultants and other external personnel and resources related to the assigned project or initiative.
• Monitors project scope, cost, schedule, and quality performance.
• Builds project Work Breakdown Structures, project schedules, budgets, and identifies resources needed.
• Compiles project documents such as charters, scope statements, budgets, project return on investment (ROI) reports, status reports, etc.
• Responsible for professional analysis and reports on project performance to the project team, owners, sponsors, and management. Anticipates, reports and resolves a range of straightforward problems.
• Works collaboratively to investigate alternative solutions and determines the best course of action. Develops a project plan and secures agreement of project team and key stakeholders.
• Defines business problems or needs, project requirements, and deliverables for medium to large projects.
• Supports corporate partnerships and engagement associates and leadership in client recruitment and retention efforts and the execution of events by attending meetings and travelling as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Competencies
• Knowledge of: Project planning tools. Project methodologies and the principles, methods, and practices of project management. Contract policies and procedures.
• Skill in: Business acumen and strategic thinking to complement strong tactical execution skills. Presenting ideas, collaborating effectively, and influencing all levels of the organization. Exercising sound judgement, tact, and diplomacy. Resolving conflicts and difficult situations. Communicating in oral or written format to a variety of audiences, including public presentations.
• Ability to: Perform all facets of projects with little or no supervision; quickly and successfully embrace change and respond effectively.
Qualifications
• 5 years of project management experience, working independently in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholder groups.
• Familiarity or experience with Scouting, its mission and values, and relevant programs and events.
• Must pass a criminal history background check.
Licenses
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.
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