[Remote] Project Manager, Community Partnerships

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is America’s largest voluntary health organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with neuromuscular diseases. They are seeking a Project Manager, Community Partnerships to oversee the implementation of complex projects and fundraising events, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and budget while managing stakeholder engagement and project financials.ResponsibilitiesAccountable for the successful delivery of complex projects through the effective management of solution design/development, project plans, resources, and stakeholder engagementDevelop and maintain comprehensive statements of work that accurately define project scope, activities, deliverables, and timelinesConfirm agreements with partners to meet sponsorship objectives, program specific funding and any business-related documents and work with finance on any contracts, SOW’s and LOA’sEvaluate business requirements to ensure the development of accurate requirements that align with available and appropriate resourcesConvert business objectives into achievable project plans, milestones, and deliverablesAccountable for all project related financials, budgets, and vendor managementDevelop project risk assessments, contingency plans, quality assurance controls, and performance measuresImplement effective frameworks and processes to maintain appropriate operational and organizational support throughout the solution lifecycleProvide effective/timely communication of project planning, status, issues, risks, and financials to key internal and external stakeholdersLead meetings such as daily/weekly updates and planning/reviews/retrospectivesManage project collaboration across all stakeholders, including external vendors and partnersProvide leadership that fosters participant equity and inclusiveness in project development and implementationDevelop and sustain relationships with client stakeholders, external agency partners, project owners, and client management leadershipInteract with senior and executive level management (as needed) regarding project, expected business outcome, contract/ engagement administrationWork closely with clients to obtain the necessary information, budget approvals or data to provide to the agency service teams to produce the workFoster ongoing relationships with registered families, volunteers, committee members, and donorsEnforce delivery excellence and compliance while managing the quality and timeliness to deliver on time, within budget, meet revenue / margin targets and meet contractual obligationsTrack and control assigned project progress and updates of documentation. Keeps an updated high-level dashboard of each project they are responsible for communicating milestones and progress to upper management and stakeholdersAnalyze active projects, project retrospectives, team input, and systems in order to propose improvements to processes/workflows/toolsCoordinate deliveries, distributes documentation related to the new features of each version, and ensures communication with stakeholdersIdentify risk and develop plans for risk mitigationPerform other duties as assignedSkillsBachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required3+ years of experience in project management or similar roles requiredAbility to work across a wide variety of platforms including Better Unite, DonorDrive, Canva, digital, social platforms, and client specific applicationsDemonstrated ability to effectively manage competing priorities and multiple tasks simultaneouslyExtensive experience managing external vendors and working with finance on contract managementStrong written/verbal communication, presentation, and listening skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiencesStrong collaborator with demonstrated success leading diverse, cross-functional teams and fostering a results-focused cultureComprehensive understanding of project risk, financials, and functional/non-functional requirementsBenefitsFor full-time employeesMedical, Dental and Vision insurance with prescription coverageHealth Savings Account with contribution matching and Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and/or dependent carePaid sick leaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)100% contribution towards basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disabilityOptional additional life insurance and dependent life insurance available403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with company matchGenerous paid time off policy, with an increasing accrual rate schedulePaid holidaysStandard 35-hour work week with flexible hoursRemote, work from home opportunitiesProfessional Learning and Development opportunitiesCompany OverviewMuscular Dystrophy Association is the nonprofit health agency dedicated to curing muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related diseases. It was founded in 1950, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.mda.org.