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Project Bread · 1 month ago

Project Manager, Development & Communications

East Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$68K/yr - $72K/yr

3+ years exp

Project Bread is an organization dedicated to connecting communities in Massachusetts to reliable food sources while advocating for food accessibility policies. They are seeking a Project Manager to support the Chief Advancement Officer and the Development & Communications team by coordinating projects, improving departmental systems, and ensuring effective execution of fundraising and communications efforts.

Education

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Manage the CAO’s calendar and scheduling and support daily workflow; anticipate needs and adjust priorities as needed

Draft and coordinate internal and external communications on behalf of the CAO

Support the preparation for internal and external meetings, such as creating agendas, presentations and briefing materials and managing event logistics

Support communication between CAO and the Executive Team, maintain alignment on priorities and objectives, so as to support CAO in strategic decision making

Manage expense reports, invoices, and other administrative tasks to support smooth departmental operations

Lead or support special projects that advance Development & Communication’s team goals, coordinating contributors, timelines, and deliverables

Work cross-functionally across departments to ensure smooth execution, problem-solve barriers, and keep projects moving forward. Serve as a connector between the CAO and Development and Communications teams, supporting prioritization, communication flow, and decision-making

Facilitate the creation of the quarterly Board memo, soliciting and synthesizing content from the Development & Communications Team

Support annual department planning, coordinating the development of goals, budget, and work plans, and tracking progress throughout the year

Coordinate department meetings and annual department retreat, including managing scheduling and logistics, creating agendas, and supporting facilitation

Maintain and improve departmental processes to support collaboration, track follow-up items and deadlines

Perform other duties as assigned to support the smooth operation of the Development and Communications team

Support the annual Walk for Hunger, including working as event staff the weekend of the Walk (first weekend in May), and attending pre-Walk events as assigned

Participate in organization-wide events and meetings

Act to promote, sustain, and grow Project Bread’s positive, productive, and inclusive working environment

Qualification

Executive SupportNonprofit CommunicationsProject ManagementMicrosoft SuiteAsanaRaiser’s EdgeWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationRelationship BuildingAdaptability

Required

Personal commitment to solving hunger in Massachusetts

3+ years of professional experience in executive support, nonprofit communications and development, project management, or similar role

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience drafting correspondence and preparing materials and presentations

Proven ability to manage complex scheduling, priorities, and competing deadlines with attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to give and receive timely feedback

Skilled in the use of technology, including Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint), Asana, and Raiser's Edge, and able to learn and adapt to new systems

Organized and Independent: Demonstrates an innate attention to detail that keeps yourself and others organized. A confident, self-starter that finds joy in managing projects that require strategic multi-tasking and prioritization

Relationship Builder and Collaborator: Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, with professionalism, positivity, and discretion, in a highly visible role. Builds trust and credibility with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, including colleagues, donors, and community partners. Cultivates strong, collaborative internal relationships, knowing how to identify and engage the right people to achieve work outcomes

Strategic and Adaptable: Successfully adapts to changes and brainstorms solutions to help Project Bread's development and communications initiatives meet strategic objectives