Job Summary
About Susan G. Komen:
Susan G. Komen brings a 100% virtual working environment, and you can work anywhere within the U.S. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach, and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease.
Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment, and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It's encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!
What You'll Be Doing in the role of Project Manager, Mission Operations:
The Project Manager, Mission Operations is a member of the Mission Operations team within Komen's Mission division. The Project Manager will manage multiple projects in the Mission Operations department including, but not limited to projects that involve information technology, legal, finance, administrative process improvement, and strategic initiatives.
What You Will Bring to the Table:
The primary responsibility of the Project Manager, Mission Operations is to support Susan G. Komen in achieving our overall Vision and Mission by managing projects that support Mission programs. This responsibility includes but is not limited to the following functions:
Apply project management expertise to all aspects of the Komen's Mission Operations department.
Develop project strategy and deliverables, create project plans and tactical action plans, implement solutions, and achieve measurable project results.
Develop schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and budgets.
Set and monitor deadlines, ensure completion of deliverables, and alert team of pending due dates and delinquencies.
Schedules regular team meetings to drive projects forward and to provide status reports to program stakeholders.
Utilize and manage project management technologies and tools to administer projects actively and effectively (including, but not limited to, Asana, Excel, SharePoint, Jira).
Work collaboratively with Mission staff and across Komen departments to develop and implement solutions that support the needs of the mission division.
Perform a broad range of administrative activities including scheduling and meeting planning, document creation, communications, travel arrangements, minutes, presentations, and other logistical functions. Make independent decisions within established guidelines to provide support with administrative functions.
Partner with Komen Evaluation Team to develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and measurable outcomes for Mission Operations projects with a focus on measuring the progress on achieving milestones and the overall impact of the project.
Promote an organizational culture that values strategy, planning, collaboration within mission and across Komen, trust, commitment to the mission, and professional and organizational growth.
All other duties as assigned.
We Already Know You Will Also Have:
At least 5 years of project management experience
High level of computer/technical skills (MSOffice, Project Management Systems, familiarity with EHR, Client Management and Financial Management Systems).
Experience in strategic planning, and in implementing strategic priorities.
Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of processes and programs, and ability to implement improvements.
Overall work experience 5 - 7 years
Bachelor's Degree: Business, Public Administration, Communications, Non-Profit Management.
Preferred experience includes:
PMP Project Management Certification (strongly preferred)
Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written; experience in researching, developing, presenting, and promoting projects; work independently; think creatively; prioritize work and meet deadlines.
So what's in it for you?
Komen believes in the importance of taking care of our employees so that in turn they can be committed to supporting our critical mission to support those impacted by breast cancer and to help find cures. That is what Komen provides away from the computer:
Competitive salary $46K - $65K, exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Health, dental, vision and a retirement plan with a 6% employer match
Generous Paid Time Off Plan
Flexible work arrangement in a fully remote working environment
Bi-weekly work from home stipend
Parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
A culture of learning and development
And so much more!
Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all its employment practices for persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation. Additionally, we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective, and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.
