Project Manager

Organization Overview

The National Institute for Children’s Health Quality (NICHQ) is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to driving dramatic and sustainable improvements in the complex issues facing children’s health. We provide deep expertise in building and managing effective change strategies that align partners and engage participants to achieve better outcomes for children’s health. At the heart of what motivates us is the belief that children and families deserve better systems and supports so that every child achieves their optimal health. Because of this belief, addressing social determinants of health, eliminating health disparities, and achieving equity are central to our mission. We believe that by creating a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion, we will similarly foster greater strength and resilience within and beyond the organization.

Position Overview

NICHQ is currently recruiting an energetic, organized Project Manager to be responsible for the day-to-day interaction and management of specific activities within a project or multiple projects.  

Summary

• Salary: $65,000
• Career Level: Intermediate or Mid-level  
• Status: Full Time, Exempt Employee, US Based Remote 
• Education: Master's degree in Public Health or related field preferred and 2-4 years of experience managing projects. Equivalent relevant experience may be substituted for education.  

Position Responsibilities May Include

• Administrative 
• Documenting project meetings (internal and external) including notetaking and next steps. 
• Managing calendar for project team or individuals including scheduling meetings and events
• Managing subcontracts and invoicing, as requested
• Other tasks as requested
• Project Management
• Building and manages project work plans
• Managing day to day project tasks and deliverables to ensure project is on track to meet deadlines 
• Assisting with project related reporting
• Assisting with virtual or live project related events
• Elevating concerns regarding scope, timelines, or deliverables to project leadership and revises work plan, as needed
• May provide day to day management of external customers, vendors and/or internal support departments that are contributing to the project
• Other responsibilities as directed

Qualifications

1. Strong proficiency with office systems, computers, and MS Office Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Webex)
2. Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate, and/or willingness to learn and practice sharing, sensitive information with a variety of partners in a tactful manner  
3. Skilled multi-tasker who can prioritize tasks, work with oversight and autonomously, establish work-related timelines, and meet deadlines
4. Has strong organization and time management skills, meticulous attention to detail across varied tasks, and can generate solutions to issues as they arise
5. Works well in a team environment and has a customer service orientation, including demonstrated skill and experience in relationship management- both internally and externally

1. Highly flexible and adjustable
2. Demonstrates appreciation for diversity, equity, and inclusion
3. Experience coordinating and managing in-person and virtual events strongly preferred

1. Experience in or knowledge of public health- especially maternal and child health, health care or related systems strongly preferred

1. Master's degree in public health or related field preferred and 2-4 years of experience managing projects. Equivalent relevant experience may be substituted for education.  

1. Strong interest in ongoing professional development and growth
2. Demonstrates understanding of project methodologies and/or subject matter (e.g., quality improvement, collaborative learning, health equity, children and youth with special health care needs) and can manage the frameworks in a high-quality way
3. Works independently and capable of making thoughtful decisions
4. Problem-solving skills, ability to think quickly and implement plans/structure for accomplishing work

Benefits

NICHQ offers a generous benefits package for employees including competitive compensation; remote work; paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays; insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability and life; 403b, flexible spending accounts; employee assistance programs; paid parental leave and professional development benefits.

NICHQ is committed to increasing the representation of people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in our workforce and to value and embrace their skills, perspectives and experiences for the benefit of our mission. NICHQ is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. NICHQ strongly encourages applications from candidates who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, or from any other minoritized group.