Project Manager

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Position Title: Project Manager
Location: Dallas
Country: United States
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The American Heart Association (AHA) is a leading organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke, with a mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Established over a century ago, the AHA has grown to become a trusted leader in cardiovascular and brain health, operating in numerous countries and employing thousands of individuals. The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that its workforce reflects the communities it serves. The AHA is known for its innovative approaches to health and wellness, and it actively engages in research, education, and advocacy to improve public health outcomes.

Job Overview:
The Project Manager position at the American Heart Association is a pivotal role that involves managing and supporting various projects within the organization. The individual in this role will be responsible for effectively allocating team staff to complete projects and developing the necessary infrastructure, procedures, systems, tools, and templates to enhance the efficiency of the Global Certification staff. This position is designed to help the team build scalable systems and processes that support growth and efficiency. The Project Manager will also play a crucial role in ensuring that project management processes are established and maintained, contributing to the overall success of the organization’s initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Project Manager will perform a variety of project management duties, including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing assigned projects. Responsibilities include establishing and maintaining project management processes and documentation to ensure quality across all projects, managing scopes of work and budgets for both funded and non-funded projects, and developing systems to allocate efforts effectively across all projects. The Project Manager will also collaborate with team leadership to assign projects, develop evaluation plans and budgets for proposals, establish standard operating procedures, and foster trusting relationships with colleagues to support monitoring, evaluation, and learning.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience, along with three years of experience in project management and program evaluation. Excellent organizational skills, project management skills, and attention to detail are essential. Strong oral and written communication skills are required, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and perform well under increased workload is also necessary for this role.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's Degree is required for this position, and equivalent work experience may be considered. The educational background should ideally include coursework or experience related to project management and program evaluation, which are critical for the successful execution of the role's responsibilities.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have at least three years of experience in project management, demonstrating a solid understanding of project management principles and practices. Additionally, three years of experience in program evaluation or relevant academic coursework is required, ensuring that the candidate is well-versed in assessing project outcomes and effectiveness.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication within the organization. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and offers a competitive compensation range of $65,000 to $90,000, depending on experience. The American Heart Association provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, as well as a robust retirement program with employer matching. Employees are also offered paid time off, professional development opportunities, and tuition assistance for further education. The AHA emphasizes work-life harmonization and provides resources to support employee well-being. The position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work arrangements.