Senior Project Manager

Core responsibilities:

• Work with colleagues to lead the development and documentation of processes, procedures, tracking tools, dashboards and other systems improvements to help the team support PRI in reaching its strategic goals
• Perform the full range of the project management life cycle (initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing) for the team and ensure the projects are aligned to the strategic initiatives of PRI
• Coordinate multiple people around multiple projects, which includes communicating project goals, setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, and monitoring and summarizing the progress of projects by analyzing data and preparing status reports
• Research and recommend to VP areas for organizational growth, efficiency and improvement

This role supports the organization's mission that All Rural Students Succeed by managing projects that improve educational outcomes and opportunities for children in rural communities, particularly in Appalachia where PRI has worked for 25 years.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, education, technology or related field preferred
• Minimum of five plus years of experience managing complex and varied projects through the PM life cycle from initiation, to implementation, through evaluation
• Demonstrated experience with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practice
• Professional Management Professional (PMP) certification a plus
• Valid driver's license and ability to successfully complete pre-employment background check

Compensation and work arrangements:

• Remote work considered with periodic travel required
• Normal business hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET
• In-office, hybrid and/or remote work possibilities
• May include evening and/or weekend hours based on organizational needs

Partners for Rural Impact's ultimate goal is for an America where all kids are successful, regardless of zip code, income, background, or ability. The organization focuses on ensuring that all children in rural places achieve success, born out of their 25-year place-based partnership in Appalachia.