Project Manager (full-time)
Project Managers at California Forward (CA FWD) support the CEO and organizational leadership in the management and coordination of a suite of programs, initiatives, special projects, and events within CA FWD as well as its partners at the California Stewardship Network. In taking on this role, the Project Manager will support the research, planning, strategy development, and implementation to advance the organization’s strategic priorities. The Project Manager will report to and work generally under the direction of the Executive Director for Program (though individual initiatives may have other leaders), and in coordination with other CA FWD staff, consultants, and partners, to effectively plan and implement specific components of program and project activities. This position will primarily manage CA FWD’s youth leadership development program. This role will also support additional programs and initiatives, including the California Economic Summit and other core assets toward achieving regional and statewide goals.
Specifically, the Project Manager will:
- Oversee the strategic planning, design, and execution of the CA FWD’s youth leadership and development program, including:
- Developing programmatic objectives and strategies that are aligned with the organization’s and partners’ overall goals and values.
- Developing and monitoring relevant budgets and timelines.
- Monitoring and evaluating program effectiveness, and making recommendations for improvements as needed.
- Preparing reports and presentations to communicate progress and outcomes to relevant stakeholders.
- Manage all aspects of the youth leadership and development program, including:
- Annual program recruitment process.
- Implementation of youth leadership development learning and training curriculum activities, including monthly calls and quarterly in-person training sessions.
- Opportunities for program participants to gain professional development experience working on CA FWD programs – or with other strategic partners, including CSN – that align with CA FWD strategic priorities.
- Program participant participation in the planning and implementation of the annual CA FWD Economic Summit, including supporting young leader specific networking events, staffing roles, and programming content that elevates the role of youth leadership in advancing California’s economic agenda to accelerate the shift toward a new California economy that puts sustainability, resilience, and inclusivity at the center.
- Alumni network management and engagement.
- Strategic partnership opportunities with other early and mid-career leadership development programs in California.
- Support the Director of Communications on all program-related media and communication activities, including social media outreach and amplification.
- Support advancement of CA FWD priorities across other program areas, including:
- Developing and refining an individual work plan that complements other staff work plans and is aligned with the mission and goals of the organization.
- Supporting and managing activities in the lead up to and implementation of the organization’s annual conference (the California Economic Summit) and other events.
- Responding to grant opportunities and written requests for proposals.
- Assistance or management of special projects, as assigned.
- Contribute to the development of CA FWD papers, briefs, annual reports, blog posts, and other written pieces, as needed.
- Support and collaborate across CA FWD on special projects, as needed.
- Participate in other organizational meetings and activities, as appropriate.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Honor yourself while honoring your work and the work of others.
Ideal Candidate:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
- At least 4 years’ experience in program management, or related field.
- Youth leadership and professional development program management experience, including setting program-specific learning objectives and outcomes and curriculum design.
- Experience working in the fields of economic development, climate change policy or implementation, public policy, planning, regional governance/collaboration, nonprofit leadership and/or board development, or other related fields (preferred but not required).
- Experience organizing and managing youth leadership activities, including in-person and virtual learning sessions.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent external presentation skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including working in a fully remote team environment.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Detail-oriented, including the ability to manage multiple deliverables simultaneously.
- Proficient in Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, and more), other project management software (e.g. Asana), and Canva or other design software.
- Knowledge of program budget management.
- Ability to work flexible hours as required
- Ability to work in a remote environment.
- Ability to travel within California when necessary, including to quarterly in-person staff retreats and the California Economic Summit.
Location: Remote, CA residency required.
Start date: Ideally, the successful candidate will start January 6, 2025 or earlier.
Salary Range: $70,000 to $80,000 depending on experience. This is an exempt position and includes a generous benefit package.
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