Note: This job is primarily remote, with 10% travel required. Starting salary range of $45.00 - $50.00 per hour. Salary range is based on Washington, D.C./DMV area. Compensation will be adjusted for other geographic locations.

This position is a temporary assignment expected to last 9 months. Because this is a short-term, temporary role, it is not eligible for company-sponsored employee benefits, including health insurance, paid vacation, or retirement plans, except as required by federal, state, or local law (i.e., statutory sick leave). The position is eligible for company-paid holidays.

The Project Manager supports the strategic priorities of the Council on Foundations’ Executive Office and works closely with the President and CEO. This is a fixed term (9 months, with the opportunity for extension) temporary position that will help backfill during planned team members' leaves. The Project Manager provides direct support for executive communications and board engagement to enable leadership success. The Project Manager will also provide flexible capacity for projects originating from the Executive Office. 

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Executive Support (60%)

• Support communications originating from the Executive Office, including developing initial drafts of talking points and emails on behalf of the President & CEO.
• Partner with Executive Office Associate to ensure the President & CEO’s priorities are reflected in the team’s work and she is prepared for all internal and external engagements.
• Support the President & CEO with discrete projects related to the Board of Directors.
• Staff the Executive Advisor program, which may include coordinating internally amongst teams working with Executive Advisors and supporting EAs with stakeholder engagement, communications, and logistics as needed.
• Support President & CEO and Executive Vice President during periods of transition around staff member leaves as needed.

Project Management (40%)

• Manage a variety of projects that advance the priorities of the President and CEO in coordination with both internal stakeholders and external members and partners.
• Contribute to overarching organizational goals by participating in cross-functional working groups.