Project manager

About the job

Do you enjoy thinking strategically, leading impactful programs & developing teams? You’re the person we are looking for! Impact Force is a nonprofit working on social behavior change projects with lasting economic impact. We have an international team operating from Europe and Asia, which is growing rapidly and needs an enthusiastic, experienced, digitally aware applicant, who will join us in Ukraine. The ideal candidate is passionate about the nonprofit sector, economic recovery, all things technology, is a creative problem-solver with a proven track record of leading successful international and x-functional projects in non-profit, government areas.

Key responsibilities

• Project planning and management: Developing and managing project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet project goals.
• People management: Developing and coaching internal talent; coordinating project team members and partners to ensure everyone is aligned and working towards the same goals.
• Build a strong and effective ecosystem with direct reports, and keep team members accountable towards company goals.
• Monitoring and evaluation: Monitoring project progress and evaluating project outcomes to ensure the project is meeting its goals and making a positive impact.
• Reporting and communication: Preparing regular progress reports for project stakeholders, including funders, board members, and other key stakeholders, and communicating project updates and successes to external stakeholders.
• Risk management: Identifying and managing project risks, including financial, operational, and reputational risks, to ensure the project is successful.
• Resource allocation: Allocating resources, including staff, and volunteers, to ensure the project has the resources it needs to be successful.
• Partnership development: Developing and maintaining relationships with partners, including other nonprofits, government agencies, and other stakeholders, to ensure the project is successful and has a broad impact.

Key requirements

• Due to an externally facing elements of the role candidate must be based in Ukraine
• Native or bilingual proficiency in English and Ukrainian for both written and spoken skills.
• Experience working in multinational organizations, foundations, nonprofit, CSR departments or government institutions.
• Experience in project management, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
• Experience in people management.
• Deep knowledge of sectors such as human development, philanthropy and fundraising, government and public policy, technology and innovation.
• Work effectively in fast paces, deadline driven environments both as a team member and individually with minimum supervision.
• Ability to influence, negotiate with, and persuade others. Must be flexible and demonstrate strong judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work within international teams across different geographies. Maintain highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality and integrity.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office and project management software.

Desirable

• Proven track record of success in international project management and people management.
• Existing network of international financial organizations and foundations, government institutions, regulatory and academic stakeholders in Ukraine and European Union.
• Experience performing extensive research to ensure your content is backed by facts and figures, and that your copy is robust and meaningful.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunity to expand your network and get connected with representatives of global organizations
• An inclusive and equal working environment.