Project Specialist

About PPL Project for Pride in Living (PPL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income individuals and families to become self-reliant through integrated services in housing, employment, and education. We believe in the power of community and the potential of every person. When joining PPL, you become a part of a diverse team whose goal is to assist our residents and communities with the groundwork they need not only to survive but also to thrive. Job Summary The Project for Pride in Living (PPL) PEX Project Specialist serves as a central driver of execution across the Philanthropy & External Affairs (PEX) team. This role blends project management, advancement operations, and event leadership, to ensure priorities move forward efficiently and on time. This role plays a critical part in supporting PEX senior leadership and advancing key initiatives, including donor engagement efforts, events, campaigns, and strategic efforts such as the Minnesota State Housing Tax Credit (SHTC) program. What You’ll Do Advancement Operations Support (50%) Support execution of donor-related processes, communications, and engagement efforts across the advancement team Serve as a lead coordinator for key initiatives such as the Minnesota State Housing Tax Credit (SHTC) program, including tracking timelines, submissions, donor communications, and internal coordination Provide operational and coordination support for donor events, working in partnership with the Donor Engagement Manager Event Leadership & Execution (30%) Lead planning and execution of PEX events including grand openings, groundbreakings, volunteer appreciation events, recognition events, and community engagements Support donor and fundraising events in partnership with the Donor Engagement Manager, with a focus on execution, logistics, and coordination Support run-of-show development and coordination of speakers and program elements Project Management, Operations & Leadership Support (20%) Lead coordination of PEX-wide systems (e.g., Asana) to support visibility, organization, and consistency across workflows Support tracking and reconciliation of the PEX budget in partnership with CPEX and senior leadership Coordinate quarterly budget reviews and support expense tracking, vendor invoicing, and finance coordination What You Bring Attention to detail and execution excellence Proactive communication and follow-through Proven track record of managing projects and/or events from planning through execution Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholders simultaneously Experience coordinating across teams and influencing without direct authority Experience with budget tracking, logistics, or operational coordination preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana) strongly preferred Education / Experience 3–5 years of experience in project management, nonprofit operations, fundraising, events, or related fields. Why You’ll Love Working at PPL Competitive & Supportive Benefits Health & Dental Insurance Employer‑Paid Short‑ & Long‑Term Disability and Life Insurance Paid Parental Leave HSA or FSA Options Generous PTO & Paid Holidays 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match Work‑Life Balance & Perks Summer Half‑Day Fridays (Memorial Day–Labor Day) Stable schedule with meaningful, mission‑driven work Work that directly supports housing stability and community well‑being Hours Full time, Exempt Salary $54,000-$57,000/annually Project for Pride in Living, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr