Project/Program Coordinator - contract job

Program Coordinator

The Program Coordinator is responsible for ensuring large projects undertaken by OATS are planned, implemented and managed to meet all deliverables and the organization's overall strategic goals. Responsibilities include planning, delivery, and management of a range of tasks and deliverables required to successfully launch and run a collaborative project focused on harnessing technology and partnerships to power financial security for older adults. The Program Coordinator will use existing project management systems while also coming up with innovative methods for bettering the team's organization and structure. They will identify cross-functional dependencies and coordinate the completion of project deliverables across all phases of the project. They will plan and manage project resources, identify gaps, and spearhead procurement efforts when necessary. They will prepare and manage budget documents. They will continually monitor project status and present updates to stakeholders and organization leadership. They will escalate project issues in a timely fashion while working to identify alternatives and impacts. They will serve as a change management agent, supporting the adoption of new tools and processes, and strengthening partnerships across the organization.

Qualifications include 5+ years managing projects or programs or coordinating business services/operations. Demonstrated experience in leading teams and programs to deliver successful outcomes is required. The individual must be flexible and resilient, comfortable with ambiguity, adaptable to a high-change environment and open to new concepts and/or processes. Interpersonal communication skills especially the ability to communicate complex ideas and issues in a simple and straightforward manner is necessary. Knowledge and utilization of project management discipline and best practices is required. Experience working in nonprofit business services/operations is a plus. Strong writing and presentation skills are required. Strong meeting facilitation skills are necessary. Interest in working within nonprofit focused on older adults and social change is required. The position operates in a typical office environment working on a computer at a desk throughout the day. The individual will need to come into the office Tuesday - Thursday. The physical address is: Stella B. Werner Council Office Building 100 Maryland Avenue Rockville, MD 20850.