Head of Programme Management

Axis is a Christ-centered organization dedicated to helping parents shape their youth religiously. The organization is grounded in the research that parents are the most significant influence on their children's spiritual lives and that 91% of the total time parents spend with their children occurs before the age of 18. Axis equips parents to have meaningful conversations with their youth, which has been shown to lead to positive behavioral change.

Axis is searching for a highly organized and mission-aligned Project Manager who is passionate about bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to the work that equips parents to disciple millions of teenagers. This role sits at the intersection of digital content production and fundraising - two of the most critical engines that fuel Axis' reach and impact.

The Project Manager will serve as the connective tissue across cross-functional teams , ensuring that content campaigns and fundraising initiatives move from idea to execution with excellence and on time. They will bring both relational intelligence and operational precision to a fast-moving, mission-driven environment.

Own end-to-end project management of digital content production campaigns and fundraising initiatives as determined by the Leadership Team and Director of Projects - from kickoff through delivery and post-project review

Build and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and status reports that keep teams informed and accountable

com boards for each project you are managing, influencing team members to use it regularly

Interview stakeholders and write Project Charters and Closeout Reports to ensure clarity and future organizational knowledge

Lead cross-functional project teams - including content creators, designers, advancement team members, and digital producers - without direct authority , fostering collaboration and shared ownership

Facilitate a high volume of effective project meetings per week with clear agendas, documented decisions, and assigned action items

Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, providing proactive and transparent communication

Partner closely with all relevant stakeholders to align project execution with campaign goals , donor audience strategy, messaging priorities, and other relevant context

Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and blockers - and drive resolution with tenacity before they impact delivery

Support the Project Management Department in strengthening and professionalizing project workflows and processes across Axis

Along with the Director of Projects, integrate EOS/Traction throughout Axis (including Rocks and Scorecards)

With the support of the Director of Projects, coach, develop, and shape quarterly goal-setting (Rocks) throughout Axis for each department and individual

Active, personal faith in Jesus Christ is required for this role. Axis is a Christian ministry, and all team members are expected to align with and affirm Axis' Statement of Faith

Set a professional development goal each quarter to continue growing in the field of project management, including pursuing a PM certification (e.g. PMP)

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Business, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)

• 2-3 years of proven project management experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing deadlines, with the ability to anticipate needs and proactively solve problems
• Leadership skills and experience (including leading up, and leading through influence, building buy-in without direct authority)
• Proficiency in project management tools and technology (Monday.com, Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, Slack, etc.) with the ability to independently learn new platforms
• Willing to pursue project management certifications to increase effectiveness (e.g. PMP)

Experience managing digital media production or content creation sprints, with a working understanding of creative workflows and production timelines

PM certification (PMP, CAPM, or equivalent)

Experience with change management and supporting organizations through professionalization of processes and systems

Active listening training

Health Benefits: Health insurance option available, with voluntary dental and vision options.

Retirement: 3% retirement 403B match option.

Location: Hybrid - 2 required in-office days per week at our Colorado Springs office, with the flexibility to work remotely the remaining days.

Travel: Minimal travel required;