Director, Portfolio Management Office

March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We're advocating for policies to protect them. We're working to radically improve the health care they receive. We're pioneering research to find solutions. We're empowering families with programs, knowledge and tools to have healthier pregnancies. By uniting communities, we're building a brighter future for us all.

We are dedicated to hiring a diverse workforce that fosters opportunities for personal and professional development. We provide a collaborative and supportive environment built upon our fundamental core principles where each employee is valued. Join us in the fight for healthy moms and strong babies.

Scope:

Director of Portfolio Management Office (PMO) oversee the project management process within the Mission Department including governance, team leadership, tracking and monitoring, prioritization, communication and quality controls.

Responsibilities:

Governance:

• Develop, implement, and govern project management processes, tools, templates, policies and metrics.
• Monitor compliance with project policies and standards.

Team Leadership:

• Oversee team of project management practitioners to ensure delivery of strategic Mission projects on time, within scope and on budget.
• Coach and mentor project management staff and share knowledge of best practices.
• Set annual performance targets for direct reports and conduct performance reviews.

Tracking and Monitoring:

• Track and provide project status and audit reports.
• Manage the risk, issue and change resolution process, and work with other leaders to take corrective action as needed.
• Ensure contract compliance and reporting to the donors.

Prioritization:

• Provide executive leaders with the information needed to assess and decide which funding proposals are highest potential value, impact and strategic alignment.
• Interface with executive leaders to define project priorities, implementation opportunities, challenges and communicate project risks and opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Four-year college degree or equivalent experience
• Master's degree, preferred
• Proven track record of successful project delivery, an ability to improve project management practices and substantial team leadership experience with a focus on team development.
• Expert‐level knowledge of project and change management, methodologies, techniques, processes
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or PMI certification, highly desired.
• Leadership: Ability to establish and manage a high‐performance team.
• Communication: Adept at effective communication; ensure clear and open communication, reducing misunderstandings and conflicts
• Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changing scenarios and timelines
• Time management: Adept at managing their own time and determine how their team spends theirs; self starter
• Problem solving: adept at guiding the team in resolving challenges and conflicts that arise during the project.
• Goal achievement: ensure that the team remains aligned with the project objectives. The team members understand their roles and are focused on achieving common goals.

March of Dimes provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote

Job ID: March_Of_Dimes-DIREC003981

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2024-08-03T00:40:51