Job Opportunity for Project Manager at Purpose in Delhi, Mumbai

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Project Manager at Purpose, you will be the focal person to drive robust project operations of multiple campaigns at Purpose with the overall objective of successful delivery of our work, while keeping Purpose accountable and disciplined internally. In a specific project context, this role works closely with Project Lead(s) and Project Principal(s). 

You will report to a Senior Project Manager, and we are open to applicants from Delhi or Mumbai. This is a full time fixed term contract role with a strong possibility of transitioning to full time permanent employment.   

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management – As a Project Manager, you will lead end-to-end management of multiple and diverse projects. Your core responsibilities will be to:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for overall project operations and specific tactical operations about the project within Purpose, from funders and clients, and for vendors/freelancers.
• Create and operationalise project management tools such as work plans, budgets, facilitate M&E set-up for  projects; hold delivery teams (i.e. strategy, campaigns, creative, freelancers, vendors) accountable to project plans, timeline, key deliverables and milestones.
• Develop and regularly track project budgets and staffing plans for consistency, relevance  and accuracy using internal project management tools. Setting up an internal and external project communications mechanism. This includes project check-in meetings at different stages of a project life cycle (kick-off, mid-point reflections, project close/wrap up, regular weekly/monthly coordination), regular update calls for internal team alignment and with the funder/client and tracking project progress, facilitate problem identification and solving and strategic conversations. 
• Facilitate critical inter-stakeholder project communication and relationship building through identification of stakeholders and attendees for crucial recurring and ad-hoc discussions; capture meeting notes and escalate communications  (as needed) between Client and Purpose teams to align on expectations, roles, goals, and solutions for roadblocks.
• Deliver project status updates to internal teams and clients jointly with the Project Lead(s).
• Own the overall project management with Managing Director, VP of Finance, Project Principal and Project Lead.

Internal Operations – In addition to project work, you will help keep the internal operational wheels of Purpose turning by:

• Gathering and summarizing key takeaways for Project Dashboards (to share insights on project’s team/client/financial health) that inform our Executive team
• Working closely with our Finance team to confirm the accuracy and schedule of invoices (client, freelancers, and vendors).
• Working closely with Staffing Manager to identify and act on staffing analysis and trends

We think you will be a successful candidate if you demonstrate

• 3+ years of work experience in a fast-paced, agency environment (i.e. professional services, creative agencies, consulting) or advocacy environment, demonstrating a consistent ability to deliver against project plans on time and on budget.
• Ability to be diplomatic and solutions-oriented under stress; demonstrate impeccable communication skills (written/verbal) and interpersonal skills (listening/empathy)
• Excellent track record of time management, systems organization, and follow-up
• Agility and flexibility towards evolving responsibilities and last minute project changes
• A confident facilitator to coordinate discussions between multiple internal stakeholders (such as an interdisciplinary team of different specialists across different geographies)
• Collaborative and inclusive about working with global teams that are from diverse backgrounds, as well as the ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision
• Critical thinker, have high integrity, a team player with hands-on attitude, and a passionate problem-solving spirit
• Proficiency in creating spreadsheets and using word-processing programs (primarily in Google Suites)

We think you will be an exceptional candidate if you have:

• A demonstrated track record in social sector organizing and advocacy
• Experience or interest in climate work
• Committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment 

Purpose takes on some of the biggest challenges in the world, which affect people of different identities and backgrounds in different ways. We are stronger and most effective with a diverse team leading the charge and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome the unique contributions that individuals bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs