2 Project Management jobs

Position Objectives: To lead digital media and other technical projects of varying levels of complexity, scope, and budget   Primary Responsibilities and Duties:  Manage several projects, of varying levels of complexity, scope, and budget, at one time Projects will range from small website updates to complete revamps, new mobile apps, CRM set up or upgrades, and more Lead cross-functional teams of designers, developers, QA, marketers, and development professionals and facilitate all phases of the project lifecycle Develop project schedules based on WBS estimates and business needs, hold teams accountable, and bring projects to completion on schedule Elicit requirements from stakeholders and use them to create clear, comprehensive and concise requirements documentation Collaborate with developers and designers to establish the technical vision for the project Identify risks, create mitigation strategies, and execute them Draft product testing instructions for the Quality Acceptance team and user acceptance tests for stakeholders Effectively manage the development phase by monitoring and communicating with the team Conduct trainings related to features and operation of products Communicate with all levels of the organization, internal, cross-functional and external, and keeps stakeholders up to date on project status Follow established procedures and keep all project materials accurate and up-to-date Complete project post-mortems and ensure that lessons learned are applied to future projects undertaken by the department Deliver excellent customer service to numerous stakeholders and requesting departments   Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent work experience 5 years of experience as a project manager or business analyst for web based and mobile app product development Project management certification preferred Knowledge of a variety of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile) and tools Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite Experience with WordPress, Google Analytics, Optimizely, and Salesforce is preferred Knowledge of internet trends, development and design best practices, and related laws is preferred, as well as a high degree of self-motivation to stay abreast of new technology, tools, and methodologies Demonstrated ability to gather project requirements through a variety of elicitation techniques Strong writing skills used to document requirements, draft other project documents, and to communicate with teams day to day Excellent organizational skills, analytical skills, and attention to detail Excellent verbal communication skills, including ability to lead meetings and present to small audiences Ability manage multiple projects and tasks at one time and to prioritize daily tasks based on project requirements and business objectives Proven ability to exercise independent judgment Commitment to the objectives of the organization

Position Objective: To work on specific projects, as assigned by the president, to help promote the goals of the organization   Primary Responsibilities and Duties: Conduct research, prepare analyses, and suggest strategies Maintain accurate and up-to-date files and briefing papers Draft correspondence and respond to inquiries and requests, utilizing discretion and independent judgment Oversee Web content related to assigned projects Travel within and outside the U.S. on assignments Write speeches, give talks, and attend functions Perform any other duties, as assigned by the supervisor   Qualifications: Degree in a related field or equivalent experience Minimum of two years of research experience Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple projects Proven ability to exercise independent judgment Strong working knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines Professional appearance and adherence to a vegan lifestyle Previous public-speaking experience and the ability to comfortably create and deliver presentations Ability and willingness to travel Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. drivers' license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record Ability to lift and carry 20 lbs. Support for PETA’s philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA’s positions on issues Commitment to the objectives of the organization