Director of Project Management Marketing Department

POSITION SUMMARY

(Eligible for Hybrid/ 3 days in office - Alexandria, VA)

As the Director of Project Management, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing operations, project management and delivering key insights for the Marketing & Communications Team. This role will focus on building and tracking consistent, coordinated processes across the team that connect strategy and execution to make us more efficient and successful (includes expertise in project management systems, project intake and triage processes, resource management and planning).

Your experience in project management, combined with your strategic mindset, organizational agility, and operational prowess, will be instrumental in helping United Way meet its strategic priorities to drive measurable results.

Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, this person will partner with cross‑functional teams including global brand marketing, global network communications, creative services, PR, social media, digital, and events, to help drive United Way Worldwide's mission to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world.

• Utilize dynamic project management skills to track, triage and deliver critical departmental projects.
• Lead project launch process through the execution of deliverables, including development of production schedules, timelines, approvals, etc.
• Experience implementing, owning and managing marketing communications efficiency tools and processes including project management and resource management.
• Oversee traffic coordination for Creative Studio Team (graphic design team).
• Manage relationships with external vendors and assigned agencies, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality services and solutions.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending approaches to enhance department operations.

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Project management certification and experience with project management applications required.
• Must have 10+ years of working experience in project management with at least 5 of those years being in marketing communications operations.
• Knowledge of automation and database management concepts and best practices.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of marketing communications best practices and multiple channel execution as well as prior proven experience of successful management of large‑scale teams and programs, including proficiency in offline channels and programs.
• Self‑starter who is able to and eager to learn quickly with a good head for proactive problem solving, while able to adhere to standard operational procedures and deadlines.
• Ability to work in fast pace and high‑growth environment with tight deadlines and shifting priorities and be willing to “roll‑up your sleeves” to drive organizational change.
• Ability to inspire and move a cross‑functional team in a unified direction and with a unified vision.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities, and skills. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable disabled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job. You should be able to work on‑site in the Alexandria, VA location;

relocation assistance is not offered.

The budgeted salary range for this position is currently $120,000 to $125,000 per year. Salary is determined by several factors including applicant’s knowledge, skills, experience, position, equity, and market.

United Way Worldwide seeks diverse, qualified professionals who want to make a difference in the world. If you are passionate about your work and desire to help others achieve enhanced education, income, and health, United Way Worldwide is the place for you.

United Way Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability,…