PROJECT MANAGER at All Hands and Hearts Smart Response, Inc.

All Hands and Hearts is a disaster relief nonprofit. Our program bases are located in the communities we serve, and depending on the role you apply for you may be required to visit and/or live in our communal program environments. Please note that vaccination is required for all in-person work environments, including program bases and offices. You will also be expected to adhere to particular safety protocols (including relating to COVID-19), and should understand your responsibility for the safety of yourself and others around you. We will always provide an option for travel-exempt staff to join meetings and events virtually, to ensure we provide an inclusive environment for those who are unvaccinated or at high risk.

Diversity is the acknowledgment, promotion and celebration of our differences and similarities. All racial identities, ethnicities, sexes, nationalities, gender identities and expressions, physical and mental abilities, sexual orientations, ages, spiritualities, points of view and socioeconomic statuses can fit in with us. We support individuals from around the world and serve communities affected by disasters with purpose. Response, recovery, resilience and renewal are why we exist. Respect for the value of diversity, inclusion and social justice drives us forward every day. Everyone is welcome.

The start date for this position is To Be Determined.

All Hands and Hearts consistently seeks talented and hardworking people who are eager to support communities impacted by natural disasters. This is an open submission; availability is based on need and will vary in location. Possible locations are Louisiana, California, Mexico, Nepal, Bahamas, or Philippines.

Position Purpose

A versatile position within a dynamic nonprofit that provides community-inspired, volunteer-powered disaster relief. This position is responsible for developing and overseeing response or recovery projects and management of the field team.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to Program Director
• Roles reporting to position Project Coordinator(s), Site Coordinator(s), Site Supervisors, Logistics Coordinator, Site Supervisor Trainees
• Approximate number of reports 2-8

Essential Functions

• Develop and monitor scopes of work and project timeline, queue, budget and quality
• Ensure all program tracking systems related to projects are updated regularly and maintained and use data to compile regular reports
• Deliver project targets within the approved time and budget constraints
• Establish and uphold clear safety practices for project sites in collaboration with Project Coordinator(s), Site Coordinator(s), and Site Supervisor Trainees
• Support in the development, implement, and review of program emergency procedures and safety and security protocols
• Effectively manage a diverse team to meet the needs of the affected community and empower them to carry out their functions effectively and efficiently
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements for projects
• Oversee training of Site Supervisors and Site Supervisor trainees
• Identify and prepare for potential surges in volunteer numbers to ensure consistent engagement in projects
• Work with local partners to foster collaboration in support of projects
• Identify and manage subcontractors as needed on a project by project basis
• We understand vaccination is the best way to protect our beneficiaries, community members, staff and volunteers, therefore we require all of our on program staff members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. To be considered for this position you must be fully vaccinated. Subject to applicable guidance, the term fully vaccinated currently refers to when an individual has received either a single-shot vaccine or both doses of a two-shot vaccine, and two weeks have elapsed since the final dose.
• Perform other duties as required.

Financial Responsibilities

• Is this position responsible for the operating budget of the associated department? Yes
• Does this position have any other financial responsibilities? Yes

Position Requirements

• Education Bachelor's degree or equivalent training and experience in a relevant field.
• Related Experience A minimum of two years' experience working in a disaster response context, preferably with All Hands and Hearts. At least one year of experience in a construction or technical role with project management responsibilities, including budget tracking and reporting. Management experience in a professional setting.
• Special Competencies/Certifications Must be able to secure and maintain appropriate visas. Must have good written and oral communication skills, confident working with Google Suite, Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel). Applicants need to be responsible, well organized, and have a flexible approach to managing multiple people and tasks, prioritizing them appropriately. Outstanding leadership and delegation skills with the ability to manage a large workload while performing in a fast-paced environment.
• Work Environment/Conditions Based on program; communal living environment; high-stress situations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay rate is dependent on location, and based on skills and experience
• Room & board included
• Monthly R&R breaks with allowance
• Travel to and from program location
• Health insurance and 401K for US residents
• Coverage for emergency medical injury and illness for international team members

All Hands and Hearts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic.