CORE Project Lead — Cross-Functional Delivery

United Against Human Trafficking; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Food Bank is seeking a Project Administrator – CORE to manage timelines, document progress, and coordinate cross-functional work for the CORE initiative. You will partner with department leaders to identify dependencies, develop mitigation plans, and maintain detailed project plans and risk logs.

You will prepare leadership-ready reports and presentations for the Building Committee and Board, and participate in readiness meetings with internal and external stakeholders to advance project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Communications, or related field.
• 5 years of experience coordinating large-scale projects.
• Proven track record of leading through influence at all levels within an organization.
• 3–5 years of direct senior-level administrative support or exposure to C‑Suite protocols and executive meeting etiquette, including capturing meeting minutes.
• Working knowledge of HFB strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and documents cross-functional internal projects related to the CORE facility and transition.
• Creates and maintains detailed project plans, timelines, trackers, status updates, and risk logs.
• Partners with department leaders to identify dependencies, disruptions, and transition risks, with mitigation strategies.
• Facilitates regular readiness meetings with internal stakeholders and may include external team members.
• Tracks deliverables and ensures tasks are completed on time and aligned with priorities.
• Develops communication tools and reporting materials for leadership.
• Prepares presentations and reports for Building Committee and Board of Directors.
• Attends and supports key meetings, adheres to deadlines, and contributes to project objectives.

Skills

Cross-functional coordination

Influence leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Communications, or related field

PMP Certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Docusign

AI platforms

Google Sheets

Job description

Houston Food Bank is seeking a Project Administrator – CORE to manage timelines, document progress, and coordinate cross-functional work for the CORE initiative. You will partner with department leaders to identify dependencies, develop mitigation plans, and maintain detailed project plans and risk logs.

You will prepare leadership-ready reports and presentations for the Building Committee and Board, and participate in readiness meetings with internal and external stakeholders to advance project