Program Manager

The Strategy Huddle, LLC; Remote; Part time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a remote Program Manager to oversee procurement and contract management for projects primarily serving nonprofit organizations. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in related fields and possess strong communication and project management skills. This independent contractor position offers compensation based on deliverables, ranging from $150 to $3,000. Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter in PDF format to apply.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in procurement services.
• Previous work with nonprofit or government organizations.
• Ability to create compelling summaries from data.
• Professional communication and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with grant application processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and contract management tasks.
• Build relationships with potential clients.
• Oversee diverse service projects.
• Facilitate clear communication among teams.
• Manage project timelines and budgets.

Skills

Proficient in English language

Contract management

Database management

Calendar management

Reading RFPs

Clear communication

Self-directed

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Mission-focused

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Office

Asana

Google Drive

Job description

The Strategy Huddle, LLC is a for-profit company that provides consulting and project management services primarily to nonprofit organizations based in the United States. Services include grant writing, new program development, and process improvement.

Job Description

This is a remote position.

About the Company

The Strategy Huddle, LLC provides consulting and project management services primarily to nonprofit organizations based in the United States. Primary services include grant writing, program evaluation, process improvement, and data management.

About the Role

Position Title: Program Manager, Contractor

Work Structure: Remote, Contract

The Program Manager is a Contractor who is knowledgeable and experienced in procurement and contract management. The Program Manager will assist in securing contracts and managing projects across all areas of service within the consultancy, ensuring that goals and objectives are achieved efficiently and in a timely manner. Responsibilities include managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, facilitating project team collaboration, and maintaining clear, professional communication with key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement and contract management
• Manage initial consultations and relationship building with prospective new clients.
• Assist with overseeing projects in all areas of services offered by the consultancy: grant writing, program evaluation, process improvement, data management, marketing, and event management services.
• Manage contractors’ assigned projects, workload, and project progress.
• Manage communications with clients, contractors, and project teams.
• May assist with managing budgets, and overseeing pay schedules and payroll
• May assist with client and contractor onboarding
• May be expected to attend client meetings
• Work with minimal supervision
• Additional related tasks may be assigned

Skills Needed

• Proficient in the English language and English writing and grammar
• Contract management
• Database management
• Calendar management
• Reading and comprehension of RFPs
• Respectful and clear communication
• Self-directed
• Strong attention to detail
• Multi-task
• Mission-focused
• Knowledge and experience providing exceptional customer service and client satisfaction
• Familiarity with grant application process for nonprofit organizational funding
• Experience using Microsoft and Google programs, such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Google Docs and Google Sheets
• Experience with cloud-based and project management software, such as Asana, Airtable, or similar programs

Qualifications

• One (1) or more years of experience in procurement services
• Previous work with nonprofit, public sector, or government organizations
• Proficient in the English language and English writing and grammar
• Ability to read data and organizational narratives and reports and use the information to develop compelling summaries and narratives
• Professional communication skills
• Leadership and team management skills
• Ability to receive feedback gracefully
• Understanding how to apply feedback effectively
• Courage to ask questions when unsure
• Ability to read and comprehend RFPs
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work on more than one project, simultaneously
• Calendar and deadline management
• Familiarity with grant application process for nonprofit organizational funding
• Project management knowledge or experience
• Database management
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Experience or familiarity with collaborative work spaces such as Asana or Google Drive programs, such as Google Docs and Google Sheets.

Requirements

• Candidate must own a laptop or desktop computer with reliable internet access
• One (1) or more years of experience in procurement and contract management
• One (1) or more years in managing projects or customer service
• Familiarity with RFPs and RFP processes
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Experience or familiarity with collaborative work spaces such as Asana or Google Drive programs, such as Google Docs and Google Sheets.
• Knows how to use email
• Possess a professional demeanor
• Experience and previous outcomes are more desirable than degrees. However, degrees and certifications may strengthen one’s potential for candidacy.

Compensation

This engagement is structured as an independent contract and is not classified as hourly, salaried, or employment. Compensation is tied to deliverables, which vary in scope and complexity. Therefore, fixed fees range from $150–$3,000 per deliverable or set of deliverables, according to pre-approved rates outlined in the contract [addendum].

This is a contract engagement, and the selected contractor will be required to sign a Subcontractor Agreement. As an independent contractor, this engagement does not include employee benefits. The contractor is responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and business expenses. The Contractor will receive financial compensation for work produced for pre-approved deliverables.

The contractor will gain desirable and professionally beneficial experience for which he or she will also receive recommendations for satisfying outcomes.

Applying for this Role

To apply for this position, you will be required to submit your resume and cover letter, both in PDF format. You may use the cover letter to expound on your experience from your resume. Additional, related questions may be asked in the online application.