Project Manager

Project-Home; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off and sabbatical leave

Professional development

Job summary

Project HOME, a nationally recognized nonprofit in Philadelphia, is seeking a Project Manager to advance strategic priorities across the Supportive Housing Operations department. The role collaborates with leadership to translate goals into actionable plans, improve internal systems, and support cross-department coordination.

The position emphasizes staff engagement, leadership development, and resident feedback integration to drive improvements in service delivery and organizational

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in operations, program management, or nonprofit administration.
• Experience coordinating cross-department initiatives and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement strategic initiatives aligned with SHO and organizational priorities.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties for projects.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, monitor progress, and ensure on-time delivery within scope and budget.
• Communicate priorities to staff to build understanding and engagement.
• Lead responses to staff belonging and engagement surveys and resident surveys.

Skills

Project management

Strategic planning

Cross-functional coordination

Communication

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration/Nonprofit Management/Business Administration/Social Work

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Project HOME is seeking a Project Manager to help advance strategic priorities across our Supportive Housing Operations (SHO) department.

The Project Manager supports the advancement of departmental priorities by developing, planning, and implementing strategic initiatives that strengthen operations, communication, staff development, and organizational culture within the SHOdepartment. This role collaborates closely with leadership and staff to translate organizational goals into actionable plans, improve internal systems, and support cross-departmental coordination. The position also plays a key role in strengthening staff engagement, integrating feedback from staff and residents, and fostering leadership development across the department.

What You'll Do

• Identify, develop, and implement strategic initiatives that align with SHO and organizational priorities.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors as needed for projects.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans using project management tools, monitor and track progress, and ensure deliverables are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Support the implementation and tracking of the organization's strategic plan within SHO, and play a key role in communicating priorities to staff to build understanding, engagement, and buy-in.
• Lead departmental responses to the SHO Staff Belonging and Engagement Survey, including analysis of results and coordination of action plans.
• Lead the SHO response to the Annual Resident Survey, ensuring resident feedback informs operational improvements and service delivery.
• Design and implement initiatives that promote a culture of celebrating and acknowledging staff and resident achievements.
• Develop and manage communication strategies to improve information flow and transparency across the SHO department.
• Establish and maintain organizational systems that support policy compliance, procedural consistency, and operational accountability.
• Support the development, coordination, and integration of director-led committees to advance departmental priorities.
• Identify and support interdepartmental strategic initiatives that improve collaboration, service delivery, and organizational effectiveness.
• Monitor the progress of strategic initiatives and provide updates, recommendations, and performance insights to leadership.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Social Work, Organizational Leadership, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience in operations management, program management, strategic planning, or nonprofit administration.
• Experience coordinating cross-departmental initiatives, organizational improvement projects, or strategic planning processes.
• Experience working in human services, supportive housing, or nonprofit organizations strongly.
• Demonstrated experience supporting leadership teams, managing complex projects, and implementing organizational initiatives.

What You May Bring

• Ability to translate high-level goals into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
• Skilled at coordinating multiple initiatives, timelines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Ability to design and implement processes that improve efficiency and compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to synthesize information and guide collaborative discussions. Ability to work effectively across departments and levels of leadership
• Ability to analyze survey data and feedback to inform strategic improvements.

What We Offer

Project HOME is committed to supporting the well-being of our employees through a comprehensive benefits package.

Eligible employees enjoy:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with low employee costs
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Generous Paid Time Off, including paid sabbatical leave
• Employee wellness programs
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Who We Are

Project HOME is a nationally recognized nonprofit dedicated to ending homelessness and poverty through integrated housing, healthcare, education, employment, and supportive services.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Project HOME is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Project HOME conducts background checks, reference checks, and drug screenings on all final candidates as a condition of employment.