Project Manager, Strategic Planning and Performance

Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED); Rootstown Township (OH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Coverage

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / HSA

Short- and long-term disability and生命保

Retirement with employer matching

Job summary

NEOMED seeks a Project Manager, Strategic Planning and Performance to drive execution and continuous improvement of the university’s strategic priorities. You will coordinate strategic initiatives, manage portfolios, administer the planning system, and develop executive dashboards to support data‑driven decisions.

The role collaborates with leaders across units and external partners to track KPIs and advance plan implementation. Hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in admin coordination, strategic planning support, data analysis, or related area.
• Experience developing reports, dashboards, or decision-support documents.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate implementation of the University Strategic Plan by monitoring initiatives, milestones, KPIs, and portfolio performance.
• Administer and maintain Envisio, ensuring data integrity, system configuration, dashboard development, and performance reporting.
• Prepare executive dashboards, reports, presentations, and briefing materials for leadership decisions.
• Support strategic growth, partnerships, market research, benchmarking, and performance analysis.
• Promote alignment with priorities and apply Lean Six Sigma for continuous improvement.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Envisio

Job description

Summary

The Project Manager, Strategic Planning and Performance supports the execution, monitoring, and continuous improvement of NEOMED's strategic priorities by coordinating strategic initiatives, managing assigned project and portfolio activities, administering the University's strategic planning and performance management system, and providing data-driven decision support. Working collaboratively with university leaders, departments, colleges, and external partners, this position monitors strategic performance, facilitates cross-functional initiatives, develops executive reports and dashboards, supports strategic growth and operational excellence efforts, and promotes accountability for strategic outcomes. The role serves as a key liaison and resource within the Strategy Office to advance strategic plan implementation, track progress toward goals and KPIs, identify barriers, and facilitate timely follow-through under the direction of Strategy Office leadership.

Position Type

Admin/Professional

Department

Strategy and Transformation

Full or Part Time

Full Time

Pay Grade

MN9

Principal Functional Responsibilities

Strategic Planning, Portfolio Management, and Performance Tracking: Coordinate implementation of the University Strategic Plan by monitoring strategic initiatives, action plans, milestones, KPIs, and portfolio performance. Administer and maintain the University's strategic planning and performance management platform (Envisio), ensuring data integrity, system configuration, user support, dashboard development, and performance reporting. Coordinate project activities, monitor deliverables, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and support standardized project management practices across strategic initiatives. Prepare executive dashboards, reports, presentations, and briefing materials that communicate strategic progress, risks, and opportunities and support leadership decision-making.

Strategic Analysis and Organizational Support: Collect, validate, analyze, and interpret data related to strategic initiatives, institutional priorities, partnerships, and operational performance. Prepare executive summaries, reports, presentations, and decision-support materials that communicate performance, trends, risks, and opportunities. Support strategic growth and partnership initiatives through market research, benchmarking, environmental scanning, project coordination, and performance analysis. Collaborate with university leaders, departments, colleges, and strategic partners to promote alignment with institutional priorities and support execution of strategic initiatives.

Communications and Continuous Improvement: Coordinate communications supporting the University Strategic Plan, including progress updates, presentations, and stakeholder materials, while ensuring timely dissemination through university communication channels. Promote collaboration and information sharing among the Strategy Office, university stakeholders, and external partners. Identify process improvement opportunities and support operational excellence initiatives using Lean Six Sigma principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree


• Minimum one year of experience in administrative coordination, strategic planning support, data analysis, process improvement, or a related area


• Experience developing reports, presentations, dashboards, project plans, meeting materials, or decision-support documents


• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate stakeholders, analyze information, and communicate effectively with diverse audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma training or project management experience


• Experience in higher education or related field


• Experience supporting strategic plan implementation, institutional reporting, partnership and/or cross-functional projects, accreditation activities, or continuous improvement initiatives

Physical Requirements

Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and screen and other office equipment.

Department Specific Information

NEOMED is a mission-driven, community-based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking a Project Manager, Strategic Planning and Performance, who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment. At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team-based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply.

Starting Salary Range

$55,259 – $60,000, commensurate with experience

Benefits & Perks

• Healthcare Coverage Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)


• Short-and long-term disability coverage, Long-term care coverage options, and Life insurance


• Retirement State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future


• Paid Time Off Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year


• Additional Benefits Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151)


• Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#3349-07-45)


• Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification


• Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C Sec. 1681 et seq.), NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.