Project Specialist

Davita Inc.; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Project Specialist for the FEWS NET Learning and Data Hub project. This role involves coordinating project activities to enhance global food security. The successful candidate will have strong project management skills, contributing to a mission-driven team with opportunities for remote work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in project management, data analysis, and staffing processes.
• PMP Certification is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate complex project activities and support project workflows.
• Manage project tasks and track benchmarks.
• Provide administrative support related to overall project management.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in public policy, economics, education, psychology, political science, communications

MBA or MPA

Job description

Join AIR as a Project Specialist supporting the FEWS NET Learning and Data Hub project, and bring your advanced project management expertise to a mission-driven team working to improve global food security. The FEWS NET (Famine Early Warning Systems Network) project provides timely, evidence-based analysis to help decision-makers respond to humanitarian crises and food insecurity around the world.

In this role, you will support and coordinate complex project activities, working closely with Project Directors and Task Leaders to ensure the successful execution of high-impact initiatives. You will support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of project workflows, data collection, deliverables, and resource allocation across a diverse portfolio.

This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional with strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, and a commitment to supporting the goals of the FEWS NET project through efficient and effective project operations.

This position has the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in the United States or from any of AIR's U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories.

About AIR:

Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the Project Director or Task Leaders to execute changes and/or updates to the project tasks.
• Develop and maintain standard templates, processes, and workflows, all elements of which shall be consistent with AIR's best practices and contract requirements.
• Provide support in project planning and implementation by managing, monitoring, and tracking project tasks using standard processes and workflows.
• Delegate work to staff and ensure tasks are completed on time.
• Provide administrative support related to overall project management.
• Forecast and analyze project management related data and synthesize those data into reports and spreadsheets based on program needs or program deliverables.
• Track project benchmarks and make recommendations for change.

Qualifications:

Education, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (public policy, economics, education, psychology, political science, communications) with a minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, data analysis, and staffing processes or an advanced degree (MBA, MPA) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• PMP Certification is a plus but not required.

Skills:

• Effective communication skills for virtual collaboration.
• Commitment to excellent customer service.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and persistent team player.
• Positive attitude and adaptability in a rapidly-changing environment.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Disclosures:

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Visa sponsorship is not available. Candidates may need to meet residency requirements depending on project needs.

American Institutes for Research is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

AIR adheres to child safeguarding principles. All candidates will undergo background and reference checks. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

Accessibility:

If you need accommodations during the employment process due to a disability, please contact Taliba Boone at [e-mail] or call 202.403.5000.

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Salary range: $95,000 — $110,000 USD annually, based on experience and internal/external equity.