Special Project & Integration Manager

OATS; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Company-funded pension

Health/dental/vision

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

AARP is seeking a Special Project & Integration Manager to lead large, complex initiatives aligning with organizational priorities. You will define scope, manage budgets, timelines, and cross‑functional teams, reporting to senior management on progress and impact.

The role requires 5+ years in program or project management, excellent executive communication, and strong stakeholder leadership. Hybrid work with US‑based remote days is offered, with visa sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 5+ years of program and/or project management experience.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with executives and influence decision-making.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages large, complex projects aligned with organizational priorities and oversees charter, scope, schedules, costs, quality, and risks.
• Updates and maintains project management processes and supports new business processes.
• Manages procurement elements and vendor agreements as needed.
• Reports project status to senior management, highlighting impact and results.
• Oversees administrative tasks and travel arrangements when necessary.
• Leads operational and/or logistical support for AARP programs and services.

Skills

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic thinking

Project management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation's largest-circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and the AARP Bulletin.

The Special Project & Integration Manager executes large and complex projects that support the achievement of organizational strategic priorities. Determines resources needed, tracks budgets, determines scope, tracks progress towards milestones, establishes timelines, and evaluates progress. Manages project teams including internal and external stakeholders and vendors to deliver on project goals. Establishes project communication plans and ensures internal and external stakeholders are informed regardingproject processes and impact. Collaborates with management to identify opportunities to streamline processes and develop new procedures that support the business unit/department.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of large and complex projects that align with the strategic priorities of the organization. Oversees all aspects of project management including project charter development, project scope development, project schedules, project costs, deliverable quality, human and material resource management, risk management, procurement, communications, and stakeholder engagement.
• Updates and maintains associated project management processes, including creating and implementing work plans, and helps to develop and implement new and evolving business processes.
• Manages financial and procurement elements of projects, to include collaboration with and management of vendor Master Services Agreements and/or Statements of Work as necessary.
• Reports on the status of projects to senior management to convey all elements of project status and the impact and results of work.
• Oversees the execution of administrative tasks as necessary, such as calendaring, organizing meetings, processing expense reimbursements, maintaining contact lists, and assisting with travel arrangements.
• Leads operational and/or logistical support for AARP programs and/or services.

AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Project Management, Organizational Development, or a related field, with 5+ years of program and/or project management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with executives and influence decision-making at all organizational levels.
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills combined with sound business judgment and operational excellence.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt quickly to change, and drive outcomes with limited direction.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and commitment to delivering results through execution and follow-through.
• Skilled at building relationships, exercising diplomacy, and constructively challenging stakeholders when necessary.
• Naturally curious, proactive, and resourceful, with the ability to move seamlessly between strategic executive discussions and hands‑on tactical execution.

Additional Requirements

• Regular and reliable job attendance
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
• Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions
• In office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise

Hybrid Work Environment

AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.

Compensation and Benefits

AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.