Strategic Initiatives Lead

0000 Great Hearts America; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with employer match

Mission-driven culture

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies in Phoenix is seeking a Strategic Initiatives Manager to support leadership, align CSP Grant objectives, and coordinate cross-department projects to advance strategic goals. You will prepare action plans, monitor deliverables, manage budgets, and report to the Chief Strategy Officer, contributing to organizational growth and effective policy execution.

Previous experience in project management, policy research, and stakeholder engagement is valued, along with a fingerprint

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 2–4 years in project management, policy research, or management consulting.
• Fingerprint clearance card required by state authorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional strategic initiatives across departments.
• Develop project plans with timelines and accountability measures.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and address issues to stay on track.
• Prepare project status reports, dashboards, and executive summaries.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Great Hearts Academies in Phoenix is seeking a Strategic Initiatives Manager to support leadership, align CSP Grant objectives, and coordinate cross-department projects to advance strategic goals. You will prepare action plans, monitor deliverables, manage budgets, and report to the Chief Strategy Officer, contributing to organizational growth and effective policy execution.

Previous experience in project management, policy research, and stakeholder engagement is valued, along with a fingerprint