Program Project Manager - Edmonton, Canada - Women Building Futures Society

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Program Project Manager


WBF is looking for a proven Program Project Manager that will carry responsibility for the successful execution of training programs at WBF.

This will include oversight of the design and implementation of WBF's Social Enterprise - Commercial Driver Training School. This project will work to address the Alberta commercial driver shortage with a more modern and progressive training experience.

The successful applicant will also oversee the planning, implementation, and success/impact of WBF's established core programs, for example the long-standing flagship program Journey To Trades (J2T).

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate and work effectively with other Project Leads, Project Coordinators, Managers, Leadership, and staff in WBF to ensure all projects are aligned and jointly achieving WBF's desire for growth of social impact.
  • Accountable for delivering projects and associated programs on time, on scope and within budget and agreed impact/results.
  • Provide full cycle support for custom training projects; from proposal writing to delivery, monitoring of impact and followup on learnings.
  • Build project plans that defines project scope, objectives, schedule, and budget based on the approved project proposal, ensuring technical feasibility.
  • Oversee the creation of a change management plan to support the adoption of new technologies, systems, and procedures; access expertise internally and externally as required.
  • Liaise with the external funders of the project to ensure all expectations of the project, including reporting, are continually fulfilled.
  • Ensure resources required for the project are available and allocated appropriately and efficiently.
  • Manage, communicate, and coordinate all resources including internal project staff and any external consultants; ensure that all parties are properly oriented to the project to maximize productivity and consistent plan execution. Ensure all resources deliver on expectations.
  • Draft correspondence, internal documents and briefing notes for all internal and external stakeholders as required.
  • Maintain impeccable project records, files, and documentation.
  • Maintain data integrity via spreadsheets, and WBF's relation management digital ecosystems.
  • Create and adhere to workback schedules for each project following the established programming management systems.
  • Oversee risk management to recognize, minimize/eliminate and escalate risks associated with the project.
  • Liaise with the Finance team for accounts payables and receivables, financial budgeting, forecasting and variances.
Skills & Abilities

  • Strong and diverse business and people leadership abilities
  • Strong communication skills written, verbal, and presentation with ability to simplify complex issues and materials.
  • Ability to make sound and timely decisions.
  • Excellent organization and time management skills.
  • Excellent computer abilities thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, databases, SharePoint.
  • Flexible and adaptable; able to work effectively in a dynamic environment.
  • Creative and curious with an entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Selfstarter and results oriented.
  • Organized and detail driven.
  • High energy, Independent and objective.
  • Resourceful and resilient.
  • Conceptual and critical thinker.
  • Collaborative team leader and team player.
  • Ability to influence without authority.
  • Alignment with WBF's values and culture, including a commitment to continuous learning, and creating safe, inclusive workplaces with respect for all employees, applicants, students, and stakeholders.
Education & Experience

  • Degree in related field along with project management certification
  • 5+ years of proven experience in leadership and leading projects
  • Exposure to change management
  • Exposure to social purpose or nonprofit organizations an asset

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