Senior Project Management Consultant

About the Role

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, preferably in a consulting firm environment, with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. A Master's degree in Public Health or a related field is required, along with a minimum of 5 years of client-facing experience, including 2 or more years in project leadership roles.

What You Will Do

• Manage project operations and infrastructure, including maintaining and improving project tools and repositories
• Drive meeting effectiveness and follow-through, coordinating and facilitating team and project meetings
• Coordinate day-to-day project activities, supporting scheduling and team coordination
• Support cross-workstream coordination, tracking dependencies, risks, and action items across workstreams
• Partner on organizational change management (OCM) and training coordination, ensuring alignment between project activities and user needs
• Manage and support core project operations, including documentation, meeting coordination, and stakeholder communication
• Develop and maintain project plans, resource allocation plans, and status reports
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, developing contingency plans as needed
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and develop tailored solutions

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in project management, preferably in a consulting firm environment
• Master's degree in Public Health or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of client-facing experience, including 2 or more years in project leadership roles
• Strong expertise in Salesforce and Excel
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment, navigating ambiguity and driving results
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to think critically and creatively
• Commitment to quality and excellence in all aspects of work

Nice to Have

• Experience working in the public health sector, preferably with local or regional health departments
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, such as Agile or Waterfall
• Certification in project management, such as PMP or PRINCE2
• Experience with project management tools, such as Jira or Asana

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on high-impact public health projects, making a meaningful difference in communities
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment, with a team of experienced professionals
• Flexible working hours and remote work options, allowing for a better work-life balance
• Professional development opportunities, including training and certification programs
• Access to cutting-edge project management tools and technologies
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance and contributions

• Ensure your resume and cover letter are tailored to the specific requirements of the role, highlighting your project management experience and expertise in Salesforce and Excel.
• Develop a strong understanding of the company's values and mission, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with these.
• Prepare examples of your experience in managing complex projects, including your approach to project planning, coordination, and stakeholder communication.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience working in a consulting firm environment, including your ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
• Consider creating a portfolio of your work, including examples of project plans, status reports, and other relevant documents, to demonstrate your skills and expertise.