Remote Project Manager

Summary

The job is a volunteer Project Manager position at TEEI, an NGO in Norway, focused on helping 100,000 Ukrainians through education and upskilling. The role involves managing projects from development to implementation, collaborating with team members, reporting project status, and utilizing project management tools.

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated critical and creative thinking abilities with a collaborative spirit
• Can-do attitude and eagerness to learn new things, with a passion for personal and professional development
• Efficient, proactive, and hands-on approach to project management, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Strong experience managing projects, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards
• People management experience in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Passionate about learning new tools and processes and always seeking out 'a better way' of doing things, with a continuous improvement mindset
• Advanced English language skills, with excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day details of projects, including plan, schedule, resources, task assignments, scope, communications, and launch project initiatives
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget by maintaining a high level of project management excellence
• Collaborate with project team members to identify project risks and issues, and develop effective strategies to mitigate them
• Report regularly to project stakeholders and leadership on project status, schedule, and delivery details, ensuring risks are appropriately documented and escalated in good time
• Foster open communication within the team on project planning and execution by facilitating regular team meetings and building strong relationships with all stakeholders
• Support business needs by leading the effort to develop creative approaches to problem-solving and ensuring quality deliverables

Benefits

• Remote and flexible scheduling: We only require a minimum of 6 hours of work per week, and you can choose when to work based on your own schedule and availability
• The chance to join a highly motivated multinational team: You'll work alongside other passionate individuals from around the world, all dedicated to making a positive difference in Ukraine
• The opportunity to influence the daily lives and future of Ukrainians: By contributing to TEEI's projects, you'll be helping to shape the future of Ukraine and make a tangible impact on the lives of its people
• Creative freedom and the ability to acquire new skills: We encourage our volunteers to think outside the box and come up with innovative solutions to the challenges we face. As a result, you'll have the opportunity to develop new skills and broaden your experience in a supportive and collaborative environment
• Great networking and educational opportunities: By working with TEEI, you'll have the chance to connect with other professionals in your field and learn from their experiences and expertise
• Job meaningfulness and tangible results: Above all, volunteering with TEEI is a chance to make a meaningful difference in the world and see the tangible results of your efforts