Project Manager

Summary

Join The Just Trust and JUMP as a Project Manager to serve as the operational quarterback, working closely with the Managing Director. This is a high-impact role requiring operational excellence and strategic thinking, supporting the coordination and management of internal operations across JUMP’s fundraising and four programmatic areas: apprenticeship development, Second Chance coalition building, media and narrative campaigns, and policy advocacy. You will design and maintain tracking systems, manage timelines, and provide implementation support to ensure successful execution of all JUMP’s programs and strategic goals. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, excels at managing multiple work streams, and demonstrates commitment to JUMP’s mission. This fast-paced startup project offers high visibility and a challenging opportunity to leverage relationships in sports and entertainment to advance Second Chances for justice-impacted individuals. The role involves program support and implementation, project and timeline management, communications and information management, and operations and administrative support.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in project management, program coordination, or similar roles
• Exceptional organizational skills with demonstrated ability to track and manage multiple work streams simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with project management tools and systems
• Proven ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem solving
• Adaptability to a fast-evolving environment and workflow
• Strong track record of working effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of local coalition building project
• Support development and execution of media and narrative
• Contribute to policy and advocacy initiatives as needed
• Provide operational support for apprenticeship/fellowship program development
• Support Managing Director in identifying potential roadblocks and propose solutions to maintain momentum
• Track and manage across all four of JUMP’s programmatic areas to ensure alignment with objectives and goals
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure integrated program delivery
• Develop, maintain, and adjust timelines for all program activities
• Ensure milestones and deliverables are clearly defined and tracked
• Create internal documentation to keep the Managing Director and stakeholders informed
• Develop and maintain systems for information sharing and knowledge management
• Draft communications for internal team alignment
• Support external communications, including lead management and meeting preparation
• Prepare briefing materials and background information for key meetings
• Coordinate internal/external team meetings, including agenda preparation and note-taking
• Maintain document organization and version control
• Support budget tracking for program activities
• Develop efficient administrative systems and processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in criminal justice reform, Second Chance or economic mobility initiatives
• Background in workforce development programs
• Knowledge of philanthropic or direct service community based organizations
• Experience supporting program implementation
• Data tracking and reporting experience
• Some level of proximity to justice reform work
• Has an outside of the box, entrepreneurial mindset
• Experience with: Asana, GSuite, Slack

Benefits

• 100% Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for staff and dependents
• Up to 10% employer match on 401k contributions and pre-tax benefits
• Our company provides 4 weeks of vacation and 2 weeks of personal time off as well as 10 paid holidays and 2 weeks of paid office closures
• All full-time employees are eligible for a $50 fitness and $50 internet stipend as well as a $75 monthly reimbursement for phone use
• A fully remote organization that has a deep commitment to transparency, employee development, and a people first culture - we work hard and we also have fun