Tech Project Manager (Civic Tech Startup / Nonprofit)

Remote | Part-time | Volunteer (with stipend + leadership opportunity)

The Community Engagement Center (CEC) is building a civic-tech platform designed to make local participation easier, more engaging, and accessible to everyday people.

We are preparing for an upcoming competition and are looking for a Tech Project Manager who can help organize and drive development forward.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate between designers and developers
• Track tasks, deadlines, and deliverables
• Ensure consistent weekly progress toward MVP
• Help structure workflows and communication
• Keep the team accountable and moving

Who This Is For

• Someone reliable and responsive (this matters most)
• Strong communicator who can follow through
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Interest in startups, civic tech, or social impact
• Experience with project management tools is a plus

Important

We are in a time-sensitive phase preparing for a competition.

We’re looking for someone who can commit, communicate clearly, and execute consistently.

What You Get

• Direct leadership role in an early-stage civic tech project
• Real ownership and decision-making experience
• Resume-building experience as a Tech PM
• Potential for long-term paid role as we scale
• Small stipend tied to milestones

We prioritize responsiveness and follow-through over perfect resumes.

Perks & Benefits

• Leadership Role from Day One
• Take ownership as a Tech Project Manager and lead a live team working toward a real product launch.
• Real-World Startup Experience
• Work directly with a founder on a civic-tech platform preparing for competition and early-stage growth.
• Portfolio & Resume Building
• Your work and role will be documented and can be featured on our website and project materials for professional use.
• Professional Title & References
• Official title as Tech Project Manager – Community Engagement Center (CEC) with strong references based on performance.
• Team Leadership Experience
• Manage and coordinate developers and designers, building proof of leadership and execution ability.
• Direct Impact on a Live Product (MVP)
• Help shape and organize the development of a real app, not a theoretical project.
• Exposure to Civic Tech & Social Impact Work
• Be part of a mission-driven project focused on improving community engagement through technology.
• Competition Experience
• Opportunity to contribute to and prepare for a startup/innovation competition environment.
• Flexible Remote Work
• Fully remote with flexible scheduling, as long as communication and deadlines are met.
• Milestone-Based Stipend
• Small stipend tied to deliverables and performance.
• Early Team Advantage
• Priority consideration for future paid roles as the project grows and secures funding.