Project Manager

This is a full-time position with benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, 401K and life insurance. Position will primarily work standard hours of 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, flexible start/end times possible. Periodic evening or weekend hours may be required.

This position will be remote/work from home to start and will eventually transition to DBSA’s National Office.

Position Title:   Project Manager

Reports to:       Vice President, Development & Vice President, Communications

 ORGANIZATION SUMMARY

The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) is a leading national organization focusing on mood disorders including depression and bipolar disorder, which affect over 21 million Americans, account for over 50% of the nation’s suicides every year and cost $23 billion in lost workdays and other workplace losses.

DBSA’s peer-based, wellness-oriented, and empowering services and resources are available when people need them, where they need them, and how they need to receive them—online 24/7, in local support groups, in audio and video casts, or in printed materials distributed by DBSA, our chapters, and mental health care facilities across America.

Through more than 500 support groups and approximately 150 chapters, DBSA reaches millions of people each year with in-person and online peer support; current, readily understandable information about depression and bipolar disorder; nationally recognized peer support services, training, advocacy, and empowering tools focused on an integrated approach to wellness.

DBSA is led by and created for individuals living with a mood disorder, and that experience informs everything that we do.

 OUR VALUES

1. Community—DBSA creates the opportunity for meaningful lives by compassionately engaging with individuals and providing peer-led support groups, educational materials, and wellness tools that focus on resilience, achievement, creativity, and connection.

2. Inspiration—DBSA celebrates peers’ accomplishments, including those of the many talented, successful individuals recognized by the public for their contributions to the world.

 3. Wisdom—DBSA advances learning through research and experience while promoting a transformative understanding of mental health through wide, timely dissemination of information about the latest treatments, wellness practices, and lived experiences.

 4. Responsibility—DBSA advocates for the right of peers to choose their own paths to mental, emotional, and physical wellness while promoting structures and practices that advance whole health and accessible care for everyone.

Scope of Role

DBSA is seeking a seasoned project manager to help support our strategic direction and communications priorities. This new position is ideal for someone interested in helping to shape this role in a growing, dynamic organization committed to expanding peer support and mental health resources to our audiences.

 Duties & Responsibilities

●      Liaise with staff from all departments to identify and define project requirements, scope of work, and objectives that align with organizational goals

●      Coordinate with teams to assign resources, define and write project briefs, and ensure projects remain within scope, schedule, defined budgets, and deliverables

●      Develop and maintain communications calendar

●      Analyze project progress and ensure all parts of an assigned project are processed, organized, and advancing according to predetermined timelines and deliverable dates

●      Assist in assigning project tasks to relevant parties and check in for status updates

●      Develop and maintain project performance databases that track overall progress and the accomplishment of specific milestones

●      Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels as needed—escalating issues as necessary based on project work plans

●      Act as a point of communication between DBSA teams and external resources

●      Deepen partnerships with outside resources—including third-party vendors

●      Liaise with program managers across the organization and the development team to track revenue by project, invoicing criteria; create and submit reports

 Qualifications

These recommended qualifications and related work experience are suggestive in nature only and are not intended to limit or restrict applicants in any way. Alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. We encourage all applicants who believe their skills and experience are sufficient to do the job well to apply.

●      BA degree or equivalent

●      Minimum of four years project management experience

●      Commitment to supporting individuals living with a mental health condition

●       Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete multi-faceted projects in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

●      Knowledge of project management tools and principles

●      Strong analytical abilities, computation, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

●      Ability to create reports, presentations for internal and external audiences

●      Effective written and verbal communications skills

●      Knowledge of budgets, finance, and contract management

●      Ability to work well independently and as part of a team

●      Working knowledge of Google Analytics, SEO, as well as database systems; experience with Raiser's Edge a plus

●      Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required

Benefits

Additional Salary Information: $44,000 - $49,000 annually

This is a full-time position with benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, 401K and life insurance. Position will primarily work standard hours of 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, flexible start/end times possible. Periodic evening or weekend hours may be required.

This position will be remote/work from home to start and will eventually transition to DBSA’s National Office. 

Professional Level

DEDICATION TO AN EQUITABLE WORKPLACE

DBSA is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees, and to providing employees with a work environment free of any form of discrimination and harassment. DBSA is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through our equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

At DBSA, we make a point to celebrate our differences and respect each other's unique perspectives. In fact, it is core to the work we do. DBSA encourages our employees to bring their authentic selves to work, where they receive a wholehearted welcome.

How To Apply

Please direct resume and cover letter for consideration