Project Manager, Funding Agreements

Our Vision:
To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City's diverse people and businesses.

Our Mission:
Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

Position Overview:

The Project Manager ("PM") is responsible for managing a portfolio of funding agreement projects from initial assignment through final payment and contract closeout. This role requires demonstrated project management skills, critical thinking, and the ability to navigate complex requirements and timelines. The PM collaborates with internal and external partners to develop capitally eligible project scopes, obtain City approvals, and monitor project implementation.

The position requires external communication with non-profit clients regarding their financial and political condition, so the PM must tactfully handle sensitive subjects to advance projects. The PM is responsible for managing project documentation and understanding and monitoring the financial progress of a project through its financing and requisitions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

* Manage a large portfolio of funding agreement projects at various stages of completion by coordinating the work of funding recipients, attorneys, multiple funding sources (such as banks), City agencies, etc.

* Work with funding recipients to access in-house and external resources, effectively navigate governmental processes, and adhere to detailed standards.

* Liaise with partner agencies including the Law Department, Office of Management and Budget, and the Department of Cultural Affairs to advance required approvals.

* Communicate with funding recipients and internal clients in a clear, consistent, tactful way that considers unique political circumstances and other relevant information like financial and staff capacity.

* Maintain accurate project records, analyzing project deliverables, and reviewing requisition and funding documents and other pertinent project records.

* Develop and apply relevant skills in financial analysis and contract review.

* Identify and suggest new tools and opportunities to streamline existing processes to implement projects more effectively.

* Assist with annual reporting and other departmental duties as assigned.

* Assist with the department's programming efforts, such as developing presentations and other duties as assigned.

* Assist with data collection, maintenance of department Excel dashboards, and reporting specific to the Funding Agreements project portfolio.

* Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

* Bachelor's Degree required;
Finance or Economics background preferred but not required.

* At least 1 year of relevant experience; non-profit or public service experience is preferred.

* Demonstrated project management skills.

* Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver presentations.

* Demonstrated attention to detail and analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.

* Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).

* Demonstrated ability to work proactively and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

* Demonstrated quantitative skills, particularly in Excel.

* Knowledge of New York City's communities and political landscape.

* A cover letter is required to be considered for this position.

* New York City residence is required within 180 days of hire.

Salary Range

$68,000-$70,000 USD

About Us:

 New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play;

and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy.

NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:

* Generous employer subsidized health insurance

* Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

* Vision and hearing benefits

* Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care

* Short term and long-term disability coverage

* 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage

* Up to 25 vacation days

* Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays

* Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks

* Retirement savings programs

* Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan

* 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan

* Tuition Reimbursement program

* Continuing education and professional development

* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

* College savings plan

* Backup childcare

* Gym membership discounts

* A  membership for mindfulness and mental health…