CDC Project Manager; Remote

Description

Please note:

This role is contingent upon a contract award. While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award.

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We are hiring a Project Manager to work with our federal health clients on critical public health projects. The role involves working closely with senior management and a multidisciplinary team. The Project Manager must have at least five years of experience managing large communications contracts, focusing on schedule, budget, quality, outcomes, and deadlines. Responsibilities include overseeing project phases, budget management, developing workflows, leading teams, mitigating risks, and providing technical assistance.

Experience with stakeholders and guiding teams to high standards is essential.

Job Location: Work schedule is remote, however candidates in Atlanta, GA or Washington, DC metro areas are highly preferred for client site meetings.

• Lead and manage the day-to-day execution of the campaign, ensuring all tasks and milestones are completed on time.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (e.g., creative, marketing, sales, and external agencies) to ensure alignment with campaign goals.
• Oversee campaign planning in a system like Smartsheet, and ensure all activities and timelines are updated in real time.
• Work with clients, stakeholders, and senior leadership to develop campaign objectives and strategies.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Conduct meetings with staff and contractors, deliver meeting notes within 24 hours, develop document templates, initiate workflows, and assist with production.
• Launch and monitor campaigns across multiple channels, including digital marketing, social media, paid media, and public relations.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders, including team members, clients, or management, on campaign progress and key performance indicators.
• Prepare post-campaign reports, including detailed analysis of results, lessons learned, and recommendations for future campaigns.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required (required by federal government for the position)
• Bachelor’s degree in public health, health communication, health education, marketing, public relations, social sciences, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in consulting project management with large programs.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or related certifications
• Master’s degree in communications, public health, social sciences, business, or associated disciplines a plus
• Experience with CDC program/project management
• Experience with public health programs related to cancer prevention, women’s and reproductive health preferred
• Knowledge of HHS and CDC culture and processes
• Experience with health promotion campaigns
• Experience with media buying and paid social strategies.
• Experience working in an agency environment or with clients.
• Prior award-winning campaign experience a plus

• Strong project management skills, including planning, organization, and multitasking.
• Excellent interpersonal (verbal, written), active listening, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheets, Asana, Trello, ) and MS Office Suite.
• Strong leadership, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work collaboratively and establish strong working relationships with colleagues and clients

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