Volunteers
ROLE
Endeavour is looking for a volunteer to join the Consulting Division as a Project Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for managing 2 or 3 engagements per project cycle.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the following areas:
Project Preparation
- Attend Orientation Session and help teams with project set-up
- Communicate with teams prior to the start of the project to facilitate team introductions and knowledge center access
Project Performance Management
- Monitor team performance and work through review sessions, debriefs, progress reports
- Lead monthly meetings with consulting teams to address any concerns, answer questions, and flag issues that arise
- Provide support to team as needed (i.e. help direct them to resources, appropriate advisors)
- Report any issues with consulting teams to Co-Directors of Project Management
- Attend training and review sessions in each round (if applicable)
Team Communications
- Maintain communications with consulting teams on timelines, resources, events, deliverables, and other relevant information
QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous Endeavour volunteer experience is an asset
- Previous project management experience is an asset
- Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills
- Availability to attend and assist in facilitating review sessions
- Strong motivation and initiative to take the lead in carrying out responsibilities, and identifying and implementing new initiatives to enhance project experience
- Ability to collaborate and deliver results in a virtual work environment
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Long-term commitment (1-2+ years) to Endeavour Volunteer Consulting for Non-Profits
- Available to travel to subway-accessible meeting spaces in the Toronto area
BENEFITS
- This role will provide you with the opportunity to develop processes to help consulting teams work better together and produce better results.
- Strengthen and broaden your leadership and management skills and experiences
- Build relationships with a diverse group of professionals and leaders in consulting, industry, the social sector and academia
- Contribute to the strategic directions and successes of a growing non-profit organization
- Future opportunities to volunteer in other capacities and divisions within Endeavour
- Flexible schedule
APPLICATION
Documents Required:
- Cover Letter and Resume
Subject Line: Application for Endeavour Project Manager
Email: recruitment@endeavourvolunteer.ca