Description
WHAT MAKES VOA SPECIAL? VOA Colorado recognizes the unique needs of the older adult who needs a wheelchair ramp to stay at home safely, and the preschooler whose family needs additional resources. VOA Colorado supports veteran’s efforts to exit homelessness as well as provides a safe place for survivors of domestic violence. Wherever VOA Colorado goes, it combines relationship-building, volunteers and quality services to lift and support our neighbor’s efforts to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential.
** The Project Manager plays a pivotal role in advancing the mission of Volunteers of America Colorado by supporting a wide range of development and engagement activities. Reporting to the Vice President of Advancement and Marketing, this position works across teams to support fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship efforts, volunteer programs, special events, and internal and external communications.
This role is responsible for developing and managing project timelines, coordinating cross-functional collaboration, tracking budgets, ensuring smooth execution of strategic initiatives, and contributing to creative problem-solving. The ideal candidate thrives in a purpose-driven, fast-paced environment and demonstrates exceptional communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities
Cross-Departmental Collaboration
· Coordinate with advancement, marketing, volunteer services, and program teams to implement strategic project plans that support fundraising, communications, and engagement goals.
· Work closely with leadership to ensure clear understanding and alignment on goals, expectations, and timelines.
Project Planning and Execution
· Prepare and maintain project documentation including scopes of work, schedules, timelines, task lists, meeting notes, and status reports.
· Assist with marketing initiatives including campaign timelines, creative briefs, vendor coordination, and collateral production.
Fundraising and Donor Support
· Analyze and provide prospect research on new and current donors, as well as ongoing outcomes.
· Assist with donor communications processes.
· Track donor engagement activities and manage timelines for appeals and campaigns.
· Coordinate logistics and materials for donor and partner meetings, events, and stewardship activities.
Budget and Reporting
· Monitor and manage project budgets, including tracking expenses and reconciling invoices.
· Support regular reporting on campaign and event performance KPIs, as well as project outcomes.
Supervisory Responsibilities
· None
Salary: $65,000-$75,000 annual
Location
· 2660 Larimer Street; Denver, CO 80205
Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role, please contact HR@VOAColorado.org to begin the Interactive Process.
BENEFITS
Vacation Time
Separate Sick Time
Paid Holidays
Floating Holidays
Personal Days
Volunteer/Wellness Day
Tuition Assistance
Pension Plan
403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match
Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurances
Life Insurance
Accident Insurance
Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program
Employee Discount Program
LifeLock with Norton
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Volunteers of America is an EEO Employer
Position will Remain Open Until Filled
VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE
Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications of Position
· Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, marketing, communications, public relations, or a related field.
Certification PMP strongly desired. Master's Degree helpful.
· 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably in a nonprofit, development, or communications setting.
· Strong verbal and written communication skills.
· Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), project management tools, and donor or CRM databases.
· Ability to work well with diverse internal teams, community members, and donors.
· Passion for mission-driven work and an understanding of the nonprofit sector.
· Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends in support of events. Other duties as assigned.