Job Title - Freelance/Contract Project Manager
Organization: Livingston's Way - Wave Makers Program
Location: West Palm Beach, FL
About Us: We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to fueling environmental awareness through the promotion of educational media. We aim to fuse science and entrepreneurship to empower the next generation through STEM programming, educational scholarships, and educational media. We are looking for a diligent Project Manager who excels in Marketing, Digital Content, Communications, and Event Execution.
Job Summary: The Freelance/Contract Project Manager will oversee and manage various projects and events related to our educational and conservation efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in marketing, digital marketing, and event execution. Important to have a proven track record of managing and executing marketing projects from inception to completion, ensuring all deliverables meet the highest standards and align with our mission and goals. This candidate must have digital content experience, exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail. They will be required to work in our West Palm Beach office and must be able to work independently. We are looking for someone passionate about education, conservation, and joy in creating opportunities for students throughout Florida!
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Management for Content and Online Education: Lead and manage multiple marketing and digital marketing projects that drive environmental education and engagement around conservation
- Project Management for Events: Organize and manage events related to education and conservation, including workshops, seminars, and community outreach programs, ensuring timely delivery, within scope and budget
- Community Outreach to Teachers, Schools, and Parents: Engagement and Fundraising - plan and execute community outreach to teachers, schools, and parents throughout Florida. Help drive student participation in programs. Must have strong communication skills and entrepreneurial spirit with passion around conservation and education.
- Fundraising: Ability to coordinate outreach to potential sponsors and individual donors to drive fundraising for programs.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
- Marketing Expertise: Utilize extensive marketing knowledge to drive project success, including SEO, content marketing, social media, email marketing, videos, and analytics.
- Digital Marketing Proficiency: Implement marketing campaigns, including social media and website. Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote educational and conservation programs.
- Budget Management: Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring all projects are delivered on time and within financial constraints.
- Team Coordination: Coordinate with internal teams, freelancers, and external vendors to ensure seamless project execution of content and in-person events.
- Performance Tracking: Monitor and report on project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques. Provide regular updates and recommendations for improvement.
- Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation, including project plans, reports, and performance metrics.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of five years of marketing and event experience, preferably focusing on nonprofit or educational initiatives
- Proven project management experience with a history of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with social media - specifically YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative
- Passionate about conservation and education
- Event management experience is highly desirable
- Experience managing partnerships and collaborations is very helpful
- Experience in the education sector is a plus but not required
- Experience producing podcasts is a plus but not required
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree required
- Must be able to work on-site in West Palm Beach
- Ability to travel within Florida as needed for project-related activities
- Strong digital expertise required
- This is a freelance/contractor role
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, references, and any relevant work to info@wavemakersimpact.org. Please include "Freelance/Contract Project Manager Application" in the subject line of your email.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour
Experience level:
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Education:
Experience:
- marketing and event: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- West Palm Beach, FL (Required)
Work Location: In person