Project Specialist Regional Leader Support / USA: Evanston IL

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Job Title:
            Specialist, Regional Leader Support 
Area:                   
Programs and Member Services
Reports to:
         Manager, Regional Leader Support
Classification:    
Exempt
Location:
            Evanston, IL
(Currently working remote but will return to office - must be willing to relocate or currently live in the Chicagoland area)
Organization Overview
Rotary is a membership organization that unites people from all continents and cultures who take action to deliver real, long-term solutions to pressing issues facing our communities and the world. Each year, Rotary members expand their networks, build lasting relationships, and invest more than $200 million and 16 million volunteer hours to improve lives and create positive change in the world. In exchange for hard work and dedication in support of Rotarys clubs, members and other participants, and their humanitarian service projects, our employees receive competitive salaries, flexible schedules, comprehensive benefits, and job enrichment. To learn more, visit 
****Rotarys Commitment to Diversity
As a global network that strives to build a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change, Rotary values diversity and celebrates the contributions of people of all backgrounds, regardless of their age, ethnicity, race, color, abilities, religion, socioeconomic status, culture, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
Overview
This position performs project management and coordination for approximately 200 executive-level volunteers worldwide at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.. These volunteers serve as fundraising, public image, and membership experts for Rotary.  You will have the opportunity to develop and implement complex team projects, communications, and consult on change management plans. You will work closely with colleagues in the Regional Leader Support team and other departments to improve business processes that support Rotary members who are experts in fundraising, member engagement, marketing and branding, and grant projects.
You Will Have
Bachelors degree required
1-2 years experience in project management
Strong organizational skills and orientation toward collaborative-based projects and work styles essential.
Capacity to multi-task and integrate knowledge on multiple, complex projects
Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform well under pressure
Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (including Sharepoint) and surveying software
Proactive approach to professional development, on-the-job training, and skill enhancement
Knowledge of research and evaluation tools preferred.
You Are Good At
Managing and implementing complex projects, including managing colleagues assigned to project
Communicating effectively in writing and verbally with colleagues and volunteers
Applying formal project management methodologies and implementation
You Will Be Responsible For
Project Management and Implementation
Design and execute significant Regional Leader Support (RLS) projects, including year-round regional leader reporting and evaluation, appointments, and train participant preparation and support.
Specific responsibilities include setting up project documentation, defining success indicators and risks, identifying resource and other project dependencies, monitoring project progress, advising on communications and messaging making as-needed adjustments, closing out project, and applying learnings to future iterations and other projects.
 Serve as project support on other key projects, including regional leader training events, distance learning, communications, and senior leader engagement
Liaise with key internal stakeholders, including Information Technology and Business Intelligence Reporting to ensure regional leader access to Rotarys online tools.
Coordinate with team members and external colleagues to ensure project tasks, requirements, deadlines and schedules are on track
Oversee any team documentation and process change requests
Leads project status meetings and quarterly project mapping discussions.
 Communications
Work with Engagement Lead to critically analyze and improve communications tracks of RLS projects. Ensures team communication plans are effectively executed and supported
Draft messaging and/or develops communications for key projects.
Develop Board items as assigned
Reporting and Analysis
Implement qualitative and quantitative analysis process of regional leaders activities and outcomes  
Develop surveys and evaluation metrics for regional leaders and related constituents
Troubleshoot program requests and issues
Strategy
Collaborate with Associate Manager and Manager to critically analyze and define areas of improve in RLS projects and processes.
Consult with RLS colleagues assigned to projects to assess project process, assess risks and opportunities, and ensure deliverables are on track.
Identify opportunities to streamline and/or eliminate unneeded and/or redundant business processes.
Recommends business process improvement and enhancements to support team operations
Additional Responsibilities
Maintain accurate internal data for regional and senior leaders.
Contribute to annual and long-range plans and goals.
Opportunity to travel to support regional leaders as appropriate.
Train and support team members
Other duties as assigned.
Leadership Attributes
Communication:
Be open to receiving ideas from diverse viewpoints and able to communicate messages so that they are universally understood.
Collaboration:
Build partnerships and work with others to meet shared objectives
Adaptability:
Respond to changes willingly and recognize when to adjust based on the situation
Accountability:
Have a clear sense of ownership and take personal responsibility for actions
Productivity:
Achieve results that move Rotary toward its goals
Why work for Rotary?
Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits package
Progressive 401k matching contributions
Above market and generous paid time off package
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
On-site cafeteria and coffee bar with special pricing for Rotary employees
Flextime-several different work schedules to choose from
Close to CTA, Metra, a variety of stores, and many food options
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