Project Manager

Description:

Vermont Oxford Network (VON), a globally recognized nonprofit collaborative of over 1,400 hospitals and organizations, is hiring a Project Manager to lead high-impact, cross-departmental initiatives—primarily in IT—aimed at improving the quality and safety of newborn care.

This full-time position can be performed remotely from anywhere in the U.S., with optional on-site work at the Burlington, VT office. The Project Manager will play a central role in managing project life cycles from planning through completion, collaborating closely with VON's Leadership Team, stakeholders, and external vendors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of complex projects spanning operations, technology, and strategy.

• Oversee all aspects of projects including planning, communication, budget, timelines, vendor management, risk mitigation, documentation, and resource allocation.

• Collaborate with stakeholders and leadership to ensure alignment of project goals and priorities.

• Create and present documentation such as progress reports, proposals, and presentations tailored to executive-level audiences.

• Implement communication strategies to track and share updates efficiently across teams.

• Escalate issues and manage roadblocks with minimal disruption to project flow.

• Partner with the Project Management Framework Committee to refine and enforce best practices.

• Lead continuous learning to stay current with evolving methodologies (Agile, Lean, Scrum, Kaizen).

• Occasionally travel to the Burlington office for annual team collaboration (for remote employees).

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant field (or equivalent experience).

• At least 3 years of experience managing complex projects in a multi-departmental environment.

• Strong grasp of project management methodologies and frameworks.

• Demonstrated experience in IT project management and software development life cycles.

• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, Lean, or Kaizen methodologies.

• Proficiency in issue tracking and project management tools.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders.

• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to resolve conflicts constructively.

• PMP certification is a plus.

• Background in healthcare or nonprofit settings is preferred.

Work Conditions:

• Remote or onsite in Burlington, VT.

• 40-hour work week (typical hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET).

• Sedentary work with frequent use of video conferencing and digital tools.

• Remote employees are expected to travel once a year to VON’s headquarters for team engagement.