Project Manager, MiWorks!

OUR ORGANIZATION:  
Kinexus Group, recently recognized as one of Nonprofit Times 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 Best Nonprofits to Work For, is a cutting-edge community development organization with growing initiatives to create an economically thriving Michigan. We are change agents who create solutions for business, workforce, and community challenges to promote economic vitality. 

Michigan Works!, a subsidiary of Kinexus Group, is proactive in seeking opportunities to enhance workforce development efforts. The Project Manager will implement an evolving list of projects that support workforce development efforts. Key working relationships for the Project Manager include collaboration with various teams throughout the organization as well as with a myriad of external partners.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

The Project Manager will oversee all aspects of successfully delivering assigned grant-funded projects with varying time frames and funding sources.  One significant project will include managing the Youth Development and Mentoring Program funded through the Michigan Department of Transportation that aims to prepare a diverse workforce with the opportunity to enhance communication skills, develop leadership qualities, and improve awareness of transportation career opportunities. The Project Manager will drive cross-team collaboration to implement quality workforce development strategies that meet the needs of job seekers and employers.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Project Manager will assume responsibility – fiscal, compliance and programmatic – for the delivery of each project. The Project Manager will:

• Ensure compliance with the project application, all applicable federal, state and other regulations listed in the project award, and adhering to organizational policies
• Plan, direct, coordinate and implement the project in collaboration with internal teams and partners
• Monitor implementation and performance; provide regular status reports.
• Track project expenses to ensure alignment with expectations.
• Maintain records suitable for audits including performance data entry into required data systems.
• Prepare and submit required reports in adherence to reporting deadlines
• Participate in and contribute to process improvements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and/or experience.
• Project management experience, particularly grant-funded projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Passionate about serving others and the community.
• Capability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and maintain confidentiality.
• Solid computer skills and ability in Microsoft, Excel, Power Point and virtual meeting platforms (ex: Google Hangout, Zoom).
• Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Must be able to lift to 25 pounds at times.
• Must be willing and able to travel approximately 30% of the time between Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Flexible and open.
• Periodic telecommute work.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US: 

• A robust onboarding experience to integrate you into our team.
• Team of Teams training in support of the organizational strategies.
• Job training and development to ensure you are established and growing in your role.
• Cross Operational Meetings with your peers.
• Exceptional benefits.
• Be a part of transformational change in Michigan.

We have unique culture that requires individuals to be BOLD, INSPIRATIONAL, ENTREPRENEURIAL and INCLUSIVE. We spend more waking hours with each other than we do with family or friends, so finding someone that adds to our culture is extremely important.

Kinexus Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids, reasonable accommodations and/or services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Michigan Relay Center: 711 Voice and TDD. Kinexus is a partner of American Job Centers.