Project Manager - Not-For-Profit Software

Full Job Description

We are looking for an experienced, organised Project Manager to join our team at Zentso in the UK.

We are a leading technology consultancy and CRM specialists for Not-for-Profits.

As experts in integration and developing bespoke add-on solutions, we can transform our clients into high-performing organisations through the cost-effective use of progressive technology.

We can support organisations to fully utilise what they have or select, develop and implement new systems.

As an independent consultancy, we choose to partner with leading technology providers and give valuable guidance to help our clients.

About the Role

You will be client-facing, working on various projects concurrently and responsible for project managing the implementation of either Salesforce or iMIS solutions for clients through the entire project life cycle – post-sales to post-go-live.

You will have ultimate accountability for the overall success of the client projects that are assigned to you and you will be required to;

• Track and review project budget vs. actual project costs
• Manage and coordinate cross-functional resources to deliver the required work
• Manage the client relationship. Work closely with the client on a regular basis to ensure project progress and maintain constant open communication
• Review and document project scope changes
• Prepare project schedule and client-facing/internal status reports
• Identify risks and issues and escalate, as necessary
• Track and review individual and project team utilisation and revise forecasted hours throughout the duration of the project
• Account management of some current clients with ongoing projects
• You will log all your time in the company project management system

What we are looking for:

• Experience in project managing software implementation projects, preferably CRM systems
• Experience of working with or in a not-for-profit organisation and an understanding of how not-for-profits operate
• Understanding of project management methodologies (certification desired)
• Experience working within a consultancy (desirable)

Required Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with all levels of management
• Excellent influencing skills and the ability to bring teams together
• Great spoken and written communication
• A team player with the ability to lead
• Ability to self-manage and work independently
• IT-savvy

Benefits:

• Remote and flexible working
• Competitive pay
• Monthly physical activity allowance
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Company (NEST) Pension

The role is remote, but you may be required to attend client/staff meetings in person from time to time. We can organise shared office premises should you wish to work outside of your own home and to allow for a good work-life balance – we have a London office where we co-work, based in Camden.

This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career with a well-established company!

Sounds interesting? Click the APPLY button to send your CV for immediate consideration.

Candidates with previous experience or job titles, including; Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Program Manager, Project Lead, Project Administrator, Project Analyst, Project Consultant, Project Specialist, Project Supervisor, and Project Director, may also be considered for this role.