Process Improvement Manager

Company Description

Passion for Life (P4L), a 501c nonprofit

The mission of Passion for Life is to help high school students identify their passion and help them create a plan to turn them into rewarding careers.

Our organization is growing; it has caused our organization to be proactive and think differently, resulting in developing systems and processes to help impact more youth in metro Atlanta.

Job Description

Position Overview: Passion for Life LLC is seeking a dedicated and experienced Process Improvement Manager to join our team. The Process Improvement Manager will play a vital role in enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of our programs and operations. By identifying and implementing process enhancements, this role directly contributes to the organization's ability to deliver impactful career coaching and immersive opportunities to the youth we serve.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessment: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze current processes, workflows, and operational challenges, specifically within career coaching and immersive experience programs.
  • Identify process bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement through data analysis, stakeholder feedback, and regular process reviews.
  • Collaborate with the leadership team to allocate appropriate resources, budget, and support for Process Improvement initiatives.
• Development: Develop and implement comprehensive Process Improvement strategies that align with the organization's mission and goals.
  • Lead Process Improvement initiatives from conception to execution, including designing new workflows, creating processes and documentation, and implementing changes and automation.
  • Assist with fostering a culture of continuous improvement by promoting awareness, knowledge sharing, and employee engagement in process enhancement efforts.
• Implementation: Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate team members about new processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Measurement: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the success and impact of process enhancements.
  • Monitor and track the progress of Process Improvement projects, ensuring timely execution and delivering measurable outcomes.
  • Collaborate with Research & Evaluation Team regarding data insights to inform Process Improvement planning and assessment.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience (1-2years) in Process Improvement, business analysis, or operational excellence roles.
• Strong familiarity with Process Improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to lead and oversee cross-functional teams.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and present complex ideas concisely.
• Passion for empowering and uplifting underserved youth, aligning with the organization's mission.
• Proficiency in process mapping, data visualization, and relevant software tools.
• Experience in the nonprofit sector or working with youth development programs is a plus.

To Apply: If you are excited about the prospect of transforming the lives of youth through Process Improvement initiatives and contributing to a visionary organization, please submit your resume.

 

Additional Information

Estimated time commitment: 5-6 hours/ week depending on needs, including

Monthly meetings

Weekly conference calls

Busiest period: work is consistent throughout the school year

Term limit: 3 Months (Can be extendable or volunteer for a specific project with less time commitment on mutual agreement)

Note - Unpaid Internship/Volunteer position