Project Manager Ii - Philanthropy

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

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Fred Hutch’s Philanthropy program raises funds for cancer and related disease research, care, and education to help Fred Hutch become the world’s best cancer center. Since the April 2022 merger that led to the formation of Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Fred Hutch has served as the cancer program for UW Medicine, and Philanthropy is proud to raise funds that fuel the adult oncology program on behalf of both Fred Hutch and UW Medicine.

 

Following board approval of an ambitious, 10-year comprehensive campaign, our team of more than 100 will grow to more than 150 over the next three years. Philanthropy staff implement high-performing, relationship-based fundraising programs that engage and inspire thousands of supporters who are passionate about preventing and eliminating cancer and infectious disease. Our FY24 goals include nearly doubling our annual fundraising, deepening our patient family fundraising, and advancing the first phase our comprehensive campaign through Fred Hutch’s 50th anniversary in 2025. Our success is made possible through a deep commitment to an inclusive environment and operational excellence.

 

This position will be onsite minimum 2 days per week at our South Lake Union campus. Cover letters should be submited with your application. 

TheProject Manager II (PMII) is a member of the Philanthropy team and reports to the Director of Project Management and Planning, Advancement Services (AS). The AS team includes seven integrated and collaborative work groups including Learning and Development, Prospect Management and Research, Data Reporting and Analytics, Software Integration Programming, Gift Services and Data Management, Project Management, and Gift and Estate Management.

The PMII is an individual contributor that leads moderately complex technology focused projects, drives for results, and works collaboratively with other team members to ensure the successful delivery and implementation of projects. The ideal candidate will have a background working on technical projects and the ability to ramp up quickly on new technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate and implement projects or phases of projects as assigned; develop the project charter, define project goals, requirements, deliverables and scope, and identify risks and develop risk mitigation plans
• Partner with project sponsors to understand goals and scope of assigned projects; develop and execute project communication plans
• Assemble and work with various project team members and external partners to ultimately obtain project deliverables within specified timelines
• Provide project administration, including developing project plans using project management software; scheduling meetings, composing reports, meeting minutes and calendars; creating and updating workflow diagrams; and creating and maintaining online project workspaces (e.g. SharePoint sites, etc.)
• Coordinate internal resources and delegate work assignments, setting expectations, monitoring delegated activities and collecting deliverables throughout the project life cycle
• Manage requests for changes to scope, schedule or budget; design risk mitigation plans and work with project sponsors and/or stakeholders to reassess or reprioritize project goals as appropriate
• Successfully manage multiple projects or phases of projects in varied environments and while adapting to different project needs, constraints and barriers
• Facilitates cross departmental communication – works with various departments and vendors to ensure successful project outcomes
• Stays knowledgeable in a broad spectrum of technologies; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Skillfully identifies, analyzes, resolves or escalates problems/issues in a timely and appropriate manner; develops alternative solutions; facilitates resolution by working well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or a high school diploma and at least four years of progressively complex administrative coordination experience
• Minimum of two years of project management experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software
• Understanding of project management methodology and best practices
• Experience collaborating and coordinating technical issues with technical resources; strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to drive solutions to problems through project teams
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to adapt in a rapidly changing environment
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills 
• Ability to work independently, prioritize work, meet deadlines, and efficiently toggle between projects without jeopardizing outcomes
• Ability to take initiative, build relationships, and work in a cross functional team environment
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed
• Ability to handle and respect confidential and sensitive information

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of Smartsheet and/or other project management systems (Asana, Microsoft Project, etc.)
• Advanced skills with CRM and databases; experience with The Raiser’s Edge/RENXT
• Understanding of fundraising standards and methodologies
• Experience working with complex data sets
• Comfortable working within a complex organization

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

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The annual base salary range for this position is from $80,434 to $120,619, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months). 

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.