Project Manager

About Harvest Hope Food Bank

Embark on a fulfilling journey at Harvest Hope Food Bank, where your talents play a vital role in our mission to end hunger. As the largest hunger-relief organization in South Carolina, serving 20 counties, we annually distribute 30 million pounds of food across the Midlands, Pee Dee, and Upstate regions. Our dynamic nonprofit values innovation, collaboration, and diversity, offering a uniquely rewarding experience for employees dedicated to making a meaningful difference in their communities. Join our dedicated team in building a hunger-free tomorrow through active engagement with nearly 400 partner agencies. Together, we strive to address food insecurity and positively impact lives across the state.

Logistics & Work Environment:

This full-time position is primarily based in an office environment at our Midlands (Columbia) branch.

Standard hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., totaling 37.5 hours per week, though occasional response to organizational needs outside of regular hours may be necessary.

A Day in the Life:

The Project Manager at Harvest Hope Food Bank (HHFB) will oversee and drive strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, donor engagement, and community impact. This role requires a highly organized and proactive leader who can coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure the successful execution of projects that support our mission to fight hunger in South Carolina.

The ideal candidate is a results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced nonprofit environment and is passionate about using excel and other platforms to drive awareness and donor engagement.

Project Planning and Execution

• Develop, manage, and track project plans, timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful project execution.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment across departments such as Operations, Marketing, Philanthropy, and Programs.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure goals are met.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to track project success and provide regular updates to leadership.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders.

Operational and Process Improvement

• Analyze current workflows and processes to identify areas for efficiency improvements.
• Implement project management best practices to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
• Develop standardized processes for recurring projects to ensure consistency and sustainability.
• Lead post-project evaluations to assess impact, capture lessons learned and refine future strategies.

Engagement and Communication

• Serve as the central point of contact for project-related communications, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and updates for senior leadership, donors, and key stakeholders.
• Work closely with community partners, vendors, and funding sources to support project goals and initiatives.
• Coordinate grant-funded projects, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and reporting deadlines.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring expenses align with financial goals and funding requirements.
• Oversee resource allocation, ensuring teams have the necessary tools and support to execute projects effectively.
• Identify opportunities to leverage existing resources to maximize impact.

To Qualify for this Position, you must have:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, Business Administration, project management or related study.
• Project Management Profession (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years project management experience in non-profit, healthcare, food service, or education sectors.
• Self-starter, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in project management software, preferred.
• Excellent communications, interpersonal and customer service skills; comfortable with public speaking.
• Must be able to clearly articulate HHFB's mission.
• Ability to relate effectively and professionally with other staff, volunteers, agency representatives and the public.

Thrive

We offer competitive pay ranging from $55,000 - 65,000 annually, equal with experience and qualifications.

SOME OF THE VAST REWARDS OF WORKING HERE

As we work to eliminate hunger throughout, we state, we also work to care for our teams' professional and personal growth and well-being.

• Full support and career development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise and maximize your potential along your career journey.
• A diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates empower each other.
• Generous Total Rewards Plan - comprising health, finance, and wealth work/life balance.
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Annual Leave - the longer you work here, the more you earn.