What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at North Lawndale Employment Network?
Company Description
The North Lawndale Employment Network (NLEN) was established in 1999 to improve the earning potential of the North Lawndale Community through innovative employment programs. NLEN focuses on providing employment services and transitional jobs to residents, including formerly incarcerated individuals and those facing significant barriers to employment. The organization collaborates with employers, advocates for low-income job seekers, and empowers individuals with financial tools and literacy. NLEN operates two wholly-owned subsidiaries and social impact businesses to create jobs through the beelove cafe and Sweet Beginnings, LLC, which produces local urban honey and honey-infused skincare products under the beelove brand.
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Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role( remote work is an option) for an experienced Project Manager at North Lawndale Employment Network, located on the west side of the North Lawndale community. The Project Manager will be responsible for expediting, project management, and logistics planning for social justice and impact businesses the beelove cafe site expansion, and sweet beginnings product development.
Qualifications
- Expeditor and Expediting skills
- Project Management expertise
- Proficiency in developing processes
- budget management
- Logistics Management capabilities
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Experience in retail or operations and workforce development, a plus
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000