Job#: 3033724 Job Description:Remote
30.00hr on W2
1 month contract
Key Projects:
This role will contribute to managing 20+ workstreams, maintaining a master project schedule, coordinating meetings and follow-ups, and preparing executive-ready materials for leadership reviews.
Candidate Requirements Disqualifiers:- Experience working at a large company
- 2-3 years of project/program management experience)
- Or cannot provide required work samples will not be eligible for the role.
Best vs. Average:
The ideal resume would contain experience managing large portfolios of programs, strong stakeholder and executive presence, and preferably prior experience within Microsoft support/CENS organizations, enabling faster ramp-up.
- Experience working in a large corporate environment
- 2-3+ years of project/program management experience
- Strong organizational skills with ability to coordinate meetings, track action items, and follow up with stakeholders
- Familiarity with standard business tools (Outlook, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, short-term engagement
- Availability to support Pacific Time hours (preferred)
- Program & Portfolio Management (Large, Multi-Workstream)
Proven ability to manage a large portfolio of programs and projects, including master schedules, dependencies, follow-ups, and coordination across 20+ workstreams.
Executive-Ready Slide Development (PowerPoint)Ability to create executive-level slideware-not just bullets, but clear visual storytelling suitable for leadership and executive reviews. Slide samples were explicitly requested as part of the assessment. Hard Skills Assessments
Expected Dates that Hard Skills Assessments will be scheduled: ASAP
Hard Skills Assessment Process: The assessment process will include a single interviewer (sponsor) conducting interviews via Teams, with a focus on project/program experience and review of submitted work samples.
? Required Candidate Preparation: Candidates should have executive-ready slide samples (and optionally project plans) submitted with resumeSummary:
The main function of a non-IT program manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based project.
Job Responsibilities:
Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
Present and explain proposals, reports and findings to clients.
May recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
Skills:
Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
Basic ability to work independently and manage one's time.
Basic knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
Basic knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
PMI or PMP certification preferred.
0-2 years experience required.
EEO Employer
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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
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