Who We Are:

ICMA is at the core of creating better communities. Serving more than 13,000 members globally, we are the world's leading association of professional city and county managers and other employees who serve local governments.

At ICMA, we take the concept of local government leadership and management further into the future. Through our mission and passion to advance professional local government, we help communities deliver innovative services, empower resident engagement, enable economic development, strengthen leadership, uphold ethics, and provide forward-thinking management.

We ensure a diverse and inclusive workplace by welcoming people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives and by learning from each other, individually and collectively.

A Great Opportunity:

Do you have prior experience supporting renewable energy programs? Does making an impact on our environment by creating sustainable communities excite you? If the answer is yes, we have an excellent opportunity waiting for you!

ICMA, in partnership with DOE and IREC, established SolSmart as a national recognition and no-cost technical assistance program for local governments - aimed at driving greater solar deployment and making it possible for even more American homes and businesses to access affordable and renewable solar energy to meet their electricity needs. To learn more about the program visit: www.solsmart.org.

We are currently seeking a part-time Senior Project Manager to join our Global Program Management Team. The position is responsible for the management and oversight of several solar related programs. The position may supervise assigned home office project staff and subcontractors/subgrantees, oversees financial management and reporting, ensures contract compliance and technical performance. The position serves as the Home Office liaison and point of contact for funders and partners. The Senior Project Manager plays a leadership role in new business and proposal development and represents ICMA on projects at conferences/events.

The part-time Senior Project Manager reports to the Project Director or the Director of Funded Technical Assistance Programs.

What You'll Do:

General Management/Technical Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee project technical and financial performance, recruitment/hiring, and compliance functions.
• Support the Project Director in the management and supervision of home office staff and subcontractors.
• May directly supervise Assistant Project Managers or Project Managers and provide guidance and training to them in project management. Provide relevant training to field office staff and/or subcontractors in ICMA processes and procedures.
• Identify and assign appropriate technical and human resources assistance to accomplish project goals.
• Identify gaps in human resource needs and capacities, and together with the Project Director provide training and subject matter expertise to fill those gaps.
• In coordination with ICMA's finance and contracts team, leads project start-up and close-out activities and conduct interim operational project reviews.
• Proactively identify and analyze areas of risk, advise project team on solutions and preventative measures, escalate as needed and seek guidance.
• In coordination with the Project Director, identify opportunities for cross-fertilization among projects to support learning and the development of technical outputs and deliverables as well as contributions to business development.
• Communicate program requirements and work expectations and track progress.
• In collaboration with the Project Director, facilitate project planning sessions with internal, business and partner agency stakeholders to determine the scope, objectives, and performance goals of the project.
• Establish and monitor performance metrics and goals for programs, including process measures, outcomes measures and financial measures.
• Work closely with the Project Director and/or technical program team to develop, provide input to and review/provide quality control to projects products, services, trainings and deliverables.

Financial Management and Contract Compliance

• Oversee financial management and reporting on projects to ensure funds are utilized as intended. Oversee and approve budgets and financial decisions and identify need for budget realignments. Responsible for budget creation, financial analysis, tracking of obligated funding and reviewing expenditures and invoices monthly.
• Oversee the preparation/review of monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports for the Global Program Management Team and client.

Communications/Representation

• Manage relationships with internal team, project partners, subcontractors/grantees and consultants, and ensure compliance and conduct quality assurance of deliverables.
• Manage the relationship with the client/funder.
• Effectively communicate program performance results to ICMA team and senior leadership.

Business and Proposal Development

• Identify opportunities and contribute to the assessment of organizational strengths and weaknesses relative to opportunities. May lead proposals and contribute to technical writing, technical reviews, recruitment, and budget development/pricing analysis.

What You Need To Be Successful In This Role:

• Bachelor's Degree in Sustainability, Marketing, Public Administration, Business, Economics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Eight (8)+ years of related experience managing funded projects (domestic and/or international)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in related discipline

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Substantial project management experience, preferably on federally-funded programs, or programs funded by governments, foundations, private sector and/or multilateral organizations in the governance sector
• Demonstrated interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills working with diverse audiences to convey ideas, collaborate, and sustain productive working relationships
• Expertise in related technical area
• Exceptional skills in written and oral communication
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, and Power Point
• Project and program management skills
• Prior training in and experience with US Government Federal Rules and Regulations
• Knowledge of Uniform Guidance, FAR and AIDAR rules and regulations (where appropriate)
• Demonstrated experience in procurement processes, contract compliance, and budgeting
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in diverse work environments while demonstrating cultural sensitivity and respect
• Ability to make timely and sound decisions based on accurate judgment
• Demonstrated presentation skills
• Knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, intranet, and virtual communication platforms

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is typically performed in a home office environment free from hazards or unpleasant environmental conditions.
• Work may require domestic travel up to 25% of time.
• Work may involve occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasionally requires work to be performed outside with exposure to temperature and climate extremes.

What We Can Offer You:

• Remote work environment
• A collegial working environment where teamwork and individual contributions are valued
• A competitive salary
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer sponsored health, dental, life, disability, and employee assistance benefits
• Paid time off to include vacation, sick leave, holidays, and floating days
• Generous retirement plan
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development

This position is based out of ICMA's headquarters, located in Washington, D.C. Currently, all ICMA staff are working remotely. The selected individual must be able to work the core business hours from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm EST. Our office will remain operational and accessible for staff to use on a voluntary basis, subject to local COVID-19 guidelines.

The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

As a federal government contractor subject to Executive Order 14042, ICMA requires its Colleagues to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they are approved for a reasonable accommodation based on a disability (including a medical condition) or sincerely-held religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated. Colleagues must provide proof of full vaccination prior to their start date or obtain a legally-required accommodation from the vaccination requirement.

EEO Statement:

At ICMA, we strive to promote and sustain a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging every day. ICMA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or on any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for ICMA job opportunities.