Operational Planning and Data Strategy Project Manager

Arnold Ventures is a philanthropy whose core objective is to maximize opportunity and minimize injustice. We are dedicated to tackling some of the most pressing problems in the United States. We invest in sustainable change, building it from the ground up based on research, deep thinking, and a strong foundation of evidence. We drive public conversation, craft policy, and inspire action through education and advocacy.

Position Overview

Arnold Ventures’ Operational Planning and Data Strategy team (OPD) is an autonomous unit within the larger Arnold Ventures operations team that is responsible for: cross-ops team coordination and communication with the larger organization; project planning and leadership of cross-operations projects; and design of all customizable software tools used for the collection and monitoring of AV partner relationships (i.e., Salesforce, Quorum, SurveyMonkey, DocuSign). In pursuit of these responsibilities, OPD identifies, develops, and implements data collection and operational processes that deliver maximally feasible efficiency, compliance, and usability to Arnold Ventures’ operations teams, programmatic teams, and leadership.

Reporting to the Director of OPD, the Project Manager will support OPD project and task assessment, planning, and completion, including collaborating across diverse teams to draft and execute on project plans and creating user-friendly documentation, training materials, and templates that simplify complex and technical content for non-technical audiences. The position will be based in our Houston, TX office.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage the intake process for cross-team projects and tasks, including assessing need, impact, and alignment with organizational goals
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans that succinctly and clearly communicate scope, timelines, resources, and deliverables  
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution
• Create user-friendly documentation (templates, guides, training materials), prioritizing usability through design choices, selection of medium, and effective translation of complex information into simple, actionable guidance
• Develop and deliver training sessions and workshops to equip team members with the knowledge and skills needed to follow internal procedures, adhere to organizational policies, and utilize Salesforce and other platforms? 
• Design templates and tools to streamline project management and enhance consistency across project documentation and deliverables
• Gather feedback from stakeholders to refine project execution approaches

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• 5 years of experience in project management or similar internal operations support function
• Strong understanding of Salesforce, Microsoft office suite, and their application in project management
• Outstanding analytical and critical thinking skills
• Exceptional project manager with extraordinary organization skills and proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)    
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex and often data-heavy or technical information into clear, actionable content
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders

The salary range for this position will be $90,000-$120,000.

Benefits Overview

Arnold Ventures is committed to providing a robust and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our current benefits package includes 100% paid employee premiums for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance; 20 days of paid time off, 16 paid holidays (including a winter break from December 24 to January 1), a hybrid policy that includes four days in office and one flexible day for remote work, and a summer schedule with alternating Fridays off beginning on Memorial Day and ending on Labor Day; paid parental leave; a 401k retirement savings plan with an employer match, profit-share contribution, and immediate vesting; pre-tax transit benefits; a professional development stipend; a charitable giving stipend; and an employee assistance program.

Our Culture and Core Values

Our culture seeks to inspire and empower our people to innovate and develop bold ideas that will help Arnold Ventures achieve lasting impact. Our culture, and the core values that support it, should create an environment that spurs our team to think outside the box, feel comfortable pushing the boundaries of what is possible, and signal confidence in our team’s ability to make change happen through our philanthropic efforts. Although not an exhaustive list, below you’ll find examples of Arnold Ventures’ work culture. 

• We are adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity
• We are intellectually curious, open-minded, objective, humble, collegial, and receptive to feedback
• We are action-oriented with strong self-direction and self-motivation skills with the ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects
• We are able to interact confidently and collaboratively with team members and navigate relationships with external experts, government leaders, advocates, and individuals 

Arnold Ventures’ values reflect who we are as an organization, help us accelerate our strategic goals, strengthen our resolve, anchor us to our mission, and guide our decision-making. The successful candidate will also demonstrate the following core values that inspire the Arnold Ventures team to make a difference.

• Respect for Ourselves & Others
• Audacious Action
• Collaborative Engagement
• Depth of Thought
• Clear Communication

Arnold Ventures is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military/veteran status, or any basis prohibited by applicable law. 

Acknowledging the importance of diverse perspectives, Arnold Ventures is committed to employing individuals from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of experiences. Members of historically marginalized communities and candidates who have been impacted by the systems we are seeking to change are strongly encouraged to apply.