Co-Director, Project Management

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join Our Leadership Team as Co-Director, Project Management Endeavour is looking for a dedicated volunteer to join the Consulting Division as a Co-Director of Project Management. In this leadership role, you will be instrumental in ensuring each client engagement is successful for our volunteers, clients, and Endeavour. You will help shape project delivery standards, support project volunteers, and contribute to strengthening Endeavour’s overall project management excellence. Core Responsibilities Managing the Project Management Committee, consisting of 4–6 Project Managers (PMs), each supporting 2–3 engagements per project cycle. Facilitating and leading initiatives to streamline and automate project management processes, aiming to improve efficiency, consistency, and overall effectiveness across engagements. Facilitating and organizing Endeavour’s Mid-Term and Final Review sessions. Managing email communication with volunteer Consultants and Engagement Managers. Additional Responsibilities Support volunteer PMs, offering guidance, mentorship, and escalation support throughout each project cycle. Collaborate with other Co-Directors and the Consulting Division leadership to ensure smooth operations and a consistent volunteer experience. Foster a positive and collaborative team culture, encouraging knowledge sharing, professional development, and continuous improvement among volunteer PMs. Support Engagement Manager and Project Advisor onboarding by coordinating email invitations and assisting with orientation training sessions. Project Management Optimization Identify and implement opportunities to automate key project management processes, enhancing consistency, reducing manual workload, and improving overall project delivery. Drive process improvement, including initiatives to streamline, standardize, and automate project management systems and workflows to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Project Preparation Attend the Orientation Session at the beginning of each consulting cycle/round and provide new volunteers with information regarding the Project Management resources available to them throughout the duration of their consulting project. Assign each PM to a set of consulting engagements at the start of each consulting cycle/round. Project Updates Provide support/guidance to PMs in response to any issues/challenges (e.g., team dynamic issues, leadership challenges, client communication problems, scope creep, etc.) that may arise during each project, and elevate as appropriate to senior leadership. Schedule monthly calls/meetings with each PM to receive updates on the current status of each engagement. Present brief updates on the status of each consulting project to VP of Consulting on a monthly basis and to Endeavour’s Executive team at quarterly executive meetings. Mid-term & Final Review Sessions Organize, host, and facilitate the Mid-term and Final Review sessions during each consulting cycle/round. Communication & Logistics Provide strategic oversight of volunteer communications through the centralized inbox, ensuring timely responses and effective coordination across the team. Qualifications Previous Endeavour volunteer experience, particularly as a Senior Consultant or Engagement Manager, is highly desirable. Experience in project management, process optimization and automation, with a focus on PMI methodologies, is an asset. Demonstrated leadership and expertise in organizational, communication, presentation, time management, and stakeholder management skills. Motivated and strategic, with a proven ability to lead responsibilities and introduce initiatives that optimize the project experience. Availability to attend, host, and organize Mid-Term & Final Review sessions (with 30+ volunteer attendees). Ability to collaborate and deliver results in a virtual work environment. Availability and willingness to travel to subway-accessible meeting spaces in the Toronto area, if required. Long-term commitment (1–2+ years) to Endeavour Volunteer Consulting for Non-Profits. Develop and improve processes that enable the Project Management Committee to better support consulting teams throughout their engagements. Strengthen and broaden your leadership and management skills, gaining hands‑on experience in a dynamic, volunteer‑led environment. Build relationships with a diverse group of passionate professionals and leaders from consulting, non‑profits, industry, and academia. Contribute to the strategic direction and success of a growing non‑profit organization. Make a meaningful impact while enjoying a collaborative and fun environment. Explore additional volunteer opportunities across other Endeavour divisions. Maintain a flexible schedule, accommodating your professional and personal commitments. Note Endeavour is a 100% volunteer‑driven organization, and as such, all our roles are unpaid. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while gaining valuable experience and building your network. Application Documents Required: Resume Subject Line: Co‑Director, Project Management Cc: ; Endeavour is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and experiences. #J-18808-Ljbffr