Location: New York,NY, USA
Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City's diverse people and businesses.
Our Mission: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The?Project Manager?role is an exciting opportunity for a business- and social impact-minded, highly-collaborative,?motivated individual?to grow our relationships across key sectors and help tell the story of NYCEDC's work. As part of the Partnerships department, the?Project Manager?will play a key part in building and managing partnerships with stakeholders to advance the city's economic development goals.
Reporting to the Vice President, Strategic Engagement, the?Project Manager?will support?cross-departmental projects that?include an external communication plan and building strategies to engage industry partners across a wide range of projects in NYCEDC's verticals including real estate, sustainability and more. The Project Manager will also support the International Portfolio, which manages relationships between EDC and international stakeholders, creating awareness of EDC's priorities and projects, identifying mutually beneficial opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and attracting businesses and foreign direct investment (FDI) to New York City.
This position is ideal for?a?highly motivated, analytical?individual?grounded in?thoughtful engagement practices and superb communications skills for a variety of audiences?as well as the?ability?to advance?transformative?ideas.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Develop strategies, marketing collateral, and?associated?external engagement?tools in partnership with leaders and colleagues across?EDC?departments including but not limited to External Affairs, Innovation Industries, Strategy, Real Estate Transaction Services, Asset Management, Contracts, and Legal.
* Support the external engagement strategy of our business development team.
* Build and execute strategies and workplans to engage industry stakeholders in EDC projects across disciplines. Actively monitor and track progress of workplans to ensure timeline and objectives are met.
* Work across teams to manage the implementation and ongoing operations of a new customer relationship management (CRM) approach.
* Support engagements with foreign consulates, trade & investment offices, and diplomatic missions; partner on activities relevant to EDC's work and initiatives that promote business opportunities and boost foreign direct investment.
* Support high-level meetings with international stakeholders and foreign trade delegations, in collaboration with EDC teams; manage requests, coordinate meetings, create agendas, and present on EDC's work and opportunities.
* Create and deliver presentations, memorandums and other materials that effectively communicate project recommendations and/or findings to various audiences (e.g., senior EDC staff, City Hall staff, partner agencies, external stakeholders).
* As needed,?support team efforts to develop?local?and domestic events and conferences.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor's degree required.
* 1-3+ years of relevant experience,?including?business development, communications, policy,?and/or?economic development.
* Strong research and analytical skills with keen attention to detail.
* Self-starter with entrepreneurial spirit; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Exceptional business writing and communications skills are required, including public speaking.
* Proven competency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and primary databases such as Microsoft Dynamics.
* Experience managing stakeholder relationships using CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, MS Dynamics).
* New York City residency?is required within 180 days of hire.
Salary Range
$73,000-$75,000 USD
About Us:?New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy.
NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:
* Generous employer subsidized health insurance
* Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
* Vision and hearing benefits
* Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
* Short term and long-term disability coverage
* 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
* Up to 25 vacation days
* Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
* Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
* Retirement savings programs
* Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
* 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan
* Tuition Reimbursement program
* Continuing education and professional development
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
* College savings plan
* Backup childcare
* Gym membership discounts
* A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support
* Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more
Benefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.
The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents.
For more information, visit our website at?edc.nyc.