A minimum of 3 years of experience in administration or customer service within a cohesive team environment is required, ideally in social services, logistics, or hospitality, along with proven project coordination or management experience. Candidates must possess strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, proficiency in Microsoft 365, and must obtain Serve Safe Certification within 30 days of employment.

Job DetailsJob Location: Philadelphia, PA 19122Salary Range: $30.00 - $30.00 HourlyPosition Summary: The Special Projects Manager provides high-level administrative and operational support to organizational leadership by coordinating projects, managing workflows, and supporting efficient day-to-day operations. This role supports agency network development through relationship-building, identifying agency needs, and contributing to capacity-building initiatives led by senior staff. Additionally, the Special Projects Manager supports compliance efforts by coordinating documentation and monitoring adherence to Feeding America guidelines and other applicable requirements, working in partnership with designated compliance leads. Competencies: Accountability: reliable, honest, and transparent; regularly makes commitments and takes ownership of responsibilities. Effective Communication: conveys information clearly, with respect and integrity, using a professional manner and the appropriate means and channels for audience and subject matter. Agility: maintains efficiency in a changing work environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures. Quality: Work is organized, accurate, and neat. The employee displays a commitment to excellence, checks work and learns from mistakes and seeks feedback to improve quality as needed. Engagement: contributes to the success of the organization by embracing teamwork, taking initiative on tasks and problem-resolution, and seeking out learning opportunities. Primary Responsibilities: Serve as the primary liaison between Partnerships departments (Community Partnerships, Community Programs, Community Food Access, SNAP, Philabundance Community Kitchen) and Finance, Development, IT/MIS, and other internal stakeholders. Provide project management support, including planning timelines, coordinating meetings, tracking action items, preparing documentation, monitoring budgets, and supporting risk and issue resolution. Provide administrative leadership for the Partnerships and PCK department, including calendar management, agendas, note-taking, scheduling, travel coordination, staff training, engagement activities, and departmental organization support. Support business process improvement initiatives by developing procedures, training materials, documentation, and coordinating cross-departmental follow-up. Manage Partnerships department budgets, oversee expenses, process invoices, and support contract management. Participate in weekly Finance meetings, documenting key discussions, action steps, and deadlines while acting as a liaison to support cross-department communication. Support annual Philabundance and Feeding America audits, reporting, and ongoing compliance documentation. Coordinate onboarding for new staff and serve as back-up support for Partnerships managers as needed. Coordinate Executive site visits to Community Partnership to engage external stakeholders Support facility management needs for the Berks location. Lead administration of capacity grants and assist with reporting. Partner with Partnership Director and teams to develop integrated plans that strengthen agency communications, customer service, programs, and procedures. Support community partner recruitment, orientation, application, intake, and annual membership processes, including benefits, violations, and client complaints. Develop and execute internal reports, including quarterly activity reports and ongoing network assessments. Participate in departmental planning, budgeting, goal setting, and staff development and community building initiatives. QualificationsEducational Achievement: High School Diploma or GED a plus. Additional formal education is preferred. Must have Serve Safe Certification or agree to achieve within 30 days of employment. Work Experience: A minimum of 3 years of experience in administration or customer service within a cohesive effective team environment. Ideally in social services, logistics, or hospitality. Required: Proven experience in project coordination, project management, or administrative support. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint). Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills. Preferred: Previous experience working with low-income or other transitioning community of people highly preferred. A robust knowledge of the issues facing people living at or near the poverty line, recovery, and reentry into the work force highly preferred. Ability to speak multiple languages a plus. Fluency with Spanish highly preferred. Experience with project management tools. Prior experience supporting leadership or cross functional project teams. Basic understanding of budgeting and project financial tracking. Physical Demands: Must have the ability to be available evenings, weekends and take on extended hours as business needs demand. Occasionally, must be willing and able to travel within and outside of the service area (employee can use public transportation, rideshare service, personal vehicle, or other means) Must be physically compatible with travel, office visits, events, and meetings. Must have valid driver’s license if using company vehicle. Work in a seated position up to 8 hours a day, 5 days a week; Bend, stoop/squat, and walk intermittently throughout the day; Must be able to move up to 25 pounds. Shared supported lift is preferred, two people can move objects to lower impact. See, hear, and speak with sufficient capability to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper safety conditions. Maintain an acceptable work pace and align with required personal and team deadlines. Must meet goals. Demonstrate cognitive ability to: provide direction as well as follow directions and routines, work independently with appropriate judgment, read words and numbers, concentrate, memorize, recall, identify logical connections and determine sequence of response, process proactively and identify near and long-term future needs as well as evaluate problems and escalate/inform management as is necessary. Perform office tasks using simple hand grasp, fine hand manipulation, and reach associated with assigned tasks such as keying. Able to take on a diverse range of tasks equally effectively. Responds positively to change and influences others to adapt positively to new situations quickly.

Special Projects Manager

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 8-10 years in a client-facing project management or scientific environment, and over 5 years of staff management experience. A Project Management Certification is preferred, along with proven leadership and strong client-facing skills within the pharmaceutical or biotech industries.

Job Title: Director, Project Management Location: Philadelphia, PA Position Summary: Catalent is a global, high-growth, and a leading partner for the pharmaceutical industry in the development and manufacturing of new treatments for patients worldwide. Your talents, ideas, and passion are essential to our mission: to help people live better, healthier lives. Catalent is committed to a Patient First culture through excellence in quality and compliance, and to the safety of every patient, consumer and Catalent employee. The Director of Project Management will provide leadership to the Philadelphia Clinical Development and Supply Project Management team ensuring all projects are managed effectively and according to client expectations. This individual will be an active member of the Global Project Management team, participating in global objectives and driving the development of the global project management function. Further, they will be an active member of the Site Leadership Team (SLT) representing Project Management, participating in site decisions and initiatives and striving to meet revenue, metrics and goals. The Role: Effectively support, supervise, and monitor performance of Project Management Managers, Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and Project Coordinators in the management of assigned projects Ensure the Project Management staff are trained and developed appropriately to meet the needs of the business and allow individuals to reach their full potential. Ensure the Project Management staff adheres to all G&Os, PM processes tools, and metrics. Responsible for ensuring adequate resources available and allocation of work within the team. Responsible for ensuring that a safe working environment is maintained for himself/herself and his/her colleagues by observing all safety procedures and working methods, and reading, understanding, and following documents issued or notified to him/her. Initiate and manage assigned Project Management budget. Provide effective support to teams as required and be the point of escalation for issues that Managers, Senior PMs, PMs, Coordinators need support to resolve. Ensure the Project Management staff supply required information and participate in forecasting, revenue, and S&OP activities. Support client visits along with business development and site leadership, and interact with clients related to new and on-going business. Represent Global Director PM at Executive meetings as needed. Other duties as assigned. The Candidate: Bachelor’s degree in related field 8-10 years in a client-facing project management, or scientific environment 5+ years staff management Project Management Certification preferred. In-depth knowledge of the contract development/research, pharmaceutical, biotech industries Proven knowledge of project management Proven leadership with interpersonal, problem solving, presentation, negotiation and facilitation skills. Proven success in driving and contributing to a team-oriented environment. Customer related experience and excellent client facing skills – desire to exceed customer expectations. Proven analytical and communication skills and ability to influence at all levels of organization. Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects. Demonstrable leadership experience at Catalent (including but not limited to participation in Catalent-sponsored leadership programs such as NGGL, GOLD, LEAD Now, GM Excellence, and GROW) may be considered in place of external experience. Why you should join Catalent: Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process Diverse, inclusive culture Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives Dynamic, fast-paced work environment. Community engagement and green initiatives Generous 401K match and Paid Time Off accrual Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment Tuition Reimbursement Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work. Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities. Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process. Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Catalent Pharma Solutions (Catalent) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Catalent employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Catalent. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you. Important Security Notice to U.S. Job Seekers: Catalent NEVER asks candidates to provide any type of payment, bank details, photocopies of identification, social security number or other highly sensitive personal information during the offer process, and we NEVER do so via email or social media. If you receive any such request, DO NOT respond— it is a fraudulent request. Please forward such requests to spam@catalent.com for us to investigate with local authorities. California Job Seekers can find our California Job Applicant Notice HERE. Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.

Director, Project Management

A Bachelor's Degree with 3-5 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required for this role. Preferred qualifications include experience with study start-up activities, familiarity with IRB submissions and human subjects' protection regulations, and proficiency in data tools like REDCap and Excel.

University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Posted Job Title Clinical Research Project Manager A Job Profile Title Clinical Research Project Manager A Job Description Summary The Project Manager A will organize, coordinate and implement multiple clinical trials under the guidance of senior staff. They will maintain and oversee all aspects of regulatory. They will oversee the creation of source documents and ensure that all data is of high quality and meets all regulations. They will serve as a liaison between investigators, external collaborators and internal staff, meeting regularly. They will be responsible for training new staff. Job Description Job Responsibilities Managing day-to-day study activities, including subject recruitment, screening, enrollment, and conducting study visits. Preparing and maintaining essential study documentation such as protocols, informed consent forms, and IRB submissions to ensure adherence to federal and institutional guidelines. Overseeing the construction of databases and case report forms (CRFs), as well as performing data entry, cleaning, and quality control for interim analyses. Serving as a primary liaison between investigators, internal study teams, and external collaborators to track project milestones and timelines. While typically working under moderate supervision, they may provide limited guidance/training orientation or task coordination to research coordinator. Position Contingent Upon Funding Qualifications Bachelor's Degree with 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Preferred: Experience assisting with study start-up activities (e.g., preparing protocols, consent forms, and SOPs). Familiarity with IRB submissions and human subjects' protection regulations. Proficiency in data tools like REDCap and Excel. Strong organizational and communication skills for coordinating with internal teams and external collaborators. Master's Degree Job Location - City, State Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School Perelman School of Medicine Pay Range $62,000.00 - $70,958.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job. University Benefits Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions. Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard. Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be. Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting. Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance. Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally. University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free. Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks. Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures. Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements. Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household. To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay The Perelman School of Medicine’s mission is to advance knowledge and improve health through research, patient care, and the education. Our inclusive culture embraces diversity, fosters innovation, stimulates critical thinking, supports lifelong learning, and sustains our legacy of excellence. The University of Pennsylvania seeks talented faculty and staff for our vibrant community. Our institution is committed to diversity along dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran status, interests, perspectives, and socioeconomic status. Grounded in equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, and affirmative action, Penn's robust commitment to diversity is fundamental to the University's mission of advancing knowledge, educating leaders for all sectors of society, and public service. The University of Pennsylvania prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Clinical Research Project Manager A

Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience with a strong background in credit analysis and financial modeling. Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to manage complex client relationships are essential for this role.

Description

Citizens Private Bank has accelerated its strategy to build out Wealth
Management, scale Business Banking, grow deposits, and expand in key growth
markets. We are looking for talented individuals with a demonstrated track
record of delivering a white glove experience to clients that results in
long-term client loyalty. 
 

The Private Bank Relationship Manager is responsible for creating new and
expanding existing relationships within the CFG Private Bank. The Relationship
Manager works to generate new business for the Bank through prospecting efforts.
The Relationship Manager also leads market development efforts to broaden the
usage of all bank products. This is done so through networking and marketing
efforts. This role is required to have an in-depth understanding of the Bank’s
operations. Given the Relationship Manager's role as a business development
specialist, a strong understanding of the Bank’s product offerings is required
for cross-sell opportunities outside of their designated banking vertical. In
this role, the Relationship Manager also supports the team through learning
development and provides training opportunities for more junior roles on the
team.


Primary responsibilities include

 * Serve as a growth contributor for designated team – includes working closely
   with analysts and other support team members for their development.

 * Responsible for generating new business opportunities.

 * Identifying potential cross-sell opportunities from prospects and existing
   clients and liaising with internal colleagues who are able to help execute
   those cross-sell opportunities (cash management, private banking, wealth
   management, foreign exchange, etc.).

 * Fully understand the Bank’s credit appetite and review new and existing
   opportunities to identify potential credit risks.

 * Manage new and existing client relationships with clients through frequent
   client meetings and communications to ensure strong, stable relationships.

 * Conduct marketing and community building efforts to reach prospective clients
   and engage with participants to educate individuals on the Bank’s offerings
   and credit opportunities.

 

Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials

 * Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience. Exhibits a history of competency in
   soliciting, developing, servicing, and structuring deals. Able to handle the
   most difficult and sensitive client relationships. 

 * Capable of handling negotiations, including in the area of loan
   documentation. Independent thinker and self-starter. 

 * Excellent credit skills. Responsible for cross-selling and product
   knowledge/application. 

 * Highly skilled in financial modeling and able to quickly structure credit in
   modeling environment.  

 * Skilled at maintaining good communication across business unit and broader
   organization.  

 * Expected to provide guidance.

 * Exhibits competency at independently reaching conclusions and forms clear
   view of credit structure and business risk to Bank.  

 * Stays abreast of changes in Bank products and services, is capable of
   identifying appropriate client product fit, and is able, at a high level, to
   present each product to a client or prospect. Actively coordinates with cross
   sell partners to help facilitate the sale of additional Bank products. 

 * Actively organizes and manages/leads Bank meetings with clients and
   appropriate internal partners and team members. 

 * Enthusiastic, resilient, and energetic. 

Hours & Work Schedule

 * Hours per Week: 40

 * Work Schedule: Monday - Friday




Equal Employment Opportunity

Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide
equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants
for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or
mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability,
ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic
characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence,
family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status,
national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s
reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or
any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens,
we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues
to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be
treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely
on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.

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Background Check

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a
background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public
record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results
of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements
imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of
the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include
further information.


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