Project Manager

Maine Connectivity Authority serves as the primary agency to plan, develop, manage, and invest in broadband in Maine. High speed internet access is essential to participation in the modern economy and has the potential to dramatically improve Mainers’ quality of life. MCA is designed to be proactive in decision making, explore partnerships, deploy a range of financial tools, and enable a strategic network of digital infrastructure for Maine’s future.

As a key member of the new organization’s rapidly growing team, the Project Manager reports to the Broadband Impact Director and plans and manages the development and implementation of broadband grant programs. This includes coordination of MCA staff and consultants in the design of programs, application review process and evaluation of programs. Management of multiple, infrastructure & non-infrastructure grant programs will include efficient and effective information flow. This will aid in the compliance reporting under federal and state regulations, and in tracking impact measures to help meet & communicate the State’s connectivity goals.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Serve as internal project manager of all grant programs administered by the MCA within the State of Maine, including federal funds.
• Manage and coordinate the grant administration functions of MCA’s grant programs, including, but not limited to, defining the program, guidelines, and potential improvements.
• Ensure a streamlined grant process that incorporates best practices, including coordination of internal and external reviewers of proposed projects’ location eligibility, technical capability and financial feasibility.
• Manage and assist with the development of grant materials reflecting MCA objectives, complying with federal and/or state requirements.
• Manage the process of impact measurement and program evaluation, ensuring transparency and accountability, facilitating the process of program redesigns.
• Create and maintain master files on grants, supporting materials and reporting systems, including coordination and maintenance of data management systems.
• Coordinate with MCA’s finance and impact staff to ensure information flow. From grantees for sufficient and efficient impact and grant reporting from MCA; toward applying for funds and building budgets for new grant programs. And as necessary for efficient internal operations to help maintain compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Keep up to date on emerging trends in new support programs for broadband – including best practices and research on new funding opportunities.
• Coordinate with Broadband Impact Director and Communications Director to produce and maintain reports and content for presenting impact of grants programs to a variety of audiences internally and externally.
• Commitment to MCA’s Purpose, Principles, and Culture.
• Attendance and participation in frequent meetings (internal, external and blended).
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Skills and qualifications

• Systems focus, through a commitment and concern for MCA’s charge to expand broadband to everyone in Maine, using systems thinking to achieve facilitation efficiency.
• Understanding or great ability to learn about the telecommunications industry.
• Strong written skills for completion of concise communications.
• Superior organizational and time management skills, information recall and attention to detail.
• Independently motivated, with the ability to take on tasks and duties without immediate direction in order to meet deadlines.
• Ability to be discreet with confidential information.
• Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships with internal staff members, external consultants, and interagency or external partners.
• Ability to interpret financial data to support budgeting and financial reporting.
• Adaptable to new solutions or processes to ensure growth and success of the organizational priorities.
• Ability to work as a team player and collaborate both internally and externally, while also balancing individual accountability.
• Strong results orientation – demonstrated ability to be resourceful, take initiative, and maintain resolve to achieve results.
• Ability to problem solve and create innovative solutions for the larger customer in mind.

Education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent experience in project management, grants management, and/or interdepartmental coordination
• At least three years related work experience. Thorough experience in grant evaluation, management, and/or compliance and reporting. Thorough knowledge of systems thinking and organizational facilitation for efficient management of programs and projects.
• Knowledge of non-profit, governmental, or quasi-governmental agencies.
• Advanced level of experience with productivity tools, such as Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and Adobe Pro, and basic website content management systems.
• Working knowledge with office equipment and procedures.
• Knowledge of CRM systems, as well as experience entering and pulling data from these and GIS systems.
• Experience working in telecommunications preferred, but not required.

Other requirements

Occassional overnight travel may be required to meet business needs.

Work environment

This position operates in a hybrid environment of a virtual home office and a physical office. Employee may decide to opperate in one of three locations within the state.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, ME 04101