Community Investment Special Projects Associate

Community Investment Special Projects Associate

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

We support the growth of strong nonprofit leaders organizations and nonprofit networks. We harness our collective power to support our partners by expanding opportunities enriching lives and enabling equitable solutions to help lift people and communities.

The T. Rowe Price Foundation was founded in 1981 and has since given over $194M USD in direct grants and matching gift contributions. Our community-centric approach requires that we listen are responsive and co-create solutions that support communities in the places that create impact where we live and work.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This role will support T. Rowe Prices Community Investment team as it navigates a time oftransition and prepares for and implements a shift in strategy. Community Investmentincorporates both the T. Rowe Price Foundation and Corporate Social Responsibility (e.g.volunteerism).

This individual will contribute to special projects of varying size and complexity. Depending on the project they may take the lead or provide support on specific components. We are looking for someone who can adapt quickly and transition smoothly between projects in a dynamic fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for a service-minded solutions-focused individual who is organized eager to learn and collaborative by nature. To some degree the responsibilities will evolve as we identify how to best leverage this persons strengths and capabilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management Support

Community Investment (CI) leads a range of initiatives including a comprehensive Capacity-Building Program for nonprofit staff and team-building events for T. Rowe Price associates. This role will require both independent work and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to support projects at various stagesplanning design research coordination and implementation.

The individual in this role will contribute to projects in multiple ways sometimes managing them from start to finish and other times supporting specific aspects. Examples of responsibilities include:

• Managing all aspects of the Capacity-Building Program from August to December in coordination with CI staff.
• Supporting team-building events for T. Rowe Price associates by:

• Coordinating with nonprofit partners

• Assisting in selecting suitable activities

• Guiding associates through event setup posting and follow-up reporting

• Creating and documenting operational processes and resources (e.g. program overviews presentation decks guides) to ensure smooth professional learning experiences.
• Assisting with technology-related initiatives typically under the direction of another team member.
• Conducting research and analyzing findings to inform CI efforts; preparing and presenting recommendations to Foundation staff and/or board members.
• Identifying opportunities to strengthen nonprofit leadership and foster more connected resilient nonprofit networks in Baltimore.
• Work independently and in collaboration with stakeholders to support a range of Community Investment (CI) initiatives.
• Contribute to various project phases including planning design research coordination and implementation.

• Take ownership of some projects from start to finish while playing a more targeted role in others.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (e.g. interpersonal presentation skills creating presentations)
• Strong relationship-building skills and aptitude to interact with diverse stakeholders including nonprofit partners community organizations consultants and others

• An active problem solver who exhibits flexibility and an ability to re-assess and adjust projects and initiatives based on learnings and new information

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong preference for experience within the nonprofit sector particularly Baltimore
• Ability to think creatively and strategically in a multi-dimensional role within a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities
• Proactive self-starter with ability to maintain a collaborative temperament under pressure
• Experience working with racially and ethnically diverse stakeholders and low-incomecommunities
• Bachelors degree (preferred)

BENEFITS

• Medical dental vision benefits and time-off offered.
• Free onsite parking

TIMELINE AND COMPENSATION

• This is a one-year hybrid position- 3 days/office & 2 days remote.

• Salary: $60000 - $65000

Required Experience:

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