Executive Project Manager North Carolina Center for Nonprofits

Job Description

The Opportunity
The North Carolina Center for Nonprofits seeks a highly organized proactive and solutions oriented Executive Project Manager (EPM) to serve as a full-time strategic partner to the President & CEO.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who thrives on bringing structure to complexity anticipates needs before they arise and takes pride in ensuring that no detail is overlooked. The ideal candidate balances professionalism with warmth someone who can confidently manage multiple priorities communicate clearly and embody a no-surprises Ive-got-it mindset.

The EPM will create capacity for the President & CEO to focus on high-level strategy and relationships while ensuring that critical initiatives move forward seamlessly and the organization operates with excellence.

About the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits
Since 1990 the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits has strengthened North Carolinas nonprofit sector by providing leadership advocacy and resources to help organizations thrive. The Center represents more than 1200 members statewide offering training policy engagement and opportunities to connect with peers across the sector.

We educate connect and advocate for nonprofits envisioning a North Carolina where nonprofits are intentional in building healthy equitable organizations and centering racial equity to strengthen communities. Our core values guide all we do: Commit Aspire Partner and Elevate.

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• Manage the President & CEOs calendar travel and logistics with precision care and foresight.
  
• Prepare correspondence presentations and meeting materials that reflect a high level of professionalism.
• Treat confidential materials with professionalism and discretion.
• Process expense reports manage deposits and directly support administrative systems.
• Manage the centers general email account ensuring timely and friendly communications.
• Provide occasional administrative support to the leadership team.

• Coordinate internal projects and ensure teams remain aligned on timelines priorities and goals.
• Track deliverables and milestones to promote timely completion and accountability.
• Support planning and execution of staff meetings committee meetings and organization-wide initiatives tied to the office of the Presidentto ensure smooth execution.
• Provide administrative support for the Centers group health insurance member benefits such as assisting with scheduling of Trustee meetings drafting minutes and organizing member voting for the Trust.

• Serve as a liaison and trusted point of contact for the Board of Directors.
• Support Board and committee meetings including agenda preparation materials logistics and follow-up.
• Maintain accurate records including meeting minutes attendance and votes.
• Support the planning of Board retreats orientations and annual meetings that strengthen governance and engagement.
• Anticipate the needs of the President & CEO and Board Chair to ensure smooth proactive communication and alignment.
• Help Board Members fulfill their governance responsibilities effectively by providing clear timely and well-organized information.

Who You Are
Were looking for a candidate who brings both skill and spirit to the role someone who is proactive detailed and passionate about the work of nonprofits.

You may be the right fit if you:

• Share a strong commitment to the Centers mission vision and values.
• Are deeply organized and energized by helping others succeed.
• Can manage multiple projects with poise and accuracy even under pressure.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with executives staff and board members.
• Combine independent initiative with a collaborative team-oriented mindset.
• Bring warmth professionalism and diplomacy to every interaction.
• Value equity inclusion and a spirit of service in your work.

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience; at least one year in a similar professional setting (nonprofit experience preferred).
• Demonstrated success managing multiple projects and deadlines with attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint; experience with CRM systems (Salesforce a plus).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to represent leadership with professionalism and discretion.
• Comfort working independently and collaboratively within a hybrid environment.
• Valid drivers license auto insurance and reliable transportation.

• Salary range: $53000$57000
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision life and disability insurance; 401(k) plan with a generous employer match; and paid time off (12 days annual leave days 11 holidays and additional year end days off).
• Opportunities for professional development through conferences seminars networking events webinars memberships and one on one mentoring.
• We value wellness and self-care by offering paid sick/wellness days options for flexible work scheduling and telecommuting self-care and wellness professional development sessions delivered to the team and additional time off at the end of the year.

Preferred application deadline: November 17 2025 with an anticipated start date in January.

Interview Process:
1. 30-minute Zoom conversation with Armstrong McGuire
2. 45-minute Zoom conversation with NC Center staff
3. 60-minute in-person panel interview with Center staff

To Apply
To apply scroll to the bottom of this page. You will see instructions for uploading your compelling cover letter resume and salary requirements. Please provide all requested information to be case of any technical problems contact No phone calls please and no applications will be accepted by email or directly from third-party posting sites.

In your one-page cover letter please include:

• A nonprofit that has impacted your life and why.
• What makes you the ideal candidate to support the President & CEO as Executive Project Manager
• Something unique you would bring to this role.

Commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion
The North Carolina Center for Nonprofits is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex gender identity age national or ethnic origin disability sexual orientation or marital status. The Center is committed to recruiting a diverse group of qualified candidates and welcomes submissions from historically underrecognized candidates.

Note: This position profile is a summary of the typical job functions not an exhaustive list of all possible responsibilities and may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.