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Project Manager - 12 Month Contract

Altis Recruitment

Ottawa, Ontario

Project Manager - 12 Month Contract

Altis Recruitment

Ottawa, Ontario
 
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Our client working within the Non Profit industry is hiring for a Project Manager to join their team on a 12-14 month contract. This contract will be working in a hybrid model, working 3 days onsite per week until September and then will be moving to a more flexible model of 3 days onsite per month.

The Project Manager plays a key role in supporting various teams by managing strategic projects from start to finish. This includes ensuring projects are delivered on time, meet goals, and align with the organization’s broader strategy. The role involves working closely with other departments (such as Communications, Legal, and Government Relations) to keep efforts coordinated and on track.

The successful candidate will have prior experience supporting projects around communications, research and policy 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and track projects to ensure timely and successful completion.

  • Coordinate with internal teams to support collaboration and shared priorities.

  • Monitor project progress, timelines, and deliverables.

  • Plan and coordinate logistics for both virtual and in-person events (approx. 15% of the role).

  • Support research, outreach, and operational tasks as directed by leadership.

  • Assist in preparing reports, briefings, webinars, and presentations.

  • Provide general administrative and coordination support to the Executive Director.

Who You’ll Work With:

  • Internal: Collaborate with staff across departments.

  • External: Work with consultants, vendors, and association members on various projects.

Qualifications:

  • Diploma or degree in project management, public administration, business, or a related field—or equivalent experience. Having a PMP designation will be considered an asset.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; French is an asset.

  • At least 3 years of experience in project management, preferably in government, healthcare, nonprofit, or related sectors.

Skills & Attributes:

  • Strong organizational and time management skills.

  • Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

  • Proactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite.



We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.

 

We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.

 

Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!

 Altis Recruitment Team

Email: militaryfamilies@altis.com

613-230-3700

 

 

About Altis Recruitment

Welcome on behalf on the Altis Recruitment team! Altis has a long-standing business relationship with the Defence community. For more than 30 years, we have been grateful to work alongside the Department of National Defence and countless military professionals. We know that family members of military personnel often make many personal sacrifices to support their loved ones. We understand that it can be difficult to pursue a career when embracing sudden changes like relocation and deployment. For some, this has meant putting a pause on career goals or professional development. We would like to provide you with everything you need for a successful and confident job search – in addition to access to job opportunities. Download the checklists our experts have created to help you be at your best from application to interview.