Job Summary
As part of the Sales and Marketing team of the Strategy and Resource Mobilization Group, the Project Manager, Thought Leadership & Learning plays a key coordination role in operationalizing FHI 360โs thought leadership and learning strategy. The role supports cross-departmental collaboration, manages key processes and systems, and ensures timely execution of deliverables across thought leadership products, conference engagement, and internal learning initiatives. This position ensures logistical, contractual, and operational efficiency while contributing to visibility and knowledge management goals.
Accountabilities
Coordinate production and implementation of annual thought leadership (TL) strategy, including tracking deliverables and managing timelines, workplans, and calendars.
Oversee internal coordination for TL product development, conference engagement, and learning events, ensuring alignment with program goals and organizational priorities.
Support administrative and contractual processes for TL activities, including procurement, budgeting, and consultant engagement.
Maintain systems and tools (e.g., templates, trackers, guidance documents) to support quality and efficiency across TL and learning activities.
Track and report on metrics related to TL outputs, reach, and engagement; contribute to regular learning and performance improvement processes.
Manage internal communication with cross-functional teams (e.g., communications, editorial, design, technical) to support knowledge exchange and documentation.
Coordinate logistical planning for global conference participation and learning sessions, including documentation and dissemination.
Ensure processes for engagement participation are applied and followed.
Collaborate closely with ISS and other relevant teams across the organization to establish and manage knowledge management and exchange tools and processes.
Assist with budget monitoring and resource tracking, ensuring alignment with operational requirements.
Applied Knowledge & Skills:
Strong coordination, planning, and project management skills.
Ability to manage multiple deliverables under tight deadlines with attention to detail
Proficiency in managing editorial workflows, communications coordination, or knowledge product development is preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
Experience working in cross-cultural and matrixed team environments.
Familiarity with SharePoint, Teams, and knowledge management tools.
Problem Solving & Impact:
Anticipates and mitigates implementation risks, flagging and resolving delays proactively
Improves systems and tools to enhance collaboration and operational efficiency.
Contributes to stronger technical positioning and visibility for FHI 360.
Supervision Given/Received:
Reports to Technical Advisor, Thought Leadership & Learning.
May supervise interns, consultants, or junior staff contributing to TL or learning efforts.
Education:
Bachelorโs degree required; Masterโs degree in international development, public health, communications, or a related field preferred.
Experience:
Typically requires 5+ years of experience in project or program coordination, knowledge management, or communications.
Experience designing and managing thought leadership and knowledge management initiatives.
Experience building collaborative relationships and managing processes across different teams.