Job Description

Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.

The American Heart Association is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to join our Integrated Care Initiatives team This is a remote position.

The Project Manager is responsible for shared management of projects from inception to successful completion. This role supports the initiatives’ program leads, executive leads, and senior leadership team to ensure that project goals align with organizational objectives, overseeing scope, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder coordination. Identifies risks, drives solutions, and optimizes project execution for maximum impact.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, grant-funded opportunity, with current funding through June of 2028.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.

#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end projects or programs from concept through customer-ready launch.
• Define product and program requirements in partnership with stakeholders; incorporate market trends and business needs into planning.
• Develop and maintain project roadmaps, including milestones, dependencies, risks, and resource planning; proactively adjust schedules to meet goals.
• Identify gaps in current products or programs and collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement effective solutions.
• Establish and track KPIs and performance metrics to evaluate project success, efficiency, and overall impact.
• Communicate regularly with internal teams, clients, and external partners to ensure alignment and successful execution.
• Conduct feasibility analyses, gap assessments, and risk evaluations to validate scope, cost, and project viability.
• Lead post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with leadership to improve operational processes, minimize launch friction, and support scalable growth.
• Perform additional duties as assigned within the scope and level of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, healthcare administration, nonprofit management, or related field. PMP certification is a plus.
• Three (3) years of experience in program coordination, project management, or healthcare/nonprofit environments.
• Ability to translate contract terms into operational workflows, resource requirements, and performance expectations.
• Proficiency in database management, knowledge of project management tools, and the ability to learn new software applications as appropriate.
• Administrative support experience and participation in interdisciplinary and multi-institutional projects.

Compensation & Benefits

The expected pay range will be $80,000 to $90,000. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

• Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
• Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position.
• Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
• Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
• Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
• Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.This position not a match with your skills? Click here to see other opportunities.

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