Senior Manager – Fair Chance to Advance

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Senior Manager leading project management and stakeholder engagement for Fair Chance to Advance initiative. Collaborating with state networks and managing project deliverables and events.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeBoston • District of Columbia, Massachusetts, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $80,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead project management, stakeholder engagement, and event coordination for Fair Chance to Advance
Manage onboarding of State Network members and build relationships with stakeholders
Prepare project plans, status reports, and guide teams to deliver key outcomes
Support in-person and virtual events with state partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–8+ years of professional experience in project management
Strong project management skills
Ability to navigate ambiguity and engage stakeholders
Subject matter expertise in programs impacting people with histories of incarceration
Comfortable with technology systems like Asana and SharePoint

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibility and choice in work arrangements
Office equipment provided as needed
Competitive salaries
Comprehensive benefits program includes health insurance and retirement plans

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementevent coordinationstakeholder engagementonboardingproject planningstatus reporting

Soft Skills

relationship buildingnavigating ambiguityengaging stakeholders