Posted on 4/30/2010
Washington, DC

EchoDitto seeks a talented Technical Project Manager to join our growing client services team.

This position is responsible for client and project management of large-scale, custom web development and related projects from planning through implementation and maintenance.

What you'll do:

• Work with portfolio of EchoDitto clients, stakeholders, web developers, contractors, and third-party providers through all aspects of the client lifecycle, including assessment and strategy development, technology integration, and ongoing campaign/project management.
• Develop work plans and other strategic documents to articulate the EchoDitto vision and online strategy for the client.
• Develop and manage project related budgets, including negotiating contracts with third party vendors and contractors.
• Maintain strong constructive relationship between clients and EchoDitto; identify key client stakeholders.
• Develop understanding of client’s internal organizational politics, key staff, and partners.
• Conduct regular internal and client project status update meetings.
• Analyze and develop email and web metrics.
• Oversee and implement grassroots organizing activities over the internet and using new technologies.
• Employ effective problem solving strategies with clients and team members.
• Manage timely presentation and completion of deliverables and regular status updates.
• Remain current on emerging technologies and useful tools and ideas for our clients.

What you'll need:

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited 4-year university or 5+ years of work experience in a related-field.
• Previous experience planning and managing website development.
• Must love the challenge of managing all the minutia while getting your projects done on-time and under budget.
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently (and continuously as needed).
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and perform problem analysis and resolution at strategic and functional levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others.
• Understanding of internet technology and development processes.
• High level of customer service orientation.
• Ability and willingness to work in a fast-paced, demanding, and sometimes unstructured environment.
• Must thrive on change, innovation, and teamwork.
• Willingness and availability to travel for job-related activities as necessary.

Bonus Points Awarded For:

• Knowledge of the Drupal content management system.
• A sense of humor
• An unnatural love of progressive politics
• Sweet foosball skills

No phone calls, please!