Technology Consultant/Project Manager

DDC Advocacy is currently seeking a Technology Consultant/Project Manager to manage multiple technology related client projects simultaneously.  The Consultant will work closely with internal Client Services and IT departments as well as our Government Affairs clients. The primary responsibility will be to coordinate team and individual efforts in order to ensure the timely deliverance of successful technology solutions for our clients.
The Consultant must have the technical, professional, and interpersonal skills required to develop positive relationships with our clients and various internal departments. They will also have the proven ability to understand client initiatives and to plan, schedule, and control all activities related to fulfilling those initiatives.  The main focus of the job will be managing project tasks, not the actual employees, and he/she must possess the ability to work effectively with individuals of varying technical abilities to achieve common goals.
Our project lifecycles typically range from 24-72 hours to 3-4 months.  

Requirements and Responsibilities:
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Manage internal and external timelines, milestones and dependencies
• Ability to develop positive, professional relationships with a diverse group of employees
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously 
• Capability to prioritize and excel in a fast-paced, client intensive environment
• Strong sense of self-motivation and a team-first, can do attitude
• Proven capability to complete deadline driven tasks
• Manage customer expectations and ensure that customer satisfaction is delivered
• Listen and extract business requirements from client communications.
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word
• Basic understanding of databases and developmental technologies to the level of being able to understand client initiatives and interact with various IT professionals
• Provide status reports that cover progress on scope, schedule and budget
• Capable to constructively handle stressful situations
• 2-3 years of professional experience implementing or managing projects
• BA or BS degree strongly preferred

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, 401(k), casual dress, parking and more.  Interested candidates can apply by sending cover letter, resume and salary requirements to jobs@ddcadvocacy.com.  Please reference job code:  Technology Consultant