Project Leader - North America

Delivery Associates

18h•Remote

About The Position

Lead engagements within our growing portfolio of impactful work with governments, place-based organizations and philanthropies working to improve economic mobility in US communities. Delivery Associates (DA) is a global social impact consultancy specializing in transforming the public sector. With over a decade of experience and a foundation in Deliverology®, DA guides leaders through every phase of implementation—delivery-oriented strategy formulation, execution, and evaluation. DA partners with governments, philanthropies, and international organizations, employing actionable strategies to achieve sustainable, lasting outcomes. In every one of our services you will find a throughline back to this focus on helping our partners to deliver better results through better implementation. We are a small but global remote organization focused on scaling impact around the world. We believe our work is only possible through a commitment to honoring and centering a diverse range of people, experiences, and ideas, and fostering an environment that is inclusive, equitable, and empowering. A diverse team of individuals that can bring their whole self to work will perform better, help us to be stronger partners, and allow us to drive more equitable impact for people around the world. We are currently seeking a Project Leader to join our growing consulting team in North America. DA Project Leaders are senior professional services managers, simultaneously leading multiple projects or major workstreams, responsible for shaping the work we do and end-to-end management. They are responsible for maintaining and growing senior relationships, while leading and coaching teams of experienced Delivery Leaders and Associates. In this role, you’ll work across a range of contexts, working in collaboration with local governments, philanthropies and nonprofit organizations. Your work will focus on partnering with them to design, shape, and scope impactful initiatives and interventions that ultimately drive resident impact.

Requirements

Educational background: Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred (e.g. Public Policy). Requisite years of professional experience and/or apprenticeship pathways will also be considered in lieu of formal education.
Professional experience: A minimum of 8 years of relevant and full time work experience in consulting, other professional services, or as a senior manager in government and public sector delivery.
Team leadership: Proven track record leading / managing a team of early-to-mid career-level contributors in a professional services or project-based context.
Project management experience: Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects and programs.
Fluency in English: Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
GenAI tools: Demonstrated comfort using or learning GenAI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) to support delivery, problem-solving, or internal operations.
AI application in public sector: Ability to translate AI capabilities into responsible, real-world applications in a public sector or mission-driven context.
Authorization + location requirements: Must be based in and have work authorization in the United States. Delivery Associates will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred (e.g. Public Policy).

Responsibilities

Manage project teams: Organize teams and delegate tasks to ensure efficient project execution, fostering a healthy teaming culture.
Lead problem solving sessions: Guide colleagues and partners in breaking down issues to identify root causes and develop solutions.
Design stakeholder reporting: Develop client reports, dashboards, and communication materials, transforming complex challenges and resolutions into clear, concise memos and well-structured presentations.
Facilitate collaboratives: Lead effective meetings and workshops that drive forward problem solving and consensus.
Build key relationships: Cultivate trust, influence, and a strong sense of partnership among senior stakeholders.
Navigate complex engagements: Lead multi-stakeholder engagements in complex environments with curiosity, empathy, and the ability to influence partner teams for collective progress.
Support practice and domain development: Participate in and lead internal initiatives and contribute to the organization and the growth of our work in Economic Mobility, as well as to advance our subject matter expertise and internal IP within and across our practices.