Project Manager (12 month contract)

Job Overview

Heart & Stroke is seeking a Project Manager for a 12-month contract position in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This mid-senior level role focuses on Project Management and Information Technology, contributing to life-saving medical breakthroughs and improving diagnosis, care, and support related to heart disease, stroke, and vascular cognitive impairment.

Company Overview

For over 70 years, Heart & Stroke has been at the forefront of tackling pressing issues related to heart disease, stroke, and vascular cognitive impairment. As Canada’s most trusted authority on heart and brain health, they drive life-saving medical breakthroughs and act as a catalyst to bring together the brightest minds to improve diagnosis, care, and support. Since 1952, Heart & Stroke has invested more than $1.65 billion into supporting best-in-class researchers, contributing to a significant decline in death rates from heart disease and stroke in Canada.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Market Competitive
• Job Type: Contract (12 month)
• Qualifications: none
• Experience: 10 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of assigned projects within the Project Management and Information Technology sectors.
• Develop detailed project plans, scope definitions, and timelines, ensuring adherence to organizational goals.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, resources, and stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving issues promptly to maintain project momentum.
• Communicate project status, challenges, and successes to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and align with Heart & Stroke’s mission.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager, ideally at a mid-senior level.
• Strong background in Project Management and Information Technology.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Proficiency in project management software and methodologies.
• Commitment to the mission of Heart & Stroke and making a positive impact on public health.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to a leading Canadian health charity.
• Work on impactful projects that save lives and improve health outcomes.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Gain valuable experience in non-profit sector project management.
• Flexible contract arrangement for work-life balance.
• Be part of a team dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke.