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Project Communication & Engagement Manager

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

The Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games will be hosted in Los Angeles, California in 2028, returning to the United States for the first time in over 30 years. 2028 will be the first time LA hosts the Paralympic Games, creating an opportunity to expand awareness, understanding and inclusion of people with disabilities.

LA28, the organizers for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, is on a mission to create an unparalleled Games experience for athletes, fans, partners, our community and our people. Our vision is to collectively create what’s next through sport, community and the power of our differences.

The LA28 organizing committee is an independent, non-profit organization that is privately funded and governed by a board of directors.

Values and Behaviors:

• Optimism– Embody a positive, enthusiastic, and solution-oriented attitude in everything we do.
• Integrity– We communicate openly and honestly, listen, and respectfully value multiple perspectives.
• Excellence– We hold ourselves to the highest standards and expectations.
• Inclusion– We seek to represent, include, empower and level the playing field.
• Co-Creation– We are authors of a shared story.
• Boldness – We embrace creativity, courage and outside-the-box thinking.

Project Communication and Engagement Manager:

The Project Communication and Engagement Manager role is part of the Planning and Programs team reporting into the Project Management group. The manager will ensure that people across LA28 are informed and engaged about project progress, challenges, and key decisions. This role is responsible for working closely with leaders from various areas to ensure integrated communications and planning regarding the status of projects and programs.

This role will lead the internal communication conduit across various levels of governance within the organization and create bespoke communications tailored for senior leadership.

Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external teams is essential to providing effective communication channels. This is a highly collaborative role suited for someone who enjoys working with a team to solve problems and bring people together toward a common goal.

The ideal candidate will have experience interfacing with senior leaders in a fast-paced environment, overseeing communication dynamics across large portfolios of projects, and possess a combination of project management skills, superior communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Communication Plans: Create and implement comprehensive communication strategies for stakeholder engagement.
• Governance Forum Communication: Equip individuals responsible for governance forums with the right tools to share information effectively.
• Content Creation: Produce engaging project-related content, including reports and presentations.
• Feedback Collection: Gather and analyze feedback from stakeholders to improve communication strategies.
• Event Coordination: Plan and execute project-related events.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Track communication activities and provide regular reports on their effectiveness.
• Training and Support: Provide training and support to project team members on effective communication practices.

Background & Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience managing communications across a large complex portfolio of programs or projects.
• Strong background with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to create compelling communications content using various software applications.
• Experienced in communication practices and generating reports covering project risks and decisions.
• Ability to analyze data for senior leadership decision-making.
• Experience in managing governance structures and frameworks.

Position Requirements:

• Ability to work On-site in an office environment, based in Los Angeles, CA.
• Extended periods of time using computers and other office equipment.

Education / Training / Certifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, or a related field.
• Ongoing professional development in program and project management, change management, or communications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB).

Submission Requirements:

• Resume
• Cover letter (encouraged but not required)

The annual base salary range for this position is $85 - 105K. LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures, allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment.