Project Manager

Job Overview

Cradles to Crayons is hiring a Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives and high-impact strategic projects that directly support our mission to end Clothing Insecurity for children across the United States. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, you will develop and implement a project management strategy that strengthens our organizational systems, fosters collaboration, and ensures timely, mission-aligned execution.

About Cradles to Crayons

Cradles to Crayons (C2C) is a national nonprofit founded in 2002 that provides children living in homelessness or low-income situations with essential items they need to thrive—such as clothing, shoes, diapers, and school supplies—free of charge. With a mission focused on eliminating Clothing Insecurity, we have supported over 6 million children through operations in Massachusetts, Greater Philadelphia, Chicagoland, and nationally through our digital platform, Giving Factory Direct.

We operate using a three-pronged approach:

• In-person engagement in our Giving Factories

• Online donations via our tech platform

• Advocacy and awareness to make Clothing Insecurity a recognized national issue

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an organization-wide project management strategy

• Manage a portfolio of strategic and cross-departmental projects

• Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic planning and resource alignment

• Lead all phases of project management (initiation, planning, execution, closure) using frameworks such as RACI or MOCHA

• Track deliverables, risk factors, and milestones while keeping leadership informed

• Select and implement project management tools for the organization

• Lead collaboration between internal teams and external consultants

• Provide training and resources to increase project management capacity

• Adapt processes to evolving organizational needs

• Foster a culture aligned with C2C’s mission and values

• Travel 1–4 times per year to local markets (Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia)

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing and executing complex projects

• Bachelor’s degree or PMP certification preferred

• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)

• Skilled in tools such as Excel, Airtable, Smartsheet, or other project management platforms

• Strong decision-making, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written English)

• A passion for social impact and C2C’s mission

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $78,000 – $85,000 (based on experience & geographic benchmarks)

• Remote work flexibility with occasional travel

• Monthly internet/cell phone stipend

• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision, HRA

• Short- and long-term disability, life insurance

• Retirement plan with employer matching

• Annual professional development stipend

Our Commitment to Diversity

Cradles to Crayons believes that diversity and inclusion are critical to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants from underrepresented communities to apply.

Working Conditions

This is a primarily remote role with regular virtual work and occasional visits to C2C Giving Factories. There are no hazardous conditions. Reasonable accommodations will be made per the Americans with Disabilities Act.