Villanova University
Changemakers Program Project Manager

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Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number:20250654TPosition Title:Changemakers Program Project ManagerPosition Type:Temp/InternLocation:Villanova, PAWork Schedule:temporaryApproximate Number of Hours per Week10Department:192 - Public AdministrationPosition Summary:Why work at Villanova?

• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.

The Changemakers Program is a new initiative of Villanova’s Department of Public Administration designed to strengthen nonprofit leadership capacity in the Philadelphia region. The program runs from June 2025 through May 2026, culminating in a 12-week pilot launch in Spring 2026.

The project manager will support faculty leads in coordinating the design, implementation, and launch of the program. This includes managing timelines, communicating with nonprofit partners, coordinating with coaches, and ensuring deliverables are met across program phases.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.Duties and Responsibilities:Responsibilities Include:

• Supporting faculty in reviewing and finalizing curriculum and assessment materials
• Coordinating recruitment efforts for coaches and program participants
• Liaising with nonprofit partners to identify and confirm program participants
• Monitoring project timelines and ensuring all program milestones are met
• Assisting with event planning for the Changemakers Summit at Villanova (Spring 2026)
• Preparing status updates and documentation for faculty and program stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Word and Excel
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Capacity and interest to learn skills in research, writing, and collaboration
• Professionalism when working with community partners, nonprofit leaders, and University officials

Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated experience working with nonprofit organizations, community initiatives, or university-community partnerships, especially in a project coordination or administrative support role.
Experience using digital project management or collaboration platforms (e.g., Asana, Trello, Airtable, or Microsoft Teams) to track tasks, manage deadlines, and facilitate communication among multiple stakeholders.
Proven ability to draft clear correspondence, meeting summaries, and progress reports for diverse audiences, including faculty, nonprofit leaders, and program participants.Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: NoneSpecial Message to Applicants:EEO Statement Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Posting Date:01/20/2026Closing Date (11:59pm ET):Salary Posting Information: $18.00 an hourJob Classification:non-exemptSupplemental Questions

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