Posted: 28-Jan-26
Location: Washington, DC
Type: Full Time
Salary: $65,000-$70,000
Want a role where you can work on big ideas and make them real?
The International Downtown Association (IDA) is looking for an Executive & Strategic Project Manager to join our highly collaborative team during an exciting moment of growth. This newly created role is perfect for a bilingual (Spanish / English) early to mid?career professional who thrives on turning strategy into action and wants their work to meaningfully shape the future of city centers.
Why this role matters
At IDA, you’ll:
- Partner closely with the President & CEO and Board of Directors
- Help bring our 2030 Strategic Plan to life
- Balance big?picture thinking with hands?on execution
- Lead and support high?impact projects, including our Backing International Small Restaurants grant program
This is a true “strategic doer” role – part executive coordination, part project leadership – where curiosity, organization and follow?through go a long way.
Who you are
You’re someone who:
- Loves bringing structure to complexity
- Enjoys collaborating with senior and volunteer leaders
- Cares about cities, communities and meaningful impact
- Is excited to grow, learn and take ownership of important work
Who we are
IDA is a mission?driven, people?first organization where values guide our work. Over the past 15 years, we’ve grown intentionally – and now we’re entering our next chapter with energy, optimism and purpose.
If you’re looking for a role with visibility, responsibility, and real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
What you’ll gain
This role isn’t just a job – it’s a launchpad. Here’s what you can expect:
- Exposure to executive leadership and how big decisions get made
- Hands?on ownership of meaningful, visible projects
- Real project management experience you can take anywhere
- Professional growth in a supportive, collaborative environment
- Purpose?driven work shaping cities and communities around the world
If you’re looking for a role where you’ll learn quickly, contribute meaningfully, and grow with intention, this is it.
ESSENTIAL USE OF TOOLS:
- Strong knowledge of project management software (e.g., Microsoft Planner, Asana, or other project management platform).
- Solid understanding, display of skill and knowledge of computer software and online products including Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint); document management systems (SharePoint preferred); online meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams).
- Strong capabilities in the use of computer, printer and all office equipment to include the phone system.
ESSENTIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 3-5 years of professional level experience, particularly in a geographically dispersed nonprofit organization, preferably on project management.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:
- Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish).
- Strong organizational, attention to detail and time management skills.
- Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills (English), as well as strong verbal communication and effective presentation skills.
- Excellent customer service skills and standards. Courteous and professional communication.
- Ability to prioritize, balance multiple efforts, multi-task efficiently and respond to a high volume of ongoing requests in a timely fashion.
- Ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic work environment.
- Demonstrated success in working with culturally diverse colleagues and stakeholders.
- Experience working with organizations outside of the U.S. preferred
- Self-motivated team player with the ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, maintaining productivity and communications to meet deadlines and goals.
- Ability to continually develop skills related to use of rapidly changing technology and communications best practices.
Please review the full job description including required skills and education here: downtown.org/ESPM