Billing, Budget Management, Budgeting, Campaigns, Communication Skills, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Donor Relations, Event Management, Expense Tracking, Finance, Follow Through, Fundraising, Health Insurance, Leadership, Logistics, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, New Store Openings, Nonprofit, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Project/Program Management, Reconciliation, State Tax, Tax Credits, Time Management
LOCATION
Minneapolis, MN
POSTED
30+ days ago
About PPL
Project for Pride in Living (PPL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income individuals and families to become self-reliant through integrated services in housing, employment, and education. We believe in the power of community and the potential of every person. When joining PPL, you become a part of a diverse team whose goal is to assist our residents and communities with the groundwork they need not only to survive but also to thrive.
Job Summary
The Project for Pride in Living (PPL) PEX Project Specialist serves as a central driver of execution across the Philanthropy & External Affairs (PEX) team. This role blends project management, advancement operations, and event leadership, to ensure priorities move forward efficiently and on time. This role plays a critical part in supporting PEX senior leadership and advancing key initiatives, including donor engagement efforts, events, campaigns, and strategic efforts such as the Minnesota State Housing Tax Credit (SHTC) program.
What You’ll Do
Advancement Operations Support (50%)
Support execution of donor-related processes, communications, and engagement efforts across the advancement team
Serve as a lead coordinator for key initiatives such as the Minnesota State Housing Tax Credit (SHTC) program, including tracking timelines, submissions, donor communications, and internal coordination
Provide operational and coordination support for donor events, working in partnership with the Donor Engagement Manager
Event Leadership & Execution (30%)
Lead planning and execution of PEX events including grand openings, groundbreakings, volunteer appreciation events, recognition events, and community engagements
Support donor and fundraising events in partnership with the Donor Engagement Manager, with a focus on execution, logistics, and coordination
Support run-of-show development and coordination of speakers and program elements
Project Management, Operations & Leadership Support (20%)
Lead coordination of PEX-wide systems (e.g., Asana) to support visibility, organization, and consistency across workflows
Support tracking and reconciliation of the PEX budget in partnership with CPEX and senior leadership
Coordinate quarterly budget reviews and support expense tracking, vendor invoicing, and finance coordination
What You Bring
Attention to detail and execution excellence
Proactive communication and follow-through
Proven track record of managing projects and/or events from planning through execution
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholders simultaneously
Experience coordinating across teams and influencing without direct authority
Experience with budget tracking, logistics, or operational coordination preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana) strongly preferred
Education/ Experience
3–5 years of experience in project management, nonprofit operations, fundraising, events, or related fields.
Why You’ll Love Working at PPL
Competitive & Supportive Benefits
Health & Dental Insurance
Employer‑Paid Short‑ & Long‑Term Disability and Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
HSA or FSA Options
Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
️ Work‑Life Balance & Perks
Summer Half‑Day Fridays (Memorial Day–Labor Day)
Stable schedule with meaningful, mission‑driven work
Work that directly supports housing stability and community well‑being
Hours: Full time, Exempt
Salary: $54,000-$57,000/annually
Project for Pride in Living, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.