Lead a Global Rebrand: Senior Project Manager Role at Mercy Corps (Remote)

About Mercy Corps

Mercy Corps is a global organization dedicated to helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities. Operating in 35+ countries, Mercy Corps implements bold solutions in disaster and hardship contexts to create lasting impact. The organization fosters resilience and development from within, guided by its 10-year Pathway to Possibility strategy.

The Philanthropic Growth & Engagement (PG&E) Department drives this mission by raising impactful, flexible funding from individuals, companies, and foundations. The team combines fundraising expertise, marketing, communications, digital platforms, and operations to elevate Mercy Corps’ global profile and advance philanthropic support.

The Role

The Senior Project Manager, Marketing will lead Mercy Corps’ global rebrand marketing campaign, overseeing the project from planning through launch. Reporting to the Rebrand PMO and collaborating closely with the Marketing VP, the role manages timelines, deliverables, and vendor relationships to ensure the campaign elevates Mercy Corps’ new brand identity and engages global audiences.

This position is critical to:

• Coordinating internal teams and external agencies
• Managing creative development, media buys, and campaign execution
• Ensuring adherence to global brand standards
• Supporting change management and stakeholder engagement

Occasional domestic or international travel may be required to support campaign execution.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Planning

• Partner with the Marketing team, Rebrand PMO, and agency partners to develop and execute campaign plans.
• Ensure strategies align with Mercy Corps’ goals to elevate brand identity, engage audiences, and grow unrestricted fundraising.
• Coordinate across creative, media, and digital workstreams while managing timelines and budgets.

Project Management

• Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams and external agencies.
• Monitor timelines, deliverables, and dependencies; escalate risks as needed.
• Maintain accurate project documentation using tools such as Wrike.
• Oversee approvals for creative assets, ensuring alignment with brand standards.

Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management

• Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and agency partners.
• Facilitate coordination calls and working groups to resolve challenges.
• Communicate key messages and address concerns throughout the campaign lifecycle.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in after-action reviews and lessons learned to improve future initiatives.
• Integrate safeguarding principles and Mercy Corps’ values into all aspects of work.

Qualifications

Minimum

• BA/BS in marketing, communications, project management, or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience managing large-scale, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Experience in marketing, branding, or creative campaign management, ideally in international/nonprofit settings.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency with project management platforms (e.g., Wrike) and Microsoft 365 suite.

Preferred

• Project management certification.
• Experience in international relief, development, or global nonprofit contexts.
• Familiarity with brand development, creative processes, and multi-channel marketing campaigns.

Success Factors

• Strategic and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build trust and alignment across diverse teams and external partners.
• Effective in change management and stakeholder engagement.
• Cultural sensitivity, adaptability, resilience, and outcome-focused mindset.

Working Conditions & Benefits

• Flexible US-based remote work or office-based in Portland, OR.
• Occasional domestic or international travel may be required.
• Access to professional development and learning opportunities (5% of time dedicated to learning).
• Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Safeguarding & Ethics: Mercy Corps prioritizes the safety and dignity of all participants and team members. Staff are required to comply with Code of Conduct policies, safeguarding procedures, and mandatory e-learning courses.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

1. Cover letter detailing experience and motivation for the role.
2. Updated CV highlighting relevant qualifications and project experience.

Applications must be submitted by December 30, 2025.

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