Nectar is seeking an experiencedProject Manager to oversee the end-to-end design, development, and build of high-quality online courses for higher education. This is apart-time, contract position ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills in instructional design and digital learning environments.

The Project Manager will coordinate cross-functional teams—including learning designers, media developers, SMEs, and LMS builders—to ensure that projects are deliveredon time, within scope, and aligned with institutional quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Scheduling
- Develop detailed project plans, milestones, and deliverable timelines.
- Coordinate with design and development teams to align on priorities, dependencies, and resource allocation.
- Monitor progress and adjust schedules proactively to meet deadlines.
Team & Stakeholder Coordination
- Serve as the main point of contact between instructional designers, subject matter experts, media teams, and client stakeholders.
- Facilitate weekly status meetings and communicate progress reports and risks.
- Ensure clear documentation and communication across all project contributors.
Quality & Workflow Management
- Oversee adherence to instructional design and accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG, Quality Matters, institutional rubrics).
- Track review cycles, QA feedback, and final approvals.
- Manage the course build process in the LMS (Canvas, Blackboard, D2L, or similar), ensuring design consistency and technical accuracy.
Process Optimization
- Support continuous improvement in project workflows, documentation, and communication processes.
- Contribute to team templates, playbooks, and reporting dashboards.

Qualifications

Experience: 3+ years of project management experience, preferably inhigher education,instructional design, orEdTech environments.
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; PMP or comparable certification preferred.
Technical Skills:
- Familiarity with LMS platforms (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, or D2L).
- Experience with project management tools (e.g., ClickUp, Asana, Trello, or Monday.com).
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and online collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Slack, Miro).
Knowledge of: Course design workflows, media production timelines, accessibility standards, and learning quality frameworks.
Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, proactive problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Contract Details

Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Hours: 15–25 hours per week (varies by project load)
Duration: 3–6 months, with potential for renewal
Location: Remote (U.S.-based candidates preferred)

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