ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Lead the planning and implementation of software projects and product development, employing agile methodologies to deliver within time, scope, and budget.
• Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities through market analysis, outreach to potential clients, and strategic partnership exploration.
• Communicate effectively with existing customers, developing proposals, project plans, and providing reports, while simultaneously exploring expansion opportunities within existing accounts
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and shape features, ensuring technical feasibility, alignment with organizational goals, and future market potential.
• Oversee a portfolio of products, creating product documentation, managing their lifecycle, and driving continuous improvement post-launch.
• Establish and maintain product backlogs, prioritize tasks, and facilitate agile ceremonies to ensure efficient workflow and project progress.
• Maintain a deep understanding of the competitive landscape, regularly conduct analysis, and identify opportunities for innovation and growth to enhance market positioning.
• Coordinate resource availability and allocation, working closely with internal teams and external vendors to achieve product milestones.
• Actively manage client and stakeholder relationships, conducting regular reviews and adjusting product strategies based on feedback.
• Utilize Jira and other project management tools to track progress, issues, and milestones.

The essential job functions listed above are not meant to be all-inclusive and may be subject to change at any time.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of four years of combined experience in software project management or product management, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked in both capacities.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Solid technical background with experience in software development, web applications, data queries, and APIs.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects using agile methodologies
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with technical teams, clients, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Jira) and familiarity with Atlassian software suite.
• Ability to work flexibly, accommodating global teams and clients across different time zones.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The following skills are not requirements, but would be very beneficial.

• Background in conservation biology, ecology, or natural resources management
• Experience using or developing web mapping applications
• Certifications in Disciplined Agile, Scrum, Kanban, or other Agile practices
• Project Management Professional certification
• Proposal and grant writing experience
• Fluency in Spanish, French or Portuguese
• Scrum Master Training

BENEFITS:

NatureServe offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 401K savings and retirement plan with matching contributions
• Health and dental insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Annual and sick leave
• Life insurance
• Telework/Flex work

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work during standard office hours
• Ability to move or adjust light computer and peripheral equipment
• Requires frequent communication, verbal and written
• Ability to hear well and speak clearly to engage effectively with staff
• Requires ability to visually or otherwise identify, observe or assess
• Ability to travel independently
• Ability to stay focused and maintain composure handling multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment