Sr Project Manager, People Enablement (Contract)

Job Overview:

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver performance management & compensation planning initiatives at Moloco. In this role, you will oversee the entire project lifecycle—from discovery to post-cycle evaluation—while driving the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of performance management & compensation planning processes and programs. You will facilitate discussions with cross-functional stakeholders, ensure effective and timely decision-making, surface risks and critical dependencies, and align stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of our performance & compensation cycle and operationalize our high-performance culture. The ideal candidate should have Project Management experience, ideally with a Talent Development background, awareness of compensation planning cycles in relation to performance management plus exceptional problem-solving skills and a proven ability to collaborate effectively across the organization. This is a 6-month contract position to start.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Manage performance management & compensation planning process and parallel system implementations / functionality enhancements
• Develop plans & recommendations, gather requirements, drive solutions & solve complex employee issues that require in-depth data analysis and process understanding
• Develop & manage comprehensive project plans outlining key milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and timelines for Moloco Performance Management initiatives
• Oversee the day-to-day workflows of the performance management & compensation planning projects, ensuring that all tasks are completed on schedule and within budget
• Drive adoption of new performance management initiatives by developing clear communication plans, training materials, and support resources.
• Identify, engage, and manage stakeholders across all levels of the organization to ensure that project objectives and deliverables are met.
• Partner with People Tech and the business to implement and optimize tools that support performance management processes.
• Facilitate project team meetings ensuring stakeholders are engaged and supported through the project
• Communicate project status, potential risks, and milestones to senior leadership, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Serve as the key point of contact for all performance management & compensation planning project related inquiries and concerns
• Leverage performance data to provide actionable insights and recommendations to leadership.
• Monitor and measure the success of performance management initiatives through feedback, metrics, and continuous improvement efforts
• Model and ensure the highest standard of confidentiality in data handling 

Basic Qualifications:

• 6+ Years of experience in Project Management, with at least 3 years focused on performance management or HR-related projects
• Demonstrated project management and change management skills, familiarity with project management tools / methodologies and a track record of success in bringing highly complex, cross-functional projects to completion
• Proven track record of leading large-scale, cross-functional initiatives in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships & influence at all levels of the organization 
• Excellent communication, written, verbal, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential data with discretion and care

Preferred Qualifications:

• ​​Strong knowledge of performance management & compensation planning processes and best practices  and/or track record driving highly complex initiatives 
• Familiarity with managing processes to enable technology - examples include: Workday, CultureAmp, Lattice etc
• Experience in a fast-paced, highly dynamic start up 
• Leadership presence with strong collaboration skills; able to articulate a clear problem statement & recommendation and secure buy-in and support from key stakeholders