at The Ogilvy Group in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Program Manager, Strategic Inclusion & Operations
About Ogilvy
Ogilvy was founded in 1948 by David Ogilvy. David created a culture that deeply respects and cares about its people and clients. Our mission is to inspire people and brands to make an impact and we are committed to attracting, growing, and retaining the best talent in the industry.
What You'll Do
Develop and lead the creation and maintenance of the full team's operational processes including finance, communications, creative assets, internal/external team trackers and forms.
Assist in the development and execution of campaigns, events, and programming.
Schedule meetings and coordinate with various departments (such as creative, communications, and accounts) to ensure all project components are aligned and progressing.
Monitor project timelines and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
Serve as a liaison between different stakeholders, including team members, clients, and external vendors.
Relay messages, updates, and feedback clearly and efficiently to ensure all parties are informed and on the same page.
Facilitate effective communication to maintain project momentum and address any issues promptly.
Handle administrative tasks such as preparing wrap-up reports and maintaining project documentation.
Conduct research to support strategies for events, programs/activations and analyze competitors and gather data on market trends.
Compile information to aid in the development of inclusion strategies and provide insights for project planning.
Facilitate the creative process by ensuring all necessary resources and information are available.
Manage processes that intersect with the inclusion team to ensure cohesive project execution.
Monitor the effectiveness of DEI initiatives and programs through data collection and analysis.
Prepare detailed reports for senior management on the progress of all initiatives
Serve as trusted team member on creative review sessions for requested Client feedback around inclusion.
What You'll Need
Multi-tasking, ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines. Adapting quickly to changes and re-prioritizing tasks as needed is crucial.
Attention to detail, precision is key in ensuring that all aspects of the projects are executed as planned without errors.
Must work effectively within a team setting, contributing to a collaborative environment while also being able to work independently when required.
Proactive Approach
Anticipate needs and potential challenges before they arise. Being proactive in addressing issues and suggesting solutions is highly valued.
The advertising industry is dynamic, so staying updated with the latest trends, tools, and technologies is important for effective performance.
This role is foundational and serves as the step before a project manager. It requires a blend of administrative competence, organizational skills,
How We'll Support You
Ogilvy celebrates its people. Fully. Enthusiastically. Unhesitatingly. We'll empower you with the tools you'll need to succeed. We'll give you the autonomy to seek out new paths and better ways of doing things. We'll support you with colleagues who are experts in their disciplines, drawn from across the Ogilvy network. And we'll provide opportunities for you to do work of which you'll be proud, with people you'll be proud to call your teammates.
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The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click here for more details.
Pay Range
$60,000—$140,000 USD
At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression.
We believe in building powerful teamswithpurpose. This means hiring and nurturing talent across all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientation, and gender identities - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality.
Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve. This is central to our... For full info follow application link.
Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.
