Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The CMBI Experiences Project Manager is responsible for assessing, managing, and executing projects within the Children's Mercy Berry Institute. This position serves as the Communications & Marketing Department's primary point of contact to the CMBI. This position works collaboratively with the CMBI leadership and staff to leverage different channels to maximize engagement between team members and CMBI. This position also is responsible for ensuring all CMBI collateral materials and messaging are consistent with the Children's Mercy brand.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Work with CMBI team members and stakeholders to define and manage project scopes, goals, and deliverables for the Berry Institute:

 • Understand the project's objectives and ensure all stakeholders are aligned.  

 • Develop a clear project plan outlining key milestones and deliverables.

 • Coordinate internal resources and identify vendor needs.

 • Ensure effective communication and collaboration among team members.

 • Implement metrics to track progress against the project plan.

 • Escalate critical issues to appropriate level of leadership and/or stakeholders. Address concerns and feedback immediately.

 • Document all aspects of the project, including plans, progress reports, and future improvements.

Assist with creating a streamlined onboarding approach at CM:

 • Partner with Director of CMBI Events and other leaders to analyze current process, assess future needs, and create a process to onboard all employees at CM.

 • Assist with new employee orientation. Including attending CMO in person and serve as back up to CMBI Onboarding Specialist.

 • Assist with managing persona project including monitoring success.

Work with CMBI leadership and the Marketing and Communications Department to create an integrated marketing campaign to raise awareness about CMBI offerings for team members and external parties:

• Assist in guiding strategy for CMBI

• Serve as day-to-day liaison with marketing and communications department

• Ensure internal engagement, developing tactical plans

• Develop and present updates and results for internal stakeholders

Assist with creating a streamlined onboarding approach at CM:

• Partner with Director of CMBI Events and other leaders to analyze current process, assess future needs, and create a process to onboard all employees at CM.

• Assist with new employee orientation. Including attending CMO in person and serve as back up to CMBI Onboarding Specialist.

• Assist with managing persona project including monitoring success.

Partner with CMBI teams, to help guide communications, copy and materials development that is "on-brand" relative to design, messaging and tone:

• Provide direction to creative and design team, when needed.

• Responsible for final review, proof and approval prior to release.

• Bachelor's Degree and 3-5 years' experience Proven experience as a Project Manager. Excellent client facing and internal communication skills.; Strong organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking required.; Digital marketing and social media experience preferred.; Non-profit marketing or communications experience preferred.; Project Management Professional (PMP) certification a plus.
• Project Management Professional PMP Preferred Upon Hire.

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $29.54/hr, but your salaried offer will be determined based upon your education and experience.

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children’s Mercy locations and may not work from home.

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.