Technical Project Manager - Website and Database (Part Time/Contract)
Position Summary This is a 2 year, 40% part-time (16 hours/week), monthly paid, contract appointment. Working closely with a core project team, external vendors, and key stakeholders across the institution, the Technical Project Manager will be responsible for managing the complete redesign of the bampfa.org website and the concurrent development of a Content Management System (CMS) for all... BAMPFA exhibitions, programs, and events. BAMPFA is in the process of gathering data about internal and external needs, conducting vendor and market research, and drafting an RFP. The Technical Project Manager will take over this process and ensure a smooth transition to a new website and new museum-wide CMS. This position reports to the Director of Administration & Strategic Initiatives. Custom Scope Manages the end-to-end redesign and rebuild of the bampfa.org website representing institutional programming from the early 70s to the present. This position will be working directly with an outsourced web developer. This rebuild may include the transition from Drupal to a new platform such as Wordpress. This position manages the implementation of a content management system in tandem with the website rebuild that houses BAMPFAs upcoming and historical events, programs, and exhibitions. The Technical Project Manager will be responsible for setting and managing deadlines, communicating with both internal and external stakeholders, tracking budgets, and offering technical consultation for all stages of this project, from RFP development to final deployment, training and documentation. Responsibilities Ultimately responsible for keeping the relaunch of bampfa.org organized, guiding team members as they work, and updating project information regularly. Sets key milestones, deadlines, and identifies relevant stakeholders for all stages of the project. Communicates expectations to stakeholders and vendor. Acts as project lead and primary point of contact for all internal stakeholders and outside contractors during all stages of the project. Through consultation with subject matter experts and based on personal expertise, offers input on technological approach, vendor selection, potential technological pitfalls or efficiencies. Develops detailed project plans for the website and CMS deployment. This includes wireframing, sitemaps & scope of work, and integration between the two systems. Scoping out and guiding the implementation of a Content Management System that works in tandem with our website platform. Manages the RFP process, including contact with potential vendors and guiding them through the application process. Setting meetings with internal stakeholders to review RFP applicants, choosing a vendor, and guiding them through the Vendoring process, including vendoring forms, completed a Statement of Work, estimate, and insurance requirements. Monitors budget and resources. Works with vendors on creating realistic estimates and ensures the project is staying on budget, or alerting Directors in advance if the project is at risk of going over budget. Manages feedback and input processes to effectively meet the strategic initiative project goals. Maintains all research and meeting notes, as well as documentation that pertains to all stages of the project Apply Job!