Vice President of Industry Projects

Role Description The Vice President of Industry Projects is a full-time remote role responsible for leading complex, cross-functional initiatives that advance the organization’s position within its industry. This role oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, budgets, and timelines. The Vice President collaborates with executive leadership, project teams, and external stakeholders to define project scope, set priorities, and manage risks. Daily responsibilities include guiding project managers, monitoring progress through reports and dashboards, resolving issues and dependencies, and optimizing processes for consistent project success. The role also involves developing long-term industry partnerships, identifying emerging trends and opportunities, and presenting project outcomes and recommendations to senior leadership and boards.
Qualifications
Demonstrated leadership experience in overseeing large-scale, multi-stakeholder industry projects and initiatives.
Strong strategic planning, portfolio management, and organizational skills, with a track record of delivering results on complex programs.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills to work effectively with executive leaders, partners, and cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in project and program management methodologies, tools, and performance measurement practices.
Ability to operate effectively in a remote environment, including managing distributed teams and collaborating across time zones.
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks, develop mitigation strategies, and support data-informed decisions.
Experience developing industry partnerships, alliances, or consortia and representing the organization in external forums.
Relevant bachelor’s degree; an advanced degree in business, management, or a related field is preferred.
Background in the organization’s target industry or adjacent sectors, with knowledge of current trends, regulations, and key stakeholders.

Work arrangement
Yes