Product Owner / Manager

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Product Manager to help drive the development of our intranet applications. As a contractor in this role, you will play a crucial part in rollout of new internal application that support the productivity and collaboration at foundation. You will work closely with key stakeholders across the foundation to understand internal needs, prioritize features, and ensure successful implementation of application.

Position Details:

• Product Strategy & Vision:
  • Define the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the intranet application, ensuring it aligns with business goals and internal user needs.
  • Partner with stakeholders (Grants management, Library, Communications, etc.) to identify pain points and opportunities for improving internal tools and workflows.
  • Help prioritize feature development and product enhancements based on business value and user feedback.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  • Work with internal teams to gather and define product requirements for new features and improvements to the intranet platform.
  • Collaborate with engineering and design teams to deliver high-quality, user-friendly solutions that meet the needs of our employees.
  • Coordinate with change management and training teams to ensure smooth product adoption and usage across the company.
• Product Development & Delivery:
  • Lead the product lifecycle from concept through development, testing, launch, and post-launch iterations.
  • Act as the product owner for the intranet platform, managing the product backlog and ensuring timely delivery of features.
  • Develop and communicate detailed product specifications and user stories for engineering teams.
• Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement:
  • Track the performance of the intranet application using relevant metrics and analytics to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
  • Gather and synthesize feedback from users to inform product decisions and iterations.
  • Suggest and implement optimizations to improve functionality, usability, and user adoption.
• Stakeholder Communication:
  • Maintain regular communication with internal stakeholders to keep them updated on product progress, upcoming features, and timelines.
  • Manage expectations and ensure alignment across teams on product priorities and delivery schedules.
  • Lead product demos and gather feedback from stakeholders to refine product direction.
• Post-launch Support:
  • Monitor the intranet application after launch to address any issues or bugs promptly.
  • Provide ongoing support to internal users, addressing feedback and troubleshooting any concerns or challenges.
  • Ensure that all training materials and documentation are updated as the product evolves.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Experience:
  • 3+ years of experience in product management, ideally working with internal applications or enterprise applications.
  • Experience with Agile methodologies, including managing product backlogs and working closely with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong ability to gather requirements, define user stories, and prioritize product features for maximum business impact.
• Skills & Knowledge:
  • Proven experience in driving internal product development and improving user workflows.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate product vision and requirements to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Data-driven approach to product management, with experience using analytics to inform decisions.
  • Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello, Asana) and product management frameworks.
  • Experience with employee experience applications, intranet platforms, or internal communication systems.
• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)