Marketing Project Management Specialist
Description
About NYRR
New York Road Runners (NYRR) was founded in 1958 when a small group of passionate runners vowed to bring running to the people and has grown from a local running club into the world’s premier community running organization. NYRR’s vision is to build healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running.
NYRR’s year-round offerings of races, community events, programs, and training resources provide hundreds of thousands of people with the motivation, know-how, and opportunities to start running and keep running for life. NYRR’s premier event, the famed TCS New York City Marathon, attracts the world’s top professional runners and committed amateurs alike, while also raising millions of dollars annually for charity and driving economic impact for New York City. NYRR is equally committed to the runners of tomorrow, passionately providing youth fitness programs that educate and inspire children in underserved communities in New York City, nationwide, and around the world.
Headquartered in New York City, NYRR is a 501(c)(3) organization. To learn more, please visit www.nyrr.org.
At New York Road Runners, we are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace by finding the best candidate for the job. We understand that skills come from a variety of different backgrounds. Checking off every single requirement on our job description is not necessary to apply. If you think you are a good fit and have a passion for the work we do, please submit your application. We are eager to learn about your experience and skills! You may be the right candidate for this or other open positions.
New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer
About the Department
The Marketing, Creative & Digital team works collaboratively with all departments across the organization to support strategy formulation, growth plan execution, and project implementation. The team provides the organization with in-depth analytical support in evaluating existing operations and new business opportunities. Furthermore, they help lead and advise cross-functional project teams in executing action items/special projects that have been designed to help NYRR continue to reach its strategic objectives.
We are a diverse team of Marketing, Digital, Brand Storytelling, Design and Content experts dedicated to fostering cross-functional collaboration and innovation all in the furtherance of the NYRR mission, strategic pillars, and goals. Together, we amplify our brand’s voice, connect authentically with our audience, and inspire action and growth.
About the Position
The Marketing Project Management Specialist will report to the Chief Marketing and Digital Officer and will support the project management across all pillars of the Marketing, Creative, & Digital team, with particular focus on milestone initiatives, key organizational priorities, and new strategic programs. This role will oversee planning, coordination, and execution of high-priority marketing initiatives, critical campaigns, and brand efforts.
Job Responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities:
- Plan, execute, and monitor marketing projects and initiatives to ensure maximum impact and efficiency
- Ensure alignment with marketing strategy, departmental priorities, and organizational goals
- Lead cross-functional teams to drive successful project execution while maintaining scope and objectives
- Manage project budgets, resources, and dependencies
- Develop, maintain, and track project timelines, milestones, and project risks to ensure project stays within scope.
- Lead project management efforts for major marketing initiatives, including:
- Continued rollout and implementation of the NYRR brand and logo across all races, properties, programs.
- Key projects supporting the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon and anniversary activities
Supporting Responsibilities:
- Partner with the Strategy, Planning & Analytics and Studio teams to strengthen project management best practices across the organization
- Support the development of templates, documentation standards and training materials
- Build upon and enhance cross-functional collaboration frameworks to improve communication, transparency, and teamwork across the organization
- Work with NYRR teams to identify process optimization opportunities and develop actionable recommendations, while supporting organization-wide change management initiatives
- Assist in facilitating creative and strategic brainstorming sessions
- Support the execution of annual strategy planning sessions and related recaps for marketing-driven initiatives
Job Requirements:
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience, including 2–5 years of project management experience, preferably within the marketing and/or nonprofit sectors.
- Strategy experience a plus
- Solid experience with change management and process improvement projects
- Knowledge and understanding of sports events, youth sports and activities, and community programs.
- Experience with project management tools, Monday.com is preferred.
Education and Certifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- PMP or other Project Management certification a plus
Skills and Attributes:
- Resourceful, innovative, and strategic thinker
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills combined with a strong work ethic and tenacity
- Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- High initiative and ability to drive timely delivery of workplans
- Capacity to synthesize large amounts of data and effectively present findings to leadership and area owners
- Financial aptitude and business acumen, able to read, understand, translate, and create qualitative and quantitative reports related to financial and business performance
- Superb time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; aptitude to work with a variety of internal and external constituencies
- Strong presentation skills
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team on collaborative assignments
- Ability to exercise discretion with confidential matters and information
- Fluency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams
- Ability to work occasional weekends or evenings
- Operate on a hybrid schedule, with two days per week in the NYRR office in NYC
Other Requirements:
- Experience in sports (especially running!) at any level a plus
- Heart, humor and an appreciation for the value of physical fitness
- All staff are required to work the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon, RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, and the TCS New York City Marathon
Salary: $76,000 – $85,000/year
New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer