DE&I Project Manager

Kforce Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce Inc. is seeking a DE&I Project Manager in NYC to lead diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that support culture, engagement, and business outcomes. You will partner with HR, ERGs, and leaders to drive strategic programs from planning through execution.

The ideal candidate has strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience supporting DE&I or organizational effectiveness initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Organizational Development, Project Management, Communications or related field preferred.
• 5+ years in project management, HR/DE&I, or related functions.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional initiatives and multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage DE&I programs and strategic projects from planning to execution.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and reporting frameworks.
• Partner with HR, Talent Acquisition, L&D, and leaders to support DE&I goals.
• Coordinate engagement programs, campaigns, training, and inclusion events.
• Track progress, manage risks, and ensure timely deliverables.
• Collect and report DE&I metrics, KPIs, and outcomes.
• Prepare executive dashboards and program reporting for leadership.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication

Analysis & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client in NYC that is seeking a DE&I Project Manager to lead Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) initiatives, programs, and strategic projects that support organizational culture, employee engagement, and business objectives. This role partners with HR, business leaders, employee resource groups, and cross-functional stakeholders to manage DE&I programs, track outcomes, and drive meaningful organizational change. The ideal candidate combines strong project management expertise, stakeholder engagement skills, and experience supporting diversity, inclusion, talent, culture, or organizational effectiveness initiatives.

• Lead and manage DE&I programs, initiatives, and strategic projects from planning through execution
• Develop project plans, timelines, milestones, budgets, and reporting frameworks
• Partner with HR, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and business leaders to support DE&I strategies and goals
• Coordinate employee engagement programs, awareness campaigns, training initiatives, and inclusion-focused events
• Track project progress, manage risks, and ensure deliverables are completed on time
• Collect, analyze, and report on DE&I metrics, KPIs, and program outcomes
• Support employee resource groups (ERGs) and related engagement initiatives
• Prepare executive presentations, dashboards, and program reporting for leadership
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, communications, and project updates
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and program enhancements
• Support change management and communication efforts related to organizational initiatives
• Maintain project documentation, governance materials, and reporting records

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, Project Management, Communications, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of experience in project management, program management, HR, DE&I, talent management, organizational development, or related functions
• Experience managing cross-functional initiatives and multiple stakeholders
• Strong project management, planning, and execution skills
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with reporting, metrics, dashboards, and program measurement
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, Prosci, Lean, Six Sigma, or similar project management certification
• Experience supporting employee engagement, culture, or organizational effectiveness programs
• Experience with HR systems, survey tools, or reporting platforms
• Consulting, professional services, or large enterprise experience).{