Project Manager, Inclusion & Culture - Diversity and Inclusion - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Exempt) (Non-Union)

The Project Manager of Inclusion and Culture will support the execution of the office of health equity, inclusion, and community initiatives across Keck Medicine of USC. This role is responsible for managing and coordinating various projects aimed at promoting inclusion, equity, and community within the organization. The Project Manager will work closely with the Manager of Inclusion and Culture and members of the Office of Health Equity, Inclusion and Community office to ensure seamless implementation of health equity, inclusions and community programs, track progress, and provide operational support to initiatives that drive an inclusive and positive organizational culture.

The Project Manager, Organizational Effectiveness is a key member of the Human Resources team and provides a wide range of project management and operational support. The individual will assist in the administration and coordination of a variety functions including planning, budgeting, organizing, research, and management of activities for the Associate Administrator, Organizational Effectiveness and other senior leaders of the Human Resources team. Assignments will involve coordination with a variety of HR functions and collaborating with departments or entities within Keck Medicine or at University Park Campus. This work involves organizations that are part of due diligence, integration, or additional key strategic priorities with Keck Medicine.

Essential Duties:

• Project Management & Execution • Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of inclusion and culture projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with the company’s overall health equity, inclusion and community and organizational strategy. • Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure initiatives are delivered on time and within scope. • Coordinate across multiple teams and departments to ensure effective communication, resource allocation, and project tracking.
• Program Support & Coordination • Assist in the design and implementation of programs, training sessions, workshops, and events that foster inclusivity. • Manage logistics and administrative tasks related to employee resource groups (ERGs), cultural events, and workshops. • Provide support in tracking and measuring the effectiveness of health equity, inclusion and community initiatives through surveys, feedback, and other performance indicators.
• Stakeholder Communication • Serve as a key point of contact for employees and leadership regarding the status of inclusion and culture initiatives. • Prepare regular status updates, reports, and presentations for Health Equity, Inclusion and Community leadership and other stakeholders to ensure transparency and progress toward goals. • Communicate effectively with various teams, including HR, leadership, and employees, to ensure alignment and buy-in on inclusion, culture, and community projects.
• Data Management & Reporting • Collect, analyze, and organize data related to inclusion, culture, and community efforts, including survey results, ERG participation, and other key performance indicators. • Track the progress of inclusion, culture and community initiatives and assist in preparing reports and presentations for leadership on project outcomes and next steps. • Assist in conducting assessments and surveys to gather employee feedback and inform future projects.
• Continuous Improvement & Feedback • Support office of health equity, inclusion and community leadership in identifying opportunities to improve initiatives based on data, employee feedback, and industry best practices. • Help facilitate focus groups, feedback sessions, and other forums to gather input and refine strategies. • Stay current on best practices, emerging trends, and tools in diversity, equity, and inclusion to continuously enhance project effectiveness.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration • Work closely with internal teams (HR, Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, etc.) to ensure integration of applicable principles into the broader organizational processes. • Collaborate with external partners, vendors, and community organizations to support and enhance inclusion, culture, and community efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Req Bachelor’s Degree In Human Resources, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.

• Req 3 years Experience in project management, diversity and inclusion, or a related field.

• Req Strong understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion concepts, best practices, and trends.
• Req Proven ability to manage and execute projects, including developing project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Req Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage and collaborate with diverse teams.
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