NYC Staffing
Senior Manager, EDIB (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging) Strategic Ini
NYC Staffing, New York, New York, United States, 10001
Senior Manager, EDIB Strategic Initiatives
Location: New York, NY | Washington, DC Full time Position Summary: The Senior Manager, EDIB Strategic Initiatives serves as a key cross-functional leader within the Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging. This role supports and drives high-impact programs that advance Audubon's EDIB goals across all pillars: Consulting & Coaching, Education & Awareness, Experience & Culture, and Inclusive Community Partnerships. This role requires a strategic thinker, effective communicator, and results-driven program and project manager who can lead cross-departmental efforts, oversee inclusive engagement strategies, and help design scalable systems that embed EDIB values across the organization. This position also plays a vital role in fostering staff engagement, operationalizing internal councils (including ERGs), and ensuring consistent alignment to the Flight Plan and EDIB Roadmap. This is a hybrid position based in Audubon's New York City or Washington, DC offices. We will also consider remote candidates within the United States. Compensation: Salary range based on geo-differentials: $92,000 - $103,000 / year = National $103,000 - $116,000 / year = Alaska, CA (not San Francisco), Connecticut, D.C., Chicago, Oyster Bay, NY $115,000 - $129,000 / year = NYC (not Oyster Bay), San Francisco, Seattle Essential Functions
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) & Councils Provide strategic and operational guidance to all ERG and Council Co-chairs, including budget management and program alignment. Support the design and execution of annual programming tied to cultural milestones and enterprise priorities and partner with ERG leaders to set measurable goals and track progress through action plans. Facilitate ERG leadership meetings and check-ins to drive collaboration, leadership development, and accountability. Champion visibility and participation in ERG programs and events across all levels of staff. Strategic Program / Project Management & EDIB Data Reporting Provide strategic and operational guidance to all ERG and Council Co-chairs, including budget management and program alignment. Translate strategic EDIB priorities into detailed project plans with scalable systems, processes, clear milestones, timelines, and measurable outcomes. Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools to track initiative status, resource allocation, and progress toward organizational benchmarks. Manage and safeguard confidential information, including data related to employee climate, compliance trends, and leadership recommendations. Apply change management and continuous improvement methodologies to refine EDIB-related programs over time. Conduct internal assessments, prepare confidential reporting dashboards, and manage data integrity across EDIB priorities. Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data to inform organization-wide planning and decision-making. Monitor national trends, legal changes, and innovations in diversity metrics and translate them into organizational recommendations. Maintain and foster a culture of safety. Inclusive Community Partnerships & Outreach Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with community-based and equity-centered organizations. Lead cross-sector collaborations that align with Audubon's EDIB and Flight Plan priorities. Oversee partnership execution, including sponsorships, joint programming, and measurable impact tracking. Support sourcing and outreach strategies for diverse vendors and consultants to ensure equitable procurement practices. Collaborate with internal teams to amplify community voices and shared outcomes. Employee Engagement & All-Team Initiatives Lead the design and execution of EDIB-sponsored staff engagement initiatives, such as inclusive observances, dialogue sessions, recognition efforts, or climate pulse surveys. Partner with People & Culture to support retention and engagement strategies rooted in equity and staff voice. Lead logistics and content planning for EDIB all-team meetings and retreats. Develop internal feedback loops to ensure employee insights shape EDIB strategy and continuous improvement. Communications Management Partner with Internal Communications, People & Culture, and other cross-functional teams to ensure messaging is inclusive, culturally competent, and aligned with organizational values. Develop and execute communication strategies that promote EDIB initiatives, resources, and learning opportunities across internal platforms. Craft and manage messaging tailored to diverse internal audiences to build awareness, transparency, and sustained engagement around EDIB efforts. Identify, develop, and share EDIB-related success stories that showcase impact, elevate internal champions, and help educate and inspire broader staff involvement. Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Functional Collaboration Act as a strategic connector across departments to embed EDIB into planning, policy, and team execution. Build strong, trust-based relationships with ERG leaders, senior staff, and cross-functional teams to align and amplify EDIB impact. Drive collaboration with People & Culture, Communications, Legal, and Program teams to advance inclusive practices and org-wide benchmarks. Other job-related duties as assigned Qualifications
7 - 10 years of relevant EDIB, HR, organizational change or project management experience. Written and oral fluency in Spanish and English. Deep understanding of DEI frameworks, inclusive leadership, and accessibility principles. Proven experience handling confidential or sensitive organizational information. Strong analytical, project management, stakeholder management, and communication skills. Proficiency in Project Management tools (e.g., Asana), Microsoft Office (especially - Excel, Powerpoint), Sharepoint, Zoom, Google Suite, and diversity-related platforms/tools. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience managing sensitive messaging. Experience with ERGs, vendor relations, or language access programs strongly preferred. This role will also be accountable to apply and develop the following EDIB Tenets and Behaviors of High-Performing Teams: Fostering Relationships: Build trust, mutual respect, and understanding through regular and genuine interactions while promoting a positive and inclusive environment. Analytical Thinking: Recognize and value diverse perspectives and experiences in data analysis to foster a more comprehensive and equitable approach to problem-solving. Creativity and Innovation: Leverage creativity and imagination to generate new insights and solutions while embracing diverse ideas and approaches that foster innovation. Facilitating Change: Work with others to explore innovative approaches to problem-solving while promoting inclusivity, equity, accessibility, and belonging in the change process. Team Leadership: Communicate vision and engage others or the team to solve problems while valuing diverse perspectives and fostering inclusivity. Internalize the Team's Core Purpose: The team openly discusses and agrees on shared goals, communicates honestly and transparently, and demonstrates a clear, mutual understanding of both objectives and group dynamics. Adopt Mutual Responsibility: Team members are committed to doing their own work well and holding each other accountable. Offer Mutual Support: Team members demonstrate maturity and self-control by maintaining professionalism and trust within the groupthis includes avoiding negative talk about colleagues outside the team, not disclosing internal conflicts, and actively looking out for one another's well-being. Create Clarity: Communicate frequently and effectively to help others learn, understand, and synthesize complexity into shared insight. Solve Problems and Make Decisions as a Group: Use a fair and transparent process for group decision-making. Learn how to influence, agree, and disagree constructively. Learn As a Group: Continuously reflect on and apply lessons from both successes and mistakes as the team evolves. Live the Organization's Values: Demonstrate Audubon's core values through everyday words and actions. EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. Accessibility Statement: The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Location: New York, NY | Washington, DC Full time Position Summary: The Senior Manager, EDIB Strategic Initiatives serves as a key cross-functional leader within the Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging. This role supports and drives high-impact programs that advance Audubon's EDIB goals across all pillars: Consulting & Coaching, Education & Awareness, Experience & Culture, and Inclusive Community Partnerships. This role requires a strategic thinker, effective communicator, and results-driven program and project manager who can lead cross-departmental efforts, oversee inclusive engagement strategies, and help design scalable systems that embed EDIB values across the organization. This position also plays a vital role in fostering staff engagement, operationalizing internal councils (including ERGs), and ensuring consistent alignment to the Flight Plan and EDIB Roadmap. This is a hybrid position based in Audubon's New York City or Washington, DC offices. We will also consider remote candidates within the United States. Compensation: Salary range based on geo-differentials: $92,000 - $103,000 / year = National $103,000 - $116,000 / year = Alaska, CA (not San Francisco), Connecticut, D.C., Chicago, Oyster Bay, NY $115,000 - $129,000 / year = NYC (not Oyster Bay), San Francisco, Seattle Essential Functions
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) & Councils Provide strategic and operational guidance to all ERG and Council Co-chairs, including budget management and program alignment. Support the design and execution of annual programming tied to cultural milestones and enterprise priorities and partner with ERG leaders to set measurable goals and track progress through action plans. Facilitate ERG leadership meetings and check-ins to drive collaboration, leadership development, and accountability. Champion visibility and participation in ERG programs and events across all levels of staff. Strategic Program / Project Management & EDIB Data Reporting Provide strategic and operational guidance to all ERG and Council Co-chairs, including budget management and program alignment. Translate strategic EDIB priorities into detailed project plans with scalable systems, processes, clear milestones, timelines, and measurable outcomes. Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools to track initiative status, resource allocation, and progress toward organizational benchmarks. Manage and safeguard confidential information, including data related to employee climate, compliance trends, and leadership recommendations. Apply change management and continuous improvement methodologies to refine EDIB-related programs over time. Conduct internal assessments, prepare confidential reporting dashboards, and manage data integrity across EDIB priorities. Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data to inform organization-wide planning and decision-making. Monitor national trends, legal changes, and innovations in diversity metrics and translate them into organizational recommendations. Maintain and foster a culture of safety. Inclusive Community Partnerships & Outreach Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with community-based and equity-centered organizations. Lead cross-sector collaborations that align with Audubon's EDIB and Flight Plan priorities. Oversee partnership execution, including sponsorships, joint programming, and measurable impact tracking. Support sourcing and outreach strategies for diverse vendors and consultants to ensure equitable procurement practices. Collaborate with internal teams to amplify community voices and shared outcomes. Employee Engagement & All-Team Initiatives Lead the design and execution of EDIB-sponsored staff engagement initiatives, such as inclusive observances, dialogue sessions, recognition efforts, or climate pulse surveys. Partner with People & Culture to support retention and engagement strategies rooted in equity and staff voice. Lead logistics and content planning for EDIB all-team meetings and retreats. Develop internal feedback loops to ensure employee insights shape EDIB strategy and continuous improvement. Communications Management Partner with Internal Communications, People & Culture, and other cross-functional teams to ensure messaging is inclusive, culturally competent, and aligned with organizational values. Develop and execute communication strategies that promote EDIB initiatives, resources, and learning opportunities across internal platforms. Craft and manage messaging tailored to diverse internal audiences to build awareness, transparency, and sustained engagement around EDIB efforts. Identify, develop, and share EDIB-related success stories that showcase impact, elevate internal champions, and help educate and inspire broader staff involvement. Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Functional Collaboration Act as a strategic connector across departments to embed EDIB into planning, policy, and team execution. Build strong, trust-based relationships with ERG leaders, senior staff, and cross-functional teams to align and amplify EDIB impact. Drive collaboration with People & Culture, Communications, Legal, and Program teams to advance inclusive practices and org-wide benchmarks. Other job-related duties as assigned Qualifications
7 - 10 years of relevant EDIB, HR, organizational change or project management experience. Written and oral fluency in Spanish and English. Deep understanding of DEI frameworks, inclusive leadership, and accessibility principles. Proven experience handling confidential or sensitive organizational information. Strong analytical, project management, stakeholder management, and communication skills. Proficiency in Project Management tools (e.g., Asana), Microsoft Office (especially - Excel, Powerpoint), Sharepoint, Zoom, Google Suite, and diversity-related platforms/tools. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience managing sensitive messaging. Experience with ERGs, vendor relations, or language access programs strongly preferred. This role will also be accountable to apply and develop the following EDIB Tenets and Behaviors of High-Performing Teams: Fostering Relationships: Build trust, mutual respect, and understanding through regular and genuine interactions while promoting a positive and inclusive environment. Analytical Thinking: Recognize and value diverse perspectives and experiences in data analysis to foster a more comprehensive and equitable approach to problem-solving. Creativity and Innovation: Leverage creativity and imagination to generate new insights and solutions while embracing diverse ideas and approaches that foster innovation. Facilitating Change: Work with others to explore innovative approaches to problem-solving while promoting inclusivity, equity, accessibility, and belonging in the change process. Team Leadership: Communicate vision and engage others or the team to solve problems while valuing diverse perspectives and fostering inclusivity. Internalize the Team's Core Purpose: The team openly discusses and agrees on shared goals, communicates honestly and transparently, and demonstrates a clear, mutual understanding of both objectives and group dynamics. Adopt Mutual Responsibility: Team members are committed to doing their own work well and holding each other accountable. Offer Mutual Support: Team members demonstrate maturity and self-control by maintaining professionalism and trust within the groupthis includes avoiding negative talk about colleagues outside the team, not disclosing internal conflicts, and actively looking out for one another's well-being. Create Clarity: Communicate frequently and effectively to help others learn, understand, and synthesize complexity into shared insight. Solve Problems and Make Decisions as a Group: Use a fair and transparent process for group decision-making. Learn how to influence, agree, and disagree constructively. Learn As a Group: Continuously reflect on and apply lessons from both successes and mistakes as the team evolves. Live the Organization's Values: Demonstrate Audubon's core values through everyday words and actions. EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. Accessibility Statement: The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.