Manager of People Strategy and Projects (Immediate)

KIPP Capital Region Public Schools•Albany, NY

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of People Strategy and Projects supports the Chief People Officer (CPO) and People Team in planning, coordinating, and executing regional people priorities, strategic initiatives, and administrative operations across KIPP Capital Region. The role partners with the CPO and leaders across Talent Acquisition, Human Resources and People Operations, and Leadership and Organizational Development to coordinate projects, staffing initiatives, employee experience efforts, leadership development, professional development, and training. The position provides executive and administrative support to the CPO, including calendar and meeting coordination, preparation of materials, follow-up, and tracking commitments. It also coordinates People Team operations, meetings, retreats, and regional initiatives; maintains project plans, trackers, dashboards, calendars, and document systems; prepares reports and presentations; and monitors progress and accountability across projects. The role works with school leaders, Principals, regional executives, and other stakeholders, and identifies opportunities to improve workflows, standardize processes, and strengthen execution. The role is based at KIPP Capital Region schools in Albany, New York. KIPP Capital Region is a public charter school network serving more than 2,500 students in grades K–12 across seven schools in Albany and Troy. The organization emphasizes anti-racism, equity, and racial justice, and expects staff to support its mission, policies, and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
At least two years of professional experience in project management, program coordination, executive support, operations, administration, Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, or a related field.
Experience supporting senior leaders or executive teams; experience in education, nonprofit organizations, Human Resources, or complex multi-site environments is preferred.
Demonstrated success managing multiple projects, coordinating stakeholders, and delivering results within established timelines.
Strong organizational and administrative skills, including calendar management, meeting coordination, document preparation, and project tracking.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of professional correspondence, presentations, reports, and executive summaries.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and project management tools.
Experience developing and maintaining project trackers, dashboards, workflows, and administrative systems.
Ability to analyze information, identify trends, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, exercise sound judgment, and manage competing priorities.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally and discreetly.
Ability to work a flexible schedule outside regular business hours when necessary.
Aptitude for creating and working within an inclusive environment that honors and supports diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Ability to access and navigate school buildings, regional offices, and other facilities as needed.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, printers, copiers, phones, and calculators.
Physical ability to occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, People Operations, or employee experience initiatives.
Experience coordinating professional development programs, training initiatives, or organizational development projects.
Prior experience working in public charter schools, K–12 education, or mission-driven organizations.
Experience coordinating cross-functional initiatives and working with multiple stakeholders.
Familiarity with HR information systems, applicant tracking systems, learning management systems, and project management platforms.

Responsibilities

Partner with the Chief People Officer to coordinate and execute strategic projects, initiatives, and priorities across the People Team and region.
Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, deliverables, dependencies, assigned responsibilities, trackers, dashboards, and reporting systems.
Manage multiple projects and monitor progress against timelines, commitments, and deliverables.
Coordinate the CPO’s administrative priorities, including scheduling, meeting preparation, follow-up, and tracking commitments.
Coordinate complex calendars, meetings, and engagements involving school leaders, regional executives, People Team leaders, and external stakeholders.
Prepare materials and information to support the CPO’s decision-making.
Coordinate assigned Talent Acquisition projects, staffing initiatives, workforce planning priorities, recruitment campaigns, hiring initiatives, and recruitment events.
Coordinate assigned HR and People Operations initiatives, including projects related to onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, policy implementation, employee engagement, process improvement, staff surveys, and employee experience.
Coordinate leadership development, professional development, and training initiatives, including calendars, plans, workshops, and programs for school and regional leaders and staff.
Support People Team meetings, leadership convenings, retreats, professional development sessions, and other regional initiatives; prepare agendas and materials, document decisions, and track follow-up actions.
Maintain centralized systems for People Team documents, calendars, project plans, and operational resources.
Collect, organize, and synthesize information from People Team leaders, school leaders, and regional stakeholders for CPO decision-making.
Prepare accurate, timely, and clear reports, presentations, and executive summaries; identify trends, gaps, and areas requiring attention.
Coordinate communication and collaboration among the CPO, People Team, Principals, school leadership teams, regional departments, and other stakeholders.
Assess administrative and project management processes and implement standardized templates, trackers, workflows, documentation, and tools to improve efficiency and accountability.
Communicate proactively with the CPO about priorities, deadlines, progress, and outstanding decisions; draft communications, announcements, presentations, and updates as directed.
Perform other duties outlined by the Chief People Officer.
Comply with applicable charter, federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and adhere to organizational policies and procedures.
Promote and support the organization’s mission, vision, and values, including participation in internal surveys and data collection for continuous improvement.