Employee Resource Group Program Manager

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An Employee Resource Group Program Manager builds and runs employee-led communities that support belonging, career growth, and culture. The role partners with employee group leaders and business teams to plan events, manage budgets, measure outcomes, and ensure programs align with company values and goals.

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Key Responsibilities

Create an Employee Resource Group strategy and yearly plan
Support Employee Resource Group leaders with coaching and tools
Develop program guidelines and operating standards
Plan and deliver events, speakers, and awareness campaigns
Manage budgets, funding requests, and vendor relationships
Build communication plans and internal marketing
Partner with Human Resources, Talent, and Internal Communications
Track participation, feedback, and program impact metrics
Ensure programs are inclusive and accessible across locations
Identify risks and handle sensitive issues with care and confidentiality

Top Skills for Success

Program Management

Stakeholder Management

Facilitation

Inclusive Program Design

Event Planning

Communication Planning

Change Management

Conflict Resolution

Budget Management

Vendor Management

Data Literacy

Employee Listening

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Diversity and Inclusion Program Manager

People Experience Manager

Culture and Engagement Manager

Internal Communications Manager

Employee Engagement Specialist

Talent Development Program Manager

Transition Opportunities

Head of Employee Experience

Director of Culture and Engagement

Director of Diversity and Inclusion Programs

People Operations Manager

Chief of Staff for People Team

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Impact MeasurementExecutive CommunicationRisk ManagementBudget ForecastingGlobal Program DeliveryVolunteer Leader Coaching

Development SuggestionsBuild a simple measurement plan with clear goals, a few key metrics, and a quarterly review. Practice concise updates for senior leaders. Learn basic budget forecasting and vendor contracting steps. Shadow a global program team to understand regional needs and accessibility requirements. Create a repeatable coaching toolkit for group leaders.

Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry LevelUSD 70,000 to 95,000

Mid LevelUSD 95,000 to 130,000

Senior LevelUSD 130,000 to 175,000

Growth Trend

Steady demand. Hiring tends to increase at larger companies and during periods of culture change, but can be sensitive to budget shifts.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

MicrosoftGoogleMetaAmazonSalesforceAccentureDeloitteJPMorgan ChaseUnitedHealth GroupWalmart

Industry Sectors

TechnologyFinancial ServicesConsultingHealthcareRetailMediaManufacturingEducationGovernmentNonprofit

Recommended Next Steps

Create a sample annual Employee Resource Group roadmap with goals, milestones, and budget

Draft a set of Employee Resource Group guidelines and leader playbook

Build a simple dashboard that tracks participation, satisfaction, and outcomes

Practice an executive update that fits in one page with clear decisions needed

Run a small pilot event series and document learnings and results

Network with Employee Resource Group leaders and People team partners to validate priorities

Earn a program management credential or complete a practical program management course

Collect work samples that show planning, communication, and measurable impact