IT Project Manager

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned IT Project Manager to join the Information Technology department. 

The IT Project Manager will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life. 

The IT Project Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of technology-related projects that support the mission and operations of Harlem Children’s Zone/Promise Academy. This role requires a strategic thinker who can balance technical expertise with strong project management skills, ensuring that technology solutions are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational priorities. The ideal candidate will be proficient with project management software and have proven experience working in a charter school, education, or non-profit environment. The IT Project Manager will report to the Director of

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Requirements

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Information Systems, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• Minimum 3 – 5 years of IT project Management experience, preferably in a non-profit environment

Who you are

• Proficiency in using project management and collaboration platforms

• Strong understanding of IT systems, instructional technology platforms and ecosystems

• Solid understanding of managing network, systems, cloud, and cybersecurity-related projects preferred

• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in mission-critical, fast-paced school/non-profit environments

• Ability to build trust and manage cross-functional teams

• PMP, CAPM, or other relevant project management certification is preferred

• Monday.com proficiency is preferred

What you’ll do 

• Lead and manage IT-related projects across Harlem Children’s Zone/Promise Academy, including IT infrastructure upgrades, classroom technology life-cycle management, cybersecurity projects, A/V projects, and other applicable educational technology and information technology-related implementations

• Utilize industry-standard project management tools/platforms to manage project workflows, timelines, communication, and reporting

• Partner with IT leadership, school leadership, faculty, and administration staff to identify technology needs and align project outcomes with organizational goals

• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and resource allocation

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external vendors, ensuring clear communication and accountability

• Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates to leadership and key stakeholders

• Ensure compliance with data privacy, security policies, and education technology standards as it relates to project management

• Support IT department operations by helping prioritize requests, troubleshooting project assessment and scope, and ensuring efficient use of applicable resources

Schedule 

• Monday-Friday
• Hybrid (4 Days in Office, 1 Remote)

Benefits

Benefits 

As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families — and our staff — thrive. We offer highly competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth. 

Our exceptional full-time benefits include:  

• Highly competitive base salaries 

• Paid time off  

• Employee referral bonus  

• Career advancement 

• No-cost health insurance 

• Life Insurance 

• Short-and long-term disability 

• Additional voluntary benefits 

• Wellness discounts 

• Commuter benefits 

• Financial wellness perks 

• Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.) 

The salary range for this position is $102,500 to $110,000 per year. To be considered, interested applicants should apply directly through the posting. No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children's Zone and Promise Academy Charter Schools will not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship to ensure work authorization in the United States. Harlem Children’s Zone is an EOE.