Project Manager - Sponsorships and Experiential

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More than a traditional project manager, the Project Manager, Sponsorship & Experiential will own the execution of a high-priority initiative while also coordinating a variety of projects across the broader team as it matures into an enterprise-wide Center of Excellence. Work assignments will involve moderately complex to complex issues where the analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. The ideal candidate is a natural orchestrator who loves bringing order to complexity. They can zoom out to understand strategic priorities, then zoom in to manage details that drive execution. They are comfortable leading without formal authority, building alignment across diverse stakeholder groups, and keeping multiple moving pieces on track simultaneously. They thrive at creating clarity, accountability, and momentum that help teams perform at their best.

Job Description:

Humana is a $100+ billion, Fortune 50, healthcare leader dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the people we serve. To help deliver on this mission, we are seeking a highly organized, strategic, and proactive Project Manager to lead the execution of an enterprise-wide priority initiative while serving as the operational hub for a growing Sponsorship & Experiential Center of Excellence (COE). This role acts as both the "quarterback" for key projects and the "air traffic controller" for the broader team, ensuring priorities, resources, timelines, and stakeholder communications remain aligned.

The ideal candidate thrives in complex, cross-functional environments, brings rigor to project planning and governance, and can seamlessly move between strategic planning and day-to-day execution. Success in this role requires exceptional communication skills, the ability to influence without authority, and a talent for bringing structure and clarity to ambiguity.

This role will liaise with internal departments and external partners to ensure full communication and success of project plans; constantly monitor performance of team initiatives to ensure they meet organization objectives; ensure effective administration of projects and proactively identify opportunities for improvement. This role will make decisions on moderately complex to complex issues regarding technical approach for project components, and work is performed without direction. This role will exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments. This is an opportunity to be the originator of a newly developed role, molding and shaping it into its highest potential. Success requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a growth mindset focused on continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project plans, milestones, risks, dependencies, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure objectives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to business goals.
• Facilitate project meetings, decision-making forums, and executive updates.
• Identify and proactively mitigate project risks, issues, and roadblocks.
• Drive accountability across stakeholders and ensure commitments are met.

• Serve as the central coordinator for the COE's initiatives, priorities, and workflow.
• Maintain visibility into all active projects, requests, and resource allocations across the team.
• Manage governance processes, project intake procedures, and prioritization frameworks.
• Monitor team capacity and identify potential conflicts, overlaps, or resource constraints.
• Create and maintain reporting dashboards, status updates, and leadership communications.
• Ensure alignment of workstreams with organizational priorities and strategic objectives.

• Help build the foundational operating model for a best-in-class Center of Excellence.
• Develop standardized tools, templates, project management practices, and ways of working.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Champion project management discipline and foster a culture of accountability and execution excellence.
• Support strategic planning and roadmap development for the COE.

• Build strong partnerships across business functions, leadership teams, and external partners.
• Translate complex information into clear, concise communications tailored to various audiences.
• Escalate key decisions, risks, and dependencies appropriately.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on project execution and operational effectiveness.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (Business, Marketing, Communications, Operations, or related field preferred)
• 5+ years of project, program, or operational management experience.
• Proven track record managing multiple complex, cross-functional projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience developing executive-ready reporting and status communications.
• Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree
• PMP, Agile, Scrum, or similar project management certification.
• Prior health insurance industry experience
• Experience supporting a Center of Excellence, shared services organization, or matrixed team.
• Experience managing complex projects in marketing, brand management or sponsorships.
• Change management experience.

Additional Information

• This position will operate under Eastern Standard (EST) or Central Standard (CST) hours.
• This position may require travel 1-2 times a year.

Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.$94,900 - $130,500 per yearThis job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.Application Deadline: 11-11-2026

About us
 

About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.

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