The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB) Specialist Delivers supports the HR department and senior leaders to develop and implement DEIB initiatives that influence the organization’s strategies, programs, advancement, and retention.
Contents
Role family, salary range & work experience
Key responsibilities
Skills & competencies
Job description template
Detailed responsibilities & tasks
KPIs for this role
Training programs
Role family, salary range & work experience
- HR role family: Solution architect
- Salary range: 99,000 – 189,000
- Work experience: 1– 3 years
Key responsibilities
- Design, implement, and manage short-term and long-term DEIB strategies and programs throughout the employee lifecycle.
- Advise, coach, and guide all levels of leadership to build cultural competence.
- Act as a genuine and trusted DEIB advocate for employees and a change champion for the organization.
- Conduct research and analysis on industry best practices and emerging trends in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and identify opportunities for improvement within the organization.
Skills & competencies
- Culture & Wellbeing
- Customer Understanding
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Risk Mitigation & Ethics
- Sustainability
Job description template: DEIB Specialist
The DEIB Specialist is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of DEIB strategies and initiatives within the organization. This role will work closely with various business units to ensure that the organization’s diversity and inclusion objectives are met.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Chief Diversity Officer to develop, implement, and manage diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and programs that align with the organization’s strategic goals.
- Conduct research and analysis on industry best practices and emerging trends in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and identify opportunities for improvement within the organization.
- Partner with HR and other business units to design, develop, and deliver training programs and workshops on diversity, equity, and inclusion topics.
- Provide guidance and consultation to HR and business leaders on diversity and inclusion matters, including recruitment, retention, promotion, and leadership development.
- Partner with the Communications team to develop and implement internal and external communication strategies that promote diversity and inclusion within the organization.
- Manage and analyze data related to diversity, equity, and inclusion metrics and provide regular reports to senior leadership.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Establish and maintain relationships with external partners, organizations, and vendors to support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- 5+ years of experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion program management, consulting, or related field.
- Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Ability to analyze data and develop meaningful reports to guide decision-making.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience in training and facilitation.
- Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Ability to work effectively both in a team environment and independently.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices.
Detailed responsibilities & tasks
- Collaborate with the Chief Diversity Officer to develop, implement, and manage diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and programs that align with the organization’s strategic goals.
- Conduct research and analysis on industry best practices and emerging trends in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and identify opportunities for improvement within the organization.
- Partner with HR and other business units to design, develop, and deliver training programs and workshops on diversity, equity, and inclusion topics.
- Provide guidance and consultation to HR and business leaders on diversity and inclusion matters, including recruitment, retention, promotion, and leadership development.
- Partner with the Communications team to develop and implement internal and external communication strategies that promote diversity and inclusion within the organization.
- Manage and analyze data related to diversity, equity, and inclusion metrics and provide regular reports to senior leadership.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Establish and maintain relationships with external partners, organizations, and vendors to support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Detailed skills description
- Knowledge and understanding of DEI principles and best practices: In-depth understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and best practices is essential for effective implementation of DEI strategies.
- Communication skills: Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including employees, management, and external partners, and to explain complex DEI concepts clearly and concisely.
- Analytical skills: Ability to analyze data and identify trends related to diversity, equity, and inclusion to measure the effectiveness of DEI initiatives and programs.
- Project management skills: Strong project management capabilities to lead and manage DEI initiatives and projects successfully.
- Collaboration and relationship-building skills: Ability to work closely with other departments and stakeholders to implement DEI strategies.
- Cultural competency: Understanding of cultural differences and ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Problem-solving skills: Ability to identify and solve issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.
- Training and facilitation skills: Capability to design and deliver effective DEI training and facilitate discussions on sensitive DEI topics.
- Flexibility and adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing situations and priorities in DEI work.
- Commitment to DEI: A genuine dedication to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.
KPIs for this role
- Diversity metrics: Developing and implementing diversity metrics to track progress towards diversity and inclusion goals.
- Training and education: Creating and delivering diversity, inclusion, and equity training programs for employees.
- Policy development: Implementing policies and procedures that promote diversity, inclusion, and equity in the workplace.
- Recruitment and retention: Developing strategies to recruit, retain, and promote diverse talent within the organization.
- Employee engagement: Measuring employee engagement and satisfaction with diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- Compliance: Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations related to diversity and inclusion.
- Supplier diversity: Creating supplier diversity programs to increase engagement with diverse suppliers.
- Community outreach: Building relationships with diverse communities and organizations to support DEI initiatives.
Training programs
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Certificate Program
- Organizational Development Certificate Program
- People Analytics Certificate Program
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