Interim U.S. Manager, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

5-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

The American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) is a Quaker organization that promotes lasting peace with justice, as a practical expression of faith in action. Drawing on continuing spiritual insights and working with people of many backgrounds, we nurture the seeds of change and respect for human life that transform social relations and systems. As part of the Quaker faith, AFSC is committed to the principles of non-discrimination and inclusion, and strives to create an inclusive and equitable workplace for all employees. AFSC values and relies on the diversity of its staff to carry out its mission and to represent the communities we serve. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including people of color, women, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans.


Interim . Manager, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
- Salary: $80,000-$100,000
- Job Category: Executive Leadership
- Experience: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience

Summary:
- Interim position with a 1-year term, potential for a 2nd year
- Location: Philadelphia, PA, with consideration for other AFSC locations
- Application Deadline: Open until filled

Responsibilities:
- Work closely with the International Interim DEI Manager to implement DEI strategies
- Partner with the Leadership Team and collaborate across the organization
- Ensure implementation of short-term recommendations from revised DEI Audit
- Develop and implement strategies for a more inclusive and equitable work culture
- Serve as a resource in areas of diversity, structural racism, gender equality, etc.
- Use Quaker process to facilitate growth and change within the organization

Requirements:
- Proven experience in diversity and inclusion training and coaching
- Experience with institutional and structural racism/oppression in the .
- Project management skills
- Collaboration and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to affirmative action and Quaker values

Responsibilities:
- Develop and support DEI strategies
- Provide learning and capacity building training for staff and volunteers
- Maintain active and current content in Diversity and Equity resource center
- Coordinate and facilitate diversity and equity orientation for staff and volunteers
- Develop guidelines and support process for new staff affinity groups
- Monitor and report on progress towards diversity goals

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Experience with diversity and inclusion, institutional and structural racism/oppression
- Direct experience with EEO and/or affirmative action issues
- Project management skills
- Experience in DEI strategic planning and training

Competencies:
- Global approach to equity and inclusion
- Understanding of organizational power dynamics
- Ability to identify achievable action steps
- Bilingual in one of AFSC's work languages preferred

Compensation:
- Salary: $80,000-$100,000
- Exempt position
- Comprehensive benefits package

AFSC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its staff. We encourage qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

One Year Interim DEI Priorities:
- Implementation of short-term recommendations from revised DEI Audit
- Building staff confidence and morale regarding DEI processes
- Focused DEI training for staff and leadership
- Organizational dialogues to strengthen relationships and build trust
- Development of Affinity Groups
- Continued focus on Language Justice and Gender Justice resources
- Improved scheduling of international meetings to consider time zones and cultural differences

About AFSC:
- Quaker organization promoting lasting peace with justice
- Committed to non-discrimination and inclusion
- Values diversity among its staff
- Interested in applications from a broad spectrum of people

Not applicable

Comprehensive medical and hospitalization plan, term life, accident, and salary continuation insurances, defined benefit pension plan, fringe benefits, participation in unemployment and worker's compensation and social security

Preferably bilingual in one of AFSC's work languages (Spanish, Arabic, French, Bahasa Indonesia, Khmer, Burmese, etc.)

Leadership, Strategy Development, Training and Facilitation, Project Management, Coaching, Affirmative Action Compliance, Cultural Competence, Gender Justice, Language Justice, Team Building, Communication, Problem-Solving, Decision-Making, Organizational Development, Collaboration, Interpersonal Skills, Time Management, Multicultural Awareness, Conflict Resolution, Change Management

Baccalaureate degree in a related field or equivalent combination of formal education and experience

Attach cover letter and resume to online application, answer application questions

Qualification and Experience Baccalaureate degree in a related field or equivalent combination of formal education and experience

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