Antiracism, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator (5002)

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine•Springfield, IL

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Vice President of ADEI and Chief Diversity Officer (CDO), the ADEI Coordinator supports antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and strategies, advocates for the value of a diverse and inclusive system office, provides administrative support to the VP of ADEI & CDO, and supports project management for diversity initiatives. The role regularly interacts with senior administrative leaders, faculty, staff, students, and external consultants across the SIU System. The coordinator supports planning, implementation, coordination, and assessment of system-wide ADEI initiatives; assists with Diversity Strategic Plans, leadership development initiatives, audits, and programming; and collects and analyzes data for assessment and reporting. The position also provides executive and administrative support, manages ADEI-related events, coordinates communications and outreach, and assists with related budgets and financial transactions. Specific assignments may vary, and other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
One year (12 months) of education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position; a master’s degree in an area consistent with the duties may substitute for one year of work experience.
Adeptness with social media platforms and website maintenance.
Strong organizational and analytical skills and attention to detail.
Effective oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
Ability to travel and work well in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential issues with tact and discretion.
Initiative, creativity, self-motivation, and the willingness and ability to act independently.
Applicants hired into this Springfield position who reside out of state must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of their start date.
Successful completion of pre-employment background screenings.

Nice To Haves

Project management and/or event planning experience.

Responsibilities

Support the planning, implementation, coordination, and assessment of system-wide ADEI initiatives and strategies.
Assist with implementation and monitoring of Diversity Strategic Plans, leadership development initiatives, ADEI audits, and other system-wide programming.
Collect, organize, and analyze data to support assessment, reporting, and continuous improvement of ADEI initiatives.
Serve as a liaison among the System Office, campuses, and internal and external stakeholders on ADEI-related matters.
Provide administrative support to the Vice President for ADEI & Chief Diversity Officer, including calendar coordination, travel, correspondence, presentations, meeting preparation, and routine communications.
Prepare reports, correspondence, presentations, meeting materials, and minutes for advisory councils, strategic committees, and other ADEI-related meetings.
Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Coordinate planning and execution of ADEI-related meetings, retreats, conferences, symposiums, training sessions, and other events.
Support event logistics, communications, materials, vendor coordination, travel, and on-site execution.
Develop and coordinate communications and marketing materials promoting ADEI programs, initiatives, and accomplishments.
Manage and maintain designated ADEI webpages, social media platforms, and related technology resources.
Promote awareness of the value and importance of an inclusive and diverse SIU System.
Support administration of ADEI-related budgets and financial transactions, including purchasing, vendor contracts, travel documentation, credit card reconciliation, and financial reporting.
Perform other duties as assigned.