Manager, Equity and Inclusion

Active Minds•Washington, DC

1d•$65,000 - $92,000•Remote

About The Position

Active Minds is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Manager of Equity and Inclusion to join its team. Reporting to the VP, Equity & Inclusion, the Manager of Equity and Inclusion is responsible for developing, implementing, managing and assessing equity and inclusion projects and initiatives. The position, which is primarily internally facing, plays a pivotal role in promoting an organizational culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging. The Manager of Equity and Inclusion will serve as the lead in overseeing the growth and support of Employee Network Group programming and engagements. The role involves assessing the effectiveness of equity and inclusion projects and initiatives by analyzing data and reporting on trends. The Manager of Equity and Inclusion will identify consultants, resources and other learning tools and assist the VP, Equity and Inclusion with the facilitation of web-based training to support equity and inclusion Professional Development for employees at all levels. This is an exciting opportunity to drive measurable results in an organization that is actively engaged in becoming more equitable and inclusive in its internal processes and external work.

Requirements

A strong commitment to antiracism, equity/racial equity and inclusion
Experience leading and managing equity and inclusion projects and initiatives
Experience designing and delivering training programs and workshops on diversity and inclusion topics
Knowledge of and experience in diversity, equity and inclusion in practice
Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Knowledge of how to navigate and lead cross cultural and generational conversation about race, identity, culture
Works independently to achieve desired results
Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Human Resources, Public Health, Counseling, Education)
3-5 years of direct experience executing on goals and deliverables for diversity, equity, inclusion projects
Understand of and be able to speak to systemic structures that perpetuate and/or contribute to mental health disparities, particularly for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ youth, young adults and communities
Experience working with youth and young adults (ages 14-25), particularly BIPOC and LGBTQ+
Knowledge of mental health wellness within BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities
Ability to collect and interpret data
Excels in working in Zoom, Google Suites and the ability to quickly utilize other platforms and applications (Ex. Project Management tools)
Possess skills in writing, communication and conflict management and resolution

Responsibilities

Assist the VP, Equity & Inclusion with the development, organization, and facilitation of equity and inclusion focused staff professional development (PD)
Develop professional development learning strategies and progression plans
Identify a strategic approach and lead outreach for external partners, organizations, or consultants to lead full staff, leadership, and department specific PD on equity and inclusion
Develop and maintain a database and calendar of current and upcoming equity and inclusion PD offerings
Keep staff updated on equity and inclusion PD opportunities
Collect, analyze and package data on equity and inclusion focused staff PD (i.e. effectiveness of professional developments; number of PD’s offered, etc.)
Manage, lead and support Employee Network Groups
Develop, organize and facilitate trainings for Employee Network Group Leaders
Collect, analyze and package ENG data
Assist ENG Leads with planning and the execution of the ENG activities
Execute and manage campaigns, projects and initiative that support the organization equity and inclusion strategies
Identify equity and inclusion resources for staff
Lead the organization and project management of Employee Network Groups
Coordinate and lead a strategy for the internal recognition of heritage months and days of observation
Develop a calendar of heritage months and days of observation for internal use
Identify and develop resources in support of heritage months and days of observation recognition
Develop a support structure for staff when identity-based moments occur
Collaborate with the Marketing and Communication department on external recognition of heritage months and days of observation
Serve as point of contact for the Equity and Inclusion department on cross-functional projects, initiatives, or campaigns as assigned by the VP, Equity and Inclusion
Create external communication on equity and inclusion topics for Active Minds’ network of youth and young adults (i.e blogs, articles for newsletters, etc.)
Lead and coordinate additional equity and inclusion projects as assigned by the VP, Equity & Inclusion and takes the initiative to propose new projects to the VP, Equity & Inclusion for consideration
Lead the project management of the collection, analysis, and packaging of equity and inclusion department data and other organizational data through an equity and inclusion lens
Collect and monitor organizational data to determine any additional ENG’s that need to be made available
Collect and monitor ENG data on effectiveness in meeting the Group’s goals and the organization’s diversity, equity and inclusion goals
Develop surveys for and lead focus groups with ENG members
Collect and analyze ENG data in order to evaluate/improve the format of ENG’s
Assist with the collection and analysis of organization diversity, inclusion, and belonging data
Assist with assessing data on progress towards organization equity and inclusion goals
Develop staff surveys and facilitate staff focus groups relation to equity and inclusion data collection
Support the VP, Equity and Inclusion with virtual facilitation of meetings and trainings on Zoom
Drafting and editing of slide decks, handouts, and other materials
Assist with leading staff wide presentations on equity and inclusion department updates
Support with researching equity and inclusion topics
Preparation of various reports and communication