Director, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Clinton Health Access Initiative

Job Description (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) was founded in with a transformational goal: help save the lives of millions of people living with HIV/AIDS in the developing world by dramatically scaling up antiretroviral treatment. When CHAI was founded, many viewed this goal as unreasonable because health systems in poor countries were too weak and prices of relevant drugs and diagnostic tests were too high. CHAI played a leadership role, working alongside governments and other partners, to lower the costs of treatment and help build the in-country systems necessary to provide lifesaving treatment to millions of people. Since then, CHAI has pursued several similarly ambitious goals, from scaling up pediatric AIDS treatment in order to achieve equity with adults in a time frame few thought possible, to rapidly accelerating the rollout of new vaccines.Responsibilities DEI Strategy: In collaboration with CHAI’s Senior Leadership Team and the DEI Committee, establish and ensure a shared understanding of DEI across CHAI.In collaboration with CHAI’s DEI Committee, develop a comprehensive CHAI-wide strategy and three-to-five year strategic DEI plan that outlines specific initiatives and activities, such as organising listening sessions across the organization.Proactively build and maintain strong partnerships across program, country and operations staff, and manage the integration of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the organisation.Create and facilitate forums for constructive dialogue on DEI issues and solutions across the organisationPartner with CHAI leaders, Global Communications, Global and Country HR, and the DEI Committee to drive diversity-related messages throughout CHAI, including internal and external platforms.Lead the creation of diversity-related metrics, reporting, and responses to donors/audit requestsManage the deliverables, timelines, and budgets related to internal DEI initiativesManage the creation and availability of shared DEI resources that are accessible across the organisation.Represent CHAI’s DEI work at CHAI-All meetings, leadership summits, and any external meetings as required.Keep up to date with, and report on, best practices related to DEI, and use these to inform recommendations about strategic priorities and projects to CHAI leadership. Training: Identify DEI training needs across the organization and, in partnership with country, program and HR leaders, design new training initiatives on cultural competency, gender differences, disability, PSEAH, and other topics designed to increase awareness and support of equity and inclusion values, and maintaining compliance with applicable laws.Facilitate virtual and in-person DEI training workshops to CHAI leadership, people managers and staff across the organisation.Consult with country, program and operations teams to determine donor-specific training needs and provide guidance for the curriculum design of DEI-based solutions that align with programmatic and donor objectives.Serve as the main point of contact for DEI training and facilitation with both internal and external stakeholders.Ensure DEI training materials are kept updated and include current best practices and opportunities related to Diversity, Equity and InclusionServe as an advisor to country and program teams seeking to pursue tailored DEI training. Safeguarding: Serve as a key collaborator and advisor to CHAI’s Safeguarding Committee and Director of SafeguardingServe as the DEI Focal Point, and intake any complaints related to DEI matters, as well as partner with safeguarding staff to investigate matters in which DEI concerns may be a factor Committee Work: Serve as a member of the DEI Committee and provide strategic support to advance key prioritiesProactively build and maintain strong relationships with members of the committee and serve as a thought partner to individuals’ mandates.Serve as a resource to CHAI’s existing DEI Sub Committees (Gender Equity Network, LGBTQ+ committee, Parent Network, Recruitment, etc) Policies, Process, and Procedures Collaborate with HR colleagues to assess potential barriers and develop strategies focused on recruiting and retaining a diverse workforcePartner with country and global HR colleagues to compile key DEI metrics and establish a strategy for quantitative and qualitative data reporting to inform progress and leadership decision-makingConduct annual audits, and report on the application of progress of existing policies, processes, and practices intended to enhance/maintain diversity, equity and inclusion RequirementsQualifications Experience: Bachelor’s Degree plus 10 years work experience; or Advanced Degree plus 8 years work experience in human resources, social sciences, business or a related discipline, with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusionDeep knowledge of DEI principles, philosophies, practices, and methodologies, and demonstrable ability to use these to inform policy and facilitate trainings across a diverse global audienceA fundamental understanding of current DEI issues and challenges faced by organisations in the not-for-profit sector, with particular focus on organisations with operations in sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia Pacific, and Latin America and the CaribbeanKnowledge and experience in cultural competency skills development and implementing equity, diversity and inclusion programs, trainings and educational toolsExperience advancing an organizational culture into one of inclusivity, equity, and diversity in a global environmentAn understanding of the cultural, and historical contexts in one or more of the regions in which CHAI’s programs operateSelf-motivated and capable of working independently as well as with a team of collaboratorsAbility to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, limited structured environmentExcellent interpersonal skills; strength in developing and maintaining relationships at multiple levelsExperience working in a multinational, multilingual, and multi cultural work environment with virtual teamsRespect for, knowledge of, and skills to engage with people from different cultures and backgroundsStrong written and oral communication skillsKnowledge of international and local labor laws and as it relates to DEIFluency in written and oral English Preferred: Fluency in an additional language used in our regions of operationPrior experience living and working in a country in sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia Pacific and Latin America and the CaribbeanFamiliar with the public health landscape and the narratives on power dynamics in the development spaceExperience working in a global and/or decentralised environment