Director

• Assess current state and develop and advance an informed diversity, inclusion, and equity strategy for the business, building a framework that aligns with our business goals. Work closely with key stakeholders throughout the organization to support the application of a DEI lens to every aspect of the employee and client experience.

• Develop a series of benchmarks or key performance indicators (KPIs) for WEAVE’s DEIB efforts so we can measure the impact of diversity and inclusion on our Strategic Objectives. 
• Ensure our performance management and progression routes are inclusive and accessible to all. 
• Engage employees and listen to their suggestions about how to make our culture more inclusive, ensuring that all employees have a voice.
• Become the key subject matter expert in equity and inclusion issues, supporting the company internally and representing it externally as a thought leader.

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, human resource management, organizational development or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Demonstrated understanding of how different and/or intersecting identities, structural barriers and current affairs impact DEIB issues in the workplace, and/or subject matter expertise such as employment law. 
• Knowledge of and experience using evidence-based approaches or tools to support DEIB efforts.
• Adept at interpreting diversity-related data and legislation, and able to show how D&I function contributes to achieving benchmarks or targets. 
• Knowledge of organizational psychology, plus an understanding of what might push this behavioral and culture change beyond processes. 
• Prior experience in successful project management, particularly long-term projects with multiple goals.

• Satisfactory results from DOJ background check.

• Data analysis skills and evidence-based approach Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills 
• Communication and storytelling skills, ideally adept at public speaking and presentation 
• Stakeholder management 
• Growth mindset 
• Active listening skills and ability to understand other perspectives 
• Resilience and pragmatism 
• Project management 
• Change leadership

WEAVE is committed to providing inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplaces for all staff, including those with disabilities such as being in a wheelchair, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, blind or low vision or other access or functional needs. 

In partnership with Society for the Blind, WEAVE works to equip staff of all abilities with reasonable accommodations to perform their job functions. These can include the provision of adaptive equipment, materials in alternate formats, and flexible work schedules.  Our priority is to provide ongoing, individualized accommodations to give all staff access to resources best suited to their needs.  If you require an accommodation to access this job application, please send a request to hr@weaveinc.org

The work environment is primarily a busy office setting in a two-story building with stairs and an elevator. Local travel (driving) will be required to conduct meetings and other activities at various area locations. Employees may need to move around and between floors, occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 25 lbs., or reach items above their head, below their waist, or stored in/on drawers and shelves.  Employees may also need to remain in one position (i.e. sitting or standing) for an extended period while completing work tasks. Must be able to efficiently operate a keyboard and mouse or adaptive equivalent, write reports, take notes; utilize desk tools such as phones or calculators, and utilize larger office equipment such as printers and copy machines.  Communicate clearly and concisely to others.  Apply above average reasoning and attention to detail as required in the accomplishment of job duties.