Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Specialist at Save the Children

Role Purpose:

For 100 years we have been fighting for children every single day so that they can make their mark on the world and build a better future. We do whatever it takes to make sure they survive, get protection when they are in danger, and have the chance to learn. With 25,000 dedicated staff across 116 countries, we respond to major emergencies, deliver innovative development programmes, and ensure children's voices are heard through our campaigning to build a better future for and with children.

This role will bring expertise and support to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion into everything we do. With the help of the Global DEI Lead and other internal stakeholders, it will constantly shape and inform our DEI agenda across Save the Children International globally, ultimately making SCI a great place to work for all of our people.

As DEI specialist, you will play a vital role in helping us embed our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Duty of Care policies and ensure we are fostering an environment in all our offices worldwide where all staff are free to be themselves at work.

You will work closely with Global DEI Lead and other key stakeholders to provide technical expertise and inform structural improvements to our people and risk processes to ensure the safety and inclusion of all our staff (including LGBTQI+ staff) in line with our DEI and Duty of Care policies.

This role would be great for someone who brings prior experience in DEI and, looking for their next challenge and opportunity to support one of the largest child rights’ organizations delivering critical work for children.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential

• A proven track record of developing and implementing DEI and safety and security interventions in international organisation, including to support LGBTQI+ staff in the workplace
• In-depth knowledge of DEI and LGBTQI+-inclusive workplace best practices, concepts and interventions
• Significant experience working in and across a variety of global contexts and cultures
• Prior experience designing DEI interventions in a workplace setting including trainings and workshops
• Familiarity with legal matters related to DEI including the Equality Act 2010
• Excellent IT skills, to include Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent interpersonal skills, collaborative style and approach, and ability to work both independently and effectively across cultures, functions and geographically dispersed teams
• Demonstrated ability to manage, influence and collaborate within a complex and political stakeholder network.
• The ability to think strategically, to identify the key DEI implications of the organization’s plans and to proactively create an integrated approach
• Strong influencing skills as well as the ability to operate in a complex, multi-faceted, geographically dispersed organisation
• An understanding of and commitment to the work and international context of Save the Children
• Cultural sensitivity and an ability to adapt communication style to meet the needs of global audiences
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to present complex information into clear messages for a range of audiences
• Experience working in international / global organizations doing DEI-related work
• Commitment to Save the Children values
• Willingness and ability to travel overseas