Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Specialist

Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Specialist to join our global team.

Team Purpose
To champion diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and wellbeing to create an engaged and thriving workforce, fostering a culture where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered, while aligning with organizational goals and ethical standards. The DEI  team exists to drive initiatives that promote a positive and inclusive work environment, ensuring that all employees have the opportunity to succeed and contribute their best. By prioritizing these values, the team supports overall employee satisfaction, retention, and productivity, making a significant impact on the organization's success.

Role purpose
To embed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into all aspects of Save the Children International, the DEI Specialist will leverage their expertise to create an inclusive workplace culture. This role partners with the DEI and Wellbeing teams and internal stakeholders to inform and shape the DEI agenda globally, ensuring a supportive environment where every team member can bring their true selves to work. The DEI Specialist’s efforts are integral to fostering an inclusive environment  that aligns with our organisation's values, supporting the overall mission to optimise our impact on the communities we serve.
 

Job Title: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Specialist (NEW0000005)

Reports To: Head of DEI

Work Pattern: Hybrid/Remote with flexible working options available 

Contract Length: Permanent

Grade: P3

Location: Any approved Save the Children International office location. For a full list of locations that Save the Children International can hire in, please visit: Hiring Locations

Time Zone (that the role holder must be available to work in): Any

Right to Work: The successful candidate must possess the unrestricted right to work in their current or preferred location for the duration of employment. 

International Travel Requirements: None

Budget Responsibility: None

People Management Responsibility: None

Principle Accountabilities

• Shape the organisation's DEI strategy by working collaboratively with the DEI and  Wellbeing teams and internal stakeholders, ensuring our values are reflected across all initiatives.
• Design and implement training programmes to enhance awareness and understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles, fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity.
• Monitor and analyse diversity metrics and DEI progress, providing regular reports to senior leadership to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with People Leads (HR) to challenge and continuously improve recruitment and people management processes by ensuring fair and unbiased practices, contributing to the organisation's goal of diversifying staff and promoting equal opportunities.
• Advocate for DEI initiatives within the organisation and across the sector, challenging policies and systems that create inequity and championing inclusive practices. 
• Provide expert guidance and support to management and staff on DEI matters, fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect throughout the organisation.
   

Experience and Skills

Essential

1. Experience in developing DEI strategies and implementing DEI initiatives.
2. Proficient in delivering DEI training programmes and facilitating workshops to enhance awareness and understanding of DEI principles .
3. Considerable experience in collecting, monitoring and analysing diversity metrics and interpreting data related to DEI metrics, translating insights into actionable initiatives and providing reports and recommendations to the senior team.
4. Proficient in supporting the recruitment and people management processes to ensure fairness, unbiased practices, and promoting DEI.
5. Considerable experience in providing guidance and support to management and staff on DEI matters.
6. Foundational Experience in advocacy, challenging policies and systems to promote fair opportunities and inclusive practices. 
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
8. Project Management Skills: Proven ability to plan, execute, and manage projects effectively, with attention to detail and outcomes.
9. Training and Facilitation Skills: Proficient in designing and delivering training programmes to diverse audiences, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
10. Demonstrated ability to understand, respect, and work effectively across cultural boundaries and capable of promoting DEI initiatives and leading change within the organisation and the wider sector.      

Desirable

• Experience with disability inclusion in the workplace and in HR settings, including, but not limited to: reasonable adjustments/accommodation policy design and implementation, universal design and accessibility considerations, and designing and implementing interventions to support staff with disabilities in the workplace

Education and Qualifications 

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Working at Save the Children International

Save the Children is the world's leading organisation for children, employing ~25,000 staff. We save children's lives. We fight for their rights. We help them fulfil their potential. Through our work in 116 countries, we put the most deprived and marginalised children first.

We know that great people make a great organisation, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

The work here is challenging but is also immensely rewarding. At Save the Children, you will be in good company, working with talented, like-minded individuals who are determined to ensure that all children survive, learn, and are protected. Your contribution will help ensure children's voices are heard at the highest levels, and that we achieve our global strategy, Ambition for Children 2030, and reach every last child.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Equal Opportunities

DEI is core to our vision, values and global strategy. Save the Children is committed to creating a truly diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation, and one which will support us in our vision to ensure every child attains the right to survival, protection, development, and participation.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, caring or parental responsibilities, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.

Reasonable adjustments will be made should any candidate invited to interview require this.

Our recruitment process:

1. Application review by our recruiting team based on your CV and cover letter
2. Two-stage competency-based interviews with the hiring team
3. Some recruitment may include an additional assessment or case study stage, or a third stage interview
4. If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment, followed by your contract subject to passing background checks

We need to keep children and adults safe so our selection process includes rigorous background checks and reflects our commitment to the protection of children and adults from abuse. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our Code of Conduct and all policies and procedures relating to Anti-harassment, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, and DEI and Equal Opportunities.

Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.