Senior Program Officer - DEI Special Initiatives - Limited Term Engagement

The Foundation We are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simple premise: people everywhere, regardless of identity or circumstances, should have the chance to live healthy, productive lives. We believe our employees should reflect the rich diversity of the global populations we aim to serve. We provide an exceptional benefits package to employees and their families which include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums, generous paid time off, paid family leave, foundation-paid retirement contribution, regional holidays, and opportunities to engage in several employee communities. As a workplace, we’re committed to creating an environment for you to thrive both personally and professionally. The Team The Global Development Division includes a diverse range of program areas sought at finding creative ways to ensure solutions, services and products reach people and communities in low-income countries -- and ensure they have the agency to demonstrate them. We focus on areas with the potential for high-impact, balanced solutions that can reach millions of people. The GD Office of the President provides support to the President of GD and the full GD Division through leading key internal and external processes and cross-cutting priority initiatives. This team supports all engagement on behalf of the GD President, as well as cross-cutting support functions such as strategy development, managing division-wide employee experience, and annual planning and strategy review preparation. Special priority initiatives include DEI and Gender Integration efforts, onboarding, regional office strengthening etc. This team is also responsible for effectively representing all GD strategies in foundation-wide engagements and externally in service of achieving foundation goals; particularly those that cut across teams and functions. Your Role The SPO, Special Initiative for Gender, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (GEDI) will be responsible for contributing to the delivery of the new GEDI OoP initiative strategy over the LTE 18-month period. This will include support to the GEDI functional lead , GD leadership team, and GEDI Working Group! What You’ll Do Lead implementation of 2 GEDI pillar strategies (GEDI pillars include Culture, Talent, Leadership Accountability, Gender Integration and Partnerships/Voice) and make progress against GD GEDI goals and results. Own the development and implementation of at least 2 cross-cutting projects (i.e. DEI learning and development; GEDI listening approach; GEDI onboarding effort). Prioritize GEDI Working Group meetings and project meetings including preparing agendas, updates, and content. Responsible for delivering on project outcomes, soliciting feedback, engaging with GEDI partner groups and GD OoP Director. Partner deeply with India Country Office and Africa Team colleagues, Foundation’s DEI Center of Excellence, and GD Division DEI, GI leads and GEDI Pillar lead Support the budget, strategy and implementation of BMGF’s health and development outcomes through support on gender, equity, diversity and inclusion (GEDI) issues in partnership with program strategy team and regional office colleagues. Develop, manage, resource, and implement GEDI program initiatives that align with foundation strategy and is operationally coordinated with other foundation programs. Preferred ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally, but not required. Your Experience Minimum 8-10 years of solid experience in global health or development, private sector, government, philanthropy and/or non-profits. Preferred previous experience with DEI and Gender Integration strategies, approaches, and organizational change processes at the team or Division level for an organization funding or providing services in multiple geographies. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the solid track record to lead and influence others in an inclusive and constructive manner and to build and sustain collaborative relationships. Proven success working with, and as a part of, cross-cultural teams, demonstrating culturally sensitive behavior with a diverse range of people. Optimally communicate and synthesize information to reach diverse audiences and build consensus. Preferred significant experience in grant making and management. Preferred experience in low- or middle-income countries. *The duration of this LTE role is up to 18 months, with the exact start and end dates to be agreed upon. *Application deadline: April, 10 2023 at 5pm PT *Must be able to legally work in the country where this position is located without visa sponsorship. #LI-KP1 Hiring Requirements As part of our standard hiring process for new employees, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Depending upon your work location, we may require proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 and any recommended booster doses. All employees based in the United States are to provide proof of full vaccination upon hire and any recommended boosters, subject to applicable laws. Candidate Accommodations If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request here. Inclusion Statement We are dedicated to the belief that all lives have equal value. We strive for a global and cultural workplace that supports ever greater diversity, equity, and inclusion — of voices, ideas, and approaches — and we support this diversity through all our employment practices. All applicants and employees who are drawn to serve our mission will enjoy equality of opportunity and fair treatment without regard to race, color, age, religion, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and prior protected activity. Guided by the belief that every life has equal value, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation works to help all people lead healthy, productive lives. In developing countries, it focuses on improving people’s health and giving them the chance to lift themselves out of hunger and extreme poverty. In the United States, it seeks to ensure that all people—especially those with the fewest resources—have access to the opportunities they need to succeed in school and life. Based in Seattle, Washington, the foundation is led by CEO Mark Suzman, under the direction of co-chairs Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates and the board of trustees.