United Way of Greater Charlotte is committed to having a workforce that reflects our entire community. United Way opposes racism and oppression in all its forms and believes the nonprofit work environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with ideas come together to achieve common goals. United Way understands that diverse representation and perspectives are vital to our success.
The Director of Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging will lead the organization's efforts to foster a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This individual will develop and implement strategic human resource initiatives aimed at talent retention, staff development, and organizational culture enhancement. Additionally, the Director will act as a trusted resource to external partners, offering guidance and strategies to support their equity and belonging goals.
This position reports to Executive Leadership
Accountability and Responsibilities
Organizational Leadership
- Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of equity, inclusion, and belonging (EIB) strategies that align with the organization's mission and values
- Partner with executive leadership to embed EIB principles into all organizational policies and practices
- Act as an advisor to leadership on emerging trends and best practices in equity and inclusion
Human Resources and Talent Development
Develop and oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies that prioritize diversity and equityCreate professional development initiatives focused on inclusive leadership and cultural competency for all staffFoster a workplace culture where every individual feels valued, respected, and supportedDesign and implement strategies to support a multi-generational workforce, ensuring that policies and practices address the diverse needs and strengths of employees at all career stagesCollaborate with HR to design equitable performance management systems and succession planning processesManage a staff committee dedicated to supporting the development and implementation of strategies that promote organizational health and talent retentionFacilitate committee meetings, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals and fostering collaboration among membersExternal Partnerships and Resource Development
Serve as a consultant and partner to external organizations seeking to advance their equity, inclusion, and belonging initiativesProvide training, workshops, and resource recommendations tailored to partner needsBuild and maintain strategic relationships with community leaders, organizations, and networksMonitoring and Evaluation
Develop metrics and tools to measure the effectiveness of EIB initiatives within the organization and with external partnersRegularly report progress, challenges, and successes to executive leadership and stakeholdersCommunication and Advocacy
Act as a spokesperson for the organization's EIB efforts, presenting at conferences and events as neededDevelop communication strategies that highlight the organization's commitment to equity and inclusionEquity & Inclusion
Appreciation of and willingness to work with and advocate for people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgroundsConsistently seeks to learn and understand the specific experiences of historically marginalized racial groups in the U.S., particularly Black, Indigenous, and Latinx groupsEducation / Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational development, social work, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)Minimum of 5 years of experience in equity and inclusion, human resources, or a related roleProven track record of implementing successful EIB initiatives in a nonprofit or similar settingExperience designing and supporting initiatives that promote engagement and collaboration across a multi-generational workforceDemonstrated success in leading or managing committees or collaborative teamsStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiencesExpertise in facilitating training, workshops, and discussions on equity and belongingAnalytical mindset with experience in using data to inform strategies and decision-makingWorkplace values
Take action and go! Be bold and not afraid of a little competition or thinking outside the box even when opportunities seem unimaginable. Create a new path one-step at a time, you got this!A catalyst is a substance that ignites change in its environment. We strive to work within various ecosystems - corporate, nonprofit, philanthropic, government, etc. - to make the connections and spark the actions that will positively impact the lives of underserved members of our community today and for generations to comeSometimes things just need a shake-up. Whether internally or out in the community, we aren't afraid to be disruptive . Understanding that we may leave a few feathers ruffled along the way, if it is the right thing to do and benefits our community, we will take the chance!Inaction is the enemy of innovation . We are a perpetual work in progress, striving to be better, constantly learning and taking risks to be the best we can be. Learning from our mistakes and paving the way for continual bettermentTeamwork makes the dream work. Bottom line, we need each other. Working together makes us all better individually and makes us awesome as a group. Welcome tough conversations, don't make assumptions, and rely on others. Together we are stronger! Understanding what others' strengths and weaknesses may be and using that knowledge to guide, support, and model our work makes for a successful and high performing teamRecognizing and appreciating our differences only makes us better . We all share in the responsibility to create a positive culture and to safeguard equity, inclusion, dignity, and respect for all. Each member of our team will be a role model for others.No calls, emails, or visits please . For immediate consideration, please formally apply online and provide a resume and cover letter.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job classification. They are not to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities of people so assigned.
The Agency's policy is to provide equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status.
