Job Description:
Position Summary:
The Senior Director of EDIB Strategic Initiatives at the National Audubon Society is a key leader within the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) Office. Reporting directly to the VP, EDIB, this strategic role is dedicated to advancing the office’s objectives while fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment throughout the organization.
The Senior Director will be responsible for managing the core functions of EDIB, developing and implementing a comprehensive support model that aligns with the organization’s overarching vision. They will oversee key management issues and strategically significant programs.
In addition to these responsibilities, the Senior Director will lead the formulation of the strategic direction for the EDIB Team, driving initiatives that promote an integrated approach to equity and inclusion. With a focus on diplomacy and collaboration, the Senior Director will provide technical leadership and support to enhance organizational practices, ensuring that diverse voices are valued and heard.
Compensation:
Salary range based on geo-differentials:
$157,428.80 - $167,268.10 / year = D.C.
$174,920.80 - $185,853.35 / year = NYC (not Oyster Bay)
Additional Job Description
Essential Functions
Provide vision, leadership, management, assessment, and strategic planning for the design and implementation of an organization wide framework efforts that ensure EDIB and respect for all staff.
Will be Point of Contact for all business unit EDIB and initiatives; provide direction, guidance and support.
Facilitate and share best practices for enhancing inclusivity, engagement and cultural proficiency at the National Audubon Society.
May present and/or participate in meetings, as needed, in partnership with, or instead of, the VP, EDIB with staff and trustees on EDIB.
Prepare analysis of data and other evidence related to the progress of the organization in equity, diversity and inclusion.
Ensure the most effective operations of the EDIB Office through program development, process improvement and coordination/integration of processes.
Participate in and/or lead listening and information sessions with all levels of staff.
Assist the VP, EDIB in creating an organizational culture that provides a safe, enriching and inclusive environment for the entire organization.
Support VP, EDIB with high level donors including working with the Development Department on strategy, proposal development, and participating in meetings as needed.
Partner with Audubon staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of our work.
Other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of 10+ years relevant experience in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, including working as a Senior level manager.
3 years leadership experience required.
Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to and experience in advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, privacy and exercise discretion when working with sensitive, controlled or classified data and with personal information.
Experience negotiating complex, high profile or sensitive agreements.
Experience working with diverse groups of staff and partners.
Superb presentation, collaboration and networking skills.
Experience developing program-wide and global strategies and policies and managing a multi-disciplinary team, including ability to motivate, lead, set objectives and manage performance.
Global level and multicultural experience.
Demonstrated success at infusing EDIB best practices within a professional setting.
Experience presenting to diverse internal and external groups such as donors, partners, and internal audiences from different functions.
Strong organizational and project management skills and experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate in a diverse environment.
Ability to manage conflict and build consensus as well as proven ability to lead through influence and dignity.
EEO Statement
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
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