Reporting directly to the Director, Inclusion, Diversity & Equity, the Program Manager Inclusion, Diversity & Equity advises leaders to embed inclusion, diversity, and equity into operations of DFCI.  Drives culturally competent care and engages the workforce in the development and execution of initiatives.

This is a partial remote position meaning the selected candidate must be able to work 2 - 3 days per week onsite in Boston, MA. Remote work may only be performed from New England States (ME, NH, VT, MA, RI, CT). 

• Build trusting relationships with Business Leaders, HR colleagues and employees to develop a deep understanding of the organization’s workforce, culture, diversity, inclusion and retention opportunities.
• Design dashboard and report on milestone progress towards strategic priorities and initiatives.
• Collaborate with Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs) to develop and retain talented members of underrepresented employee groups as defined by the EEOC.
• Collaborate with Learning and Organization Development and HRBPs to develop and implement change management and inclusion training to close skill/process/behavioral gaps.
• Partner with Office of Faculty Development to develop and implement relevant ID&E initiatives identified by in the Faculty ID&E plan. Including but not limited to mentoring, sponsorships, and partnerships amongst others.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to achieve diversity goals in recruitment.
• Develop and Facilitate trainings, dialogues and focus groups, where necessary to support inclusion, diversity and equity initiatives.
• Ensure D&I practices and messages are embedded in overall People and Culture strategies including manager education, benefits, HRIS, talent planning, and compensation
• Provide counsel and research to organizational leaders on the development/review of policies/practices to ensure inclusion, diversity and equity for employees, patients, and their families.
• Advise Employee Resource Groups and their Executive Sponsors, to align their work with organizational priorities.
• Provide coaching and guidance on issues related to inclusion, diversity and equity
• In partnership with Communications and other internal stakeholders, develop an internal and external communications approach: 

• Develop content, messaging and dissemination strategies
• Position DFCI as a provider of choice, an employer of choice and a leader in improving equity, diversity and inclusion in the broader community both locally and nationally.

• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and/or related certifications.
• 5+ years of professional work experience that includes talent management, diversity, Human Resources, or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders
• The ability to develop engaging presentations and strategies through the use of data and visuals.
  
• Project management and experience working in a complex environment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Very strong administration, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated skill in responding with timeliness and accuracy in complex and fast-paced environments and a commitment to high quality program delivery.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to deliver program curriculum/objectives in classroom/simulated workplace environment
• Ability to plan, organize, and arrange award ceremonies,
• Well developed presentation and facilitation skills
• Experience working with diverse communities and persons of varying educational levels and experience.
• Understanding of the expectations within a hospital setting and comfort in bridging both hospital and community settings.
• Computer skills, including a strong facility with Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of healthcare and research fields helpful
• Flexibility in scheduling needed: some weekend and evening meeting and events are required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong.  As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.  Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply. 

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.