PZ CEL, Practitioner Specialis

Company: Harvard University
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: November 19, 2021

Job Description:

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Specialist Harvard Graduate School of Education 54993BR Job Summary The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Specialist will be a thought partner to the director for DEIB to plan and execute on key DEIB priorities. Job-Specific Responsibilities --- Work collaboratively with the Director and other responsible leaders to provide research and recommendations supporting best practices, developing content, curriculum, toolkits, and cases.
--- Plan and create tools, presentations, and other material to support on-going learning and programming.
--- Collaborate with the Associate Dean of Human Resource to plan and deliver DEIB support to HGSE staff.
--- Review and analyze data for trends to inform decision making, including putting information into presentation format highlighting key areas of information.
--- Assist with offering the DEIB lens in department specific meetings and consultations.
--- Facilitate affinity space(s) and conversations about DEIB with faculty and staff, and students as needed.
--- Represent HGSE on internal and Harvard wide committees or workgroups as needed.
--- Manage logistical details of all programming, events, materials, communications, etc.
--- Responsible for DEIB website content and updates.
--- Other duties as needed

Flexible work options available including a combination of remote and on-campus work. Basic Qualifications Previous work experience working specifically on issues of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. A cover letter must be submitted with your resume in order to be considered for this position. Additional Qualifications and Skills Deep knowledge about DEIB topics and identities in order to educate and support the HGSE community; Exceptionally strong communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to cultivate and nurture strong and trusting relationships across a variety of identities; familiarity with reporting tools and the ability to analyze information; previous experience using technology to facilitate and support DEIB initiatives; previous experience facilitating difficult conversations about identity; Additional Information HGSE is a diverse community of learners, teachers, and employees who are passionate about changing the world through education and striving for maximum impact in the field of education.

HGSE Human Resources values diversity in all forms, and believes that each employee brings a set of diverse experiences and identities to the workplace that makes us stronger, encourages innovation, and enhances our collective contributions. We continue to develop and support a workforce that reflects the diversity of those we serve; fosters an environment that allows each individual to belong and to bring their best self to work; and creates the conditions that empower employees to contribute their full potential to advancing the work of the school.
We do this by:

--- Hiring and retaining staff reflecting the diversity of those we serve;
--- Providing employees opportunities to learn, grow, and be challenged;
--- Reviewing and ensuring fairness and equity in HR practices and policies including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and compensation;
--- Developing strong relationships and partnerships internal and external to our community to advance diversity and inclusion;
--- Communicating transparently and respectfully; and
--- Fostering an inclusive, respectful, and professional work environment

We regret that the Harvard Graduate School of Education does not provide Visa sponsorship.


About the Harvard Graduate School of Education

Many choose to work at the Harvard Graduate School of Education because they believe in our mission and are excited by our vision for the future. We have a reputation as a great place to work, for our excellent leadership, and we are a strong community that values diversity. For more information about HGSE, its programs, research, and faculty, please visit:--www.gse.harvard.edu We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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