Diversity & Inclusion Research & Content Manager

An exciting opportunity to work in the Diversity and Inclusion space within the Research Team at Diversity Council Australia.

• Full time or part time (4 days or School Hours).
• Flexible location including full-remote or if you are located in Sydney or Melbourne, it is a hybrid working environment - 1-2 days in the office (successful person requires reliable internet).
• 12-month Parental Leave Contract.

About Diversity Council Australia

Diversity Council Australia (DCA) is an independent, not-for-profit, peak body leading diversity and inclusion (D&I) in the workplace. We provide unique research, inspiring events and programs, curated resources and expert advice across all diversity dimensions to a community of over 1300 member organisations.

• Our belief is that diversity and inclusion is good for people and business.
• Our vision is to create a more diverse and inclusive Australia.
• Our mission is to encourage and enable Australian organisations to create diverse and inclusive workplaces.

Our Team is a diverse and passionate bunch of people. We believe strongly in DCA’s vision and mission. This shared set of values and our continuous learning culture unites us as a team and sets the tone of our working environment.

DCA is a supportive and inclusive employer. We encourage true flexibility and aim to create a work environment where all employees can contribute and are valued. DCA values lived experience and we encourage applications from people with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, who have caring responsibilities, from culturally and racially marginalised groups, people with disability, people who experience ageism, LGBTIQ+ people, and people who experience social exclusion because of their social class.

About the role

As our Diversity & Inclusion Research & Content Manager, you will:

• work with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure the website content is kept up to date and reflects our most recent research and offerings.
• use your and your team members D&I expertise to help support projects and activities in the organisation and advise our members and non-members on the latest DCA research.
• contribute to leading D&I thinking through research projects and through answering DCA questions from members.  

Selection Criteria

You have a passion for, and an expertise in diversity and inclusion. You bring a strong sense of initiative, collaboration, and a continuous learning mindset.

Essential:

• You have deep expertise within at least one area of D&I, ideally based on lived experience and familiarity with evidence-based research.
• You can quickly pick up expertise in other D&I areas if you do not already have it.
• You have excellent written communication skills including being able to write D&I content that is accessible to and engages a business audience.
• You have excellent project management skills and are able to work to short timeframes and across multiple projects.
• You have a growth mindset, are flexible and adaptable to change.

Desirable:

• Qualitative and/or quantitative research skills.
• D&I practitioner experience.

If you don’t tick every box in this ad, please don’t rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity, rather than ticking boxes – so if this role resonates with you, please apply.

How to apply

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages that addresses the selection criteria.

In your application, please let us know if you require any adjustments to the interview process and we will happily make any workplace accommodations to ensure equity for all our applicants.

For any questions, please contact [email protected].

Closing date 27th February 2024