Diversity and Inclusion Program Manager

WHO WE ARE:

ActBlue builds and maintains a powerful online fundraising platform for Democratic campaigns, progressive organizations, and nonprofits working to create a better future. We put power in the hands of small-dollar donors by making it easier for grassroots supporters to make their voices heard and by helping thousands of groups — from presidential candidates to environmental organizations —  build people-powered movements.

We’re a nonprofit organization, and our team has a big impact on the future of our country. Each and every one of us, from the political activists to the tech innovators to the customer service pros, is fully committed to our mission.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

You’ll join the current Director of Diversity & Inclusion (“D&I”) to support organizational growth and change by implementing successful D&I practices and anti-racist frameworks that shape a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace culture.

As ActBlue works to provide its users with the online tools they need to fight for a better world, the D&I Program Manager will provide internal support to staff by serving as a knowledgeable consultant, thoughtful advisor, implementer, and advocate. The person in this role will  also serve as an institutional resource for improving belonging and ensuring that organization-wide initiatives and projects are infused with a racial equity lens. This role will be critical in implementing existing initiatives and shaping new ones that infuse D&I principles throughout the employee lifecycle and enable a highly engaged, impactful workforce to thrive at ActBlue.

Successful candidates will have at least five years of professional experience, three of them formally or informally operationalizing and scaling employee diversity and inclusion programs and serving as a trusted resource for stakeholders across all levels. Candidates should have a demonstrated passion for D&I and strong knowledge of the latest research and best practices around these issues. Candidates should excel at building relationships and managing people and projects.

You will report to the Director of Diversity & Inclusion and serve as a member of the Back Office (Legal & Operations) team. You’ll collaborate regularly with the People & Culture team and will have the opportunity to work with staff members across all teams and levels of the organization.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Launch & manage ActBlue Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Implement the initial ERG operating model and framework by executing the roll out of ActBlue’s first ERGs and managing their ongoing governance and support structures
Develop, oversee, and support an effective and impactful ERG leadership program for group leaders, facilitators, and participants
D&I Project & Program Management
Partner with various teams and organizations (internal and external) to co-design, build, and manage various D&I programs, driving accountability for them and evaluating their efficacy
Coordinate and promote initiatives across ActBlue to increase staff participation and engagement
Analyze internal D&I data trends to measure progress and program effectiveness, to inform ongoing D&I strategy, and to provide reports to appropriate stakeholders
Promote and moderate rich dialogues with a diverse set of contributors from across the organization by creating and facilitating safe spaces for honest and practical discussions around D&I issues as they emerge
General D&I Consultation
Serve as a trusted D&I advocate and thought partner across various levels as we ensure a D&I lens is applied to organization-wide initiatives
Partner with the People and Culture team to consult on the creation of structures to support consistent D&I learning, including the implementation of a D&I-embedded, comprehensive learning and training strategy that establishes common language and behavioral expectations
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

At least five years of professional experience, with at least three years of informal or formal experience establishing, scaling, and driving accountability for Employee Resource Groups or similar D&I initiatives and serving as a resource on D&I issues within high-growth organizations;
A demonstrated track record of operationalizing best practices around diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging while consulting on those topics with multiple stakeholders at various levels;
Demonstrated expertise in successfully managing people and projects;
Exceptional communication skills and recognition of their importance in building authentic, trusting relationships;
Excitement about our mission of empowering grassroots donors and increasing participation in our democracy and society. We love what we do, and you should too!
You are…

Committed to ActBlue’s mission: You have a demonstrated commitment to Democratic politics and issues.
Focused on Going Beyond Cultural Competence: You’re adept at engaging meaningfully with complex issues like racial equity, inclusion, and belonging, and you tend to bring insights to inspire and engage people in solving complex problems
A self-starter: You pride yourself in your ability to get things done and your preference is to hit the ground running. You don’t need to wait for assistance before jumping in and getting work.
A relationship builder: You have a high EQ and you easily forge meaningful connections with just about anybody. You also know how to strategically influence and nudge people out of their comfort zones.
Confident: You have a high level of comfort working autonomously with limited day-to-day supervision and are an expert at navigating uncertainty or ambiguity and exercising solid independent judgment. You anticipate issues and you’re resourceful and independent as you seek resolutions.
Agile: You operate with a growth mindset, so you’re able to easily respond quickly and positively to shifting demands, opportunities, and ambiguity. You’re comfortable handling multiple, detailed tasks or working under tight deadlines.
A Trusted Advisor: You know how important it is to be visible and available to others, and you’re able to easily build and maintain trust and respect of your colleagues.
A moderator: You know how to facilitate working sessions and encourage honest, productive discussions that result in meaningful reflections and drive personal growth
A resilient conflict manager: You take initiative to address conflict and proactively work through difficult conversations. You’re adaptable and you recover quickly from setbacks.
LOCATION AND COMPENSATION

ActBlue’s headquarters are located in Davis Square in Somerville, MA, just a few blocks from Boston’s MBTA Red Line train. This posting is for a full-time, in office, salaried position based in Somerville, MA.

*In the short term: Due to COVID-19, we have shifted our entire staff to fully remote until at least June 2021. ActBlue is equipped to have you onboard and begin employment remotely from your home office if you are hired for this role. If working out of our ActBlue offices in Somerville long-term will entail relocation for you, we will work with you directly to make sure you’re able to relocate in a reasonable time frame once ActBlue resumes standard in-office work patterns.

We offer a competitive salary and a generous compensation package, which includes commuter benefits or home office stipend; fully paid and trans-inclusive health, dental, and vision insurance; an employer-sponsored 401k contribution plan; a generous professional development stipend; three months paid parental leave for all genders, adoptions included; and a flexible time off policy.

Salary Range:  $85,000 – $105,000 (commensurate with experience)

Women, people of color, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, and members of other minority or marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply. ActBlue is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against candidates on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or veteran status.

ActBlue cannot at this time sponsor work visas.