Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion Manager

Summary

Join Axios, a growth-stage media and technology company, as their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) leader. You will oversee Axios’s DEI efforts, working with leadership and employees to implement and advance programs. Responsibilities include partnering with ERG leadership, conducting the annual DEI survey and report, developing a comprehensive DEI strategy, providing DEI training, and reviewing organizational processes through an equity lens. This role requires at least 5 years of experience in a DEI role, strong communication and data analysis skills, and the ability to navigate ambiguity. Axios offers a competitive salary, robust benefits, and a commitment to a diverse and inclusive work culture.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in a DEI role
• Comfort with navigating ambiguity with autonomy, and taking ownership in determining the next step forward
• Proven experience collaborating and partnering with colleagues at all levels
• Strong empathy and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to the company and facilitating conversations
• Experience with analyzing data sets and preparing key findings
• Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills
• Strong written communication; you will draft frequent company communications in our Smart Brevity format

Responsibilities

• Partner with ERG leadership on budget, programming, policies, and employee engagement
• Manage ERG budgets and track monthly expenses
• Recruit internally for ERG leaders and executive sponsors as needed
• Conduct the annual Diversity & Inclusion survey
• Prepare the data analysis, annual DEI report and Newsletter
• Lead a town hall and/or office hours for employee Q&A on the DEI report
• Conduct an assessment of our current state and create an action plan for our DEI program
• Develop and implement a comprehensive DEI strategy that aligns with Axios’s mission and values
• Serve as an internal partner to leadership teams to identify DEI opportunities within their departments
• Provide training and resources on DEI topics, ensuring employees at all levels are equipped to contribute to an inclusive workplace
• Maintain a calendar of culturally diverse events, holidays, and recognition dates to use as an organizational education tool
• Review organizational processes and policies through an equity lens and work with stakeholders to make updates that eliminate bias and promote equity

Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading a DEI program

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Robust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options on the Blue Cross Blue Shield network
• Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution for the high deductible health plan option
• Dental and vision coverage
• Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
• Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
• One mental health day per quarter
• Annual learning and development stipend
• $100 monthly work-from-home stipend
• Tele-mental health services through Headspace
• OneMedical membership, including tele-health services
• Personal health advocacy resources through HealthAdvocate
• Inclusive fertility, hormonal health and family forming benefits through Carrot Fertility
• Access to the Axios “Family Fund”, which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies
• Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers
• Virtual company-sponsored social events
• A strong and positive work environment
• A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture