Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

About Conduent: Through our dedicated associates, Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of Fortune 100 companies and over 500 governments – creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people who count on them. You have an opportunity to personally thrive, make a difference and be part of a culture where individuality is noticed and valued every day.Job Description:                                          Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Director                                 Are you passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion?                               Are you looking for a role where you can make an impact? About the Role The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Director will drive external engagement and partnerships with public sector clients by drawing upon expertise in crafting and implementing effective DEI best practices for new government market opportunities. They will develop and shape business development priorities, present to key public sector decision-makers on innovations that support equity goals, create a roadmap for government client outreach, produce metrics for success, and partner with internal business partners to support growth objectives. A minority of the Director’s time (approximately 20%) will be dedicated to shaping and helping implement our internal DE&I strategy. Responsibilities Proactively seek new opportunities to elevate Conduent’s DEI value proposition across multiple business lines and jurisdictions Represent Conduent externally with prospective government clients by sharing DEI data/analytics presentations, analysis/insights, and actionable recommendations to move the needle Provide insights, data analysis, and best practices to highlight Conduent’s DEI strengths, develop strong value propositions, and optimize Conduent’s positioning with public sector clients and government officials to create, develop, and drive partnerships Work cross-functionally and establish productive partnerships with key stakeholders across the enterprise (including operations, government affairs/legal, human resources, and communications leaders) to determine priorities/investments and support the same, externally and internally Foster best practice sharing and employee engagement collaboration across the business, DEI committees, and other partners Stay current on DEI and ERG best practices.  Requirements Bachelor’s degree or higher At least 7-10 years of experience in advancing recognized DEI best practices and standards Effective public speaking and presentation skills to a wide variety of audiences and audience sizes, including high-level executives and clients Expertise in advising and leading in large and public sector organizations and/or private sector external affairs Established network and a strong reputation as a subject matter expert and recognized DEI thought leader Ability to successfully build relationships with diverse decision-makers and stakeholders of influence Prioritizes teamwork with other business leads and successfully partners with key stakeholders on strategies and approaches Employs a strategic and innovative approach in solving challenges and identifying opportunities Excellent analytical, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills coupled with a solid work ethic Effective at explaining complex topics in digestible ways for diverse audiences Respects high standards for ethics, accountability, teamwork, humility, and ownership  Flexible Working At Conduent, we want you to be yourself. We recognize that everyone is different and that how people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, you can expect the following working conditions: Remote work: Enjoy the convenience of working from home and maximize your time by unplugging at the end of your workday.Working For YouPerks and rewards designed for you:Health and Welfare Benefits: Our health and welfare benefits can be tailored to fit you and your family's needs and start on the first day of employment.Retirement Savings: We will support you as you save for your future.Employee Discounts: We offer you access to a vast selection of global, national, and local discounts on merchandise, services, travel, and more.Career Growth Opportunities: We help you thrive, so together, we can grow. We provide opportunities to advance your career with a vast portfolio of businesses and a global footprint.Paid Training: Earn while you learn and continue to grow with access to award-winning learning platforms throughout your Conduent career.Paid time off: We provide attractive paid time off packages designed for you to enjoy your life away from work.Great Work Environment: We are proud of our award-winning culture and the recognition we’ve received for our diversity efforts.Join UsAt Conduent, we are one team, one mission. We understand that our success is directly related to the success of our associates. We strive to create a culture where you can: Bring your authentic self to work Grow and thrive, both personally and professionally Make a difference with our clients, in our communities, and with the millions of people we supportWhen you join Conduent, you are engaged in creating the future - both our company’s and your own. With more than 60,000 associates across 24 countries, we will provide you the opportunity to grow with a team of people who will challenge and inspire you to be the best! Pay Transparency Laws in some locations require disclosure of compensation-related information.  For this position, actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. In addition to base pay, this position, based on business need, may be eligible for a bonus or incentive. In addition, Conduent provides a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage, voluntary dental and vision programs, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) or vacation or sick time. The estimated salary range for this role is estimated salary range is $150,000-$200,000.Closing:Conduent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity, gender expression, sex/gender, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, use of a guide dog or service animal, military/veteran status, citizenship status, basis of genetic information, or any other group protected by law. People with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to apply for or compete for employment with Conduent may request such accommodation(s) by clicking on the following link, completing the accommodation request form, and submitting the request by using the "Submit" button at the bottom of the form. For those using Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox please download the form first: click here to access or download the form. You may also click here to access Conduent’s ADAAA Accommodation Policy.At Conduent, we value the health and safety of our associates, their families and our community. Under our current protocols, we do not require vaccination against COVID for most of our US jobs, but may require you to provide your COVID vaccination status, where legally permissible.Job SummaryJob number: 83111Date posted : 2023-06-15Profession: Human ResourcesEmployment type: Full-time regularType: Full-time regular