Diversity and Inclusion Specialist

Company: Change Healthcare
Location: Smyrna
Posted on: October 10, 2020

Job Description:

Transforming the future of healthcare isn?t something we take lightly. It takes teams of the best and the brightest, working together to make an impact.

As one of the largest healthcare technology companies in the U.S., we are a catalyst to accelerate the journey toward improved lives and healthier communities. Here at Change Healthcare, we?re using our influence to drive positive changes across the industry, and we want motivated and passionate people like you to help us continue to bring new and innovative ideas to life.

If you?re ready to embrace your passion and do what you love with a company that?s committed to supporting your future, then you belong at Change Healthcare.

Pursue purpose. Champion innovation. Earn trust. Be agile. Include all.

Empower Your Future. Make a Difference. Title: Diversity and Inclusion Specialist

Overview of Position:

The Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Specialist will play an important role in supporting the Change Healthcare Diversity and Inclusion strategy through providing day-to-day project/program management and support for the Talent Management and Diversity and Inclusion team. This role will assist in the design, development and delivery of diversity and inclusion programs and initiatives that increase awareness and understanding of D&I and employee engagement. The Diversity and Inclusion Specialist will manage projects from concept through final implementation. Interfaces with all areas affected by the project and program which may include various departments (e.g. human resources, internal communications, etc.). Provides project related timeline and regular status updates to all stakeholders. Provides program administration activities for D&I programs and facilitates key D&I coursework to all employees and leaders. We would prefer the candidate be based out of the Nashville or Alpharetta office of Change Healthcare, with some possible flexibility around the location.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?

Program Management: Provides support and direct management of the Change Healthcare Business Resource Groups (BRGS). Works cross functionally with Marketing, Internal Communications, Community Giving and other groups to support the BRGs and D&I various initiatives and programs. Helps review and manage budgets for BRGs. Additionally, achieves program objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic Diversity and Inclusion plans. Coordinates implementation, communication and change management plans as necessary. Keep current on BRG and D&I best practices, updates and trends to integrate as appropriate.

Training Facilitation, Diversity and Inclusion coursework: Delivers key coursework to support Diversity and Inclusion programs and initiatives. Introduces participants to content, fosters discussion, and takes steps to ensure learning transfer. Develops Diversity and Inclusion coursework, resources and tools to support learning. Develops metrics to asses the success of training and D&I programs.

Project Management: Manages key projects that support strategic objectives of the Diversity and Inclusion team. Defines deliverables, scope, and success metrics for each project. Establishes project plans including resource requirements, tasks, and assignments. Establishes regular communication and status update intervals for stakeholders. Identify risks and creates mitigation plans. Coordinates implementation, communication, and change management plans as necessary. Conducts after action reviews and recommends improvements. ?

Communication and Marketing: Helps develop communications and marketing material to support and promote BRGs and D&I programming. Assist in the development of content for internal and external D&I sites. Collaborate with Internal Communications and Marketing on company-wide D&I campaigns.

What are the requirements needed for this position?

3+ years of experience managing projects in a corporate environment

3+ years of experience with program management

3+ years of experience delivering training

Bachelor?s degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Effectiveness & Development, Learning & Development, Project Management, or another related field.

What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?

Drives Results

Ensures Accountability

Customer Focus

Courage

Nimble Learning

Advances Innovation

Embraces Differences

Fosters Teamwork

Communicates Effectively

Instills Trust

Interpersonal Savvy

Plans and Aligns

Collaborates

Decision Quality

Positive and proactive attitude

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines while providing quality results

Ability to lead a project team, assign tasks and create team accountability

Ability to clearly articulate problems and resolutions

Proven analytic ability and problem-solving skills

Excellent listening skills

Excellent time management skills

Proficient with MS Office applications

Project Management training or certification

Executive Presence

What are the working conditions and physical requirements of this job?

General office demands

How much should I expect to travel?

Travel: 25%

Employees in roles that require travel will need to be able to qualify for a company credit card or be able to use their own personal credit card for travel expenses and submit for reimbursement.

Join our team today where we are creating a better coordinated, increasingly collaborative, and more efficient healthcare system!

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Change Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information,  national origin, disability, or veteran status. To read more about employment discrimination protections under federal law, read EEO is the Law at https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/eeo-law-poster and the supplemental information at https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf .

If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to applyaccommodations@changehealthcare.com with "Applicant requesting reasonable accommodation" as the subject. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.

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Change Healthcare maintains a drug free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug-testing, where applicable, in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

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