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Diversity & Inclusion Manager

Guardian Australia

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Guardian News & Media (GNM), publisher of theguardian.com, is a leading global media organisation. We are renowned for our pioneering independent journalism and our award-winning digital products.

At the Guardian, independence matters. It means that we can pursue a story without fear of where it might take us. We can expose corruption or foul play wherever we find it. No shareholders, advertisers or billionaire owners can tell us to censor, edit or drop a story. Our unique ownership structure ensures this. The Scott Trust, set up in 1936, is our sole shareholder, safeguarding our financial and editorial independence, and liberal values, in perpetuity. All profits of the organisation are re-invested in journalism and the constitution of The Scott Trust Limited contains provisions to ensure that no shareholder can benefit financially.

about the role

We are seeking an experienced Diversity & Inclusion Manager to join our Sydney office on a permanent, full-time or part-time basis.

The Diversity & Inclusion Manager will primarily focus on driving and implementing Guardian Australia’s (GA) diversity and inclusion strategy and provide leadership and governance to GA’s diversity and inclusion action plans. They will also support the HR team in the design and delivery of GA learning and development programs, taking ownership of specialist diversity and inclusion training initiatives - and other operational activities, including recruitment.

The Diversity & Inclusion Manager will also act as an ambassador for the Guardian’s diversity and inclusion agenda, collaborate with senior leadership to design and plan department led diversity and inclusion initiatives as well as assist the HR team with broader operational activities, including recruitment and onboarding as required.

about you

The successful candidate will have a minimum 5 years of HR experience, with specialised knowledge in leading or contributing to diversity and inclusion programs, including building and launching initiatives from the ground-up. They will have a proven track record of achieving and implementing diversity and inclusion programs within a professional environment and the ability to consult, influence and drive change. Experience working within, or appreciation of, working within a busy media organisation will be highly regarded.

how to apply

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We believe that our role in the Australian media is to give a voice to the most marginalised people in society and value and respect all differences in all people - including people of colour, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from different social classes and people with disabilities (seen and unseen). We believe that these communities must be centred in the work we do, bringing a new perspective and a diversity of thought. We strongly encourage applications from people with these identities and/or marginalised groups.

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