Diversity and Inclusion Specialist
Deliver training materials and workshops on diversity and inclusion.
Overview
Deliver training materials and workshops on diversity and inclusion.
You have:
- Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in human resource management, psychology, industrial relations, sociology, education or related fields.
- A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in the fields of human resources, diversity, equity and inclusion, education, facilitation or coaching is required.
- Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the consultancy.
- Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage.
Contract
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Result of Service
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Consultant will be responsible for delivering the following: -Training materials, workshops and guidance to staff members on promoting diversity and inclusion. Identifies areas for improvement and includes recommendations for addressing them.
Work Location
New York/Remote
Expected duration
1.09.2026-31.12.2026
Duties and Responsibilities
The United Nations Secretary-General is responsible for the investment of the assets of the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF). The Secretary-General has delegated this responsibility to the Representative of the Secretary-General for the investment of the assets of the UNJSPF (RSG). The RSG heads the Office of Investment Management (OIM), which manages a $100+ billion multi-asset class, global investment portfolio, about 85% of which is actively managed in-house. Asset classes under management comprise global equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, timber, and commodities. OIM’s staff are all based in New York but come from over 30 countries. For more information, please visit https://unjspf.org/. Under the supervision of the OIM Business Support Section Human Resources Officer, the consultant will be responsible for the following duties: • Plan workshop content with the appropriate stakeholders to strengthen UNJSPF's commitment to anti-racism, gender equality, and disability inclusion. • Develop and deliver 5 sessions/workshops and provide follow-up support. • Perform other assignments as required.
Qualifications/special skills
Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in human resource management, psychology, industrial relations, sociology, education or related fields. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A minimum of 10 years of experience in the fields of human resources, diversity, equity and inclusion, education, facilitation or coaching is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the consultancy. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you developed training materials focused on diversity and inclusion. What challenges did you face? | This question assesses your experience and creativity in developing training content. | Share specific examples and detail how you overcame obstacles. |
| Can you provide an example of a successful workshop you facilitated on diversity? What were the outcomes? | The interviewer wants to understand your facilitation skills and effectiveness. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you identify areas for improvement in organizational diversity practices? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you recommend to promote a culture of inclusion in the workplace? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe how you would handle resistance from staff during a diversity workshop. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your experience with cross-cultural communication? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you measure the success of diversity and inclusion initiatives? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you discuss an initiative from the past that led to improved inclusivity in an organization? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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