Associate Director- Global Inclusion And Belonging

Associate Director, Global Inclusion and Belonging

Location: Gaithersburg

We believe that uniqueness is powerful. Our dedication to Inclusion and Diversity drives us forward every day. We are forever pushing the boundaries as we feel comfortable spotting opportunities, making quick decisions and taking thoughtful risks. If you share similar values for diversity and inclusion, then join us and have an impact at a company that cares.

The Opportunity:

The Associate Director, Global Inclusion and Belonging will contribute to our I&D strategy that is aligned to AstraZeneca’s values, addresses business/employee needs and strengthens our human-centric and inclusive culture. As part of the Global I&D team, you will thrive in a fast-paced, creative, and purposeful environment where bold, innovative thinking builds our platform for success.

Reporting to the Global Head of Inclusion and Diversity, you will contribute to building a culture of inclusion and driving belonging through our employee communities. You will also own the engagement strategy with key external partners to further internal and external I&D efforts. You will play a pivotal role in channeling our I&D strategy, sharing insights, driving positive outcomes, and seeking out new opportunities that align to our I&D strategy. You will be guided by the data, and metrics to measure outcomes and successes.

Key accountabilities:

• Develop I&D champions networks across the organization to ensure consistent and impactful approach to motivating change, challenging bias, and sustaining an accepting an inclusive environment.
• Build and moderate safe spaces for honest and practical dialogue around I&D.
• Partner with our employee resource groups (ERGs) to ensure their voices are amplified and enable them to be strategic partners to the business.
• Advise ERG Leaders and Executive Sponsors in the development of annual strategies, tracking and monitoring of KPIs and budget planning.
• Identify, evaluate, build, and sustain I&D partnerships that support our I&D aspirations and business strategies.
• Act as a genuine and trusted I&D advocate for employees and a change champion for the organization.

Key Requirements:

• Understanding of the multiple dimensions of diversity through your own background or experience or thoughts
• Experience working with Employee Resource Groups in a global environment.
• Experience driving cultural changes and solutions in a sophisticated, cross-functional organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, with five minimum years of proven expertise.
• Experience building and leading measurable and scalable I&D-focused programs and initiatives.
• Ability to traverse the tactical, operational, and strategic needs of a growing organization, and proven success in an environment of ambiguity and change.

• Ability to earn trust, collaborate, and maintain positive and professional relationships, with various customers internally and externally.
• A deep sense of empathy and can connect well with employees of all levels.
• Project management skills including the ability to develop and implement plans and timelines.
• Ability to build positive relationships across different personality types, corporate ethos, hierarchical levels, and/or functional backgrounds and influence behavior change at all levels of an organization.
• Analytical skills, including experience in analyzing and interpreting data, and translating analyses into meaningful recommendations and next steps.