Director, Dei Disney Entertainment

The DEI organization is focused on creating, leading, and supporting our people and culture inclusion strategies. In collaboration with Segment & Enterprise DEI as well as HR, this organization will provide subject matter expertise on relevant inclusion practices to business leaders and employees to develop and nurture an inclusive workplace where all employees can be themselves and see themselves .

Reporting to the VP of DEI, and supporting several Southern California based businesses including businesses within Disney Entertainment, Studio as well as Streaming, this role will be part of the broader HR organization with the following key responsibilities:

• Oversee and support our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs/SRGs) by providing coordinated tools, resources, guidance and thought leadership to meet D&I goals and align to Company strategy.
• Serve as a key strategic partner, cultural resource and thought leader to employees and coach/educate both employees and leaders on relevant DEI topics and initiatives.
• Lead and partner with Sr. Managers and Specialist on the team, to ensure overall strategy is localized, relevant and meaningful to the business
• Partner with business leaders, HR and DEI team to develop and implement tightly integrated solutions that drive inclusive behaviors and business practices that align with company D&I objectives.
• Consult with Talent Acquisition to diversify talent pipelines and external / industry partners to source high caliber talent that reflects our audiences.
• Moves thoughtfully and quickly, with regular communication and collaboration with partners and drives visible progress against objectives
• Continuously enhance D&I practices through providing insights that increase awareness of market/industry trends and sharing best practices to support an inclusive environment across the Company
• Develop and implement an insights driven strategic plan for diversity and inclusion (people and culture) across associated client groups while working closely with the businesses, HR partners and the VP DEI to create a cohesive strategy across Disney Entertainment, Studio and Streaming businesses.
• Provide coaching, education and consultation to HR and business leaders to develop goals and practices that positively impact diversity and inclusion outcomes.
• Localized Crisis/Incident Management - Partner with VP, DEI, HR and Leadership along with Enterprise to timely and effectively manage crisis/communications locally. Ensure approach balances needs of lines of business and broader company.
• Partner with Workforce Insights and VP DEI to develop and deliver consistent metrics and reporting to enable leaders to assess outcomes, understand trends and inform decisions on how to achieve goals.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Effectively builds partnerships and influences stakeholders and decision-making at all levels of a complex, global organization
• Has a compelling track record of working collaboratively with the business, HR and DEI to drive outcomes and change.
• Proven ability to build relationships and drive change in creative and production environments.
• Experienced in leading the integration of multiple data sources (including primary and secondary research, internal sentiment, social media) into clear, actionable insights and compelling storytelling
• Cultivates their own curiosity AND focuses on impact
• Leads with the business in mind; thinks and acts strategically
• Master’s Degree or equivalent work experience in the areas of DEI, or HR
• Has proven success working in a highly matrixed and global business environment.
• 10+ years of diversity, equity and inclusion and/or HR experience, ideally with a global company or production studio
• Knowledge of best practices and innovative talent trends with a focus on creative and production talent.
• Has built and motivated high-performing, cross functional and collaborative teams

The hiring range for this position in California is $197,640.00 to $241,560.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.