Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (Dei) Associate

Job Type

• Provides key organizational and managerial support in aligning the Committee’s strategic goals with stated DEI commitments
• Manages the department and Chief Diversity Officer schedule, logistics and drafts memos/presentations for events, meetings, and trainings
• Monitors and updates diversity celebration calendar, including (but not limited to) developing and maintaining programming such as organizing guest speakers for a “Listen and Learn” series and handling logistics for diversity event celebrations
• Coordinates with other departments to develop and maintain projects and programs to center DEI development in each department
• Manages the DCCC’s Employee Resource Group program, including acting as liaison to and developing strong relationships with ERGs and respond to diversity- and equity-related issues as they arise
• Collaborates with DCCC’s Intern Program Coordinator on intern recruitment and hiring, to ensure that incoming intern classes are diverse and inclusive
• Creates and publishes DCCC’s Monthly DEI Newsletter
• Coordinate in developing and maintaining programming including various diversity celebrations dedicated to increasing the workforce cultural competency
• Alongside the Chief Diversity Officer and Diversity Director, manages various day-to-day operations such as department tracking, assisting in the management of expenses, handling correspondence, external and interdepartmental scheduling, and responding independently when possible
• Implements, monitors progress, and recommends adjustments in connection with the Strategic Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as developed by the DEI extended team
• Assists Diversity Director in screening and reviewing incoming resumes for the entire committee
• Other duties as assigned

• Experience at a congressional office, campaign, advocacy organization, association or foundation is a plus.
• Knowledge and understanding of the issues like access, equity, diversity, inclusion, implicit bias and institutional racism.
• Strong knowledge of the Washington, DC legislative, public policy and political environment is helpful. Demonstrated interest in the DCCC’s mission, goals and key internal and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills. Experience in working effectively and influencing decision makers with a variety of personalities in a fast-paced, progressive environment.
• Proactively fosters an inclusive atmosphere and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Adept at Excel and experienced in translating data into meaningful charts and dashboards.
• Commitment to the election of Democrats to the U.S. House of Representatives.
• Personal and professional commitment to promoting and investing in cross-cultural skills and awareness related to individuals from broad backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and disability;
• Sound decision-making ability using judgment and ingenuity while keeping brand protection at forefront.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a timely manner. Careful attention to detail, accuracy in performing job duties and acts with a sense of urgency.
• Polished, professional, and effective presentation skills for all audiences and levels within and outside the organization.
• Ability to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant and productive ways;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times.
• Proficiency in G-Suite preferred
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to maintain professionalism and a positive outlook.
• Broad understanding of the diverse House Democratic Caucus, including all its supporting caucuses (CBC, CHC, CPC, CAPAC, New Dem, Blue Dog, etc.)

• Monthly use-it-or-lose-it transit benefits for employees located in the DC region
• Experience working with the largest Democratic battlefield, containing numerous highly competitive campaigns in diverse districts across the nation.
• We recognize and reward hard work with a high-quality benefits package that includes:
• Opportunities to expand your network and engage with policy makers, political candidates, Democratic Party leaders and a diverse team of professionals and colleagues.
• More than 25 days of paid time off, including holidays, time off around holidays, vacation, and sick days.
• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance
• Up to 4% retirement employer match contribution
• Learn, develop and hone professional skills related to running and operating multi-dimensional political campaigns and the operating systems that support the campaigns.
• Opportunity to contribute at a growing, dynamic national political committee working to sustain the Democratic congressional majority to advocate on issues America care about most.
• Equity and inclusion are actively integrated into decisions made at Senior Team and Department levels with regard to hiring, contracting, and political strategy
• Monthly mobile phone stipend
• Professional Development programming dedicated to personal and professional growth beyond the 2022 election cycle)
• Gain experience in cross-team interaction and exposure to other functions and departments within the DCCC.