We are looking for an additional Diversity & Inclusion Officer (DIO) to join the IT DIO and Talent Management team. The DIO is an official CERN-wide role and supports the Organization’s and the D&I Programme’s efforts to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace environment.

The IT DIO reports to the IT Talent Manager for the time they dedicate to the function.

Time: 10%

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate efforts, implement actions and engage with the relevant parties inside the Department in order to achieve the Department’s D&I workplan
• Promote D&I-related matters, policies and practices, e.g. digital accessibility, bias awareness​
• Consult with diverse groups of colleagues to gather insights on D&I progress and ideas within the Department
• Attend DIO Network meetings chaired by the D&I Programme

We are looking for someone with the following profile, demonstrated experience/skills:

• A member of personnel with at least 1 year of membership in the Department
• Willing and able to commit to this role for an initial duration of one year at a 10% workload, i.e. about ½ day per week on average
• An advocate for Diversity & Inclusion matters

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good organizational skills, able to focus on details and willing to follow a structured approach with well-defined processes and plans
• Empathy with and willingness to understand challenges that minorities face at CERN
• An analytical and data-driven approach when handling problems and establishing priorities

People are encouraged to discuss with their supervisor before expressing their interest in this role.

Contact: Dominique Norz