Inclusion and Diversity Leader, Americas

1 week ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada GHD Full time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Inclusion and Diversity Leader to join our team in Americas. As a key member of our Global Inclusion and Diversity team, you will be responsible for executing our I&D strategy within the Americas region.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and guidance to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure they are executing activities in alignment with our overall I&D strategy.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and key resource for advice, consultation, and execution of initiatives related to diversity, inclusiveness, belonging, and equity across Americas.
  • Be a central point of contact for key stakeholders regarding I&D for the Americas and work closely with the Global I&D Leader to ensure greater consistency and sharing of best practices across the enterprise.
  • Organize and lead the Americas I&D Committee and support the Global I&D Council reps in any local efforts required.
  • Develop and design I&D learning and programs as necessary.
  • Serve as a diversity liaison for compliance-related projects and reports.
  • Represent GHD as the subject matter expert on diversity, inclusiveness, belonging, and equity within and outside the firm.
  • Identify and consult with relevant stakeholders on external strategic sponsorships/partnerships and thought leadership opportunities.
  • Monitor performance metrics and keep the Global I&D Leader, Americas I&D Committee, and Americas leadership informed of progress and challenge the status quo.
  • Work with people and management teams to identify I&D needs in accordance with the organization's strategic and operational plans.
  • Implement global I&D processes and practices as well as support localized strategies and initiatives in Americas to drive best practices across the business.
  • Ensure Self I&D completion rates are tracking positively and aggregate data is available, accurate, understood, and used to improve all aspects of the talent lifecycle and the business across Americas.

About You

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Advanced degree a plus.
  • Proven expertise in leading successful diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in a fast-paced matrixed global organization.
  • Knowledge of external best practices in the area of diversity, equity, inclusion, and/or social justice.
  • A consulting and data-driven mindset with the ability to balance regional and global needs and to influence and collaborate with a diverse set of stakeholders.
  • Experience working with ERGs and across various dimensions of diversity.
  • Ability to prepare and facilitate senior-level discussions related to highly sensitive topics to achieve progress and gain support and buy-in.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to influence and display empathy.
  • A passion for and experience in improving key metrics related to inclusion and diversity.
  • Demonstrated interest or experience in understanding different cultures and work environments.
  • Experience working virtually and across various time zones when required to meet project/team needs.

About GHD

We are a multicultural organization that encourages individual achievement and recognizes the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status.

Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.



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