Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DIB) Consultant for DanChurchAid

DanChurchAid is one of Denmark’s largest humanitarian non-governmental organisations. We assist the world’s poorest and most vulnerable to lead a life in dignity, and our work is based on three overall goals: Build Resilient Communities, Fight Extreme Inequality and Save Lives.

In HR we support DCA Headquarters as well as our 17 country offices in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. As our new DIB Consultant, you will become a part of a dynamic team consisting of 8 employees, 2 student assistants and our Head of HR & Diversity. Our nice and spacious office is close to both the metro and the S-trains right next to Vesterport station. Our tasks span from recruitment to organisational development processes and we have a good social environment and an informal tone of voice between colleagues. We promise you a job with meaning, trust, and responsibility.

In DCA we strive to build and nurture an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity and supports the feeling of empowerment and belonging. This drives our innovation, creates relations across boundaries and connects us closer to the communities we serve.

DCA wants to develop and strengthen a common GLOBAL understanding and awareness of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging and support a diverse and inclusive culture across the organisation, supporting creativity and innovation. Therefore, we are looking for a project consultant to steer us through the next phase of our DIB agenda.

Key responsibilities of the DIB consultant:

• Lead the development and scoping of relevant project design
• Scope DIB council mandate and the process setting up the council
• Secure continuous progress information to board of directors
• Collect and analyse data and advise on how to proceed both globally and locally
• Design and roll-out of continuous DIB follow-up initiatives
• Write and communicate policies for Global DIB
• Coordinate and support the competence development of DCA managers in the DIB agenda in cooperation with HR colleagues

Minimum Qualifications

• A demonstrated thorough understanding of the DIB agenda
• Experience managing global projects in complex international environments, hence experience from another NGO or the UN humanitarian system is an advantage.
• Experience in all phases of project cycle management.
• Cultural sensitivity
• Strong in building relations across the organisation
• Strong analytical skills to effectively identify issues and be able to apply sound conclusions resulting in effective solutions
• Solid Change Management and communication skills
• A demonstrated, general good understanding of working with digital focus groups, employee engagement surveys and possibly HR analysis.
• Prior experience with working with board of directors and project councils
• Fluency in oral and written English.
• Above all, you are a strong team player and an excellent communicator both verbally and in writing.

We offer:

• A dynamic workplace with highly engaged and qualified employees in Copenhagen and abroad.
• 1-year contract, with possibility of renewal based on funding.
• 37 hours/week, incl. lunch; but with flexible working hours and the possibility of working from home.
• Possible travel to DCA Country offices
• Salary based on DanChurchAid’s collective agreement, an attractive pension scheme and insurance scheme.
• A job in Vesterbro, Copenhagen: DCA headquarters in Meldahslgade 3, 1613 Copenhagen V.

Submit your application
Please apply through our recruitment platform Emply no later than 5. January 2022. You can access the platform via:  Ledige stillinger I Folkekirkens Nødhjælp (emply.com)

The application must consist of a motivational letter and a CV. It is only applications following these guidelines that will be considered. Interviews are expected to take place 2nd and 3rd week of January 2022. For further information regarding this position please contact Head of HR & Dirversity Stinne Enemærke Madsen, sema@dca.dk. For further information regarding DCA, please visit our website at: www.noedhjaelp.dk or https://www.danchurchaid.org

Expected start date is as soon as possible or 1. March 2022 at the latest.

We encourage all interested candidates, irrespective of age, gender, race, religion, or ethnic affiliation to apply for the position. DCA conducts an anti-terror check as part of the recruitment process. It is a prerequisite that you can pass this check and maintain this status throughout your employment with us. Everyone applying for a job with DCA must be ready to comply with our Code of Conduct, Staff Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment and our Child Safeguarding Policy.