Inclusion and Diversity

Growth Markets Inclusion and Diversity (I&D) Lead

Come join us

As the Growth Markets Inclusion and Diversity (I&D) Lead, you’ll guide and influence the I&D strategy for Growth Markets, supporting the Avanade Global I&D framework which spans across Australia, Brazil, Japan, and Southeast Asia. You’ll play a pivotal role in supporting a shared vision, mission, and strategy to ensure I&D is at the forefront of all Avanade processes, decisions, teams, and ways of doing business. This role will also be responsible for providing I&D input into training and education programs, as well as partnering with HR and recruiting on key initiatives and moments that matter. Together we do what matters.

**What you will do**:

- Providing strategic thought leadership driving Area/Region I&D business plans in alignment with the global strategy
- Advising mentor/coach and guide all levels of leadership to build cultural competence and inclusive leadership skills to further unlock employee engagement capabilities
- Offering consultative support to area and regional I&D councils
- Contributing to the global I&D strategy and execution
- Driving accountability by measuring and analyzing results, highlighting areas of strength and areas of improvement and identify action steps to remedy
- Providing consultative support to identify opportunities, interventions, and initiatives for improvement.
- Building strong relationships to develop a deep understanding of the business and to increase awareness and understanding of I&D as a critical business imperative
- Driving cultural change in support of Avanade's ability to attract and retain world-class diverse talent
- Recognizing and respond to regional needs by providing tailored strategies and solutions to enable appropriate cultural awareness and change

Skills and experiences
- Global I&D experience working within a consulting or technology solutions environment
- HR exposure in areas such as Talent Management, Learning and Development and/or Leadership development will be highly regarded.
- Experience and credibility as a leader in an environment where the ability to influence, work across a complex matrix, and build relationships
- Demonstrated public reputation and recognition in the Inclusion and Diversity
- Success in establishing strong partnerships and trusted relationships with Regional Business HR Leaders to infuse I&D through the Regional People Strategies
- Highly effective communicator with the ability to clearly and concisely articulate ideas, concepts, and proposals to engage team, peers, and leadership
- Strong analytical skills and ability to translate metrics, research, and trends into strategy and improvement opportunities
- Interpersonal awareness and skills with emphasis on empathy, supportiveness, ability to have uncomfortable conversations, listen, and take action.

Enjoy your career

**Some of the best things about working at Avanade**:

- Opportunity to work for Microsoft’s Global Alliance Partner of the Year (14 years in a row), with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications)
- Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally
- Dedicated career advisor to encourage your growth
- Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you

Find out more about some of our benefits [1]

[2] Employee Benefits at Avanade | Avanade

A great place to work

As you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you’ll get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return. As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and communities. You’ll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor, and guide you, and to lean on your expertise. You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact, and live. It’s all here, so take a closer look

We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Visit our [3] Inclusion & Diversity page.

**Create a future for our people that focuses on**: - Expanding your thinking - Experimenting courageously - Learning and pivoting

**Inspire greatness in our people by**: - Empowering every voice - Encouraging boldness - Celebrating progress

**Accelerate the impact of our people by**: - Amazing the client - Prioritizing what matters - Acting as one

Learn more

**To learn more about Avanade check out these links**:
[4] LinkedIn [5] [6] Inside Avanade Blog [7] [8] Avanade Careers

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