Position: Volunteer Role

Reports to: President and Vice-President

Job Purpose: The Chair of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) will lead the NSEP Alumni Association Board (AAB) in fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture. This role is pivotal in developing and implementing strategies that promote DEI initiatives for all NSEP alumni (Boren Scholars, Boren Fellow, EHLS, Flagship, etc.), ensuring they align with our organizational goals and values.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategy Development:

   • Develop and implement a comprehensive DEI strategy aligned with the organization’s mission, vision, and goals.

   • Collaborate with NSEP AAB President, Vice-President, and Vice Chair for DEI, and other board members to integrate DEI principles into all aspects of organizational culture and operations.

2. Leadership and Advocacy:

   • Serve as a visible and influential leader and advocate for DEI initiatives across the AAB.

   • Champion a workplace environment where diversity is celebrated, equity is upheld, and inclusion is practiced at all levels.

3. Education:

   • Provide guidance and resources to support ongoing learning and development related to DEI.

4. Community Engagement:

   • Build partnerships and collaborate with external organizations, community groups, and stakeholders to advance DEI initiatives externally.

   • Represent the organization in DEI-related events, conferences, and forums.

5. Program Creation and Coordination:

   • Lead all efforts related to the nascent NSEP Black/African Diaspora Affinity Group (BLKADG) with few resources and/or previous infrastructure.

   • Ensure program coordination in the Vice Chair of DEI.

   • Report all program efforts, needs, etc. to NSEP AAB President, Vice-President, and other board members through communications (email, WhatsApp group, etc.).

6. Other:

   • Attend on-line monthly AAB monthly meetings.

   • Outbrief about DEI efforts in AAB monthly meetings.

   • Collaborate with other NSEP AAB members to monitor and evaluate DEI program(s) effectiveness.

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of NSEP scholarship (Boren Scholar, Boren Fellow, EHLS, Flagship, etc.) and graduated from university.

• Must be in good standing with NSEP in regards to completing government service requirements.

• Experience and/or interest in a leadership role focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives with little to no resources, infrastructure, etc.

• Understanding and/or of DEI principles, best practices, and current trends.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence with all stakeholders.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in public speaking and delivering presentations.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Desired:

• Certification and/or experience in DEI or related fields.

• Based in the DMV or NYC area.

• Regularly attends monthly NSEP Alumni Networking events.

• Able to dedicate around 3 hours per week to AAB, DEI program(s), etc.

Position: Volunteer Role

Reports to: President, Vice-President, and Chair of DEI

Job Purpose: The Chair of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) will lead the NSEP Alumni Association Board (AAB) in fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture. This role is pivotal in developing and implementing strategies that promote DEI initiatives for all NSEP alumni (Boren Scholars, Boren Fellow, EHLS, Flagship, etc.), ensuring they align with our organizational goals and values.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategy Development:

   • Support in developing and implementing a comprehensive DEI strategy aligned with the organization’s mission, vision, and goals.

   • Collaborate with the Chair of DEI, NSEP AAB President, Vice-President and other board members to integrate DEI principles into all aspects of organizational culture and operations.

2. Leadership and Advocacy:

   • Serve as a visible and influential leader and advocate for DEI initiatives across the AAB.

   • Champion a workplace environment where diversity is celebrated, equity is upheld, and inclusion is practiced at all levels.

3. Education:

   • Provide guidance and resources to support ongoing learning and development related to DEI.

4. Community Engagement:

   • Build partnerships and collaborate with external organizations, community groups, and stakeholders to advance DEI initiatives externally.

   • Represent the organization in DEI-related events, conferences, and forums.

5. Program Creation and Coordination:

   • Support in leading all efforts related to the nascent NSEP Black/African Diaspora Affinity Group (BLKADG) with few resources and/or previous infrastructure.

   • Ensure program coordination in the Vice Chair of DEI.

   • Report all program efforts, needs, etc. to NSEP AAB President, Vice-President, and other board members through communications (email, WhatsApp group, etc.).

6. Other:

   • Attend on-line monthly AAB monthly meetings.

   • Outbrief about DEI efforts in AAB monthly meetings.

   • Collaborate with other NSEP AAB members to monitor and evaluate DEI program(s) effectiveness.

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of NSEP scholarship (Boren Scholar, Boren Fellow, EHLS, Flagship, etc.) and graduated from university.

• Must be in good standing with NSEP in regards to completing government service requirements.

• Experience and/or interest in a leadership role focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives with little to no resources, infrastructure, etc.

• Understanding and/or of DEI principles, best practices, and current trends.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence with all stakeholders.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in public speaking and delivering presentations.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Desired:

• Certification and/or experience in DEI or related fields.

• Based in the DMV or NYC area.

• Regularly attends monthly NSEP Alumni Networking events.

• Able to dedicate around 3 hours per week to AAB, DEI program(s), etc.