Assistant Director of Diversity & Inclusion

Job Summary

Supporting the BU Diversity & Inclusion team, the full-time Assistant Director of Diversity & Inclusion will manage programming and communications initiatives to enhance campus climate and belonging for faculty, staff, and students while serving as a resource on diversity and inclusion in higher education.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement diversity, equity, and inclusion-related educational opportunities for the BU community
• Oversee and advise six faculty-staff community networks and collaborate with campus units to support programming efforts
• Liaise with communications partners to manage the unit's communications strategy, including newsletters and social media presence

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of professional experience in higher education or a related field; master's degree preferred
• Extensive knowledge of diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and intersectionality
• Experience planning, implementing, and assessing programs and events in various formats
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Canva, WordPress, and MailChimp preferred
• Ability to navigate complex organizational environments and work collaboratively as part of a team