Executive Director, Diversity and Inclusion Programs
2 days ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as the Senior Vice President, M/W/DBE Program & Opportunities. This is a critical role that will play a key part in driving our organization's mission to create a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.
Key Responsibilities- Leadership
- Partner with senior leaders across the organization to develop and implement strategies to increase M/W/DBE participation and engagement in our projects and initiatives.
- Research, develop, and negotiate M/WBE participation goals with project sponsors and external partners.
- Act as a liaison for the organization with City Hall, government agencies, and other external partners.
- Plan, implement, coordinate, and monitor the organization's M/WBE Program.
- Perform outreach to the M/WBE vendor community and connect them with programs and initiatives that will help them succeed.
- Report on the program to our oversight agencies, including the Mayor's Office of M/WBE.
- Lead and develop policies, practices, and overall direction of the organization's M/W/DBE programs to ensure greater equity and inclusion in all aspects of the organization.
- Make policy recommendations regarding process improvements to ensure the organization reaches its Citywide goals.
- Ensure that staff receive necessary updates and training to successfully complete their work.
- Procurement
- Lead staff and the organization in the full array of procurement activities related to M/WBE utilization.
- Ensure that work is conducted timely and in accordance with the Procurement Policy Board Rules, the New York City Charter, Local Laws, and other applicable rules and regulations.
- Manage the process of ensuring compliance with M/WBE Utilization Goals in Contracts.
- Develop and implement a plan for tracking compliance with contracted M/WBE Goals; work with internal partners and vendors throughout the term of contracts to ensure compliance.
- Develop and maintain subject matter expertise in all matters concerning rules and laws concerning M/WBE utilization.
- Implement the organization's Policy of using M/WBE vendors for small purchases.
- Manage the process of M/WBE goals setting in contracts, including conducting procurement-specific analyses to determine M/WBE Utilization Goals, participating in pre-bid and pre-proposal conferences, and coordinating waiver requests.
- Data Compliance
- Compose summary reports detailing the status of M/WBE and DBE compliance activities.
- Maintain accurate records of compliance reviews, inspections, and investigations.
- Oversee the monitoring, tracking, and reporting of the organization's M/W/DBE's performance both internally and externally.
- Ability to gather and synthesize information from a wide variety of people and sources and communicate effectively to decision-makers.
- Extract, review, and assess complex and diverse data sets pertaining to the organization's M/WBE utilization trends; conduct analyses of procurement data and patterns; and make appropriate recommendations for optimizing M/WBE utilization.
- Develop and implement the organization's annual M/WBE Utilization Plan.
- Work throughout the year on tracking and reporting all activities related to M/WBE Utilization.
- Manage the process of ensuring compliance with M/WBE Utilization Goals in Contracts.
- Capacity Building
- Actively participate in networking events sponsored by other agencies or organizations.
- Develop and implement outreach plans to connect with M/WBEs and colleagues from other City Agencies.
- Establish and nurture relationships with M/W/DBEs and small business organizations.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Public or Business Administration, Economics, the Social Sciences, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience working with M/W/DBE programs; familiarity with state and/or federal laws and regulations regarding M/WBE requirements.
- Minimum of 5+ years of relevant full-time professional experience in recruitment and outreach activities, strategic planning, or public policy.
- Minimum of 3+ years of direct government contracting experience with deep knowledge of M/WBE program and procurement principles.
- Demonstrated presentation, writing, and organizational skills with an ability to communicate effectively with relevant stakeholders and partners.
- Advanced strategic thinking, operations, quantitative/qualitative skills.
- Ability to effectively gather and synthesize information from a wide variety of people and sources and communicate to decision-makers.
- Ability to determine the specific tasks and assignments to be performed, independently handling new and unusual problems and deviations encountered in the work.
- Ability to provide leadership, program direction, and policy guidance to managers, staff, and others involved in carrying out assigned activities.
- Experience working with small companies, community groups, trade associations, and/or City agencies.
- Demonstrated ability in managing, developing, and mentoring staff.
- New York City residency is required within 180 days of hire.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Generous employer-subsidized health insurance.
- Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans.
- Vision and hearing benefits.
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- 100% employer-covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage.
- Up to 25 vacation days.
- Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays.
- Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks.
- Retirement savings programs.
- Tuition Reimbursement program.
- Continuing education and professional development.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
- College savings plan.
- Backup childcare.
- Gym membership discounts.
- A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support.
- Employee discounts through Plum Benefits, Student Loan Servicing tools, and much more.
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