SUMMARY

The Wikimedia vision is a world in which every single human being can freely share in the sum of all knowledge, and the People Growth & Belonging (PG&B) Team leads the Wikimedia Foundation’s effort to provide staff with the tools, opportunities, and learning materials needed to shape a welcoming and supportive workplace environment where everyone has the chance to thrive.
As a Senior Manager, you will lead a team that integrates Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and Learning & Development (L&D) principles, ensuring that these two areas reinforce each other.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 8+ years of experience in DEI, Learning & Development, organisational development, or talent strategy.
• Proven leadership in DEI strategy design and implementation, with a track record of influencing organisational culture.
• Expertise in learning programme design, instructional methodologies, and leadership development.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, particularly in mission-driven, global organisations.
• Experience coaching and managing multicultural teams.
• Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on programme execution.
• Familiarity with learning technology platforms and data-driven approaches to measuring impact.
• Strong communication skills, with fluency in English and the ability to craft compelling narratives and build consensus.
• Commitment to Wikimedia’s values and the free knowledge movement.
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed.

• Define and execute the People Growth & Belonging strategy, aligning with Wikimedia’s mission and organizational priorities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop part of the PGB team, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
• Oversee the Engagement & Inclusion Survey, ensuring data informs people strategies.
• Drive evidence-based DEI strategy and oversee key initiatives, including constructive dialogue spaces, racial equity commitments, and global inclusion efforts.
• Support and advise Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure alignment with organisational goals.
• Champion inclusive leadership development, equipping managers with tools to foster anti-discrimination and equity in decision-making.
• Oversee some L&D programmes, ensuring access to upskilling and career development opportunities.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Internal Communications, Recruiting, and People Ops to embed DEI and L&D principles into talent acquisition, management, onboarding, and engagement strategies.
• Develop methods to assess impact for DEI and L&D initiatives to ensure continuous improvement.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the VP, People Growth & Belonging, contributing to organisational development.