Inclusive Communities Program Manager

Want to be at the forefront of the Computer Networking industry!

At Cisco Meraki, we know that technology can connect us, empower us, and drive us! By simplifying powerful technology, we can free passionate people to focus on their mission. As the fastest growing cloud-managed networking team in the world, our products, and technology architecture are changing the face of enterprise networking and making cloud-managed IT a reality.

What You Will Do

This pivotal role in the Inclusion & Collaboration team will provide tactical and strategic support to build inclusive communities both inside and outside of Meraki to help us propel an inclusive future for all.

Internal Communities: Employee Resource Organizations & Networks and Inclusion Leadership Teams (Councils)

• Trusted advisor partnering closely with ERO Global Leaders and Executive Sponsors to support strategy development and execution including but not limited to planning, communication and execution of events, implementing ERO processes and governance
• Consult and champion global, regional and site needs to improve the ERO's impact, partnering with Employee Experience
• Actively participate at regional and global community meetings, events, and community digital forums

External Communities: Community Impact

• Implement our community investment strategy and lead our product donations based on industry research, thought leadership, and standard methodologies in line with our Inclusion & Collaboration Strategy
• Maintain relationships with Cisco Community Impact, Meraki regional sites and external partners
• Work with Cisco Community Impact to develop and market engagement opportunities for our employee population that include social and racial justice advancement

General Project Management:

• Drive sophisticated, cross-organizational initiatives through the influencing of and negotiation with stakeholders
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development and HR Business Partners to develop and execute strategies for retention, engagement and promotion of diverse talent, including engagement in external sponsorship relationships
• Act as a project manager for projects that support Meraki's culture with D&I goals and objectives in mind

Who You Are

• Background (4+ years) in diversity and inclusion, employee resource group management, corporate social responsibility, corporate giving or community partnerships with business impact
• Ability to demonstrate awareness and understanding of multiple facets of diversity and their intersection: cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, gender, educational, age, sexual orientation, linguistic, professional, and other differences that make us unique.
• Highly organized with excellent project management skills, strong attention to detail, and a track record delivering on tight timelines
• Demonstrated experience working cross-functionally building trusting relationships and influencing others.
• Ability to handle sensitive information in a professional and confidential manner
• Comfortable in working fast paced environments and able to prioritize critical work
• SharePoint, Google Pages, content creation skills Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel
• Willingness to grow with the team and tackle administrative tasks as required
• Strong oral and written presentation skills to communicate with program stakeholders at all levels

Cisco Meraki, we're challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. When we connect different perspectives, we can imagine new possibilities, inspire innovation, and release the full potential of our people. We're building an employee experience that includes appreciation, belonging, growth, and purpose for everyone.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.