Expression of Interest - Program Manager
Cisco Systems
Expression of Interest - Program ManagerCisco Systems Australia Pty Ltd
Application Date Open from 23 October 2024 to 22 November 2024Role Type - Full timeLocation - Sydney, Australia
What You’ll DoThe Inclusive Communities Experiences (ICX) team is searching for Program Manager to support our Employee Resource Organizations and Networks, both vertically for two Global EROs, and horizontally across APJC for all EROs/ERNs. A deep partnership with both the PRIDE (LGBTQ+ & Allies) global community and CDAN (Cisco Disability Action Network) will be core to day-to-day responsibilities. The role is holistic, central program support to these communities, supporting and advising them on growth, globalization, alignment to other ERO’s and networks (intersectionality), strategic and annual planning, events, community impact, business impact, succession planning, securing executive sponsors, communications, and providing infrastructure & process support (membership management & reporting, budget, etc). Additionally, advocating for and being a point of contact and expertise for all communities across APJC is critical as our EROs/ERNs globalize, chapters expand, and cross-community learnings unfold.
Who You'll Work WithBeyond the global & regional communities you’ll be supporting day to day, you’ll be a direct part of the Inclusive Communities Experience team, which is a part of the Inclusive Future & Strategy (IFS) team within People and Communities. Our immediate team is close-knit and bound by a common purpose of advancing communities within Cisco. We sit in all geographies, and are rewarded daily by the opportunity to dedicate our full roles to the advancement of an inclusive culture at Cisco. We work outside the binds of traditional processes and roles, mobilize quickly and work toward a larger, shared purpose. You will have regular and collaborative interactions with stakeholders within People and Communities, key business leaders, community leaders.
Who You AreThis role for a self-starter, someone who is able to see and help shape the larger community strategy while working to execute key elements thru systems, tool and processes to:
Become a trusted advisor, aligning closely with ERO Global Leaders and Executive Sponsors to support community strategy development and execution & maximize community impactFor APJC region, country, and sites … oversee all efforts related to inclusive communities, enabling cross-community engagements among EROs and ERNsChampion Cisco’s accessibility efforts across APJC, from a platform of deep knowledge of our strategy and action plans Actively participate at regional and global community meetings, events, and community digital forumsPartner with leads and exec sponsors on annual strategy / plan and funding forecastProvide oversight and support the planning of global PRIDE & CDAN experiences, and cross-community APJC regional experiencesHelp build strategies on expanding adoption of I&C initiatives for function through our inclusive communities within APJCStay informed of inclusive community member emails alias/Webex rooms/SharePoint sites that offer insights for community members and regional sentimentsRaise visibility of community efforts by creating CEC/Blog content related to APJC Inclusive Community events, stories, and outcomes in partnership with IFS and corporate communications teamsCreate executive briefing documents pre/post events and track outcomes
Qualifications & Skills
Required
Background (5+ years) in diversity and inclusion and/or community managementFluency in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging solutionsAbility to navigate challenging conversations, with focus on advocacy of the LGBTQ+ communityDepth of experience in disability community, to champion the advancement of accessibility across APJC & Cisco globallyComfortable in working fast paced environments and able to prioritize critical workSolid organizational & program management skills: ability to focus and make progress towards both short term goals and long-term objectives of ICX (Inclusive Community Experience) teamStrong oral presentation skills to communicate with program stakeholders at all levelsRelationship builder and ability to influenceWillingness to grow with the team and tackle administrative tasks as required
Preferred
BA/BS degreeSharePoint, social media, content creation skillsStrong skills in Powerpoint and Excel
Why CiscoAt Cisco, each person brings their unique talents to work as a team and make a difference.Yes, our technology changes the way the world works, lives, plays and learns, but our edge comes from our people.
We connect everything – people, process, data and things – and we use those connections to change our world for the better.We innovate everywhere - From launching a new era of networking that adapts, learns and protects, to building Cisco Services that accelerate businesses and business results. Our technology powers entertainment, retail, healthcare, education and more – from Smart Cities to your everyday devices.We benefit everyone - We do all of this while striving for a culture that empowers every person to be the difference, at work and in our communities.Colorful hair? Don’t care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That’s cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Be you, with us! #WeAreCisco
Application Date Open from 23 October 2024 to 22 November 2024Role Type - Full timeLocation - Sydney, Australia
What You’ll DoThe Inclusive Communities Experiences (ICX) team is searching for Program Manager to support our Employee Resource Organizations and Networks, both vertically for two Global EROs, and horizontally across APJC for all EROs/ERNs. A deep partnership with both the PRIDE (LGBTQ+ & Allies) global community and CDAN (Cisco Disability Action Network) will be core to day-to-day responsibilities. The role is holistic, central program support to these communities, supporting and advising them on growth, globalization, alignment to other ERO’s and networks (intersectionality), strategic and annual planning, events, community impact, business impact, succession planning, securing executive sponsors, communications, and providing infrastructure & process support (membership management & reporting, budget, etc). Additionally, advocating for and being a point of contact and expertise for all communities across APJC is critical as our EROs/ERNs globalize, chapters expand, and cross-community learnings unfold.
Who You'll Work WithBeyond the global & regional communities you’ll be supporting day to day, you’ll be a direct part of the Inclusive Communities Experience team, which is a part of the Inclusive Future & Strategy (IFS) team within People and Communities. Our immediate team is close-knit and bound by a common purpose of advancing communities within Cisco. We sit in all geographies, and are rewarded daily by the opportunity to dedicate our full roles to the advancement of an inclusive culture at Cisco. We work outside the binds of traditional processes and roles, mobilize quickly and work toward a larger, shared purpose. You will have regular and collaborative interactions with stakeholders within People and Communities, key business leaders, community leaders.
Who You AreThis role for a self-starter, someone who is able to see and help shape the larger community strategy while working to execute key elements thru systems, tool and processes to:
Become a trusted advisor, aligning closely with ERO Global Leaders and Executive Sponsors to support community strategy development and execution & maximize community impactFor APJC region, country, and sites … oversee all efforts related to inclusive communities, enabling cross-community engagements among EROs and ERNsChampion Cisco’s accessibility efforts across APJC, from a platform of deep knowledge of our strategy and action plans Actively participate at regional and global community meetings, events, and community digital forumsPartner with leads and exec sponsors on annual strategy / plan and funding forecastProvide oversight and support the planning of global PRIDE & CDAN experiences, and cross-community APJC regional experiencesHelp build strategies on expanding adoption of I&C initiatives for function through our inclusive communities within APJCStay informed of inclusive community member emails alias/Webex rooms/SharePoint sites that offer insights for community members and regional sentimentsRaise visibility of community efforts by creating CEC/Blog content related to APJC Inclusive Community events, stories, and outcomes in partnership with IFS and corporate communications teamsCreate executive briefing documents pre/post events and track outcomes
Qualifications & Skills
Required
Background (5+ years) in diversity and inclusion and/or community managementFluency in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging solutionsAbility to navigate challenging conversations, with focus on advocacy of the LGBTQ+ communityDepth of experience in disability community, to champion the advancement of accessibility across APJC & Cisco globallyComfortable in working fast paced environments and able to prioritize critical workSolid organizational & program management skills: ability to focus and make progress towards both short term goals and long-term objectives of ICX (Inclusive Community Experience) teamStrong oral presentation skills to communicate with program stakeholders at all levelsRelationship builder and ability to influenceWillingness to grow with the team and tackle administrative tasks as required
Preferred
BA/BS degreeSharePoint, social media, content creation skillsStrong skills in Powerpoint and Excel
Why CiscoAt Cisco, each person brings their unique talents to work as a team and make a difference.Yes, our technology changes the way the world works, lives, plays and learns, but our edge comes from our people.
We connect everything – people, process, data and things – and we use those connections to change our world for the better.We innovate everywhere - From launching a new era of networking that adapts, learns and protects, to building Cisco Services that accelerate businesses and business results. Our technology powers entertainment, retail, healthcare, education and more – from Smart Cities to your everyday devices.We benefit everyone - We do all of this while striving for a culture that empowers every person to be the difference, at work and in our communities.Colorful hair? Don’t care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That’s cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Be you, with us! #WeAreCisco
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