DEIB Coordinator

Avantor is looking for a DEIB Coordinator to play a key role in supporting Avantor's global Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging strategy by providing operational, administrative, and analytical support to the DEIB team.

This role ensures smooth execution of DEIB programs and events, oversees the administration of ACT activities, manages key reporting requirements, and helps to further progress against strategic goals. The DEIB Coordinator will collaborate across functions, support program participants and volunteer leaders, and help create meaningful experiences that strengthen belonging across the organization.

Preference to have DEIB Coordinator onsite (hybrid) at one of our Avantor locations.

Key Responsibilities

1. ACT (Associate Centric Team) Support & Program Administration

• Serve as a first point of contact for all ACT- related inquiries and support needs.

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to ACT leaders, ambassadors, and allies - including liaise with legal for contracts, manage swag request and tracking of quantities, oversee invoice procedure

• Maintain and update ACT MDL lists, calendars, governance documentation, and meeting schedules.

• Track and manage all ACT metrics, attendance, and engagement.

• Deliver regular reporting to DEIB leadership (monthly) and ACTs (quarterly), highlighting progress, gaps, and opportunities.

2. DEIB Events, Learning Programs & Engagement Activities

• Assist in planning, logistics, scheduling, and execution of DEIB events such as Monthly DEIB Discussions, DEIB Learning Labs, and other engagement activities.

• Support the creation of DEIB content and meeting materials, including slide decks, briefs, communications, and related tools.

• Track attendance and participation metrics for all DEIB events and prepare required reports.

3. DEIB Academy & Career Accelerator Program Support

• Provide administrative support for DEIB career accelerator and learning programs including managing registration, communication flow, attendance, and follow-up reporting.

• Maintain reporting on the Workday Reward section up to date.

• Keep track of participant lists and progress dashboards.

4. Data, Metrics, Maintenance & Reporting

• Support the analysis of DEIB program data and performance against strategic metrics.

• Maintain high accuracy tracking systems and collaborate with HR and analytics partners as needed.

• Maintain accuracy of the DEIB Culture Minutes, the DEIB Avantor Connect pages and relevant DEIB knowledge articles in the MyHR Library

5. Engagement Committee Coordination

• Oversee the scheduling, promotion, preparation, and documentation for Engagement Committee meetings.

• Lead the monthly meetings promoting ACTs activities and connecting sites to share opportunities to collaborate.

• Ensure timely dissemination of agendas, materials, action items, and communication updates.

Competencies

Collaboration & Relationship Building

• Builds strong, trusting relationships with ACT leaders, stakeholders, and cross-functional partners.

• Demonstrates a collaborative approach to problem-solving and program delivery.

Communication Excellence

• Communicates clearly and professionally in written and verbal formats.

• Creates compelling presentations and program materials suitable for diverse audiences.

Program & Project Coordination

• Demonstrates strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, activities, and deadlines simultaneously.

• Ensures accuracy and attention to detail in all deliverables.

Data Literacy & Continuous Improvement

• Effectively interprets and communicates data insights.

• Identifies opportunities for improvement and contributes ideas to strengthen DEIB programs and processes.

Cultural Competence & Inclusion Mindset

• Displays sensitivity, respect, and awareness when engaging both internally and externally across cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.

• Models behaviors aligned with Avantor's values of respect, inclusivity and belonging.

Qualifications & Skills Required

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Minimum 2 years of experience supporting or implementing large-scale strategies, initiatives, or projects.

• Experience in Human Resources and/or Diversity, Equity & Inclusion preferred.

• Proven ability to manage cross-functional coordination, deadlines, and stakeholder deliverables.

• Strong oral and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in an additional language would be considered an asset.

• Excellent collaboration, interpersonal, and relationship-management capabilities.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint) with advanced Excel skills (dashboards, pivot tables, formulas).

• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism, discretion, and cultural awareness.

• Ability to travel up to 20% as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.comand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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