Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer

Job Description

About the Organization

We are a globally recognized leader at the intersection of digital health, AI-driven clinical intelligence, and next-generation healthcare platforms, delivering transformative solutions across payer, provider, and life sciences ecosystems. With operations spanning North America, Europe, and emerging global markets, the organization supports millions of patient interactions annually through intelligent care platforms, predictive analytics, and integrated health infrastructure systems.

Our platform integrates AI-powered diagnostics, value-based care enablement, clinical decision support systems, and population health analytics, enabling healthcare organizations to deliver more equitable, accessible, and outcomes-driven care. As a mission-driven enterprise, we are deeply committed to addressing systemic disparities in healthcare access, clinical outcomes, and workforce representation.

As part of our continued evolution, we are elevating diversity, equity, and inclusion to a core enterprise priority embedded across clinical innovation, workforce strategy, patient engagement, and global operations. We are seeking a Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer to architect and lead a globally integrated DEI strategy, ensuring that inclusion becomes a measurable driver of organizational performance, innovation, and patient impact.

This role represents a rare opportunity to shape DEI at scale within a complex, regulated, and mission-critical global healthcare ecosystem, where diversity is not only a cultural priority but a strategic imperative tied directly to business outcomes and societal impact.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy aligned with enterprise objectives and ESG commitments.
• Embed DEI principles across all organizational dimensions, including talent acquisition, leadership development, clinical programs, and product design.
• Partner with executive leadership to integrate DEI into business strategy, operational performance, and innovation frameworks.
• Establish and track enterprise-wide DEI metrics, KPIs, and reporting structures, including workforce representation and equity outcomes.
• Lead initiatives focused on health equity, inclusive patient engagement, and culturally competent care delivery models.
• Oversee global programs supporting inclusive leadership, employee engagement, and organizational culture transformation.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory and compliance frameworks related to equal employment, healthcare equity standards, and ESG reporting.
• Drive supplier diversity strategies and community engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, Compliance, Clinical, and Product teams to ensure DEI is integrated across all functions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Board, and senior leadership on DEI-related strategy and governance.
• Represent the organization externally in industry forums, policy discussions, and global partnerships focused on diversity and equity.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Human Resources, Public Health, Organizational Leadership, or related field preferred.
• 15–20+ years of leadership experience in diversity & inclusion, organizational development, or human capital strategy.
• Proven experience leading enterprise-wide DEI initiatives within large, complex organizations.
• Strong understanding of healthcare systems, life sciences, or regulated industry environments.
• Demonstrated success in developing data-driven DEI strategies and measurable outcomes.
• Experience engaging with executive leadership and Boards on DEI and ESG topics.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and standards related to equal employment, healthcare equity, and compliance.
• Strong experience managing global programs across multiple geographies and cultures.

Personal Capabilities and Qualifications

• Visionary leader with the ability to translate DEI into business and societal impact.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence at the highest organizational levels.
• High emotional intelligence and cultural competence.
• Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Ability to lead complex organizational transformation initiatives.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Integrity, authenticity, and commitment to inclusive leadership.

Strategic Support

• Partner with the CEO and Board to define enterprise-wide DEI and ESG priorities.
• Support global expansion by ensuring inclusive practices across new markets and diverse populations.
• Align DEI strategy with clinical outcomes, patient experience, and product innovation.
• Provide strategic oversight on health equity initiatives and community impact programs.
• Contribute to long-term organizational strategy by embedding DEI into innovation and growth initiatives.

Working Conditions

• Fully remote within the United States with global leadership responsibilities.
• Regular collaboration across international teams and business units.
• Travel requirement of approximately 20–30% for leadership meetings, global initiatives, and external engagements.
• High-impact executive role within a mission-driven, fast-evolving environment.

Job Function

The Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer serves as the enterprise leader for diversity, equity, and inclusion, responsible for embedding inclusive practices across strategy, operations, workforce, and patient impact initiatives. This role integrates cultural transformation, business strategy, and measurable outcomes into a unified executive mandate.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation Package: $420,000 – $540,000 (base salary)
• Annual executive bonus and performance incentives
• Long-term equity participation (RSUs or performance shares)
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and executive benefits programs
• Retirement and wealth planning services
• Executive-level support resources and professional development opportunities

Why Join Us

• Lead DEI strategy within a global organization transforming healthcare through AI and digital innovation.
• Drive meaningful impact on health equity, patient outcomes, and workforce inclusion.
• Partner with executive leadership and the Board on high-impact strategic initiatives.
• Work in a purpose-driven environment where inclusion directly influences innovation and growth.
• Opportunity to shape the future of equitable healthcare at a global scale.