Get Tability: OKRs that don't suck | Learn more →

4 strategies and tactics for Diversity Coordinator

What is Diversity Coordinator strategy?

Team success often hinges on the ability to develop and implement effective strategies and tactics. It's a bit like playing chess, except that you have more than 1 player on each side.

Finding the right Diversity Coordinator strategy can be daunting, especially when you're busy working on your day-to-day tasks. This is why we've curated a list of examples for your inspiration.

Copy these examples into your preferred app, or you can also use Tability to keep yourself accountable.

How to write your own Diversity Coordinator strategy with AI

While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own strategies.

Diversity Coordinator strategy examples

You will find in the next section many different Diversity Coordinator tactics. We've included action items in our templates to make it as actionable as possible.

Strategies and tactics for enhancing Supplier Diversity Programme Globally

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Leverage US Executive Orders

    • Research current executive orders related to supplier diversity
    • Identify small and medium-sized businesses in key industries
    • Develop partnerships with diverse supplier networks in the US
    • Create a supplier diversity policy aligned with US regulations
    • Organise webinars to educate suppliers on opportunities
    • Set goals for increasing diverse supplier contracts
    • Monitor compliance with executive orders regularly
    • Collect and analyse supplier diversity data for reporting
    • Engage with US-based supplier diversity advocacy groups
    • Provide training to suppliers on contract proposals

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Utilise UK Procurement Act

    • Examine the UK Procurement Act for opportunities
    • Identify key sectors with mature supplier diversity programs
    • Build relationships with expert groups in the UK
    • Promote the procurement act benefits to diverse suppliers
    • Host networking events for suppliers to meet potential buyers
    • Set clear measurement criteria for supplier diversity success
    • Create a mentorship programme for small diverse suppliers
    • Collaborate with UK government on supplier diversity initiatives
    • Regularly review legal requirements for public procurement
    • Highlight successful case studies of diverse procurement in the UK

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Focus on Indigenous Procurement in Canada and Australia

    • Understand the Indigenous Procurement Policy in both countries
    • Identify opportunities in government and private contracts
    • Partner with indigenous business councils and networks
    • Raise awareness of indigenous suppliers to potential buyers
    • Develop training sessions on submitting contract proposals
    • Allocate a percentage of contracts specifically for indigenous suppliers
    • Create a feedback system to improve supplier engagement
    • Publicise achievements in indigenous procurement
    • Engage local communities in dialogue for better understanding
    • Track progress and impact of policies on indigenous suppliers
supplier-diversityregional-policiesdiversity-advocatesupplier-coordinatorprocurement-teamcommunity-outreach-team
Implement these strategies

Strategies and tactics for achieving B-BBEE Level 4 Status

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Enhance management control

    • Review and diversify executive positions to include previously disadvantaged individuals
    • Establish clear targets for senior management diversity
    • Implement regular diversity and inclusion training for leadership
    • Develop a management mentorship programme for underrepresented groups
    • Track progress on management diversity with bi-annual audits
    • Incorporate diversity goals into management KPIs
    • Align board diversity with B-BBEE requirements
    • Regularly update diversity policies and communicate changes to the team
    • Seek external consultation to improve diversity strategies
    • Engage with professional networks focused on minority leadership

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Improve skills development

    • Create a skills development plan targeting black staff and associates
    • Allocate budget for training and education programmes for underrepresented groups
    • Partner with accredited institutions for tailored training sessions
    • Implement continuous professional development opportunities for all employees
    • Measure and report on skills development impact semi-annually
    • Encourage employees to attend industry-specific workshops and conferences
    • Offer in-house mentorship and coaching for skills enhancement
    • Ensure at least 6% of training budget is spent on black employees
    • Provide bursaries for external study to qualifying individuals
    • Set up an internal committee to oversee skills development initiatives

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Boost enterprise and supplier development

    • Identify and engage with black-owned service providers
    • Maintain ongoing relationships with small black-owned businesses
    • Develop a three-year rolling plan for ESD investments
    • Track and report annual spending with qualifying small enterprises
    • Set goals for increasing procurement from black-owned businesses
    • Foster partnerships with incubators for start-up law firms
    • Provide legal aid and services at reduced costs for selected black-owned enterprises
    • Ensure supplier payment terms are mutually beneficial
    • Organise events to connect with potential black-owned suppliers
    • Monitor compliance with procurement ESD mandates quarterly
diversitycompliancediversity-officerskills-development-coordinatorhuman-resourcesprocurement
Implement these strategies

Strategies and tactics for cultivating a High-Performing Team Environment

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Enhance Communication

    • Schedule regular team meetings with open discussion forums
    • Conduct regular feedback sessions, including both positive and constructive feedback
    • Utilise collaborative communication tools to share updates and ideas
    • Encourage active listening and respectful dialogue among team members
    • Promote an environment of psychological safety and vulnerability
    • Implement a suggestion box for anonymous feedback
    • Provide communication skills workshops
    • Rotate meeting facilitators to involve everyone
    • Summarise meeting outcomes and distribute to the team
    • Conduct quarterly communication audits to identify areas for improvement

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Foster Trust and Inclusion

    • Organise on or offsite team-building exercises focusing on collaboration
    • Utilise programmes like Franklin Covey's Speed of Trust
    • Recognise individual and team contributions publicly
    • Celebrate wins and major milestones within the team
    • Encourage diverse perspectives and respect for different viewpoints
    • Run training sessions on addressing unconscious bias
    • Establish a buddy system for new team members
    • Create a diversity and inclusion committee
    • Set up monthly cultural awareness sessions
    • Collect feedback on inclusion efforts and adjust accordingly

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Promote Professional Development and Community Engagement

    • Offer opportunities for skill development and relevant training
    • Encourage mentorship and knowledge sharing within the team
    • Attend career days and community events to build professional relationships
    • Participate in fundraising, food or clothes drives, and donations
    • Collaborate with local law enforcement for professional development
    • Provide access to an online learning portal
    • Host monthly expert talks on career development
    • Form study groups for professional certifications
    • Sponsor participation in professional conferences
    • Develop a public service initiative linked to team goals
communicationinclusionteam-leaderdiversity-coordinatorcommunication-teaminclusion-committee
Implement these strategies

Strategies and tactics for creating a supportive workplace environment

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Foster an inclusive company culture

    • Conduct regular diversity and inclusion training for all staff
    • Encourage open communication by implementing regular team meetings
    • Establish employee resource groups for shared experiences and support
    • Create a feedback system that allows staff to voice concerns anonymously
    • Celebrate diverse cultural events and achievements within the workplace
    • Include employees in decision-making processes that affect their work environment
    • Provide mentorship opportunities for personal and professional development
    • Recognise and reward contributions to the team and corporate culture
    • Implement flexible working arrangements to accommodate diverse needs
    • Regularly review and update company policies to support inclusivity

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Promote health and wellbeing initiatives

    • Offer health and wellness programs such as fitness classes or yoga sessions
    • Provide healthy snacks and meal options in the workplace
    • Encourage walking meetings and regular breaks throughout the day
    • Implement mental health awareness workshops and resources
    • Ensure health benefits include access to counselling and therapy services
    • Create a wellness room or quiet space for relaxation and meditation
    • Provide training on stress management and work-life balance
    • Organise regular health screenings and vaccination clinics
    • Encourage the utilisation of personal days for mental and physical health
    • Conduct regular surveys to assess employee health and wellbeing needs

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Enhance empowerment and professional growth

    • Develop a clear career progression plan for each employee
    • Offer regular skill development workshops and training programs
    • Provide opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration and projects
    • Encourage leadership skills through delegation and autonomy in tasks
    • Set up a system for recognising personal and team achievements
    • Establish a resource library containing educational material and courses
    • Arrange for guest speakers and seminars on relevant industry topics
    • Create a peer coaching or buddy system for support and guidance
    • Utilise feedback sessions to identify skills and training needs
    • Regularly assess and update development programs based on feedback
inclusivityempowermenthr-managerwellness-coordinatordiversity-teamhealth-and-wellness-team
Implement these strategies

How to track your Diversity Coordinator strategies and tactics

Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.

Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to keep your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.

A tool like Tability can also help you by combining AI and goal-setting to keep you on track.

More strategies recently published

We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.

Planning resources

OKRs are a great way to translate strategies into measurable goals. Here are a list of resources to help you adopt the OKR framework:

Table of contents
Copyright © 2024 Tability