Inclusive Recruitment Program
Inclusive Recruitment Training Programs
Our Inclusive Recruitment Training Programs (online or face-to-face) are designed to empower executives, leaders, managers, and HR professionals to implement inclusive recruitment practices in your organisation and effect meaningful change.
Inclusive Recruitment Online Course
The “Inclusive Recruitment Programme for Managers and Executives” is designed to provide HR professionals, leaders, and managers with the tools and knowledge necessary to foster a culture of inclusion within their organisations. Developed by Diversity Australia, this course offers a comprehensive exploration of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles and their critical role in modern recruitment processes.
Over the course of eight modules, participants will learn how to mitigate unconscious bias, craft inclusive job descriptions, and conduct fair and consistent interviews. The programme also covers strategies for making equitable hiring decisions and maintaining inclusive recruitment practices over time. Each module is grounded in practical insights, ensuring that participants can apply what they learn directly to their roles.
This course is ideal for professionals who are committed to enhancing their recruitment processes and aligning their practices with DEI goals. By completing the programme, participants will be better equipped to create a more diverse and inclusive workforce, ultimately contributing to the success and sustainability of their organisations.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the Foundations of Inclusive Recruitment
Define diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and articulate their importance in modern recruitment practices. - Identify and Mitigate Unconscious Bias
Recognise various forms of unconscious bias in recruitment processes and implement strategies to mitigate their impact. - Design Inclusive Job Descriptions
Develop job descriptions that attract a diverse range of candidates, using inclusive language and criteria that focus on essential skills and competencies. - Diversify Candidate Pools
Employ strategies to broaden talent searches, including partnering with diversity-focused organisations and leveraging employee resource groups (ERGs). - Conduct Fair and Consistent Interviews
Apply structured interview techniques that minimise bias and ensure all candidates are evaluated consistently and fairly. - Make Equitable Hiring Decisions
Use objective, job-related criteria to make informed hiring decisions that support diversity and inclusion. - Implement Inclusive Onboarding Practices
Develop onboarding processes that promote inclusion and retention, ensuring new hires feel welcomed and supported. - Measure and Sustain Inclusive Recruitment Practices
Monitor and analyse recruitment data to assess the effectiveness of inclusive strategies, making adjustments as necessary to maintain progress.
Face to Face Training Programs:
Diverse and Inclusive WorkForces
Diversity Australia’s Inclusive Recruitment Program is a transformative training designed to revolutionize your organisation’s recruitment practices and foster a diverse and inclusive workforce. By participating in this program, you will gain the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to attract, hire, and retain talent from all backgrounds.
Throughout the program, we delve into the significance of inclusive recruitment and its positive impact on business success. We explore the legal and ethical considerations surrounding diversity and inclusion in hiring processes, while addressing unconscious bias and common barriers that hinder inclusivity.
With a focus on building an inclusive recruitment strategy, we guide you in assessing your current practices and setting goals for diversity and inclusion. You will learn how to develop a comprehensive recruitment plan, including crafting inclusive job descriptions and advertisements that resonate with a diverse talent pool.
Our program also emphasizes the importance of inclusive sourcing and outreach. We provide strategies for widening candidate pools through diverse sourcing channels and engaging with underrepresented communities and organisations.
Additionally, we highlight the role of technology in enhancing inclusive sourcing efforts. Interviewing and selection play a critical role in ensuring fairness and objectivity. Our program equips you with techniques to conduct inclusive interviews, structure them to minimize bias, and evaluate candidates based on their abilities and potential. Accommodations and accessibility are vital aspects of inclusive recruitment.
We guide you in understanding and providing reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, ensuring equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities.
Beyond the hiring phase, our program addresses onboarding, retention, and creating an inclusive culture. We share best practices for inclusive onboarding programs, mentorship, and retention strategies that promote an environment where everyone can thrive.
To measure your progress and make data-driven decisions, we assist you in selecting key metrics and tracking the impact of your inclusive recruitment efforts. By continuously evaluating and improving your practices, you will foster a culture of inclusivity and drive long-term success.
Leadership and Executive Level Programs
Leadership and Executive Level Programs are 4 Hour Programs is about transforming your recruitment practices and build a diverse and inclusive workforce. Inclusive recruitment goes beyond hiring; it extends to onboarding, retention, and fostering an inclusive culture. Our program covers best practices for inclusive onboarding, mentoring, and retention strategies to ensure long-term success and employee satisfaction. Our Inclusive Recruitment Program is a comprehensive training program designed to equip your organisation with the knowledge and strategies needed to attract and hire talent from diverse backgrounds.
Manager and Supervisor Level Programs
In today’s competitive job market, organizations that embrace inclusivity gain a competitive edge. Our Manager (3 Hour) and Supervisor (2 Hour) program begins by establishing a strong foundation in understanding the importance of inclusive recruitment, exploring the business case behind it, and addressing legal and ethical considerations.
We delve into the common barriers that hinder inclusivity and provide actionable solutions to overcome them.
The new rules of recruitment
The table reflects how businesses are re-designing their approach to recruitment, to tap into diverse talents latent in their community and workforce.
| Poor Practices | Better Practices | ||
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| · Position becomes vacant, triggering response | · Focus on ongoing and proactive analysis of future needs · Continuous evaluation of potential talent |
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| · Hiring manager completes job requisition and sends to HR and business group for (cursory) review and approval · Reliance on generic competency models |
· Jobs are reviewed and designed with realistic requirements · Focus on re-shaping or re-classifying roles for greater inclusivity |
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| · Taking a scattershot, ad hoc. approach to finding candidates · Focusing only on external candidates · Publish positions on multiple jobs boards or outsource to external recruitment agency |
· All job openings are posted internally, tapping the talent of existing workforce · Focus on diversifying applicant pools and talent searches |
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| · Assess candidates against eligibility criteria · Using unreliable filters and bureaucratic steps |
· Using data science to reduce the role social bias plays in the selection process · Developing systems and process that help even the playing field |
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| · Employing unstructured and generic interviews · Focus on charisma, likeability and track record · “Going with your gut” |
· Structured interviews allow consistent questions across candidate groups · Rigorous behavioural event interviews |
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| · Assume the new hires plus in and play · Failure to support cultural familiarisation |
· Unstructured face-to-face interviews and personality tests · Looking for charisma, general ability and track record |
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| · Failing to review hiring practices · ‘What’s done is done’ mentality |
· Monitor whether your practices are resulting in good hires · Holding assessors accountable for the quality of evaluations |
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Program Summary
The Inclusive Recruitment Program is a comprehensive initiative designed to promote diversity and equity in the hiring process. This program recognises the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace by attracting, selecting, and retaining candidates from diverse backgrounds and underrepresented groups. Our commitment to this program reflects our dedication to creating a work environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.
Program Objectives:
- Increase Diversity: The primary goal of the Inclusive Recruitment Program is to increase the representation of underrepresented groups within our workforce.
- Eliminate Bias: We aim to eliminate unconscious bias from the recruitment process by implementing standardized procedures and training our staff to recognize and mitigate biases.
- Enhance Inclusion: We strive to create a more inclusive and equitable hiring process, ensuring that all candidates, regardless of their background, have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Key Program Components:
- Training and Education: We provide comprehensive diversity and inclusion training to all employees involved in the recruitment process. This training equips our team with the tools to identify and address bias in hiring decisions.
- Job Posting and Advertisement: We review and revise job descriptions to remove bias and ensure inclusive language. We promote our commitment to diversity and inclusion in all job ads.
- Diverse Sourcing Strategies: We establish partnerships with organizations, schools, and communities serving underrepresented groups to expand our candidate pool.
- Application and Screening Process: We implement blind recruitment processes, remove personal information from resumes during initial screenings, and use standardized criteria for candidate evaluation.
- Interview Panels and Diversity: We ensure diverse interview panels and train interviewers in inclusive interviewing techniques. Candidates are assessed based on their skills, experience, and cultural fit.
- Feedback and Continuous Improvement: We collect candidate feedback to improve the recruitment process continuously. Regular reviews and adjustments are made based on feedback and evolving diversity and inclusion goals.
- Reporting and Transparency: We transparently report on the demographic makeup of candidates, interviewees, and hires to demonstrate our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Legal Compliance: We ensure full compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including anti-discrimination and equal opportunity laws.
Impact and Benefits:
The Inclusive Recruitment Program not only aligns with our organization’s values but also delivers numerous benefits, including:
- A more diverse workforce that brings different perspectives, creativity, and innovation.
- Increased employee morale, engagement, and retention.
- Enhanced relationships with customers, partners, and the community.
- Demonstrated commitment to social responsibility and ethical business practices.
Our organization is dedicated to building an inclusive workplace where individuals of all backgrounds can thrive and contribute to our shared success. The Inclusive Recruitment Program serves as a roadmap to achieve these goals, and we are committed to its ongoing development and improvement. Together, we aim to create an inclusive and equitable recruitment process that reflects the diversity of the world around us.