Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We highlight the significance of diverse representation and inclusiveness while reiterating the necessity for justice and fairness in decision-making.

Here, at Careers4Change, we are committed to driving meaningful change in the workplace through our specialist recruitment services delivered through an EDI ; Equity, Diversity and Inclusion lens. We feel we can bring a powerful combination of talent to the table through diversity. We look for and include people in our talent pools who come from different backgrounds and identify as having ‘lived ‘experience, who are strong critical thinkers with original points of view. We understand that diverse teams, with equitable team cultures drive greater innovation and creativity and are better positioned to meet the challenges of today’s global markets.

For impact finance organisations poised to ignite social change, nurturing a diverse, resilient, and innovative workforce is pivotal. Beyond just equality of opportunity across all demographics – including gender, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability and neurodivergence – it’s about empowering every individual to bring forth their unique perspectives, thereby enriching the collective decision-making process, seeding innovative ideas, and fortifying risk management.

At Careers4Change we currently collect data on our candidates’ identified gender and ethnicity.

Over the past 12 months…

49.4% of our candidates have identified as female.

44% of our candidates have been from Black and Asian minoritised backgrounds.

Our EDI policy is embedded through our processes and values. To give a clearer map of how we action our approach in the recruitment process, here are some examples of where we can provide insight and support:

Diverse Talent Sourcing

1. Access to our extensive networks of diverse candidates
2. Access to networks of candidates with lived experience of the social issues your organisation is facing
3. Partnerships with diversity-focused professional organisations

Bias-Free Recruitment Process

1. Anonymised CV screening to reduce unconscious bias
2. Optional EDI-informed applications
3. Structured interview techniques for fair candidate assessment
4. Diverse interview panels to ensure multiple perspectives

EDI Strategy Consulting

1. Assessment of your current EDI landscape
2. Development of tailored EDI recruitment strategies
3. Guidance on creating inclusive job descriptions and employer branding

Inclusive Onboarding Support

1. Advice on creating welcoming environments for diverse hires
2. Mentorship program recommendations
3. Employee resource group development assistance

EDI Training for Hiring Managers

1. Unconscious bias awareness workshops
2. Inclusive leadership training
3. Cultural competence development

EDI Metrics and Reporting

1. Establishment of EDI recruitment KPIs
2. Regular reporting on diversity hiring outcomes
3. Support with diversity-related regulatory requirements

Compliance and Legal Guidance

1. Ensuring adherence to equal opportunity laws
2. Advice on positive action initiatives where appropriate
3. Support with diversity-related regulatory requirements

By partnering with Careers4Change, you’re not just filling positions – you’re building a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace that drives innovation and success.

Contact us today to discuss how we can tailor our EDI recruitment services to meet your organisation’s unique needs and goals.