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Actions for medium-sized organisations

This segment presents a range of actions and steps to implement them which should act as a starting point when medium-sized organisations are considering how to make meaningful EDI improvements. Approximate time frames are included to provide additional context, however timescales will depend on your specific circumstances. Initial suggestions have also been made to consider which areas of the business might need to have overall responsibility for each of the action points.

We strongly encourage all organisations to align EDI with business strategy, but the particulars of that will be as varied as your businesses. It is important to note that EDI requires commitment and it is often better to choose a few key actions to focus on and embed fully, rather than rush to do too much at once.

Action plan table

Foundational - consider this action a priority and critical to success
Enhanced - this will help take your organisation's EDI to the next level

 

An action plan table for medium-sized organisations within the Green industry
Action Steps to implementation Suggested responsibility Approximate timeframe required Foundational or Enhanced
Commitment and collaboration Learn about EDI and how it applies to your sector Executives / Leadership Ongoing Foundational
  Embed EDI into your business plan as a strategic priority Executives / Leadership / EDI Lead 1 - 3 months Foundational
  Collect data on the diversity of your workforce HR Team / EDI Lead Annually Foundational
  Engage with other industry organisations and trade unions to access advice and support on EDI Executives / EDI Lead Ongoing Foundational
  Publish pay gap reports HR Manager / EDI Lead Annually Enhanced
  Host, sponsor or attend outreach events to Employee Resource Groups and underrepresented networks in your location Recruitment Team Quarterly Enhanced
Engagement and recruitment Build a plan or strategy to attract and recruit diverse talent, such as using minority-focused recruiters Talent team Annually Foundational
  Follow inclusive recruitment best practices Talent team / EDI Lead Consistently Foundational
  Ensure all interns and staff are paid at least the London Living Wage (LLW) Recruitment team Consistently Foundational
  Work with diverse intern, apprenticeship or access partners Talent team / EDI Lead Annually Foundational
  Engage with training and education providers to improve opportunities for underrepresented groups Head of Talent Consistently Enhanced
  Use a contextual recruitment system to broaden access by taking into account your job candidate’s background Talent team / EDI Lead Consistently Enhanced
Retention and progression Review your promotions process to eliminate bias HR Team / EDI Lead Quarterly Foundational
  Organise regular check-ins with employees to discuss Individual Development Plans and wellbeing Learning and Development Lead / HR Team Quarterly Foundational
  Publish your organisation’s pay scales internally and externally Board members / HR Team Annually Foundational
  Connect existing staff from underrepresented groups to new ‘green’ job progression opportunities  Line managers / HR Team / Learning and Development Ongoing Enhanced
  Set up mentoring arrangements for employees from underrepresented groups HR Team Annually Enhanced
Building an inclusive culture Review your employee policies annually to ensure they reflect EDI best practice HR Team / EDI Lead Annually Foundational
  Ensure your employees have access to (internal or external) HR Leadership Consistently Foundational
  Discuss EDI and upskill your organisation on EDI best practice Learning and Development team / EDI Lead Monthly Foundational
  Ensure your team and social events are inclusive HR Team / EDI Lead Consistently Foundational
  Support your employees to set up an Employee Resource Group (ERG) and report findings/suggestions to senior leaders and managers Board members / HR Team Quarterly Enhanced
Suppliers Incorporate EDI as part of your contract requirements for procurement Procurement team / EDI Lead Consistently Foundational
  Make a proactive effort to seek out and work with diverse suppliers Procurement team / EDI Lead Consistently Foundational