Lead Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Employee Networks - Nike
Beaverton, OR
About the Job
Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and dreamers. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
NIKE, Inc.’s uncompromising focus on human potential extends to its workforce. Nike Human Resources teams help attract, retain, and reward the world’s most innovative people by creating programs to help them thrive. They accelerate company growth as stewards of culture, organizational effectiveness, talent and change. The global Human Resources community includes experts in talent planning, talent acquisition, talent development, compensation and benefits, employee relations and more. Together, they develop a motivated, diverse and engaged global team.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Lead, Employee Networks within our DEI team. We need someone who is passionate about amplifying DEI initiatives with a deep understanding of program and client management. This role will serve as a support with high execution, prioritization, and coordination. The ideal candidate will have prior knowledge in D&I, project management, client management and event planning.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
In this role, you will support the operational and engagement strategy as it relates to our Employee Networks (Global UNITED Networks). You will work directly with Network leaders and strategic internal partners in ensuring that this community is supported by the DEI operating model. You will lead data tracking, coordinate and schedule key annual meetings, support event logistics for strategic internal and external moments throughout the year. To best understand business priorities and needs and incorporate other points of view, you will build collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams and partner with DEI Partnerships and Events team, as well as our DEI Leadership and Focused Development.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
This role is embedded in our Programs and Partnerships Team within Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and reporting to the Director, Employee Networks. You will work closely with global cross-functional partners including Communications, Social Community Impact (SCI), Global UNITED Networks, Talent Acquisition, and Business Leaders to drive partnership engagement and program activations. Finally, you will partner with the larger Global DEI team to ensure the strategy is consistent with the broader DEI objectives.
WHAT YOU BRING
+ Bachelor’s Degree plus 6 years of relevant work experience; or a relevant combination of education, skills and experiences.
+ Exposure to business strategy in diversity, equity, and inclusion, talent acquisition and partner/event management
+ Project management and event planning skills
+ Experience working with employee resource groups and/or Affinity Groups in corporate, non-profit and/or academic settings
+ Advanced skills in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
+ Ability to lead multiple time-sensitive projects
+ Strong oral and written communication skills
+ Problem Solving
+ Interpersonal skills and ability to interface with all levels of the organization and external partners
+ Comfortable in dealing with ambiguity
+ Some travel required
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and dreamers. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
NIKE, Inc.’s uncompromising focus on human potential extends to its workforce. Nike Human Resources teams help attract, retain, and reward the world’s most innovative people by creating programs to help them thrive. They accelerate company growth as stewards of culture, organizational effectiveness, talent and change. The global Human Resources community includes experts in talent planning, talent acquisition, talent development, compensation and benefits, employee relations and more. Together, they develop a motivated, diverse and engaged global team.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Lead, Employee Networks within our DEI team. We need someone who is passionate about amplifying DEI initiatives with a deep understanding of program and client management. This role will serve as a support with high execution, prioritization, and coordination. The ideal candidate will have prior knowledge in D&I, project management, client management and event planning.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
In this role, you will support the operational and engagement strategy as it relates to our Employee Networks (Global UNITED Networks). You will work directly with Network leaders and strategic internal partners in ensuring that this community is supported by the DEI operating model. You will lead data tracking, coordinate and schedule key annual meetings, support event logistics for strategic internal and external moments throughout the year. To best understand business priorities and needs and incorporate other points of view, you will build collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams and partner with DEI Partnerships and Events team, as well as our DEI Leadership and Focused Development.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
This role is embedded in our Programs and Partnerships Team within Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and reporting to the Director, Employee Networks. You will work closely with global cross-functional partners including Communications, Social Community Impact (SCI), Global UNITED Networks, Talent Acquisition, and Business Leaders to drive partnership engagement and program activations. Finally, you will partner with the larger Global DEI team to ensure the strategy is consistent with the broader DEI objectives.
WHAT YOU BRING
+ Bachelor’s Degree plus 6 years of relevant work experience; or a relevant combination of education, skills and experiences.
+ Exposure to business strategy in diversity, equity, and inclusion, talent acquisition and partner/event management
+ Project management and event planning skills
+ Experience working with employee resource groups and/or Affinity Groups in corporate, non-profit and/or academic settings
+ Advanced skills in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
+ Ability to lead multiple time-sensitive projects
+ Strong oral and written communication skills
+ Problem Solving
+ Interpersonal skills and ability to interface with all levels of the organization and external partners
+ Comfortable in dealing with ambiguity
+ Some travel required
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.
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