Equality, Diversity&Inclusion Leader

You see things a little differently. So do we. Leadership at IKEA is simple, clear and humble. We’re not fans of bureaucracy and complicated hierarchy. We invest in your passions and encourage you to grow with them. Come see things a little differently with us.

• As a person you are passionate about people, diversity and inclusion and you are motivated to contribute to create a diverse and inclusive organisation.
• You act as an ambassador for the IKEA values, you are aware what the IKEA brand means and how it should be incorporated in everything what IKEA does.
• You have a real interest in what is happening within the market, globally and locally and enjoy working in a vibrant and changing multi-dimensional environment.
• You have ability to implement long-term plans, set budgets and goals.
• You know equality policies and standards in the entire supply chain, how to work with equality in a systematic way, making it a competitive advantage that contributes to positive change in society.
• You have expertise in cultural diversity in the workplace, including all dimensions of diversity as well as how to integrate diversity into all business practices, how to create an inclusive culture with supportive infrastructures and inclusive behaviours that enable co-workers to be themselves.
• You demonstrate general leadership ability and effectiveness in handling multiple priorities, initiatives, interfaces and tasks.
• You know how to work independently, take own initiatives and responsibility.
• You express ideas and opinions effectively - with ability to influence and inspire.
• You actively acquire new knowledge and skills to remain current with and/or grow beyond job requirements and develop virtual and other collaborative relationships to facilitate current and future objectives.
• For this role we believe you have minimum 2 years of experience in Human Resources, minimum 1 year of experience in Diversity, Equality & Inclusion or similar topics and experience from at organisation and/or participating in projects.

In the role as Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Leader, you are responsible for establishing IKEA as a diverse and inclusive organisation, where everyone feels welcomed, respected, supported and valued. You need to adapt the global Diversity & Inclusion plan to address local needs and implement it in the organisation and support the Diversity & Inclusion ambassadors in your organisation.

• Influence the consideration and the integration of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion into the business
• Work as the country contact for all aspects related to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, including supporting the Diversity & Inclusion Network
• Co-create with the Group Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Centre of Expertise, to establish a solid Equality, Diversity & Inclusion approach
• Proactively collect and share country Equality, Diversity & Inclusion needs with the Centre of Expertise
• Implement Group Equality, Diversity & Inclusion agenda in the local organisation and contributes in other projects related to Equality in the country
• Adapt supporting materials to local needs, including the Diversity and Inclusion Approach Toolkit and support specific dimensions of diversity in the country
• Network with stakeholders across the country organisation to proactively support integration of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in all functions
• Ensure up-to-date knowledge about market trends, latest developments and best practises in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the country
• Collaborate with external organisations focused on Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in the country
• Serve as a role model and an ambassador to the IKEA Diversity and Inclusion purpose, impacting our customers, co-workers and society
• Secure Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is a part of leadership and competence development and approaches to build competence across the organisation

In this role you will report to the Country Co-worker Experience Manager.

• that you would stay with us for a longer time - we provide a contract of employment,
• that you would develop and build your skill with us – together we will create a development path that will suit your needs,
• to ensure the safety of you and your family - we provide medical care, Pension Plan and Accident Insurance,
• to appreciate your achievements,
• to give you the opportunity to choose additional benefits ex. cafeteria programme (including eg. Multisport card).