Job description
There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.
John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Johnston
Function: Human Resources
Title: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program Manager - 92959
Onsite/Remote:Remote Position
This position is eligible for remote work at the present time. The arrangemnet may be delayed for training or other job acclimation purposes and remains subject to change.
Your Responsibilities
As a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Program Manager for John Deere Financial (JDF) Worldwide Headquarters located in Johnston, IA, you will support and help drive execution of JDF’s highest priority DEI initiatives and programs, with a keen focus on increasing representation of underrepresented groups. In addition, you will:
Partner with the JDF executive team and global DEI leadership across JDF to ensure alignment with DEI principles- Serve as a key advisor and coach on DEI-related issues at all levels and provide guidance and advice for executive team members and global DEI leadership teams
- Communicate and collaborate with existing DEI groups and other individuals who have been leading DEI work internally, to ensure clarity of purpose, efficacy, and coordination across efforts
- Deliver and facilitate training and group discussion opportunities for employees globally on DEI topics
- Identify, build, and sustain strategic partnerships with community and diversity organizations
- Proactively monitor best practices and internal/external DEI trends and translate those into practical and actionable recommendations
- Track and report on DEI progress utilizing metrics and data to measure success and drive accountability
VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available for this position.
What Skills You Need
Ability to build a broad network of productive and strong working relationships at all levels of the organization and work effectively with ethnically/culturally/socio-economically diverse populations and organizations- Leadership strength with an ability to effectively influence colleagues at all levels on our global team
- Creative problem solver that can bring innovative solutions to drive change and in a large, global matrixed organization
- A demonstrated ability to dive into tough jobs and get things done
- Excellent organizational skills and an ability to balance diplomacy and pushing the envelope/speaking out
- Outstanding communication skills (verbal, facilitation, written and presentation) exhibited at all levels with the organization, with proven experience navigating difficult and sensitive conversations
- Ability to travel up to 25%
What Makes You Stand Out
Meaningful skills in diversity, equity and inclusion, human resources, talent development, organizational development, or related field- Experience using data to generate insights and identify root causes, building short and long-term plans and drive meaningful action
Education
Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
What You'll Get
At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
- Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension)
- Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
- Adoption assistance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Tuition assistance
- Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
- Charitable contribution match
- Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
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The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.
The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.
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The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
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