Job Description

Position Snapshot

Business area:

Nestle Canada Inc.

Location:

North York, ON located at 25 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M2N 6S8; Hybrid

A little bit about us

While Nestle is known for KitKat, Gerber, Nescafe, and Haagen-Dazs, our recipe for success comes down to one thing: our people.
We strive to lead a people-focused culture that empowers employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. There are 3,000+ members of Nestle Canada celebrated for taking action using agility, courage, and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. We're a team of changemakers, who are curious and challenge the status quo, that take risks that will help drive us forward.
Our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you. We know that empowerment leads to strong employee engagement, a great work culture, and motivated employees.

What to Expect:

We are looking for a

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Specialist

based at our

North York office

reporting into the

Sr. Manager, Talent Acquisition, Inclusion & Belonging.

Under the leadership of the Sr. Manager, this role is responsible for implementing the Nestle Canada DE&I Roadmap and engagement initiatives which includes training and events. They will work closely with the DE&I Council, the Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), HR, Corporate Affairs and other groups in the organization to create and foster a culture of inclusion within the Canadian market while driving our initiatives. They will also be responsible for project coordination, reporting and logistics related to all DE&I Programming.

A day in the life:

Lead the implementation of the Nestle Canada DE&I Roadmap, ensuring alignment across all HR practices and functional areas, including Procurement, Marketing, and Sales. Serve as a resource and advisor to employee resource groups and functional business leaders on DE&I-related matters, providing guidance and support. Conduct assessments, analyze data and develop appropriate dashboards to measure the efficiency of DE&I initiatives and identify areas for improvement. Facilitate training and workshops on diversity, equity, and inclusion topics for employees at all levels. Build reports and presentations for leadership and collaborators to share progress and outcomes of DE&I initiatives. Establish and sustain external partnerships and outreach programs related to DE&I, as well as manage recognition initiatives such as awards for diversity excellence. Stay informed on industry trends, standard processes, and legal requirements associated with diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Role Requirements

Minimum of 3 years experience working specifically on Diversity & Inclusion projects and HR related programming. Proven experience in developing and implementing successful DEI programs and initiatives. Ability to analyze data and metrics to drive decision-making and measure impact. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of current legislative and regulatory aspects of DE&I [human rights, employment standards] and DEI principles, practices, and trends. Proven agility in utilizing technology, tools and digital platforms.

Benefits

Comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one of employment Company matched pension plan Three weeks of Vacation and five personal days (Personal Paid Holidays) Flexible and hybrid work arrangements Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company Access to Educational Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement Bonus eligibility Gender affirmation benefits to ensure access to necessary care, resources, and coverage for gender-affirming procedures Fertility Services and Surrogacy Medical Coverage to support the pursuit of a path to parenthood regardless of medical conditions, gender or sexual orientation Adoption benefits to remove some of the financial barriers associated with adoption Up to 50% off - Nespresso Coffee Machine, Capsules and accessories Access to the Discount Company store with Nestle, Nespresso, and Purina products (Located across various Nestle offices/sites) Additional discounts on a variety of products and services offered by our preferred vendors and partnerships

What you need to know

We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don't delay in submitting your application.

Nestle Canada is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome qualified applicants to bring their diverse and unique experiences as a result of their education, perspectives, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Nestle will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.

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