Director, DEI Partnerships

n experience in partnership management, program development, and cross-functional collaboration

• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills

• Experience leading teams and driving enterprise alignment

• Skilled in data-driven decision-making and impact measurement

• Excellent communicator and influencer

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, HR, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of experience, education, and training.

• 10+ years of experience in partnership management, DEI, or related field

• Experience working with senior executives and diverse stakeholders

• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams

What You'll Work On

Activate the Partnerships & Enablers

• Develop and implement a comprehensive partnership strategy anchored to Nike's DEI priorities and HR strategies.

• Cultivate and manage relationships with external organizations, internal business teams to unlock resources, amplify impact, and connect DEI work to business and community goals.

• Create and maintain playbooks, toolkits, and operating rhythms for partnership activation, ensuring systems and access are in place for all teams.

• Grow Brand Loyalty: Collaborate on premium, inclusive community experiences and external partnerships that deepen brand trust and authentic connection.

• Power DEI with Data & Rigor: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to measure partnership impact, monitor industry trends, and provide data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.

Leadership & Enablement

• Lead, coach, and develop the Partnerships team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.

• Monitor industry trends and identify new partnership opportunities that align with DEI strategy and business goals.

• Report on key performance indicators and provide data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.

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