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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 visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

The Director, Global DEI Operations is a strategic partner and operational leader responsible for maximizing the effectiveness, impact, and alignment of NIKE’s global DEI organization. This role leads planning, operational capabilities, insights, and execution across DEI initiatives, ensuring clarity of business objectives, optimized resource allocation, and measurable outcomes. The Director will collaborate closely with DEI leadership, People Analytics, HR, Legal, and Communications teams.

Who You’ll Work With

• DEI Leadership Team and Senior Director, Global DEI Operations and Partnerships
• People Analytics, HR Business Partners, Legal, and Communications
• ERGs, regional DEI teams, and external stakeholders
• Senior executives, including C-Suite, for strategic presentations and reporting

Who We’re Looking For

• Strategic thinker with deep DEI knowledge and strong business acumen
• Proven experience in operations, planning, and executive-level communications
• Strong program and project management skills with attention to detail
• Experience in Chief of Staff or similar strategic roles preferred
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• Skilled in data analysis, storytelling, and stakeholder engagement
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field 
• Minimum 10 years of directly relevant experience
• Experience working with senior executives and cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and data visualization tools

 

What You’ll Work On

Enable the Strategy

• Build operational capabilities, infrastructure, rhythms, and planning frameworks that allow DEI strategy to scale and succeed.
• Deliver insights, dashboards, and scorecards that measure impact and guide decisions.
• Create and maintain playbooks, toolkits, and operating rhythms.
• Track and report on key performance indicators and strategic effectiveness.
• Ensure systems, partnerships, and access are in place to make DEI accessible and actionable for all teams.

Elevate the Storytelling

• Craft compelling, data-driven narratives that make DEI work visible, resonant, and aligned with NIKE’s brand and values.
• Lead the development and delivery of executive presentations, business review decks, and internal/external communications.
• Support enterprise-wide DEI visibility and engagement through storytelling platforms.

Operations & Execution

• Oversee global DEI operations, including process optimization and budget management.
• Ensure seamless coordination across DEI initiatives and geographies.
• Support readiness and activation efforts across retail, DCs, and corporate teams.
• Track and monitor progress vis a vis measures of success 

Leadership & Enablement

• Lead and develop a high-performing team 
• Facilitate communication flow and alignment across the DEI team.
• Prepare DEI leadership for key meetings, public appearances, and board engagements.
• Manage priorities and workflows to focus on critical initiatives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

 

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

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What You Can Expect

OUR HIRING GAME PLAN

01 Apply

Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.

02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment

If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete.  No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.

03 Interview

Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.

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