AddressAbout us
At Officeworks we make bigger things happen. Our customers, our team, and our community are our heart and soul. And if our brilliant people have taught us anything, it is that we can do all kinds of incredible things, each and every day.
Fast paced. Innovative. Inspiring. With close to 10000 team members and a national footprint of more than 170 retail stores Australia wide – we’re focused on delivering a wide range, low price and great service. We’re about inspiring new ideas and thinking outside the box. We’re about kicking goals, having a laugh and pushing each other. We are about being rewarded and supported. We’re about teaching a customer something new and supporting the community. We’re about making a difference.
About the role
We are looking for a passionate Diversity and Inclusion Manager to work together with our team and leaders on our goal of Officeworks being a place where our team and community feel valued and belong. Reporting directly to the Head of People Capability and Experience, you’ll be at the forefront of building and delivering our Diversity and Belonging strategy and your influence will be critical in leading and delivering initiatives that drive change and foster an ongoing culture of inclusivity.
What you'll do:
- Develop and Execute: Lead the development and execution of the Officeworks' Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging strategy and play a key role in supporting the achievement our People and Planet Positive Plan and the Wesfarmers Elevate Reconciliation Action Plan
- Build Partnerships: Work collaboratively and build relationships with our team members, managers, Senior Leaders and Leadership team as well as establish partnerships with key external community partners to implement strategies and deliver outcomes that supports the attraction, retention and careers of our diverse team and enables our broad range of customers to have the best experience whilst shopping at Officeworks.
- Educate and Inspire: Use your subject matter expertise to champion diversity through engaging communications, education, team member and leadership development and events across Officeworks.
- Measure Success: Proactively track, report and analyse D&I metrics and progress to enhance our programs and support decision-making. This also includes the completion of board and organisational reporting.
- Lead by Example: Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to your team and broader team members, while championing a culture of respect, inclusivity, and safety.
We offer great flexibility working in a hybrid working model, where you will be in the office 2-3 days per week and the rest of your week from home.
About you
You are a commercial thinker with a genuine passion for creating inclusive environments. With previous experience creating and executing diversity and inclusion strategies, you have an ability to project manage and execute programs that drive change and impact across a large organisation. You will be comfortable to influence and present to senior stakeholders and building great relationships across a complex business is a natural strength for you.
Key Attributes:
- Strategic Mindset: You can see the big picture, have great ideas but also able to translate them into actionable plans with data and insights to support.
- Change Leader: You thrive on driving change and managing projects that deliver lasting impact.
- Relationship Builder: You have excellent interpersonal skills and can build and foster strong, positive relationships.
- Communicator: Your verbal and written communication skills are top-notch.
Educational Background:
A tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business, Commerce, or Psychology is preferred.
Our culture
It’s all in a day’s work when you’re part of the Officeworks community – where you’re not defined by who you are, but what you can do. We celebrate our teams’ uniqueness by offering the below to the Officeworks family:
- An inclusive, diverse, and supportive environment.
- Flexible working arrangements to best support your individual needs.
- A key focus on wellbeing and safety.
- Generous discounts at Officeworks, Bunnings, Kmart, Target and Catch.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to progress your career.
- Industry leading Growing Families policy.
At Officeworks, we operate best when our team represents the communities we serve. We proudly commit to providing a safe and supportive work environment for everyone. We actively encourage applications from all candidates, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people with disabilities.
Officeworks is a ‘Circle Back Initiative’ employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
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