Global Head of Inclusion

Requisition ID: 41281

Job Location(s): Copenhagen, DK Nordborg, DK

Job Description
Join the Global Talent Team in Group HR as the new Global Head of Inclusion for Danfoss!

At Danfoss, we are committed to driving positive change by fostering a culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. As our Global Head of Inclusion, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and enabling our inclusion strategy to ensure an inclusive and equitable environment for our employees worldwide. You will be an active member of the leadership team in the Global Talent COE, contributing to the impactful role of the COE in supporting the Danfoss strategy.

Additional information:
Reporting line: This position reports to Vice President, Global Head of Talent.
The team you will belong to: Danfoss is moving into a decentralized operating model. This makes our Global Talent Team a truly strategic partner to help keep global coherence in the key talent topics that make Danfoss a great organization. We are a team of Talent experts covering Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Employer Branding, Graduate Programs, Inclusion, Leadership, Development and Talent Development.
Locations: Preferably Copenhagen or Nordborg, in Denmark.
Start date: asap.
People management: Yes.

Job Responsibilities
Contribute to Global Inclusion Direction: Partner with business leaders and HR stakeholders to create and enable forward-thinking global Inclusion direction and initiatives, which drive measurable impact at Danfoss. Develop Global Inclusion policies and Inclusion branding.
Organizational Alignment: Align global Inclusion priorities with business strategy. Align Inclusion ecosystem across the organization, on the key topics that compose the global Inclusion agenda, while effectively enabling the business to drive their local Inclusion agenda.
Thought Leadership: Provide expert advice, insights and innovations to advance Inclusion across the organization, offering actionable solutions to complex challenges.
Cultural Transformation: Nurture an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, contribute, and grow. Help to embed Inclusion in all Talent processes and in the Danfoss Culture.
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): Oversee the impact, connection to the strategy and operating model of ERGs, ensuring they align with organizational goals, foster employee development, enhance community-building, and contribute to an inclusive workplace culture.
ESG Integration: Embed the Inclusion strategy into Danfoss's Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda, reinforcing our commitment to sustainable development.
Metrics & Communication: Establish and report on KPIs to measure program effectiveness and continuously evaluate and improve Inclusion initiatives. Provide outstanding Executive Communication on key Global Inclusion topics.
Global Inclusion Training: Lead the development of global standard Inclusion training programs fostering awareness and Inclusion. Lead the selection of global vendors and the implementation of global partnerships. Design and lead selected high impact initiatives and programs.
People Management: Lead and develop of one Inclusion Specialist. Coordinate and mentor colleagues across the matrix organization.

Background & Skills
What you bring:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, Psychology, or related field (required). Master’s degree or Inclusion certifications (preferred).

Experience and personal attributes:

• 10+ years of experience in global DE&I strategy development and execution, with a preference for experience in large global manufacturing organizations.
• 7+ years in HR or related fields, with expertise in organizational change and talent management.
• Proven track record of leading cultural transformation and aligning Inclusion initiatives with business objectives.
• Experience managing global teams or projects and leveraging data to measure Inclusion impact.
• Extensive experience in stakeholder management, collaborating with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to align Inclusion strategies with business goals and ensure effective execution across regions.
• Proven ability to collaborate in a matrix organization, working across multiple teams, business units and continents to drive Inclusion initiatives and ensure alignment with both global and local business objectives.
• Track record effectively aligning Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and driving ESG integration (preferred).

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

Employee Benefits
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work remotely
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow
At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.