Nvent
Foundation&SustainabilitySpecialist
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“Foundation & Sustainability Specialist at Nvent. Skills: Foundation growth, Sustainability growth, Employee engagement. Serve as first point of contact for employee. Develop and implement global employee volunteer and giving”
What You'll Achieve.
Drive participation in giving; Continuously improve utilization
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 1-3 years of experience in sustainability, corporate philanthropy, community engagement, non-profit or related role, Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information, Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, Organization skills, Ability to lead volunteer teams, Ability to drive multiple priorities
Nice to Have
Knowledge of sustainability standards, topics, and industry trends is helpful
What You'll Do.
Serve as first point of contact for employee
Develop and implement global employee volunteer and giving
Develop communication strategies for programs
Develop advocacy strategies for programs
Partner with internal teams on programs
Work with nVent Foundation Champions to drive participation
Work with Employee Resource Groups to drive participation
Work with other employee groups to drive participation
Use data to track and continuously improve utilization
Conduct research and benchmarking for initiatives
Bring guidelines and innovation to initiatives
Support the annual Sustainability Report
Support investor-related sustainability survey submissions
Manage Employee Relief Fund activities
Participate in networking opportunities to stay current on
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with all levels of the organization; Partnership with internal teams; Work with nVent Foundation Champions; Work with Employee Resource Groups; Work with other employee groups
Communication Scope
Presentation skills; Interpersonal skills
Process & Methodology
Drive multiple priorities
Full Job Description
We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. This is a great opportunity to join a growing global organization and support nVent’s philanthropic and sustainability activities. This role will be part of the Inclusion and Diversity (I&D) team. The I&D team at nVent is responsible for creating and sustaining an inclusive environment that fosters business growth and is instrumental in reinforcing our culture and why we believe nVent is a great place to work. The successful candidate will play a key role in championing the growth of our philanthropic and sustainability initiatives. This role is a perfect fit for someone who enjoys planning and implementing strategies to drive foundation & sustainability growth, engaging with a variety of people, and working in a team environment. Reporting to the Foundation & Sustainability Manager, this role will collaborate with all levels of the organization. **WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:** * Serve as first point of contact for employee questions related to nVent Foundation giving programs and software platform. * Develop and implement global employee volunteer and giving programs, including communication and advocacy strategies, in partnership with internal teams such as communications, talent acquisition, and branding. * Work with nVent Foundation Champions, Employee Resource Groups, and other employee groups to drive participation in giving programs; use data to track and continuously improve utilization. * Conduct research and benchmarking to bring guidelines and innovation to Foundation and Sustainability initiatives. * Support the annual Sustainability Report and investor-related sustainability survey submissions such as MSCI, ISS, and Sustainalytics. * Manage Employee Relief Fund activities. * Participate in networking oppor
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