Culture and DEI Lead
Quick answer
World Resources Institute (WRI) is hiring a hybrid Culture and DEI Lead based in Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda, or the Netherlands (paying €87k-€109k in the Netherlands) to drive global inclusion and organizational change.
- Role
- Culture and DEI Lead
- Organization
- World Resources Institute (WRI)
- Location
- Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda, or the Netherlands (Hybrid)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- €87,000–€109,000 (if based in the Netherlands); locally determined market rates for Kenya, Ethiopia, and Rwanda.
- Category
- Human Resources
- Apply by
- 2026-07-15
The role
The World Resources Institute (WRI) is seeking a strategic leader to drive its global culture and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) agenda. This role involves developing organizational strategies, embedding inclusive practices into people systems, and facilitating change management across a diverse, international workforce. The position requires strong leadership skills to manage a team of culture and DEI professionals while collaborating with senior global stakeholders. It is a hybrid role based in Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda, or the Netherlands.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement global culture and DEI strategies aligned with organizational values.
- Embed inclusive practices into core people processes like recruitment and performance management.
- Manage and mentor the Culture Advisor and DEI Manager.
- Facilitate organizational dialogues and learning interventions to improve leadership accountability.
- Monitor global trends and internal metrics to measure the impact of culture initiatives.
What it takes
- Extensive experience in global DEI, organizational development, or people strategy within complex organizations.
- Proven track record in implementing organization-wide culture change initiatives.
- Experience managing teams in a distributed or global environment.
- Strong ability to translate qualitative and quantitative data into actionable insights.
- Fluency in English; existing work authorization in the chosen office location is mandatory.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Access to WRI global network, training and career development opportunities, generous leave days that increase with tenure, and a pension plan.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a remote role?
This is a hybrid position that requires a minimum of 8 days per month in the office at one of the WRI locations in Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda, or the Netherlands.
What is the salary for this role?
If based in the Netherlands, the salary is €87,000–€109,000 excluding an 8% holiday allowance; salaries for the other locations are based on local market conditions.
When is the deadline to apply?
Applications must be submitted by July 15, 2026, though the process may close early if a high volume of qualified applications is received.
Does WRI provide visa support?
No, WRI is unable to support visa applications, and all candidates must possess existing work authorization for their chosen location.
How to apply
Apply directly on World Resources Institute (WRI)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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