Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
The Role
Your role
The Director, Kinship @ Kyndryl for Strategic Initiatives plays a key role in shaping and sustaining a workplace where employees feel included, supported, and able to thrive. Strategic Initiatives Leaders design, implement,monitor, and continuously improve global Kinship @ Kyndryl offeringsthat align with Kyndryl’s business needs and long-term vision. They collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence to ensure offerings reflect Kinship@ Kyndrylprinciples.They alsowork closely with Regional Kinship @ Kyndryl leaders, providing updates onofferings and enabling them to consult with their regional customers. Strategic Initiatives Leaders depend on Regional Leaders for feedback on offering performance and local needs, using these insights to inform future design and enhancements.
Strategic Initiatives Leaders report to the VP, Global Kinship @ Kyndryl and work in close partnership with HR Centers of Excellence, Regional Kinship @ Kyndryl leaders, and other HR and business stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Program Development
Identifyopportunities for new or enhanced Kinship @ Kyndryl offeringsthat support Kyndryl’s business strategy and vision
Define short-term and long-term milestones for global initiatives.
Ensure all initiatives and programs align with company goals andmission
Design, launch,refine, andoversee global Kinship @ Kyndrylprograms and offerings from concept to completion
Develop scalable solutions that can be tailored by Regional Leaders for local engagement.
Project Management & Performance Monitoring
Manage budgets, timelines, and deliverables for multiple initiatives
Oversee project teams, ensuring accountability and progress towardobjectives
Monitor program implementation and ensure consistent quality and impact
Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting tools to track progress, measure impact, anddemonstratevalue
Analyze program data and feedback toidentifytrends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams (HR, business units, Centers of Excellence, etc.) to ensure alignment and effective execution of strategic goals
Partner with HR Centers of Excellence to ensure offerings reflect best practices and are fully integrated with enterprise processes
Work closely with senior leadership and other stakeholders to drive projects forward and communicate progress
Educate Regional Kinship @ Kyndryl leaderson new and existing offerings, enabling them to create customized strategicplans for their countries/regions
Build andmaintainstrategic partnerships with external organizations and customers to enhance Kinship @ Kyndryl offerings, ensuring programs reflect industry best practices and meet the evolving needs of both internal and external stakeholders.
Analysis, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
Conduct research and perform analysis to identify best practices and support strategic decision-making
Create clear, actionable reports for leadership and stakeholders
Activelysolicitand incorporate feedback from Regional Kinship @ Kyndryl leadersregardingoffering performance and local needs
Use insights from the field to inform future offering design and enhancements
Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.
Who You Are
Required skills and experience
Preferred skills and experience
Being You
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
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We have the world’s best talent that design, run, and manage the most advanced and reliable technology infrastructure each day. Together, we think holistically about the health of these vital technology ecosystems.
We are a focused, independent company that builds on our foundation of excellence by creating systems in new ways. Bringing in the right partners, investing in our business, and working side-by-side with our customers to unlock potential. We're raising the bar.
Our experience speaks for itself: We have tens of thousands of highly skilled employees around the world serving most of the Fortune 100 companies. But our purpose is what drives us: Advancing the vital systems that power human progress. Because when a digital ecosystem is healthy, it can more readily adapt and support continuous growth and that opens up a world of possibility for everyone.
Together, we are the heart of progress.