Senior Diversity Program Manager - Global Inclusion, Diversity & Equity

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 20 Nov 2026

Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

A Day in the Life

Medtronic’s Global Inclusion, Diversity & Equity (GIDE) function advances enterprise priorities through employee Networks and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), strategic partnerships, employee insights, and cross-functional programs. The Senior Diversity Program Manager will help translate this strategy into consistent, measurable programs across the organization.

This is an onsite role (4 days in office, 1 day remote) at our Operational Headquarters (OHQ) in Minneapolis, MN. Other Medtronic locations may be considered.

The Senior Diversity Program Manager leads strategic initiatives supporting Medtronic’s Global Inclusion, Diversity & Equity strategy and enterprise priorities. This role manages Network and Employee Resource Group operations and governance, translates employee insights into action, supports sensitive issue response and risk mitigation, and strengthens external partnerships. The position works across Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Communications, Legal, the Medtronic Foundation, and other stakeholders to deliver measurable outcomes and improve program effectiveness.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead assigned Network and Employee Resource Group strategies, annual plans, governance, leadership succession, onboarding, programming, and accountability.
• Translate employee feedback, survey findings, participation data, and Network and Employee Resource Group insights into action plans, milestones, and measures of success.
• Support responses to emerging events and sensitive employee issues, coordinating escalation and risk mitigation with Human Resources, Legal, Communications, Security, and other stakeholders.
• Manage strategic external partnerships and coordinate conference participation, sponsorships, recruitment activities, and employee development opportunities with Talent Acquisition and Network leaders.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives across Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Centers of Excellence, Talent Cohorts, the Medtronic Foundation, and other partners, managing scope, timelines, dependencies, budgets, and deliverables.
• Measure program performance, partnership outcomes, and quarterly milestones; develop dashboards, leadership updates, and impact stories connecting results to employee and enterprise priorities.
• Partner with GIDE Communications on program communications, social media content, and contributions to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and GIDE reporting.
• Improve program operations through standardized processes, technology, employee feedback, benchmarking, budget management, and resource planning.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of relevant experience OR advanced degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading strategic programs across multiple stakeholders in a complex organization.
• Experience managing employee programs, Networks, Employee Resource Groups, or comparable enterprise employee initiatives.
• Experience using employee, program, or participation data to measure outcomes and inform recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing Network or Employee Resource Group governance, volunteer leaders, and employee engagement programs.
• Experience coordinating sensitive employee issues, escalation processes, or organizational risk mitigation.
• Experience managing external partnerships, conferences, sponsorships, vendors, or related budgets.
• Experience partnering with Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Communications, Legal, or other enterprise functions.
• Experience developing dashboards, leadership reporting, communications, or program impact measures.

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

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Benefits & Compensation
 

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
 

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$151,200.00 - $226,800.00

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This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance,Health Savings Account,Healthcare Flexible Spending Account,Life insurance, Long-term disability leave,Dependent daycare spending account,Tuition assistance/reimbursement, andSimple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match,Short-term disability,Paid time off,Paid holidays,Employee Stock Purchase Plan,Employee Assistance Program,Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns.  Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

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Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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