Assistant DEI and Talent Manager

Last Date to Apply: 8th October, 2025

Employment Type: This is a full-time position.

Grade: This is a grade C position. (contract for 8 months)

Location: This role is based in Islamabad, Pakistan. (Hybrid)

About the role:

We are looking for a mid-level professional to provide maternity cover for the Culture, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), and Talent portfolio. The role requires strong operational delivery, excellent communication skills, and the confidence to engage with stakeholders across the organization. The successful candidate will ensure seamless continuation of key initiatives, from planning and coordination to execution and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Culture & Engagement
• Lead the delivery of employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and culture-building activities.
• Partner with internal teams to coordinate events, campaigns, and workshops.
• Measure participation, gather feedback, and report on impact.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
• Support the rollout and communication of DEI initiatives.
• Prepare stakeholder presentations, briefing packs, and awareness content.
• Track progress against DEI goals and contribute to reporting.
• Talent Development
• Coordinate and support talent and learning programs, including training sessions and employee development initiatives.
• Manage scheduling, communications, and logistics for talent-related activities.
• Collect and analyze feedback to support program improvements.
• Operational & Communication Support
• Prepare and deliver presentations for leadership and employees.
• Maintain trackers, dashboards, and reports to monitor progress and outcomes.
• Confidently represent the function in meetings and follow up on action points.

What we are looking for?

Education: Minimum Bachelors Degree in Business Studies, HR or Marketing

Work Experience: 

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in HR, employee engagement, DEI, or learning & development roles.
• Proven experience in coordinating programs, projects, or campaigns with measurable outcomes.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders is an advantage.

Functional Skills/Knowledge Areas:

• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with confidence in creating and delivering presentations.
• Stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through.
• Proactive, resourceful, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word); familiarity with collaboration platforms (MS Teams, SharePoint, etc.).

Why should you join us at Telenor?

At Telenor Pakistan, we're more than just a workplace-we're a community where learning and growth are at the core of everything we do. We provide a platform that nurtures your professional and personal development, empowering you to excel in your chosen field and realize your potential in a dynamic, collaborative environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity, fostering an open and flexible environment where new ideas are welcomed.

As a learning organization, we value curiosity and innovation, encouraging hands-on experiences and continuous growth. Our culture, built on Telenor's four guiding behaviors, sets us apart:

• Always Explore:    We believe growth is achieved through daily learning. We encourage you to challenge norms, embrace curiosity, experiment, and learn from every step.
• Create Together:  We know that diverse teams yield the best solutions. By bringing together varied perspectives, we support, share, and help each other succeed.
• Keep Promises:    Trust is essential to all relationships. We take ownership and pride in delivering with accuracy and integrity.
• Be Respectful:      We prioritize empathy and respect, meeting everyone at eye level, listening intently, and showing care.

Join us to be mentored, empowered, and inspired and become part of a team that positively impacts over 40 million lives every day