VP Rights and Inclusion - Sustainability

Accor Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor Group seeks a visionary executive to lead its rights and inclusion agenda across the global hospitality network. Based in Dubai, you will craft and drive a comprehensive human rights strategy and inclusive hospitality programs that integrate into guest journeys, Heartist experiences, and brand operations.

You will oversee a global team, engage with partners and regulators, and report on progress against ambitious sustainability commitments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in social impact or ESG transformation.
• Experience leading globally across regions and multiple brands.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, partnerships and public affairs skills.
• Knowledge of benchmarking and international standards (UN Guiding Principles, ILO, OECD, UN Global Compact).
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead Accor's global human rights and inclusion strategy.
• Develop roadmaps turning commitments into regional/brand actions.
• Oversee human rights training, audits, and worker voice mechanisms.
• Monitor regulatory developments and align with international standards.
• Define KPIs and report progress to stakeholders and leadership.
• Build strategic partnerships with NGOs, public institutions, and industry bodies.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic leadership

Change management

Bilingual English/French

Cross-functional collaboration

Program governance

Job description

VP Rights and Inclusion - Sustainability Job Snapshot Role: VP Rights and Inclusion - Sustainability Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Hospitality Function: Business-Strategic Management Experience: 10 years of professional experience Job Type: Full Time

Position Overview Accor is seeking a VP Rights and Inclusion - Sustainability in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to lead its global strategy for human rights and inclusive hospitality. Reporting to the Chief Sustainability Officer, the role brings together two complementary priorities: integrating human rights considerations across the guest and Heartist journey and advancing hospitality that is accessible and welcoming to all guests. The position leads a dedicated team and works across Accor brands and regions to translate Group commitments into practical initiatives, strengthen regulatory and international standards alignment, build strategic partnerships, and measure progress through clearly defined performance indicators.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Hospitality Function: Business-Strategic Management Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site

Your Role

The VP Rights and Inclusion will shape and implement Accor 's global approach to human rights and inclusive hospitality in alignment with the Group 's sustainability commitments and Hosting Change ambitions. Working with Sustainability, People and Culture, brands, regions, external partners, and other stakeholders, the role will establish roadmaps that turn global commitments into practical actions while supporting Accor 's ethical performance, sustainability priorities, and reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy and Roadmap - Lead Accor 's global strategy and roadmap for human rights and inclusive hospitality.
• Align priorities with Group sustainability commitments and Hosting Change ambitions.
• Translate global commitments into actionable regional and brand-level roadmaps.
• Collaborate with Sustainability and People and Culture teams across the Accor network.
• Guide the integration of rights and inclusion priorities into relevant Group activities and decisions.
• Human Rights - Oversee Accor 's human rights program across the guest and Heartist journey.
• Lead the development and deployment of human rights training, audits, worker voice mechanisms, and response protocols.
• Monitor evolving regulatory requirements and relevant international standards.
• Support consistent implementation of human rights commitments across brands and regions.
• Inclusive Hospitality - Deploy and scale programs designed to make Accor hospitality accessible and welcoming to all guests, including people with disabilities and LGBTQI guests.
• Work with People and Culture teams to support the integration of diversity, equity, and inclusion commitments into Heartist-facing programs.
• Support the reflection of gender equality commitments in relevant talent development programs and Group-level decisions.
• Coordinate initiatives across regions and brands to strengthen inclusive hospitality practices.
• Advocacy and Partnerships - Build strategic relationships with industry peers, NGOs, public institutions, and industry bodies.
• Represent Accor in relevant forums and working groups.
• Contribute to advocacy activities relating to human rights and inclusion.
• Engage internal and external stakeholders to advance the Group 's strategic priorities.
• Performance and Reporting - Define and monitor relevant human rights and inclusion KPIs in collaboration with brands and regions.
• Track performance and use results to steer program development.
• Ensure robust reporting against applicable disclosure requirements and global standards.
• Communicate progress to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support impact measurement and social performance management across relevant initiatives.
• Market Intelligence - Monitor emerging human rights, inclusion, and sustainability developments.
• Assess peer positioning and relevant market trends.
• Use benchmarking and external developments to inform Accor 's strategic approach.
• Maintain awareness of evolving regulatory landscapes and international standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• 10 years of professional experience, including social impact leadership and ESG transformation roles.
• Proven expertise in defining and deploying social impact strategies at scale.
• Demonstrated experience working internationally and managing priorities across multiple regions.
• Strong background in stakeholder engagement, advocacy, partnerships, and public affairs.
• Solid experience in impact measurement and social performance management.
• Comprehensive understanding of sustainability trends and regulatory landscapes.
• Strong knowledge of benchmarking practices and international standards, including the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, ILO Conventions, OECD Guidelines, and UN Global Compact.
• Strategic ability to translate global commitments into actionable regional and brand-level initiatives.
• Demonstrated capability to lead cross-functional teams and drive organizational change.
• Excellent management and interpersonal skills.
• Active listening and pragmatic problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and French.

Why Join Accor

The role offers the opportunity to lead human rights and inclusive hospitality initiatives across an international hospitality group, working with brands, regions, senior stakeholders, external partners, and industry organizations. It provides scope to influence global programs, contribute to sustainability priorities, and help translate strategic commitments into measurable action.

About Accor

Accor is a global hospitality group focused on excellence, integrity, strong governance, innovation, and responsible business practices. The Group supports continued learning and development while working to strengthen sustainability, governance, risk management, and inclusive hospitality across its operations.