The Officer provides expert advice and guidance, drawing on their extensive understanding of the dynamics of discrimination, cultural diversity, and current issues in the field of equity and inclusivity. To cultivate a supportive and inclusive work environment for all employees, the Officer acts as a regulator for diversity and inclusion issues and will work with Human Resources to ensure legislative compliance and employment law regulations are followed and implementing best practices to support an inclusive work environment.
Building strong partnerships and collaborate relationships with local leaders, staff, stakeholders, organizations, businesses, community members, and residents to advance common priorities and access to services is core to the role.
Requires an individual who has an Honours degree in social sciences, health, public administration, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years progressive work experience developing, managing, and implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies and programs or equivalent, preferably in the public sector. Proven project management, development, implementation, evaluation, and performance measurement abilities. Effective and inclusive community development, capacity building, communications, public engagement, facilitation, and presentation skills. Ability to interpret legislation and have a strong understanding of the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Ontario’s Human Rights Code, Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and related legislation. A comprehensive understanding and knowledge of race and racism, anti-oppression, anti-racism, anti-discrimination and social movements and their associated impacts. Demonstrated understanding of racism and intersectionality, namely how racism intersects with other identities including gender identity, sex, religion, sexual orientation, ability/disability, family status, etc.
Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, communication, and computer skills are essential, with the ability to handle sensitive, emotional, or political issues with tact and good judgement. Experience researching, developing, and implementing plans that collect, analyze, and validate quantitative and qualitative data/reports from various sources. Demonstrated background in policy and procedure development, developing training, facilitating committees, and writing reports. Advanced computer skills and abilities in data management utilizing Office software such as Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Office, Teams, and Word. Ability to work independently under pressure, in an environment of rapid change and multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and budget limitations.
$86,674 - $94,740
