Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisor - FT/Permanent
Location
Markham, ON | Canada
Job description
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisor - FT Permanent
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Equity Advisor is responsible for providing leadership in developing, implementing and coordinating initiatives that support and advance diversity, equity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives at 360°kids. This will include working with staff, leadership, the Board, funders and community partners on EDI initiatives including the implementation of the Equity Plan.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of initiatives that advances equity initiatives across 360°kids.
- Lead and coordinate the implementation of EDI strategies across 360°kids.
- Participate in initiatives across the sector that promotes and advances equity for diverse youth client populations.
- Support the implementation of targeted equity initiatives including anti-Black racism programming, 2SLGBTQ+ and indigenous supports.
- Participate in initiatives that build their own knowledge of current and evidence-informed practices related to EDI.
- Work with and support the engagement of consultants who are advising the organization on EDI matters.
- Make recommendation to the management team on relevant training opportunities to help build the knowledge, awareness and capacity of staff around EDI matters.
- Coordinate and facilitate staff training to build organizational capacity.
- Support with the coordination and facilitation of workshops for youth.
- Consult with relevant stakeholders to support the development and implementation of EDI programs and activities.
- Develop funding proposals to support the implementation of EDI initiatives.
- Develop and provide reports and related information as required to the Executive team, Board of Directors, other designated organizations, and appropriate regulatory agencies.
- Other duties as required.
Education and skills required:
- Significant experience (3+ years) leading EDI initiatives whether as a staff role or as a consultant.
- An undergraduate degree or diploma in the Human Services (Psychology, Social Work, Gender studies, etc. ) or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in project planning, communication, and execution.
- Experience working with homeless and/or at-risk populations of youth.
- Current vulnerable sector screening.
- Excellent communication, facilitation skills, and interpersonal skills including superior presentation and public speaking skills.
- Subject matter expert in various topics pertaining to equity, diversity and inclusion gained through either study, practical experience of leading and supporting EDI initiatives or a combination of both.
- Relationship building and management skills, with sensitivity and tact, to build and maintain effective relationships with peers, staff, partners, government, funders, and other stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience with MS Office with the ability to prepare and write reports/records and maintain same.
- Ability to effectively perform job duties with minimum supervision.
- Ability to work as a team member in a dynamic, complex environment and organize time and workload effectively with demonstrated problem-solving ability.
- Knowledge of human rights code, investigation and conflict mediation skills.
360°kids is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity in the workplace and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 360°kids offer accommodation for applicants in our recruitment process, if you are contacted regarding a job opportunity please advise if you require accommodation.
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$80k per year
