Specialist, Diversity and Inclusion Programs and Projects

JOB SUMMARY

The Equity Secretariat functions as a centre of expertise and is accountable to advance equity and inclusion commitments, policies, Indigenous reconciliation commitments and diversity plans across the organization.
As part of the Equity Secretariat, you will act as a Diversity and Equity/Inclusion Expert, Leader and Facilitator to assist management in the elimination of systemic barriers by ensuring the Corporate compliance with City of Ottawa policies and provincial and/or federal regulations and legislation. You will develop, implement and evaluate corporate Diversity and Inclusion policies and programs to promote a respectful and inclusive workplace and a workforce that is representative of the City/residents that it serves.  
You also: facilitate the planning and implementation of strategic initiatives, community service strategies and activities; act as an internal consultant and resource broker to assist in the development of project concepts, plans and options and lead corporate and departmental projects and initiatives; monitor delivery of coaching (with some delivery) and other capacity-building trainings and initiatives to senior leadership, human resources staff, key stakeholders and all employees to embed diversity and inclusion principles and practices into City activities. 
In addition, you: provide research and analysis to identify trends, interpret assessment results and convert findings into action plans for various initiatives; consult and/or facilitate with other services and key community and/or internal stakeholder groups as required on projects; monitor, evaluate, and recommend improvements to existing Diversity and Inclusion plans as well, as prepare reports for management and Council and make recommendations to facilitate strategic decisions to support various projects and transformational strategies and initiatives for the City that relate to Diversity and Inclusion.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 4 year university degree in Human Resources Management, Social Sciences, Mediation, Conflict Resolution or a related area

Minimum of 5 years of experience directly related to the development and implementation of equity and diversity policies and programs, plus direct experience in client support and delivering diversity training programs

KNOWLEDGE

Ontario Human Rights Code, Canadian Human Rights Act and Employment Equity legislation

• Current related practices of equity, diversity and inclusion in other organizations
• Challenges facing equity-seeking groups in accessing employment and services
• Dispute resolution and mediation
• Importance and benefits of diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Community development, capacity building and inclusive public engagement theory, concepts and practice
• Advanced Research, statistical analysis and report writing techniques and processes
• Project management/Program development and Program evaluation
• Policy research and analysis
• Strategic communications, negotiating
• MS Office including Word, Excel; knowledge of SAP is desirable
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Strategic planning and management principles and techniques

• Plan, develop, organize and implement short- and long-term projects and strategies within an environment of frequently changing priorities
• Project manage concurrent, complex projects on time and within budget
• Plan, organize and carry out assignments, meet deadlines, and prepare reports and recommendations for review at senior levels
• Communicate effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing, to all organizational levels within the City and with representatives of external organizations
• Provide comprehensive information on diversity, inclusion, equity and human rights to diverse audiences, including developing and delivering information sessions and training programs for all levels of staff
• Develop and interpret diversity statistical information and provide reports and analyses
• Ability to assess complex issues/situations and apply effective, creative solutions
• Demonstrated experience in the implementation of strategies to increase inclusion (i.e., education, intervention, programs)
• Ability to identify opportunities to develop and implement initiatives to encourage cultural change
• Display sensitivity and commitment to human rights and equity issues