Job Description

What makes you great for this role?
You are a results-driven individual who demonstrates strong expertise in equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism (EDIA) with a strategic approach to advising on policy development. You have a keen ability at providing proactive guidance, fostering an inclusive culture, and collaborating with diverse teams to develop processes and policies. 

We have: 

• A team of highly skilled, dedicated and collaborative staff
• Leadership that supports you
• An enterprise that embraces change
• A work environment that has flexible work locations (including remote), hours of work and overall employee wellness support

You have: 

• Post-secondary education in a related discipline such as human rights and equity, humanities, social sciences or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• At least 5 years demonstrated experience in equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, or a related field, focusing on policy development and implementation that reflects EDIA principles
• Strong understanding of EDIA policy issues (e.g., social policy, environmental policy, health policy)
• Familiarity with research methods and data analysis techniques
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for conveying complex ideas clearly
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess policies and make recommendations
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse internal partners and build relationships
• Adaptability to changing priorities and evolving policy landscapes
• Understanding and commitment to EDIA principles in policy development

Nice to have: 

• Certification in EDIA or related fields (e.g., DEI certification, HR certification)
• Proficiency in relevant software for data analysis, policy modeling, and presentation (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, statistical analysis tools)

What you will do: 

• Conduct policy research on EDIA initiatives, analyzing trends and identifying opportunities for advancement
• Develop, update, and support the implementation of policies to promote equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism
• Evaluate existing policies and emerging social issues, providing strategic recommendations to senior management on enhancing EDIA practices
• Support the development and communication of EDIA policies both internally and externally
• Facilitate discussions and decision-making with diverse partners to gather input, build consensus, and drive the development and implementation of EDIA initiatives and policies aligned with best practices
• Assess EDIA-related issues from internal partner consultations and presents strategic approaches to address challenges and advance organizational priorities
• Maintain strong working relationships with internal and external partners to ensure alignment and collaboration of EDIA objectives
• Guide employees on EDIA principles and policies through training, support, and fostering an inclusive culture
• Apply an EDIA lens to research, analyze data, and consult with affected groups to inform policy and system development in collaboration with the Senior Data Advisor
• Build strategic relationships with internal partners to drive the development and implementation of equity, inclusion, and anti-racism policies
• Stay informed on emerging EDIA trends and proactively recommends policy enhancements and process improvements aligned with the organization’s long-term equity goals