DE&I Associate

at  Nova Scotia Power

The Opportunity:
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Human Resources
Location: Halifax, NS ,Hybrid
Closing Date: November 27th, 2024
As a DE&I Associate, you will support the Manager, DEI in developing and delivering multi-year DEI action plans that include goals and accountabilities. You will work closely with colleagues in HR, Mi’kmaq Relations, and Communications, as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and DEI subcommittees across the business. The DEI team is small but crucial in amplifying the voices of our employees and communities, building awareness and understanding about inclusive leadership and employment, and embedding the principles of inclusiveness and workforce diversity in all aspects of the employee experience.

Key elements of this role include::

• DEI administration and process: Draft process, planning, and reference documents that support the DEI community internally (ERGs, DEI Committees, etc.), and support with logistics and preparation for DEI events.
• DEI Strategy Support: Assist in the implementation of DEI strategies and action plans.
• Workshops and Presentations: Support with the planning and delivery of DEI workshops, presentations, and educational programs across the organization and participate in community outreach activities.
• Psychological Safety: Support with building a culture of psychological safety that inspires all voices to be heard.
• Continuous Improvement: Focus on and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Data Analysis: Track, evaluate, and draft reports on the effectiveness of DEI activities by collecting and analyzing data and identifying barriers or issues when they arise.
• Any additional duties as assigned.

These skills will make you successful::

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, Social Studies, Law, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in DEI, HR, administration or project management.
• Proven experience in supporting DEI initiatives and action plans.
• A combination of education and lived experience will also meet these qualifications.

TECHNICAL/JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Strong knowledge of DEI practices, intersectionality, and issues facing equity-deserving communities in Nova Scotia.
• Excellent organizational, data management, planning, and coordination skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent policy and process development skills.
• Ability to support the implementation of strategic DEI initiatives.
• Ability to assess complex DEI data and draw meaningful insights.
• Ability to understand, respect, and respond to diverse perspectives and fostering an inclusive environment.
  Learn more about our culture and values:
  At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.
  If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by November 27th, 2024, and let us know why this role is right for you.

The perks of joining our team? We offer::

• Flexibility: Hybrid work model with 2 flexible remote workdays.
• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching, volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera:
As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.
Recruitment & Promotion Policy:
The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values

• DEI administration and process: Draft process, planning, and reference documents that support the DEI community internally (ERGs, DEI Committees, etc.), and support with logistics and preparation for DEI events.
• DEI Strategy Support: Assist in the implementation of DEI strategies and action plans.
• Workshops and Presentations: Support with the planning and delivery of DEI workshops, presentations, and educational programs across the organization and participate in community outreach activities.
• Psychological Safety: Support with building a culture of psychological safety that inspires all voices to be heard.
• Continuous Improvement: Focus on and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Data Analysis: Track, evaluate, and draft reports on the effectiveness of DEI activities by collecting and analyzing data and identifying barriers or issues when they arise.
• Any additional duties as assigned