EDI Program Coordinator

at  University of Toronto

Date Posted: 11/08/2024
Req ID:40622
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: MED: Ofc of the Dean
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

ABOUT US:

Home to over 40 departments and institutes, the University of Toronto’s Temerty Faculty of Medicine lies at the heart of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network and is a global leader in ground-breaking research and education, spanning clinical medicine, basic science and the rehabilitation sciences sectors.
Your opportunity
The mandate of the Office of Inclusion and Diversity (OID), Temerty Faculty of Medicine is to support the Faculty’s commitment to lead in the area of equity, inclusion and diversity, and to create and promote innovative and accountable diversity and equity related programming in collaboration with other members of the Temerty Medicine community as well as external partners, which include the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and community organizations.
As EDI Coordinator, you will play a key role in advancing the mandate of the OID. You will help lead a variety of EDI education and training initiatives in collaboration with partners, develop programs and processes related to equity-based practices, support EDI committees, and help triage and manage requests for information, consultation, and advice on EDI-related matters throughout the Faculty.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum three years’ related experience successfully implementing and delivering equity, diversity and inclusion programming, training, education and community initiatives
• A thorough understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility frameworks
• An understanding and knowledge of trauma-informed and/or culturally safe approaches in delivering EDI related education and supports
• Thorough understanding of the Ontario Human Rights Code and relevant legislation/case law
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite and virtual meeting platforms
• Superior written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and leadership skills
• Excellent organizational ability to develop and deliver effective presentations and workshops
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse stakeholders and communities in a team environment
• Demonstrated abilities to multi-task, troubleshoot and problem solve
• Ability to be innovative and work independently
• Demonstrated ability to relate to learners, staff, and faculty that builds trust and confidence
• Effective tact, discretion and good judgement in dealing with highly confidential and sensitive situations
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
• Ability and inclination to keep knowledge, understanding and skills up-to-date and relevant, including current issues, promising practices and current methodologies for promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives

• Designing and delivering equity-based education and training workshops and resources for faculty, learners and staff, in collaboration with the Centre for Faculty Development, Continuing Professional Development, Toronto Academic Health Science Network, and other partners
• Serving as a key point of contact for consultation, information and advice for EDI leads and faculty/learner development leads in various departments/units
• Supporting content development for EDI programming led by OID, including the Temerty Medicine Community Connection series
• Participating in development and review of Faculty policies and processes from an EDI lens in key areas such as promotions, recruitment and retention, and awards
• Participating in EDI-related committees at the Faculty