Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Specialist (Research)

at  SAIT

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Office is focused on making SAIT a more equitable and inclusive place to work and study. Guided by the institutional EDI Strategy, we collaborate with students and employees to foster a campus culture in which everyone feels welcome, respected and empowered to succeed.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum
• University degree or equivalent in an EDI-related or applied research-related discipline
• 3-5 years of experience working in applied research, Indigenization, or other equity, diversity and inclusion fields.

Preferred

• Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional
• Prosci Change Practitioner certification
• Experience applying for recognition with federal research initiatives
• Experience working in a research-intensive environment
• Experience building strategy and relationships with internal stakeholders and external community partners
• Strong knowledge of intersecting identities and experience with guiding others along their personal EDI journeys
• Experience designing and facilitating educational opportunities (workshops, online learning, toolkits, resources) for adult learners
• Lived experience of inequity and discrimination as a member of an equity-deserving group

• Strong knowledge of EDI principles, frameworks and best practice in higher education

Skills Required

• Strong project management skills with ability to set sub-goals and timelines
• Ability to hold space for those who have been impacted by inequities and those who want to learn more about equity, diversity and inclusion
• Some experience working in complex organizations or on complex projects, preferably in higher education, that require the ability to navigate large systems when implementing change
• Experience handling contentious matters with sensitivity, confidentiality and balance
• Ability to think critically, demonstrate tact and diplomacy, and work independently

Job classification: INFORMATION OFFICER II - A5068

POSTING CLOSING DATE: JULY 8TH, 2024

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• Education and Training
• Strategically plan, facilitate, and evaluate workshops and training that align with the institution’s EDI objectives and deliverables.

Working Groups and Subcommittees

• Apply specialized expertise to lead the self-assessment working group for Indigenization and equity, diversity and inclusion.

• Oversee the ongoing continuous improvement to strengthen the position of ARIS when applying for federal grant funding

Strategy and Relationships

• Coordinate all aspects of Indigenization and EDI for ARIS
• Provide specialized expertise and assistance to departments/units with the goal of integrating the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion into research processes and campus culture.

• Strategically build relationships with stakeholders to quickly understand requirements and business objectives.

Communications

• Research and draft recommendations for policies, procedures and best practices related to EDI in higher education.
• Engage with departments and stakeholders to ensure an integrated and strategic approach to awareness campaigns and events throughout the year.
• Collaborate within the communications department to co-create key messaging for content in order to maximize sharing and exposure.