Project Advisor, EDI

at  University of Toronto

Date Posted: 11/07/2024
Req ID: 40155
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: FAS Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

ABOUT US:

The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada’s leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.
We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflects the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking, and collaboration. At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.
The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Office develops and implements initiatives aimed at advancing equity, diversity and inclusion within the learning and working environments across the Faculty of Arts & Science. In collaboration with staff and academic administrators in the Office of the Dean, Human Resources offices and various academic units, the EDI Office builds professional development and educational initiatives for all levels of the Arts & Science community. The EDI Office also focusses on policies and practices concerning accessibility, anti-racism, equity, diversity and inclusion.

I. EDUCATION:

Graduate degree in a relevant area of study, preferably with a focus on dispute resolution, human rights, equity, diversity, and inclusion or acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certification or additional training in conflict resolution, equity and inclusion, and/or change management an asset.

II. EXPERIENCE

• Minimum four (4) years’ experience in a post-secondary setting; experience advancing equity projects within a post-secondary environment or similar complex organization; in-depth experience in and a thorough understanding of complex and intersectional issues related to equity, diversity and inclusion as they relate to the student experience and the workplace.
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles and issues of equity and human rights, and a track record of success with these issues in a complex and diverse environment.
• Experience designing and delivering educational programs.
• Experience in curriculum design and delivery, adult learning principles, group facilitation, assessment and evaluation techniques.
• Experience in mediation and group facilitation.
• Extensive experience within a post-secondary environment, knowledge of university policies and procedures, and an understanding of the University’s organizational structure, including its governance.
• A thorough understanding of the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
• Knowledge about media (including social media), protocol, diplomacy and an excellent understanding of the University’s mission and intersection with the broader community.

III. SKILLS

Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office (must be able to set up templates and macros in Word and Excel, set up Excel spreadsheets and graphics, and prepare sophisticated PowerPoint presentations), and scheduling software; Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint an asset; Web design skills such as content management software and WordPress preferred; Familiarity with Acrobat and other Adobe software an asset.

Please refer the Job description for details