Under the general direction of the Manager of Community Development, the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Projects and Initiatives Coordinator is responsible for supporting the development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of community and social development strategies, policies, and initiatives, with a specific focus on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
The EDI Projects & Initiatives Coordinator works collaboratively with other departments, senior levels of government, public agencies, and community-based organizations to identify opportunities for City leadership and collective impact. Activities may include inter-departmental coordination; coordination of several Professional Equity Networks, partnership development; community consultation and engagement; research and analysis; framework and policy development; program development and administration; performance measurement; and reporting to senior levels. Provides strategic leadership, expert guidance, and operational oversight to support the City of Winnipeg's EDI Strategy, ensuring its effective implementation and alignment with organizational goals.
This position involves significant outreach, coordination, leadership, and administrative duties. The EDI Projects and Initiatives Coordinator is a community and social development expert, a strong relationship builder, is a team leader, a strategic and innovative thinker, and has excellent verbal and written communication skills. The Coordinator may be directed to participate in or lead various community, civic, and inter-departmental committees to support their work and the work of the Division
As the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Projects & Initiatives Coordinator, you will:
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Lead the implementation of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) policy, projects and initiatives that are the direct or shared responsibility of the Community Development Division, designed to support safe, healthy, inclusive, diverse and equitable city where everyone is cared for and can flourish.
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Develop reports, briefings, tools and guidance materials that support EDI policy implementation across the organization. Prepares documentation to support internal planning, public accountability, and continuous improvement.
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Lead and coordinate engagement, education, and collaborative activities that build organizational awareness and capacity in equity, diversity, and inclusion. Build relationships internally and externally to support a culture of inclusion and continuous learning.
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Support the collection, analysis, and communication of equity-related data to inform decision-making, evaluate progress, and improve service outcomes. Contribute to the development and maintenance of tools and processes that support accountability and learning across the organization.
Your education and qualifications include:
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Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, Social Work, Human Resource development, diversity or cultural studies, social science, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of progressive related experience working with communities on collaborative issues, on social inclusion strategies, community development, organizational development, and processes is required.
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3 to 5 years of experience developing and leading projects, programs and policies in the areas of equity, diversity & inclusion, preferably in a public sector or academic setting with lived experience in relation to Indigenous and / or other equity groups.
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Experience working with large data sets and analyzing numbers to make decisions and measure impact.
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Experience writing reports and policy development.
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Experience in initiating, participating in and evaluating research.
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Ability to leverage opportunities to find creative solutions to human rights issues with limited resources.
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Ability to facilitate and deliver formal and informal presentations to all levels of staff and various stakeholders.
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Ability to apply an equity, diversity and inclusion, anti-oppression and anti-racism lens in analyses and decision-making processes.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to communicate complex and sensitive content at all levels of the organization.
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Comprehensive understanding of the City's political and administrative structure and its strategic goals and policies.
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Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work in a fast paced and dynamic environment with competing interests, limited resources and often tight timelines.
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Superior interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain collaborative and professional working relationships with a full range of stakeholders.
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Knowledge of EDI organizations and networks to access expertise to promote education and best practice in new programming. The ability to also engage meaningfully with community partners to promote EDI.
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Comprehensive knowledge of related legislation, regulations and best practices, and how they apply to implementing and offering EDI programs.
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Ability to speak both Official Languages (French & English) is preferred.
IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment servicehttps://canalliance.org/en/ at application.
Conditions of employment:
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The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
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Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. To obtain a Police Information Check, please visit www.winnipeg.ca/police.
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Ability and willingness to work flexible hours to meet with community partners and participate in events outside of regular work hours, as required.
