Senior Manager, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

SENIOR MANAGER, EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA

BGC Ottawa Overview:

BGC Ottawa (BGCO) is a leading children and youth social service organization providing extensive programming support in Ottawa. Providing free services and access to children and youth, BGC Ottawa serves an average of 4,500 children and youth (aged 6 to 18 years) currently with eight locations, a virtual Clubhouse, and a summer Camp.

BGC Ottawa values equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and to providing a safe workplace, culturally safe programs and community engagement that are free from discrimination and harassment and promotes the dignity of all. This means that all job applicants, employees, and volunteers receive equitable treatment regardless of race, color, ethnic or national origins, sex, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

BGC Ottawa has been involved in an extensive planning process to build a comprehensive EDI Action Plan. The plan includes strategies related to every aspect of the organization’s operations including leadership, management, human resources, communication, service delivery, community engagement, quality standards and accountability.

Position Details:

The BGC Ottawa is seeking applications for a full time Senior Manager, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Reporting directly to the Chief Programs Officer, the successful candidate will undertake a leadership role in the implementation of the organization’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan (EDI Action Plan) over the course of 2 years with the possibility of renewal. BGC Ottawa welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This is a senior leadership role in the Programs department and will require collaboration across all departments.

Compensation: $65,000 – $80,000; based on experience and education

Start Date: September 2021

Position Responsibilities:

– Lead and coordinate the implementation, revision and evaluation of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan including the development of an organization-wide accountability framework that clarifies outcomes and expectations.
– Incorporate key strategies across departments related to policies, practices and procedures that promote an anti-racism and anti-oppression approach to operations.
– Provide expert EDI advice and guidance to the agency’s leadership and Programs teams.
– Support in the development and delivery of internal and external strategic communication of progress made with the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan among BGC Ottawa community partners.
– Enhance and support the EDI service excellence and consistency in all phases of programming and services to children and youth in Ottawa.
– Advance BGC Ottawa’s EDI agenda through advocacy, responsive programming and respectful collaboration, partnerships and capacity building.
– Provide leadership and coordination of appropriate EDI staff resources (including appropriate staff, EDI committee and training).
– Identify, initiate, and lead specific EDI-related interventions and special projects as appropriate.
– Provide management leadership and direction to appropriate staff in all relevant operational areas: recruitment, supervision, performance management, documentation and planning.
– Compliance with agency policies, procedures, and pertinent legislation.
– Perform other related duties as required.

Education/Experience:

– University degree/College diploma and/or related experience in academic discipline (e.g. Social Work, Environmental and Urban Change, Health or Education).
– 6+ years’ experience in the non-profit sector including specific responsibility for teambuilding, organizational change, increasing organizational capacity, program and staff development.
– Established track record of implementing similar strategic plans related to anti-racism and anti-oppression.
– HIGH FIVE PHCD (Principles of Healthy Child Development) and/or HIGH FIVE Sport training certificate.
– Standard First Aid/CPR certification

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

– Strong knowledge of anti-racism and anti-oppression principles and practices.
– Seasoned management experience in the social service area.
– Knowledge of critical EDI issues impacting children, youth, and families in Ottawa’s diverse communities.
– Demonstrated understanding of organizational change dynamics.
– Knowledge of and sensitivity to clinical, programming and community issues affecting youth (mental health, addictions, behavioural).
– Demonstrated ability to train, motivate, supervise and lead staff while demanding service excellence and performance accountability.
– Demonstrated ability to work with large budgets effectively.
– Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and partnerships with community partners.
– Ability to organize and manage a diverse range of assignments and projects with high efficiency.
– Highly developed attention to detail and analytical skills
– Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision.
– Demonstrated ability to think and act strategically and be long term goal oriented.
– Proven ability to work with others in meeting departmental objectives.
– Demonstrated knowledge of program evaluation and outcome measures.
– Strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to adapt information for different audiences.
– Proficient in use of information technology such as mobile devices, computer systems, collaboration tools, database applications, MS Office Suite and other technological tools.
– Ability to speak a second language in French, Somali, Chinese, or Arabic is an asset.

Please note, the following are required for this position:

– Valid Driver’s License
– Current Police Record Check (Vulnerable Sector)
– Ability to work outside of normal business hours to attend meetings and meet deadlines.
– Ability to work from home or away from the office in a virtual shared office space.

All interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and resume, in confidence, to the BGC Ottawa, Human Resource Department, no later than Friday, August 27, 2021. Please ensure to quote the position title when submitting the application.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment at BGC Ottawa will be based on merit, competence, performance, and BGC Ottawa’s needs. We are committed to identifying and eliminating discrimination based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, immigrant status, physical or mental disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression and other designated areas under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position however we will only be contacting those selected for interviews.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $65,000.00-$80,000.00 per year