Date Posted: 01/09/2024
Req ID:35604
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:Ofc of Equity,Diversity & Inclusion
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

Description:

About us:
The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Your Opportunity:

Reporting to the Assistant Director, UTSC Indigenous Initiatives, the Special Projects Officer, Indigenous Initiatives, is responsible for advising and recommending solutions, implementing project plans, identifying, and responding to the objectives and priorities of the University’s strategic vision coming out of the Truth and Reconciliation Committee report.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:
The Special Projects Officer provides direct support to the Assistant Director, UTSC Indigenous Initiatives, as well as supporting the Office of the Vice-President and Principal and other UTSC academic, administrative and support units through project management; initiating and undertaking research on a wide variety of issues and topics; consulting and interacting with faculty, staff and students; providing advice to UTSC units; following up on decisions, implementing and tracking the development and/or enhancements of Indigenous initiatives, programs and supports.

The incumbent will provide a high level of executive and confidential administrative support to the Assistant Director, UTSC Indigenous Initiatives, as well as answer and direct incoming inquiries. The incumbent will also take the initiative to help ensure that deadlines and schedules are met; participate in the coordination of any correspondence; and organize meetings.The incumbent works in a complex environment that requires a high degree of sensitivity, responsiveness, and a need to maintain absolute confidentiality.The role of the Special Projects Officer will continue to evolve, and the individual must be willing to respond to the given priorities of the day and be willing to work cooperatively in a challenging and dynamic environment.

Essential Qualifications:

EDUCATION:
University degree in a related field such as Education/Social Sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum three to five years related experience;
• A thorough understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and discrimination and harassment prevention frameworks;
• Demonstrated experience researching, developing and delivering educational workshops & programs, public education materials, promotional materials; and/or community initiatives related to human rights education;
• Knowledge and significant experience with students, youth, leadership and related programming.
• Demonstrated excellent administrative and coordination skills;
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion including discrimination faced by marginalized communities. Demonstrated experience with successfullarge and small event planning;
• Relevant experience working/volunteering in a student society or campus organization an asset;
• Experience marketing programs in a higher education institution;
• Experience working with social media in a professional context;
• Thorough understanding of the Ontario Human Rights Code and relevant legislation/case law,
• Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion,and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment;
• Experience with developing and leading anti-racism, homophobia, transphobia, and/or sexualgender diversity education, and providing related support services will be an asset;
• Professional experience in and understanding of complex issues related to equity and diversityas they relate to the student experience and the workplace strongly preferred;
• Experience working within a post-secondary context is strongly preferred.

SKILLS:

• Proficiency in a PC environment, including standard office computer applications (e.g. Word,Excel, PowerPoint, email, etc.);
• Demonstrated skills in graphic design software (e.g. Illustrator, Photoshop, In Design) and web development and maintenance.
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and leadership skills;
• Superior written, editing and oral communication skills;
• Excellent organizational and program development skills.

OTHER:

• Tact, discretion, good judgement and ability to maintain strict confidentiality;
• Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations;
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse constituencies and communities in a team environment;
• Demonstrated abilities to multi-task, trouble shoot and problem solve;
• Ability to be innovative and work independently;

Closing Date: 01/18/2024,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 3 -- Hiring Zone: $90,134 - $105,156 -- Broadband Salary Range: $90,134 - $150,223
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial