Employment Equity Consultant

LinHR Consulting Inc.; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in HR consulting is seeking an experienced consultant for a temporary project focused on developing Employment Equity and Duty to Accommodate plans. The role involves creating policies, conducting training, and managing committees over approximately 3-4 months, requiring strong interpersonal skills and bilingual proficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of consulting experience in HR.
• Development of Employment Equity and Diversity programs.
• Bilingual in English and French (oral, written, reading) required.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop Employment Equity and Duty to Accommodate plans.
• Establish and manage Employment Equity and Diversity Committees.
• Provide training and mentoring regarding Employment Equity.

Skills

Consultation

Facilitation

Relationship-building

Report writing

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in human resources management

Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP)

Job description

The work location: Most of the time, work from own office, except for having meetings with clients in Ottawa.
This is a temporary project with an approximate length of 3-4 months.
Hourly rate: $40.00 to $90.00 CAD
Security check is required for the successful candidate.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop Employment Equity and Duty to Accommodate plans
• Establish, coordinate, and participate in various Employment Equity and Diversity Committees
• Develop policies, guidelines, procedures, programs, and tools regarding Employment Equity and Duty to Accommodate
• Develop, design, implement, and review Employment Equity and Duty to Accommodate promotion/communications strategy plans, positive measures programs for all designated groups
• Manage, coordinate, and provide advice on Employment Equity, Diversity, and Duty to Accommodate programs
• Provide training, information sessions, and presentations to management and employees; identify and provide accommodation resources
• Conduct seminars, workshops, focus groups, etc.
• Review systems with recommendations
• Advise HR Systems teams and Information Technology (IT) teams
• Provide mentoring and coaching assistance regarding the above programs

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in human resources management or a related field
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation or relevant professional HR designation
• At least 10 years of consulting experience
• Experience in developing Employment Equity and Diversity programs, including tools and activities, and conducting training and information sessions on Employment Equity
• Experience in developing awareness tools for managers and employees regarding Duty to Accommodate
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills to guide and advise management and staff
• Strong consultation, facilitation, and relationship-building skills for conducting focus groups and interviews related to Employment Equity
• Bilingual in English and French (oral, written, reading) required

LinHR is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process as per LinHR's Employment Accommodation Policy. Applicants should disclose their needs in advance.

LinHR is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applicants from Indigenous, Black, and other racialized communities, 2SLGBTQI+ individuals, persons with disabilities, and other marginalized groups to apply. We recognize structural barriers and aim to use employment equity to evaluate candidates fairly. Even if you feel the role is a stretch, we encourage you to apply.