Equity and Inclusion Specialist

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government in Whitehorse seeks an Equity and Inclusion Specialist to lead its diversity and inclusion strategy. The successful candidate will develop programs to promote equality and strengthen inclusion across the organization. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and experience engaging with diverse groups. The government offers a comprehensive benefits plan and supports employee development. The position requires on-site work in Whitehorse, with occasional travel within Yukon.

Benefits

Flexible work and leave options

Comprehensive benefits plan

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have experience leading meetings for employee groups.
• Experience in analyzing and providing recommendations to improve programs for accessibility.
• Ability to engage with diverse groups on complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement diversity and inclusion programs and initiatives.
• Collaborate with diverse populations to frame supportive work practices.
• Make recommendations to improve accessibility and inclusiveness.

Skills

Event coordination

Diversity and inclusion strategy implementation

Program analysis for inclusiveness

Engagement with diverse groups

Education

Post-secondary education in social sciences or related field

Job description

Job Summary And Requirements

Yukon government’s vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners. Our work has a visible impact… At the Government of Yukon, our vision is to create an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners – this vision is close to our hearts in the Public Service Commission. We are passionate about our people, and we strive to build a workplace that is inclusive, respectful and continuously improving. We do this through maintaining internal HR systems, policies and collective agreements and providing human resources advice and support to departments and employees.

Our passion drives everything we do… As part of our corporate wide plan to support diversity and inclusion at Government of Yukon, the Diversity and Inclusion branch provides supports to increase employment equity and promote inclusion across the organization. The Equity and Inclusion Specialist leads the development of a corporate diversity and inclusion strategy to fulfill our People Plan, LGTBTQ2S Action Plan and Breaking Trail Together commitments to create an engaging and inclusive workplace experience, in culturally safe and supportive work environments. This role will develop and implement programs, projects and initiatives to promote equality, increase diversity and strengthen inclusion. As a subject matter expert, this role will collaborate with diverse populations to frame culturally safe and supportive work practices, and make recommendations to program areas to improve accessibility and inclusiveness. This role is for someone who is a champion of diversity, and enjoys engaging with others.

Benefits

Yukon government cares about their employees and strives to offer a variety of learning and developmental opportunities including in‑house training. Funding may also be available to support further education. Flexible work and leave options may be available allowing you to balance your personal and professional needs. We also have a comprehensive and generous benefits plan, providing for the health and wellbeing of you and your family.

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Important Application Requirements

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential and asset qualifications listed below. Note that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume. Include the month and year you started and ended a job when you list your work experience. This allows us to accurately calculate the length of time you were in the position. For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource page on Yukon.ca.

Essential Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education in social sciences, equity studies, human resources or another related field.
• Experience coordinating and leading events/meetings for employee resource groups.
• Experience implementing strategic plans or large initiatives in the area of diversity and inclusion and staff support.
• Experience analyzing existing programs and services and providing recommendations to improve inclusiveness and accessibility.
• Experience engaging and working with diverse groups on complex issues.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

• Thinking Strategically
  • Takes a comprehensive, long‑term view, critically assessing options and implications, while linking decisions to strategic goals.
• Modelling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility
  • Demonstrates strong self‑awareness through deliberate learning from past experience and self‑reflection to increase personal effectiveness and responsibility.
• Developing People
  • Fosters the learning and development of others through supportive relationships. Transfers expertise and builds the long‑term leadership capability of others by teaching, coaching and/or mentoring them.
• Promoting Common Values and Ethics
  • Promotes the establishment, development and application of positive organizational values, ethics and standards of conduct.
• Diplomacy
  • Approaches work in a tactful way and uses appropriate discretion in every situation and builds understanding with clients, employees and colleagues.
• Resiliency
  • An individual’s persistent development and action of meeting one’s goals while overcoming adversity.

Job Requirements

Additional information

• This position is located in Whitehorse, Yukon, and requires you to work in the office. Out of territory remote work is not available for this role.
• Occasional travel within the Yukon.

Contact Details

If you have any questions about this position, please contact: Shelby Blackjack, Director, Diversity and Inclusion at [e-mail]

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact: Marni Delaurier, Manager, Human Resources at [e-mail]