Sr. Consultant, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Garron Hospital in Toronto seeks a Senior Consultant, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging to lead EDIB programs and embed inclusive practices across the organization. You will partner with a diverse set of stakeholders, provide expert consultation, and drive capacity-building initiatives aligned with our values.

The role requires strong political acumen, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate sensitive conversations with empathy, advancing our EDIB priorities from

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in HR, equity studies, human rights, sociology, etc.; Master’s preferred.
• PMP certification or equivalent asset would be an asset.
• 5–7 years of experience developing and implementing EDIB programs, policies, and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement organization-wide EDIB programs and initiatives.
• Partner across the organization to embed inclusion principles and best practices.
• Develop and deliver training, policies, and briefings to support EDIB goals.

Skills

EDIB program development

Stakeholder engagement

Facilitation

Verbal and written communication

MS 365 proficiency

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline

Master's degree preferred

PMP certification asset

Tools

MS Teams

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Organizational Development, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion the Senior Consultant, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging is responsible for the development and implementation of programs, policies, and initiatives to advance our equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB) priorities at Michael Garron Hospital (MGH). Through capacity building, engagement, partnership, and expert consultation, the incumbent will lead and implement organization-wide initiatives that integrate and embed inclusion principles and best practices across all aspects of the hospital in alignment with the organization’s, vision, purpose and values. The Senior Consultant will partner across the organization and mobilize the MGH Inclusion Alliance, to ensure that diverse perspectives are heard, embraced, and contribute to meaningful change. This role requires a subject matter expert who is a self-starter with a strong sense of integrity and accountability to lead EDIB programs from planning through execution. The ideal candidate brings political acuity, a strategic mindset, and the ability to navigate complex and sensitive conversations with empathy and inclusiveness. Through continuous evaluation and improvement of EDIB efforts, the Senior Consultant will contribute to MGH’s vision of being an inclusive employer– one that reflects and responds to the diversity of the community we serve.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline (human resources, equity studies, human rights, sociology, etc.) or equivalent combination of education and related experience; Master’s degree preferred
• PMP certification or equivalent would be an asset

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience developing and successfully implementing EDIB programs, policies, procedures, and initiatives
• Strong knowledge of inclusion best practices and demonstrated experience in supporting transformational change
• Skilled at engaging in matters that require sensitivity and empathy across a diverse community; excellent judgment and discretion
• Experience in establishing/maintaining trusting relationships with all levels of staff, including front-line, physicians, leaders and executives
• Demonstrated experience in group facilitation, facilitating organizational change and transition, team or group dynamics, and organizational assessments
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with an ability to write briefing notes, reports, organizational communications, presentations to support training programs and to facilitate, negotiate, influence and collaborate with others;
• Takes initiative, works proactively, coordinates and manages projects with multiple stakeholders in a complex environment
• Thorough understanding and working knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Anti-Racism Act and Ontario’s Regulatory Registry Regulation (LGIC)
• Experience managing projects from conception to implementation including the use of standard Project Management tools
• Experience partnering with individuals and communities that have been historically marginalized and under-serviced by the health system (e.g., 2SLGBTQ+, racialized, Indigenous, low socio-economic status communities, persons with disabilities, etc.)
• Proficient understanding and application of health equity, anti-oppression and/or population health frameworks and how these affect staff, client and family experience especially those from underrepresented groups.

• Lived experience as a member of an equity-deserving group an asset
• Demonstrated experience working with historically oppressed communities navigating institutional resistance
• Demonstrated experience influencing positive change in the field of inclusion ,diversity, equity and belonging
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a large, complex and ever-changing organization
• Ability to coach and mentor others including supporting mindsets related to diversity, inclusion and equity and belonging.
• Partners with stakeholders to develop and maintain new external partnerships
• Demonstrated expertise in software tools such as MS 365, including MS Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Experience in a Healthcare setting an asset
• Good work and attendance record required.
• All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• All employees of MGH are responsible for contributing to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
• All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) champions accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity through the creation of an inclusive and diverse work environment. At Michael Garron Hospital, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. We encourage candidates from Black, First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, people of colour, women, people with disabilities and individuals who identify with the diverse communities that we serve, to join the MGH team. Through our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion and Courage, Michael Garron Hospital is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know how we can work with you to meet your needs. This job posting is a confirmed, active vacancy for which we are currently seeking a qualified candidate. MGH is committed to leveraging new technologies and working efficiently. As a result, artificial intelligence systems may be used as part of our process to screen, assess, and or select applicants for this position.