Sr. Consultant, Diversity, Equity

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 heal