Edi Specialist

**Position Summary**:
Reporting to the Manager, EDI, the Specialist is responsible for developing, coordinating and evaluating programs and initiatives that contribute to the recruitment and retention of women in the Red Seal Skilled Trades at NAIT. Working closely with colleagues in the School of Skilled Trades, the incumbent will support the success of women apprentices through community building, barrier removal, and initiatives that enhance the inclusion of women in the classroom and curriculum.

**Key Responsibilities include**:
Learning Facilitation and Delivery
- Develop, coordinate, facilitate and assess outcome-based programs, resources, and initiatives that equip staff and students to foster safe and inclusive learning and working environments for women apprentice and other equity-deserving groups.

EDI Change Management Consultant

Event Planning
- Work collaboratively to coordinate annual industry conference/symposium and regular networking/community development events for women in Red Seal Skilled Trades.

Community, Collaboration and Partnership
- Represent NAIT and OEDI on internal and external committees. Participate in the Women in Skilled Trades Advisory Committee.

Data Collection and Barrier Removal
- Support administration of a financial award for women apprentices, coordinate campus climate survey and WIT Grant Reporting

**Skills & Abilities**:

- Advanced knowledge of issues facing women in the skilled trades
- Understanding of Alberta’s Apprenticeship Model of Education
- Excellent verbal communication skills, including ability to influence leaders and explain complex topics to folks new or resistant to the ideas/theories
- Able to interact (and maintain composure) with people who are resistant to change, especially related to advancing EDI
- Substantial knowledge and experience with event planning
- Exceptional workshop development, facilitation and evaluation skills
- Strategic thinking, critical thinking, and goal development
- Ability to work with cross-campus partners, staff, administration, and outside agencies
- Flexibility, willingness to learn new approaches, ability to synthesize information and develop innovative solutions to problems
- Superior organizational and time management skills to ensure delivery of services and special projects are within standards and budget
- Experience using with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and PeopleSoft
- A high level of self-awareness and the capacity to work in complex environments of diverse populations
- Understanding of NAIT’s mission, goals, and values

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum two-year related diploma required; Undergraduate degree preferred, in a related field of study including, but not limited to: education, sociology, women and gender studies, queer studies, social work, and political science is preferred. A Master's degree would be an asset. Equivalencies may be considered
- Preference may be given to applicants with a journeyperson certificate in a Red Seal Skilled trade or experience working with apprentices or tradespeople.
- Due to the focus of this project being Women in Skilled Trades, preference may be given to women with experience in the trades or to applicants with extensive experience supporting women in the trades.

**Remuneration**:$2,694.13 - $3,613.98 bi-weekly, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Advisor/Specialist II)
- This position is covered by the AUPE (Alberta Union of Provincial Employees) Collective Agreement._

**Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.**

**About NAIT**

At NAIT, people matter.

We’re proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 12 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

**What we offer**

We’ve created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition and work-life balance.

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.

**Health and safety**

You can find the latest information on NAIT’s response to COVID-19 at nait.ca/covid19.

**Additional requirements**

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

**Accommodations