Research Equity Advisor

2 weeks ago


Waterloo, Canada University of Waterloo Full time

Overview:
Working directly with the Senior Manager, Research Equity within the Inclusive Research Team, the Research Equity Advisor is responsible for leading and sustaining the planning, implementation and evaluation of research equity projects and strategic initiatives across the VP, Research and International portfolio.

The Research Equity Advisor will deliver on multi-disciplinary projects and priorities, providing oversight for internal and external deliverables, reporting on milestones and key indicators. The Research Equity Advisor will conduct background research, develop reports, evaluate results, and act as a liaison on equity priorities with internal and external stakeholders. As such, the Research Equity Advisor will play a key role in ensuring the strategic priorities and objectives related to equity, diversity and inclusion in the VP, Research and International portfolio are aligned and met.

As part of its Impact Theme on Strengthening Sustainable and Diverse Communities, the University of Waterloo is committed to promoting and supporting Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Indigenous Relations and a culture of equity, diversity and inclusivity for all. The selection process for this particular position will follow the provisions for a special program as described by the Ontario Human Rights Commission in order to address the underrepresentation of individuals from equity-deserving groups. Improving the representation, participation, and engagement of equity-deserving groups within our community is a key objective of Waterloo’s Strategic Plan 2020 - 2025.

**This role is contingent on funding.**

**This job posting will close on April 28, 2023.**

**Responsibilities**:
Project Management
- Create project plans, deliverables and milestones for monitoring equity-related projects
- Advance and execute the strategic direction set by the Senior Manager and Director based on an understanding of promising practices in equity issues and opportunities as well as requirements from funding agencies
- Support the measurement and evaluation of project plans with a focus on impact and effectiveness
- Employ project management approaches to ensure that equity strategies, events and initiatives are effectively and efficiently managed, including monitoring of information, logistics and progress, and reporting on project deliverables
- Liaise with and coordinate actions with stakeholders for strategic projects to ensure roles are clear and actions are executed effectively
- Develop key communications, reports, presentations and other project documents as required
- Monitor assigned project schedules and timelines and account for timely completion of objectives and key results
- Identify and manage risks associated with projects that might jeopardize the success of the methods and/or outcomes

Research and Evaluation
- Assess, recommend and develop new strategies, initiatives, events and training modules to improve EDI expertise among Faculty and the VPRI staff
- Develop metrics to track and evaluate the effectiveness of equity initiatives and promote a culture of equity
- Determine key indicators of success; manage internal and external reporting requirements
- Collect and analyze equity related data to make evidence-based recommendations
- Review EDI sections of research grants for alignment with sponsor guidelines/expectations
- Maintain a strong understanding of the literature and the legal and legislative EDI frameworks and conduct related research

Engagement and Advice
- Work collaboratively with key stakeholders within the Office of Research and across the University, including the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism Office and the faculties
- Collaborate and build partnerships with relevant stakeholders and faculties/units on campus, including: The Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism Office, Faculty Association (including the FAUW Equity Committee), the Research, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Council, Human Resources, Organizational and Human Development, and others as determined

Qualifications:

- Completion of an undergraduate degree and either a graduate degree or equivalent related experience which provides strong knowledge of a research environment
- A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience with strategic project management and proven ability to align work priorities and realize strategic goals
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in a role related to the implementation of equity, diversity, inclusion and/or decolonization initiatives
- Experience working with members of a senior leadership team on organization-wide committees and collaboratively with multiple stakeholders
- Experience in an academic research environment is an asset
- Experience in collating and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data and information to draft reports, provide briefing materials and recommendations to a range of audiences including senior leadership
- Demonstrated abilit


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