Dei Policy and Program Manager

**Location: Remote**

Want to change the world? At Scouts Canada our Vision is “Canadian youth making a meaningful contribution to creating a better world.” We need passionate people who share our Mission to develop well-rounded youth better prepared for success in the world. Are you someone who is energized by challenging assignments? The assignment: develop our volunteer community, champion safe and dynamic youth-led program quality and enable Scouts to grow its membership in Canada.

Reporting to the Director, Diversity and Inclusion this role will lead our Center of Excellence efforts in fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion at Scouts Canada. This role is pivotal in developing and implementing strategies and change initiatives to promote a welcoming and authentically inclusive environment - with an understanding of both best practices and pitfalls in Diversity and Inclusion efforts for organizations.

**Responsibilities**:

- **Culture Change + Strategy Development**: Co-Developing Inclusion principles and Embedding Inclusion values collaboratively across organizational goals and practices are critical to this role.
- **Training and Education**: Design and deliver training programs to promote awareness, understanding, and appreciation of diversity and inclusion among staff and stakeholders.
- **Policy Development**: Collaborate with key stakeholders to review and implement inclusive policies, practices, and procedures that support diversity and equity within the organization.
- **Metrics and Reporting**: Establish metrics to assess the effectiveness of DEI initiatives, regularly measuring and reporting on progress to leadership and stakeholders.
- **Community Engagement**: Engage with external communities and organizations to build partnerships and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Competencies Required**:

- 5+ years of experience in volunteer management, stakeholder engagement, advocacy, or reform-related roles. At least 3 years of direct management or supervisory role.
- Education: High School Diploma
- Considered as an asset: Degree or Certification in Community Health, Social Sciences, Nonprofit Management, Youth Development, or related field - along with relevant experience in advocacy, community development, or a related area. Other relevant degrees and certifications from Historically Black Colleges, Tribal Colleges and Universities, or other institutions are welcomed.
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships based on trust, respect, and integrity.
- **DEI Expertise**: Proven experience in developing and implementing DEI strategies, preferably within a corporate or organizational setting. In-depth knowledge and understanding of Diversity and Inclusion best practices and Blunders, and concepts including tokenism, systemic barriers. A sensitivity to national and international cultural differences and protocols.
- **Training and Facilitation**: Experience in designing and delivering DEI-related training and educational programs.
- **Policy and Program Development**: Familiarity with developing and implementing inclusive policies and programs that drive change and foster an inclusive culture.
- **Analytical Skills**: Ability to use data and metrics to assess the effectiveness of DEI initiatives and make informed decisions.
- **Communication Skills**: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate DEI strategies, engage stakeholders, and advocate for inclusive practices.

**Job Specific Competencies**:

- **Cultural Sensitivity**: Sensitivity and respect for diverse identities, cultures, and traditions.
- **Learner’s Mindset**: This work requires a high degree of relational and emotional intelligence, along with valuing integrity and personal accountability. A commitment to continuously learning both personally and professionally, to foster your own unique personal excellence, is a mindset that will be a great fit with our team.
- **Empathy and Understanding**: Ability to empathize with the needs of volunteers and youth while advocating for necessary reforms.
- **Co-Creation**: Capacity to develop innovative strategies in collaboration with internal and external partners to engage volunteers and drive impactful reform within a youth organization.
- **Flexibility**: Willingness to work non-traditional hours (as needed) to engage with communities and occasionally travel.

**Working Conditions**:

- Home Office environment
- PRC (Police Record Check) and VSS (Vulnerable Sector Check) are required before the start date
- Mandatory training requirement
- Opportunity to help an organization mature in its inclusion journey
- Opportunity to create meaningful initiatives that foster positive relationships and engagement

**We've got you covered**:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a fabulous merchandise discount; an employer-matched retirement plan after one year; extended health,