DEI Coordinator

Job title:

DEI Coordinator

Company

Modern Niagara

Job description

Description :Modern Niagara helps building owners, managers, and general contractors meet the mechanical, electrical, integrated building technology, and building services needs of their buildings across Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Southwestern Ontario, and Ottawa. We also develop custom, turnkey solutions to help reach the desired outcomes. We are committed to having a positive and meaningful impact on Canada’s infrastructure and on the communities where we live, learn, work, and heal.WE BUILD FOR LIFE.We value passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork and we are committed to ensuring that our teams have everything they need to succeed. Health and safety are embedded in everything we do and, as a result, our award-winning safety culture has a record that’s well above industry standards.At Modern Niagara, you will work alongside values-driven, safety-conscious, and high-impact teams in a fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative environment. Here, your knowledge, skills, and excellent service will help ensure that the buildings that make up Canada’s infrastructure fulfill the needs they were set out to meet.Modern Niagara is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and is a recipient of SMACNA‘s Safety Excellence Award Program (SSEAP) – Canada and the Canadian Occupational Safety (COS) Magazine’s Gold Winner for Canada’s Safest Employers Award in the Building and Construction category and Excellence Winner for Canada’s Best Health + Safety Culture Award as well as Canada’s Best Health + Safety Leader Award.The DEI Coordinator at Modern Niagara will play a crucial role in promoting and implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the organization. This position will report to the Senior Manager of DEI and will be responsible for collaborating with various stakeholders to identify and address areas of improvement, challenge bias, and ensure that diversity and inclusion are integrated into all aspects of the company’s operations. The DEI Coordinator will also coordinate and support the standing DEI committees and affinity groups.Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the activities of the DEI committees and affinity groups within the organization.
• Serve as the recording secretary for meetings, ensuring accurate and detailed minutes are taken and distributed to committee members.
• Collaborate with the co-chairs of the committees to build meeting agendas that address relevant DEI topics and initiatives.
• Lead committee meetings if the co-chairs are unavailable, ensuring effective facilitation and active participation.
• Collect and analyze DEI and demographic data from various sources within the organization.
• Develop and implement strategies to report on DEI Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with the Senior Manager of DEI to support DEI initiatives and programs.
• Assist in the development and delivery of DEI training programs and initiatives for employees at all levels.
• Collaborate with the People and Culture team to support the recruitment and retention of diverse talent.
• Handle confidential information with discretion, privacy, and ethics.
• Maintain a high level of integrity and ensure confidentiality in handling sensitive employee data.
• Stay updated on current trends, best practices, and legal requirements related to DEI to ensure compliance and inform program development.
• Foster a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization by promoting awareness and understanding among employees.
• Collaborate with external partners, community organizations, and resources to enhance DEI initiatives and support community engagement.

Qualifications and Job Requirements:

• Previous experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion roles or related fields.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collect and analyze data, and present findings in a clear and concise manner.
• Knowledge of relevant DEI best practices, policies, and legal requirements.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate meetings effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Passion for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
• Sensitivity to different cultures and backgrounds.
• Proficient in using technology and tools to support DEI initiatives.
• Post-secondary education in law, political science, or gender and women studies would be an asset.
• Certification as a CCIP (Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional) would be considered an asset, referring to the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) for more information.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The DEI Coordinator may be required to perform additional duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization. The position reports to the Senior Manager of DEI and is part of the People and Culture team. Discretion, privacy, and ethics are imperative in handling confidential information.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.At Modern Niagara, we recognize the value of fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization and are committed to eliminating barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups (women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, and new immigrants) in the construction industry. Our DEI vision is to build an organization where everyone has access to the same opportunities, experience equitable outcomes, and can thrive and reach their full potential.We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. Modern Niagara is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise us so that suitable accommodations can be made. We can be reached at careers@modernniagara.com.

Expected salary

Location

Vaughan, ON

Job date

Wed, 15 May 2024 23:43:24 GMT

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