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Equity Diversity & Inclusion Consultant (Designated)
Competition # : 49556
Department:
Office of Equity and Anti-Racism
Location:
HALIFAX
Type of Employment:
Permanent
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 31-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
Designation Status
This opportunity is designated to applicants that identify as an Indigenous, Aboriginal or First Nation Person. Due to the nature of work and its connection to the Mi’kmaw Community in Nova Scotia, individuals who identify as Mi’kmaw and are connected to community would be considered an asset.
If you are a member of this equity group, you must self-identify during the application process to be considered. In addition, please complete the screening question as part of the application process.
About Us
The Office of Equity and Anti-Racism (OEA) works across government with partners, communities, and public service employees, to help lead and support government’s equity and anti-racism initiatives. In July 2024, our mandate was expanded to include both an internal and external focus.
For public service employees—we work to promote and advance equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility and to create a culturally responsive workplace; and
For all Nova Scotians—we work to identify and address systemic racism, barriers, and inequities in government policy, legislation, programs and services.
We are an energetic team with a positive attitude and determination to make a difference by applying a collaborative government approach. Our team strives to be representative of the communities we serve and we strongly value diversity.
If you are interested in making a difference and wish to join a strong team who strive to achieve change, we are interested in hearing from you!
Who is EDIA
The Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (EDIA) unit consists of a group of professionals who support the work of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the Nova Scotia Public Service. We support departments in eliminating barriers to underrepresented groups, establishing and meeting employment equity targets at all levels, and in creating safe, inclusive and accessible work spaces. Our team functions as one with respect and acknowledgement for differences and how they make us stronger, together.
About Our Opportunity
Are you a passionate champion for equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility? Do you enjoy strategy implementation and developing others? Do you thrive in building and fostering positive relationships and culturally responsive work environments? Do you enjoy working in a respectful environment dealing with complex issues while applying critical thinking and analysis?
If you answered yes to these questions, we have an exciting opportunity for you to explore with the Office of Equity and Anti-Racism as a Consultant, with the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Unit.
What You Will Do
As a natural leader you actively support change through effective communication and planning. As an EDIA Consultant you will report to the Director of the unit and be part of a team that provides strategic leadership, training, advice, and support to the Nova Scotia Government on EDIA activities and initiatives.
You will provide subject matter expertise, training, advice, and support on a wide range of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility issues, with a focus on all areas.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Advising and supporting client departments in the implementation of corporate strategies, such as the All Together Action Plan, Government of Nova Scotia Accessibility Plan, Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action, and other EDIA related issues and departmental plans;
Increasing awareness of and building capacity for EDIA across government. This includes facilitating a range of EDIA training courses for employees and leaders across the public service;
Partnering with colleagues from African Nova Scotian Affairs, L’nu Affairs, the Accessibility Directorate, and the Nova Scotia Public Service Commission, who also globally support…
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