EDI Project Coordinator

Classification & Regular Hours

Hours per Week: 35

Salary Grade 13: $61,250 - $72,020, commensurate with experience.

Please note, this is a temporary full time contract opportunity with an expected end date of May 29, 2026.

Secondments are Welcome

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About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

Through critical reflection and the expansion of justice-seeking initiatives meant to eradicate systemic and structural disadvantages faced by marginalized communities, this unit will develop and deliver programs and strategies to strengthen equity, diversity, inclusion and a sense of belonging throughout the campus. Members of underrepresented or equity-seeking groups include, but may not be limited to, women, Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis), persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, black and persons of colour and members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities. In recognition that all individuals have multiple aspects of identity, an intersectional lens is used when assessing EDI efforts and/or developing policies/programs at the University.

Responsibilities

The EDI Project Coordinator will coordinate the Western B.L.U.E. (Black Leadership University Experience) program, which aims to empower and support Black students throughout their university journeys, so they are confident and prepared to embark on successful and fulfilling careers. The role will work in collaboration to communicate with employers, students and University as well as community leaders, matching employer challenges to interested students. The EDI Project Coordinator will set up interviews, design professional development activities for students as well as various program events. This role will also design and enhance educational programs by conducting research, producing evidence-based guides, and developing the structure, content, and learning objectives of new online programs, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and learner needs. Additionally, the EDI Project Coordinator will create online teaching materials and instructional resources that support effective asynchronous & synchronous program delivery and foster engaging, inclusive, and outcomes-based learning experiences. The role will research and identify best practices in learning technologies, learner engagement, and facilitate the implementation of these online learning experiences. The role will collaborate with members of the Office of EDI and subject matter experts to ensure the course design is reflective and respectful of EDIDA pedagogies.

Qualifications

Education:

• Undergraduate degree
• Project Management Professional certification is preferred
• Curriculum design certificate/diploma would be an asset

Experience:

• 2 years experience supporting complex projects
• Experience with communications and operational service to underrepresented or equity-deserving groups
• 2 years’ experience developing and implementing education/training, preferably in a post-secondary education setting
• Experience developing curriculum and assessing adult-learning
• Experience working in community-based research is preferred
• Experience working with Western University, gaining an understanding of the organizational structure and the integrations between student, staff and faculty populations would be an asset
• Training in facilitation, conflict resolution, or other skills for group process preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of various project management methods and tools include specialized software to support the curriculum planning and monitoring of projects and issues
• Excellent planning and time management skills, with ability to multi-task, produce and coordinate projects within tight deadlines
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy with all sensitive issues and special situations
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently and with a strong sense of accountability
• Leadership and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide guidance and resolve issues independently
• Self-driven, independent critical thinker who is highly motivated and skilled at anticipating and resolving stakeholder relation issues
• Experience developing and implementing engagement strategies to inform program design and planning, including but not limited to engaging with community organizations, program staff, community, and/or individuals with lived or living experience
• Experience designing and developing strategies, programs, and action plans and leading and supporting staff training, with a focus on equity, inclusion, accessibility, anti-oppression, and human rights
• Ability to effectively present information and conduct training sessions and workshops

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.