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Partnership and Inclusion Lead

​COMPETITION NUMBER: 1242
CLOSING DATE: MAY 22 @ 11:59PM MDT

 

COLBOURNE INSTITUTE FOR INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP

  

The Colbourne Institute for Inclusive Leadership (CIIL) empowers Western Canadian organizations to develop and maintain equitable and inclusive environments. Our focus is on providing support and training to organizations that is driven by research and data. We’re searching for an individual who will join the CIIL as a Partnership and Innovation lead. Reporting to the Institute Director, the successful candidates will thrive in showcasing the values of the CIIL of starting small and thinking big as they focus on growing the number of contracts, pursuing government funded project opportunities and growing our community partnerships in research. 

 

We’re seeking a candidate with initiative and natural relationship building skills to identify and meet with prospective clients and identify opportunities for funding in various industries and business sectors. While ensuring quality, you will also explore opportunities to sustain existing projects and relationships by providing consultative and new services, developing projects or refer them to other areas of the college so their needs can be met. Your keen eye for detail and research acumen will be put to good use as you prepare project proposals, budgets, and contracts for the college. 

 

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE   

In partnership with the Institute Director, this position will:   

  • Secure new contracts and clients for the CIIL. This involves meeting with potential clients, outlining our service areas and following up as needed. Also includes attending industry and networking events.  

  • Manage partnerships and clients. This includes regularly meeting with employers, community organizations, business and industry, and members of government to expose them to the services offered by CIIL, in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion training as well as research services and supports.   

  • With support from a business development officer, develop a budget to go along with new proposals. 

  • Work with the project team to identify funding opportunities and write project proposals to increase our research activities and support in curating new resources that will advance the CIIL’s and NorQuest’s strategic goals. 

  • Synthesize information received from prospective clients, contributors, and existing published research literature and create solution-based proposals. 

  • Respond to requests for research consultations and services that are often ambiguous in nature. 

  • Perform quality assurance with clients and funders prior to, during, and after research events, activities, or projects. 

  • Liaise with external stakeholders, networks, and service providers to collect existing data and consider ways to leverage the information for further projects.  

  • Work with clients to understand their needs and demonstrate the value of research and how it might support their work.  

  • Regularly scan existing literature on best practices with regards to EDI training in the industry. 

  

WHAT YOU BRING 

  • Bachelors Degree in related field (Social Sciences, Humanities, Business, Education) 

  • 3-5 years in managing external client relationships 

  • Experience in fostering new relationship with stakeholders and businesses. 

  • Ability to respond to inquiries and requests with precision in alignment with our services. 

  • Knowledge of e-learning technologies and best practices in EDI training.  

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills. 

  • Ability to translate research concept into plain language and work collaboratively with a team.  

  • Intermediate computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets and data management software.  

  • Excellent writing skills. 

  • 1-2 years in sales and marketing practices. 

  • Training (either degree or certificate) in Equity, Diversity and inclusion related field would be an asset.  

  • Experience in developing marketing plans or social media strategy would be an asset.  

  

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER? 

  As a difference maker you bring: 

  • Proven leadership skills with demonstrated experience working with clients and external stakeholders.   

  • Strong analytic, problem-solving, and critical thinking skill. 

  • Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to work with clients in solving complex issues.  

  • Cultural sensitivity. 

  • Ability to work collaboratively with the entire CIIL team, including the content developers, the institute director and the equity, diversity and inclusion specialist.   

 

SALARY: $89,708 - $112,166 reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full-time permanent position with immediate access to our great pension and benefit programs. Please include a cover letter in your application.

 

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

 

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

 

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

 

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

 

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

 

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.

 

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

 

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.

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