Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Anti-Racism Leader

As part of the Shared Health Workforce team, the Wellbeing Centre of Expertise will develop, implement and evaluate a multi-year “made in Manitoba” provincial workplace wellbeing strategy to instill a holistic culture of wellbeing, psychological safety, belonging, equity, and meaningful connection through six inter- dependent pillars: People First, Instill Belonging, Foster Purpose & Growth, Inspiring Leaders & Inspired Teams, Intentional Organizational Action, and Organizational Sustainability.

Equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism is foundational to the core pillar of Belonging within the Wellbeing Centre of Expertise (CoE). The Wellbeing CoE has a strategic commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism and is committed to advancing this work through systemic cultural change at all levels within Manitoba’s healthcare workforce to foster a diverse and inclusive environment.

Main Function:

Reporting to the Executive Director, Provincial Wellbeing, the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Anti-Racism (EDI-A) Leader, will play a pivotal role in advancing our commitment to eradicate racism and promote an equitable, inclusive, and safe culture, free from discrimination for all of Manitoba’s healthcare workforce. This role will be a lead in supporting our commitment to cultural change through the development and implementation of provincial policies and strategies that dismantle systemic barriers and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, where all healthcare staff, regardless of their age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or disability status, feel valued and included in their workplace. Through educational and capacity-building initiatives across Manitoba’s provincial healthcare workforce, the EDI-A Leader addresses the bases of marginalization to promote belonging by working collaboratively with the Manager of Provincial Wellbeing, Indigenous Health, and Service Delivery Organizations to transform the workplace experience. The EDI-A Leader will serve as a role model, change agent, and subject matter expert, and will work collaboratively across the healthcare system to offer their guidance and expertise on strategic projects, initiatives, policies, and processes that will embed intersectional, anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and anti-discriminatory practices in supporting a culture of belonging, respect, and wellbeing for all healthcare workers. The ideal candidate is deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces for everyone and uplifting people within equity deserving groups.

The EDI-A Leader is accountable for ensuring the strategic execution of the EDI-A portfolio through direct and indirect influence within Shared Health and across Service Delivery Organizations. The EDI-A Lead will work closely and collaboratively with members of the provincial Indigenous Health team, HR, Union Partners, Service Delivery Organizations, Shared Health, Manitoba Health, equity- deserving community groups, and other health providers and community organizations.

• Five (5) years’ experience developing and implementing strategic initiatives to advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism preferably within healthcare or other complex organizations, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Lived experience and expertise in equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism knowledge, epistemologies, methodologies, histories, and/or traditions is required.
• Lived experience as a member of an Indigenous and/or equity-deserving community is required.
• Experience and demonstrated sensitivity in collaborating with Indigenous Peoples and culturally diverse populations is an asset.
• Experience working with partners, organizations, communities, networks, coalitions and multi-partnered projects in a healthcare environment is preferred.
• Experience organizing, moderating and facilitating strategic discussions, training, and collaborative opportunities across cultures, disciplines, and belief systems.
• Experience with EDI-A policy development and implementation, climate surveys, data interpretation, presenting to senior leaders, in the context of large complex organizations.
• Familiarity with Manitoba’s public health care system and services.
• Intermediate skills in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint and virtual platforms (i.e. Microsoft Teams) required.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area of study with a focus on human rights, diversity, equity and inclusion (e.g. Critical Race Studies, Indigenous Studies, Cultural Studies, Women’s Studies, Sociology, Social Work, Public Health, Human Resources, Business Administration or a health-related field).
• Master's degree and/or certification in EDI-A or related areas such as the Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional or a Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion designation is preferred.
• Familiarity with anti-racism principles, Gender-Based Analysis (GBA), Trauma and Resilience Informed Practice, Cultural Safety, Humility, Psychological Safety, and multi-cultural perspectives on wellbeing is an asset.
• Will be required to complete cultural safety training, including specific Indigenous cultural awareness training, required by the employer.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Active member in good standing of an associated regulatory body as appropriate.
• A valid Manitoba driver’s license and use of a personal motor vehicle is required.

• The provincial health system in Manitoba has adopted the LEADS in a Caring Environment framework.
• Proven interpersonal skills and ability to inspire and engage others, build networks, and develop trusting relationships, with a focus on fostering a culturally safe and inclusive environment.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing successful EDI-A strategic plans and initiatives, including training programs, policy development, and equity-deserving community engagement efforts.
• Demonstrated leadership skills to enact meaningful and measurable change by serving as role model, change agent, and subject matter expert who works collaboratively across the organizational system to offer their guidance and expertise on strategic projects, initiatives, policies, and processes that embed intersectional, anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and anti- discriminatory practices.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions, influence change, and facilitate problem-solving that is guided by a deep understanding of the systemic barriers and realities faced by marginalized and underrepresented groups and the Canadian colonial impacts faced by Indigenous Peoples and/or equity-deserving communities.
• Demonstrated ability to work with equity-deserving groups and in developing and facilitating inclusive and safer spaces (e.g., Communities of Practice, Sharing Circles, Employee Resource Groups) and instilling a culture of belonging among healthcare workers.
• Ability to work and engage in trusting relationships at all levels of the organization from executive tables to front lines, and with diverse audiences.
• Ability to engage in sensitive conversations and act as an advisor on restorative processes to challenge discrimination and bias and uphold respectful and inclusive behaviour to support the belonging and acceptance of all.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and be adaptable to changing priorities as needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders at all levels.
• Fluency in English and bilingualism in French an asset.

• May be required to work safely in a typical computerized office environment with frequent meetings.
• May be required to travel throughout the service area requiring a valid Manitoba driver’s license
• and use of a personal motor vehicle.
• Some evening/weekend work may be required.