ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Provide leadership and training opportunities to the SFI Team which includes the PLT Canada Team, as well as the SFI and PLT Networks on important themes including, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility, in line with policies and programs and action plans.
Provide leadership in the development and continual improvement of Diversity & Inclusion policies, programs, and action plans.
Grow action-oriented relationships with community-serving organizations, emphasizing those serving Indigenous and newcomer youth, members of visible minorities, rural Canadians, and youth living with disabilities.
Co-develop and launch cohort-specific iterations of the PLT Canada Mentorship Program, in collaboration with PLT Canada’s Manager of Career Education and utilizing the extensive SFI and PLT networks to achieve positive outcomes.
Interface with the PLT Canada team and the broader SFI Network to recruit and ensure mentor selection criteria supports a positive, safe and professional experience for our mentees.
Guide the adaptation of existing PLT Canada programming to further increase accessibility and better meet the needs of diverse youth, including but not limited to skills development, Ambassador programs, Green job placements for youth and more.
Lead the development of new programs and services that more fully enable Green Jobs employers to
recruit and retain and advance diverse youth in meaningful work experiences. 8. Engage with PLT Network employers to identify leading forest and conservation sector practices in diversity, inclusion and accessibility
Be creative! If you can think of ways to meaningfully grow our relationships and foster greater diversity in the Green Jobs sector, bring them to the table
Support the PLT Canada and SFI teams in the delivery of other objectives as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS/PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
The ideal candidate will bring:
A demonstrated ability to work respectfully and collaboratively with a diverse range of partners to develop solutions-focused outcomes;
A demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team to design and implement community-focused programming, including youth-focused education and employment initiatives;
A proven ability to work in an engaging and respectful manner with young people, age 15 to 30, from diverse backgrounds;
The ability to think creatively, to design and adapt programming to meet the needs of diverse youth and communities;
Personal commitment to diversity, inclusion and accessibility training in a solutions-oriented manner
Demonstrated ability to be a problem solver and a utility player;
Positive attitude and high energy, enjoyment working cooperatively in a team environment;
Track record for managing multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment, handling tasks with diplomacy, tenacity, patience, and a drive for results;
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to effectively plan, analyze, and meet deadlines;
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint);
Superior written and verbal communications skills, including interpersonal communication;
A sound work ethic with the ability to act both independently and as part of a team; and,
Ability to travel, up to 20% of time
Bilingualism (English and French)

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Degree or equivalent lived experience in Human Resources, Psychology, Community Development, Social Work, Public Health, Social Sciences, or another relevant field to supporting youth development.
5-10 years work experience in this field.
Demonstrated experience with youth-focused programs, projects, resources, tools, and concepts related to diversity and inclusion

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, email a resume and cover letter to the attention of Paul Robitaille, Sr. Manager, Indigenous and Youth Relations at jobs@sfiprogram.org . Subject line should say “Application: Manager of Diversity and Inclusion”. Applications will be accepted until September 8, 2020, or until the position is filled.