Associate Vice President, Equity & Inclusion Greater Kitchener, Canada Area

The Company is seeking an Associate Vice-President, Equity and Inclusion to play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of inclusive excellence. The successful candidate will be a strategic leader, responsible for advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging across all aspects of the institution. This includes providing visionary leadership, developing and implementing a comprehensive framework for inclusive excellence, and ensuring that the principles of equity and human rights are integrated into the fabric of the university. The role involves close collaboration with senior leadership, governance bodies, and campus partners to address systemic barriers, support the success of diverse communities, and lead institutional transformation. Applicants for the Associate Vice-President, Equity and Inclusion position at the company should have a graduate degree in a relevant discipline, with a doctoral degree considered an asset, and significant senior leadership experience in related fields. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in leading organizational and cultural transformation, a strong knowledge of human rights, accessibility, and anti-oppression practices, and the ability to build trusted partnerships with diverse communities. Key responsibilities include strategic oversight of policies and processes, fostering a culture of inclusion through education and engagement, and leading the Office of Equity and Inclusion in its mission to advance the company's commitments to equity and human rights. The role requires a collaborative, consultative leader with exceptional communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complex and sensitive issues with integrity and transparency.

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University of Guelph