Human Resources Advisor, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The NRC Advantage

Great Minds. One Goal. Canada's Success.

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada's largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year.

We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you.  Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.

At the NRC, we know that diversity enables excellence in research and innovation. We are committed to a diverse and representative workforce, a safe and respectful work environment, and contributing to a more inclusive Canadian innovation system.  We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage you to complete the employment equity self-declaration questions during the job application process.

We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage you to complete the employment equity self-declaration questions during the job application process.

Please let us know of any accommodation measures required to help you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Please note that the information you provide will be treated confidentially. 

Your Challenge

Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada's largest research and technology organization.

We are looking for a Human Resources (HR) Advisor, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) to support our HR Branch. The HR Advisor would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

You will provide HR program advice, guidance and subject expertise to advance EDI in the workplace. You will drive and support initiatives to recruit and retain a diverse workforce, identify and remove barriers to employment, advancement and participation, and to foster an inclusive, accessible and anti-racist culture. You will work closely with management, champions, grassroots organizations, HR practitioners and other service providers to advance workforce and workplace EDI goals.

This position will be part of a new work unit responsible for the delivery of workplace programs to advance equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI), official languages (OL) and wellness.

This role will appeal to a results driven HR practitioner who values partnering and is committed to advancing EDI in the workplace. You will be motivated by the challenge of delivering HR programs and advice that enables meaningful change and the advancement of research and innovation. 

Our Inclusive Work Environment

We are committed to ensuring that each staff member promptly receives the accommodation they need to do their job and we understand the importance of work/life balance.

NRC employees enjoy a wide range of benefits that include comprehensive medical and dental, pension and insurance plans as well as annual vacation time and other leave. The NRC also offers learning and development opportunities. For more information, please visit our website.

Screening Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Degree from a recognized university in a field relevant to the work to be performed.

An equivalent combination of experience, education, training and/or experience may be accepted.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

Experience in human resources management including providing strategic and functional advice on employment related policies, programs and/or initiatives.

Experience implementing employment and workplace focused strategies, programs, training and/or approaches to advance EDI.

Experience designing and developing programs, tools and/or approaches for broader roll-out and use by various stakeholders. 

Experience transferring knowledge to others (e.g. managers, HR practitioners, other service providers).

Condition of Employment

Reliability Status

Language Requirements

Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC 

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment Criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of HR management principles, practices, and frameworks.
• Knowledge of barriers faced by equity deserving groups in employment and the workplace, and strategies, approaches and promising practices to advance EDI in a workplace setting. 
• Ability to provide sound advice and to transfer knowledge to stakeholders including managers, HR practitioners and other service providers. 
• Ability to produce high quality written products including reports, communiqués, briefings, tools and resource materials for stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to conduct research and analysis and to formulate recommendations and paths forward.
• Ability to manage projects, deliver results, and bring work to completion. 

Behavioural Competencies

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Management Services

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Relocation

Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.

Compensation

From $89,315 to $99,280 per annum. 

In addition, the incumbent will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including comprehensive health and dental plans, pension and insurance plans, vacation and other leave entitlements.

Notes

• A pre-qualified list will be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• In order to ensure a prompt and efficient processing of applications, candidates are encouraged to provide, along with their résumé, a detailed covering letter explaining how they meet each of the requirements of this position (education, experience, language requirements) by providing concrete examples. In addition, the candidate is encouraged to describe in detail when, where and how he/she gained the experience.
• Preference may be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.