Advisor Strategic Initiatives DEI

Regional Municipality of Peel

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Advisor, Strategic Initiatives (DEI) works on Peel Region’s Culture and Inclusion team to guide the vision and lead initiatives that embed reconciliation, equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion (READI) principles into workforce and community planning. The role leads organizational DEI strategy, champions anti-racism and the removal of systemic barriers, and fosters belonging throughout the organization.

The Advisor provides strategic direction and expert advice to senior leaders and employees, mentors direct reports, and supports leadership at all levels in applying READI principles. The role leads cultural change, monitors trends, recommends and advances policy changes, and represents Peel Region at conferences, public-speaking engagements, and external READI committees.

This is a contract, full-time position for up to 13 months, with 35 hours per week. The role is based at 10 Peel Centre Drive in Brampton and follows a hybrid work arrangement, with a minimum of two days per week on-site. Off-site work must be performed within Ontario. The arrangement and in-person requirements may change based on operational needs.

Requirements

• University degree in Business, Human Resources, Public Administration, or a related field.
• At least 6 years of hands-on experience leading READI initiatives in large organizations.
• Knowledge of anti-racism, systemic discrimination, unconscious bias, and cultural competence, with the ability to translate these concepts into actionable strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to guide senior leaders and direct reports, influence strategic decisions, and lead READI initiatives from planning through execution.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to deliver presentations, facilitate workshops, and conduct consultations.
• Ability to build partnerships, unite diverse groups, and advance READI objectives with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to anticipate challenges and develop adaptable, innovative strategies for long-term organizational change.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a municipal government environment and understanding of its political and administrative culture.

Responsibilities

• Shape and lead the organization’s DEI strategy to promote inclusion, advance anti-racism, remove systemic barriers, and foster belonging.
• Mentor and lead direct reports, providing guidance and support to implement READI strategies and develop future READI leaders.
• Provide visionary strategic direction to senior leaders and help them integrate READI into their areas of responsibility.
• Advise leaders and employees on READI policies, best practices, and strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Champion organizational cultural transformation, monitor trends, make strategic recommendations, and drive READI policy changes.
• Represent Peel Region at conferences, public-speaking engagements, and external READI-related committees.
• Collaborate with leaders across the organization to integrate READI at all levels, including through coaching executives, guiding team leaders, and supporting operations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, including psychological health coverage, beginning on the first day.
• Automatic enrolment in the OMERS Pension Plan.
• Three weeks of vacation per year.
• Three paid personal days and floating holidays.
• Flexible hours.
• Annual performance reviews with merit increases.
• Tuition reimbursement and development resources.
• Hybrid work arrangement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior