Job Description

DescriptionThis position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).This position has an expected end date of July 1, 2025, and offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed on our .Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.Working at the University of AlbertaThe University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 14,000 faculty and staff, over 40,000 students and 260,000 alumni worldwide.Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people \xe2\x80\x94 from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. .PositionReporting to the Lead, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Response, the Sexual Violence Response Coordinator (SVRC) will play a pivotal role in supporting the development, coordination and implementation of initiatives related to the University\'s policy and strategy to prevent and respond to SGBV. This significant coordination role will include administering and monitoring the mandatory SGBV training program as required by the Government of Alberta; coordinating the Options Navigation Network (ONN). In addition, the SVRC will play a critical role in coordinating, implementing, rolling out, and administering new initiatives related to sexual and gender-based violence.The SVRC will organize and execute engagement and training activities across the University, to establish an authentic and open connection between the university and it community members, including students, staff and faculty, particularly those from equity-denied groups, The goals of these engagements are to stay in touch with current and emerging issues related to SGBV and to gather recent and relevant feedback.The SVRC will help the Lead, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Response to develop regular presentations and in person training opportunities, tailoring the content to the appropriate audience. The SVRC will also assist with refining the University\'s mandatory training framework, repackaging training for different external audiences, and adapting the training content to be available to all 26 Alberta post-secondaries, Alberta employers, national and international audiences.As part of the Vice Provost (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) portfolio, the SVRC will be instrumental in 1) ensuring that equity denied groups are well served and recognized in relation to their experience with the University\'s response to SGBV; and 2) that the principles developed to respond to SGBV will be adaptable to other forms of interpersonal harm, including racial harassment, bullying, and other interpersonal violence.The SVRC will have exceptional communication skills, will have experience gathering, interpreting, and sharing data, and will work in alignment with the following principles: 1) transparency, honesty, and respect; 2) equal accountability; 3) inclusion and diversity; 4) visible learning; 5) trauma-informed approach to reduce harm.The SVRC will assist the Lead, SGBV Response in developing, implementing, and tracking progress on initiatives related to the prevention of or response to sexual and gender-based -- and other forms of interpersonal -- violence. The position is critical to the University\'s ability to meet its external regulatory requirements, (for example under the Human Rights Act, FOIPA, Occupational Health and Safety and other expectations to maintain a safe learning and working environment) and internal policy and reporting requirements (for example, SGBV Policy and Procedures, SV Management Audit). The SVRC will be responsible for assisting the Lead, SGBV Response in implementing and coordinating University-wide initiatives, campaigns and training, as well as tracking and reporting on progress.DutiesCommunication (15%)

• Initiates regular communication with various members of the university community regarding SGBV
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with partners and stakeholders on campus to encourage engagement and for purposes of co-creation
• Assists with preparing and delivering presentations to various audiences, including students, student groups, staff, faculty and senior leadership
• Prepares project summaries, maintains projects
• Works with Communications Partner, coordinate communications and promotions of SGBV initiatives

Coordinating Options Navigation Network (ONN) (25%)

• Liaises with ONN unit Team Leaders
• Tracks training progress and communication with Options Navigators
• Maintains and updates the Options Navigation Network Information Repository
• Establishes an ONN community of practice
• Coordinates follow up in-person learning opportunities
• Works with IST in developing ONN App for streamlined access and statistical reporting

Planning and Organization (25%)

• Coordinates consultants and activities related to new initiatives
• Works with the Lead, SGBV Response to develop and implement new initiatives.
• Assists with the development or curates tools to be included in various toolkits (Work-Integrated Learning, Workplace Psychological Safety and other working groups)
• Organizes meetings and events of the working groups

Administering mandatory SGBV training program (10%)

• Administers e-classes on the LMS
• Liaises with relevant units to ensure mandatory training is complete
• Updates course materials as required
• Troubleshoots mandatory training for students
• Coordinates and administers follow up in-person training opportunities

Assessment and Data (15%)

• Collects and reports data on mandatory training completion
• Collects and reports data on disclosures through ONN

Qualifications

• Completion of a University Degree.
• Excellent communication skills, including experience with presentations, facilitation (ie at workshops), written skills, and listening skills.
• Extensive knowledge about sexual violence, including impact, prevention, response, services, and resources.
• Knowledge and experience in trauma-informed practices as they relate to sexual violence prevention and response.
• An ability to demonstrate an understanding of principles of Indigenous initiatives, equity, diversity, inclusivity, and intersectionality.
• An ability to demonstrate an understanding of how marginalized groups are differentially impacted by sexual violence.
• Ability to synthesize and conceptualize complex situations and use appropriate professional judgment.
• Ability to deal with diverse issues, multi-task and prioritize.
• Superior analytical reasoning and organizational skills.
• Skills in problem-solving and excellent oral, written and listening communication skills.
• Highest ethical standards.
• Ability to work independently and to take initiative.
• Good computer knowledge and skills, including Learning Management Systems.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight June 4, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

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