Gender Based and Sexual Violence Prevention and Education Specialist

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Please Note: The ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary and the ability to work in a flexible and changing environment is a requirement for this position.

Gender-based and sexual violence can happen anywhere, including NAIT. Together we can create a safe, supportive community free from gender-based and sexual violence. NAIT's Gender Based and Sexual Violence (GBSV) Prevention and Education Specialist is an advisor and consultant to all departments across the institute. The successful individual will be leading broad-scope initiatives and projects interacting with students and staff across the polytechnic. The GBSV Specialist will contribute to building a safe and inclusive working and learning environment where all people are welcomed, valued and treated equitably and with fairness, advancing NAIT's strategic commitments to Gender Based and Sexual Violence (GBSV) Prevention, Education and Response.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide GBSV prevention, education and response subject matter expertise, by applying theories, best practice, leading methodologies, and/or lived experience to infuse GBSV best practice into institutional and departmental initiatives
• Apply trauma-informed GBSV and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) lens to policy, procedure, strategy, communication, and other institutional projects
• Responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of initiatives advancing NAIT's strategic commitments to Gender Based and Sexual Violence (GBSV) Prevention, Education and Response including a multi-year institutional action and education plan.
• Contribute to the implementation of NAIT's Equity Diversity and Inclusion Strategy
• Change Management
• • Act as an advisor and subject matter expert, guiding leaders, staff and instructors as they seek to advance NAIT's commitments to prevention, education and response
• Support initiatives and projects aligned to the strategic priorities of the Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and Student Life Administration teams
• Implement and assess departmental GBSV prevention, education and response action plans
• Learning Facilitation and Delivery
• • Develop, coordinate, facilitate and assess programs, workshops, learning opportunities, resources, and initiatives that increase awareness of GBSV, support trauma-informed practices, skills for supporting survivors and foster inclusive learning and working environments for all
• Lead and support initiatives that commemorate, acknowledge or celebrate days of significance connected to communities most impacted by GBSV
• Participate in and support NAIT's GBSV Support Guide Network and maintain involvement with professional and community groups that advance GBSV prevention, education and response best practice
• Facilitate engagement with equity-deserving communities through relationship building, active listening, facilitating listening circles, or other relational approaches
• Represent NAIT and CCB on internal and external committees
• Receive GBSV and EDI related disclosures

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to apply trauma-informed, anti-colonial, anti-oppressive lenses to GBSV prevention, education and response.
• Advanced knowledge of issues facing historically excluded and equity-deserving communities in higher education, especially those most impacted by GBSV, and a demonstrated ability to facilitate positive, inclusive conversations on these topics.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, including comfort with speaking to large groups of people and influencing leaders, and the ability to explain complex topics to diverse audiences in accessible ways. Experience with knowledge translation considered an asset.
• Ability to deal with sensitive or confidential information in a professional manner.
• Ability to interact (and maintain composure) with people who are resistant to change, especially related to GBSV prevention, education, and response.
• Ability to research, comprehend, and apply theories and best practices related to GBSV prevention, education and response
• Exceptional workshop development, facilitation and evaluation skills, including developing and measuring learning outcomes and objectives.
• Strong working knowledge of the Criminal Code of Canada as it pertains to sexual violence, and applicable NAIT strategies, policies and procedures.
• Event Planning Skills
• Strategic thinking, critical thinking
• Skilled in computer use for internet research, developing presentations (PowerPoint), compiling statistics (Excel), developing information, doing reports and writing supporting letters for students (Word), facilitating virtual workshops (Teams, Zoom, Webex), and developing and administering surveys (Qualtrics)

Qualifications:

• Diploma or undergraduate degree in related field of study
• Preferred field of study (not limited to): education, sociology, women and gender studies, queer studies, social work, and political science
• A Master's degree would be an asset. Significant related professional experience will also be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in a post-secondary or other social justice organization with a focus on GBSV capacity-building and education delivery
• Program development and implementation experience
• Experience facilitating educational, social, and change management programs that advance equity and inclusion,
• Experience working with individuals from historically excluded and/or equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to Racialized/Black/People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, disabled people, and/or Indigenous peoples.

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or the Comparative Education Services (CES).

Remuneration: $71, $95,372.94 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification – Advisor/ Specialist II).

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta's top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT's culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at