The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, West Park Health Care Centre and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.
The purpose of the Director, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is to ensure that UHN has an effective suite of programs to promote and ensure the achievement of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility & Anti-racism (IDEAA) objectives and the creation of an inclusive and accessible working and learning environment across UHN - including TeamUHN, volunteers, patients, physicians and learners. In pursuit of this goal, the incumbent is responsible for designing and/or sponsoring educational programs and communications that enhance cultural awareness, promote the values of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-racism to UHN stakeholders and promote positive behavioural change. Additionally, the successful incumbent will lead the attainment of IDEAA goals for UHN and track progress toward achieving these goals, support and educate managers and People & Culture department (HR) representatives in understanding complex IDEAA issues, and help to identify and remove systemic contributors to inequity.
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Why Join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.