Manager, Diversity, Equity - Montréal, Canada - Canadian National Railway

Canadian National Railway
Canadian National Railway
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Montréal, Canada

2 weeks ago

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At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges.

You can expect an interesting environment where you are part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track.

We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference.

You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters.

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Job Summary


The Manager, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) is responsible for guiding the execution and implementation of DE&I strategies across CN.

The position supports the identification and rollout of action plans, ensures programs are aligned with creating a culture of inclusion, and that CN's workforce is representative of the communities in which it operates.

Furthermore, the role assists in the tracking and communication of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to DE&I.

Main Responsibilities

Execute and Implement DE&I Strategies

  • Assist in the development of initiatives that mark significant cultural events in conjunction with internal stakeholders (e.g., Communications Hub)
  • Support the review of existing processes to identify unconscious biases and ensure that all established practices are aligned with the organizations DE&I strategy
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in the design and implementation of key DE&I programs
  • Propose solutions to facilitate the piloting and execution of programs that will address gaps
  • Coach and support Human Resource Business Partners (HRBPs) on building diversity plans and metrics
  • Ensure CN's DE&I web and Yammer pages are up to date and curate appropriate content
Manage DE&I Partnerships and Events

  • Research, coordinate and maintain key external partnerships and sponsorships
  • Act as CN's representative at various DE&Irelated networks and associations across Canada and occasionally in the United States (U.S.)
  • Research events and conferences across Canada and partner with the Senior Manager, DE&I for U.S. events and engage with all levels within the organization to encourage participation
  • Manage CN's participation in external events to showcase diverse talent and collaborate with the managers of Talent and Human Resources (HR) to ensure that CN has appropriate diversity representation at events
  • Represent the team and organization on internal and external committees
Measurement and Tracking

  • Analyze data on representative groups across the complete employee life cycle on a continual basis to identify trends of concern and pinpoint root causes of issues
  • Participate in the determination, tracking and measurement of KPIs for DE&I
  • Assist with preparation of annual Employment Equity and reports
Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The role requires occasional travel (30%) across Canada and the U.S.


Requirements:

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of DE&I experience in a large, global, highly matrixed organization
  • Experience in program and project management
  • Experience analyzing data and translating metrics into strategies and action plans
  • Experience prioritizing tasks, motivating, and influencing without authority
  • Experience facilitating discussions, focus groups, and presenting information to a varied audience
Education/Certification/Designation

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or a related field


  • Certification in DE&I

  • Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset
Competencies

  • Collaborates with others and shares information
  • Promotes diversity and equity
  • Creates a sense of belonging and inclusion
  • Delegates and empowers others to create accountability
  • Sets direction and inspires others
  • Communicates with impact
  • Solves problems to create value
  • Provides recognition
  • Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
  • Demonstrates agility and drives change
Technical Skills/Knowledge

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel)
  • Strong English communication skills both written and verbal
  • French communication skills both written and verbal
  • Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

About CN
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler.

Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year.

As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S.

through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919.

CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
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