Manager, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Montreal, Canada - CN Rail

Description

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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 milestones 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 (Corporate, Employee Resource Group initiatives)
• Propose solutions to facilitate the piloting and execution of programs that will address concerns
• Coach and support Human Resource Business Partners on building diversity plans and metrics
• Ensure CN's DE&I webpage is 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&I-related networks and associations across Canada and the US
• Research events and conferences across Canada and the US and engage with all levels within the organization to encourage participation
• Manage CN's participation in external contests to showcase diverse talent and collaborate with the managers of Talent and Human Resources to ensure that CN has appropriate diversity representation at events
• Represent the team and CN on internal and external committees (e.g. ERG planning meetings)

Measurement and Tracking

• Analyze data on representative groups across the 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 diversity, equity and inclusion
• Assist with preparation of annual Employment Equity/EEOC 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 (20%) across Canada and the US.

Requirements

Experience

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• Minimum 5 years of DE&I experience in a large organization

o Demonstrated commitment to diversity and a clear understanding of the issues
o Program and project management experience
o Experience analyzing data and translating metrics into action plans
o Experience prioritizing tasks
o Experience motivating and influencing without authority
o Experience facilitating discussions and presenting information to a varied audience

Education/Certification/Designation

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Commerce, Communications, Administration or a related field
• Certification in DE&I**Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

• Collaborates with key internal and external stakeholders to enable higher productivity
• Fosters diverse representation, and diversity of thought and experience as a strategic advantage
• Shows initiative and empowers others to raise CN's collective game
• Inspires others with impactful communications and adapts to the audience
• Initiates and drives organizational changes to enable business transformation
• Leverages feedback and coaching to improve performance
• Knows the business and stays current with industry trends to elevate expertise and work
• Tracks metrics to achieve ambitious targets and holds self and others accountable to meet performance expectations
• Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French*)

*Any skills/attributes for these above would be considered as an asset

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of cultural milestones
• General Microsoft computer skills

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. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results

At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate.

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