Lead Advisor

Our culture lifts you up—there is no ego in the way. Our common purpose? We all want to win for our customers. We aim to always be evolving, dynamic, and ambitious. We believe in the power of genuine connections. Each employee is a part of what makes us unique on the market: agile and dedicated.

Time Type:

Regular

Job Description :

As the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lead Advisor (DEI), you will contribute to the development and execution of the enterprise DEI strategy and programs that elevate the employee experience, promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within the organization and help builds a diverse leadership pipeline to drive growth and profitability at Cogeco.

In this role, you will partner with Leaders, Employee Resource Groups, HR, Communications and other key stakeholders at all levels of the organization, to define, prioritize and embed purposeful DEI practices to foster an environment where employees feel valued and considered, regardless of their race, gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, economic status and other diverse backgrounds.The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of advanced practices in DEI and demonstrated experience designing, integrating, and executing a multi-year DEI roadmap, while ensuring we meet DEI duties, aims, and objectives.

DEI is fundamental to our culture and core values and Cogeco is committed to being an organization in which everyone has a fair opportunity to develop their careers and have an impact on the organization. We value diversity of thought, experience, and background and are committed to fostering a culture and an environment in which everyone is empowered to realize their full potential. This pivotal role will be the driving force behind our pursuit to embed DEI in everything we do.

**PRIMARY RESPONSABILITIES

• Evolve and implement our DEI strategy and roadmap, to ensure it aligns with the company's values, mission, and long-term business goals.

• Help define and drive the strategic execution of best in class DEI initiatives, establishing short and long-term goals aligned and integrated with the broader business strategy and our Employee Value Proposition.

• Partner with HR, leadership, and teams across the company to integrate DEI principles into all phases of the employee experience: Recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, and career development processes.

• Help build the DEI narrative and partner with the Internal and External Communication Managers to increase employee engagement, increase employer brand/voice, build trust and transparency, and to raise awareness of DEI efforts. Celebrate diversity achievements in an integrated, coherent, and authentic way (sustainability reports, award nominations, benchmarks, etc.)

• Support & guide Cogeco’s DEI Council by shaping the agenda, creating dialogue between the Council and key parts of the organization and coaching presenters and participants.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to support external sponsorships and partnerships.

• Engage, equip, and empower the company's Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to foster a culture of belonging.

• Work closely with HR Information Systems partners to monitor, measure, and report on key metrics related to the equity, diversity, and inclusion strategy including annual Accessibility and Employment Equity reporting.

• Build a strong expertise in diversity and inclusion, supporting the Communications and DEI Director in providing guidance and consultation to senior leadership, management, and employees, as needed.

• Stay abreast of legislation, regulations, reporting, and review company policies to ensure compliance and promote best practices.

• Participate in the three year accessibility plan and in the development of tactics including staying abreast of emerging industry input and requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

ACADEMIC TRAINING

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (business administration, human resources, etc.) preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE

5 to 7 years experience, including 3 years of experience in the field of diversity, equity and inclusion with a solid understanding of its principles and best practices.

SPECIFIC SKILLS

• Experience in project management and change management.
• Proficient knowledge of Google Suite to create powerful presentations for business units and Human Resources.
• Ability to aggregate and validate data, as well as provide feedback to business stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Team player and collaborative spirit.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Bilingualism (French and English) required. The incumbent will interact regularly with English-speaking customers and colleagues across Canada and the United States.

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Location :

Montréal, QC

Company :

Cogeco Communications Inc.

At Cogeco, we know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and beliefs can bring critical value to our business. The strength of this diversity enhances our ability to imagine, innovate, and grow as a company. So, we are committed to doing everything in our power to create a more diverse and inclusive world of belonging.

By creating a culture where all our colleagues can bring their best selves to work, we’re doing our part to build a more equitable workplace and world. From professional development to personal safety, Cogeco constantly strives to create an environment that welcomes and nurtures all. We make the health and well-being of our colleagues one of our highest priorities, for we know engaged and appreciated employees equate to a better overall experience for our customers.

If you need any accommodations to apply or as part of the recruitment process, please contact us confidentially at inclusion@cogeco.com