Director of Reconciliation, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) Full Time

The City of Kitchener is a vibrant and dynamic city of over 292,000, in the heart of southwestern Ontario, recognized as an innovative leader in city-building. Kitchener’s Strategic Plan articulates a vision to build a city for everyone, where together we take care of the world around us, and each other. With a strong organizational culture, the City’s People Plan champions a collective set of values that help drive a workforce of people deeply committed to public service. As the fastest growing community in Canada, Kitchener has an increasingly diverse population and is committed to being an equitable and inclusive workplace.

Kitchener is currently seeking a Director to lead its Reconciliation, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) team. The Director will provide the organization with exceptional leadership, expertise and senior-level competencies in issues of equity and inclusion and must have a strong understanding of Indigenous reconciliation. The Director will lead the implementation and monitoring of the City’s equity framework, ensuring that the concepts of the framework are reflected and integrated into corporate decisions, policies, and programs. The Director is also responsible for the day-to-day leadership of a skilled 4-person team, and will foster strong partnerships with community organizations and groups to encourage effective community engagement.