Education Advisor, Sexualized Violence
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Information
Position Title
Education Advisor, Sexualized Violence
Department/Unit
Human Rights and Equity Services
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number
S204-25
Employee Group
DPMG
Position Type
Regular, On-Going
Duration of Contract (if applicable)
Employment Type
Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE)
1.0
Salary
$68,105 - $91,237 per annum
Classification
ADM-06
Provisional Statement
This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.
About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary
Housed within the People and Culture team, Human Rights and Equity Services (HRES) provides a trauma-informed, survivor centered confidential advisory service to members of the Dalhousie community. Reporting to the Director of Human Rights & Equity Services, the Education Advisor, Sexualized Violence Prevention develops and implements strategies to advance sexualized violence education and prevention initiatives across campus.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and implement a sexualized violence prevention strategy in collaboration with the Sexualized Violence Advisor and other campus and community partners.
-
Design and deliver programs and training aimed at fostering a safe and inclusive working and learning environment, including: sexualized violence & consent, trauma-informed responses to receiving disclosures, dating & healthy relationships, etc.
-
Oversee ongoing updates and appropriate development and distribution of materials including website content, displays and presentation material, publications, marketing materials, signage etc. to ensure content and promotion is consistent with strategic education plan.
-
Coordinate the implementation of Waves of Change Bystander Intervention training for students, staff, and faculty in collaboration with the Provincial Sexual Violence Prevention Education Coordinator.
-
Compile an annual report regarding sexualized violence prevention and education initiatives to provide information to the Director of HRES, Vice-President People and Culture, Vice-Provost Student Affairs, and other campus partners, demonstrating compliance with policy and government regulations.
-
Recruit, train and supervise student staff.
Note
Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
Required Qualifications
-
Undergraduate degree with one to three years’ related experience, training and knowledge of sexualized violence prevention, trauma-informed practice, intersectional anti-oppression frameworks (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
-
Some program/project management and coordination skills, including the ability to track and evaluate program/project progress and success.
-
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, with excellent group facilitation skills for a variety of internal and external audiences.
-
Demonstrated initiative and creativity, must be self-motivated.
-
An understanding of the needs of post-secondary education-aged students.
-
Proficiency in Office365 and familiarity with various social media platforms.
Assets
-
Experience in coordination of outreach and/or educational programs; experience with hands-on teaching methods and universal design.
Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies, in particular:
-
Respect & Inclusion
-
Adaptability
-
Knowledge & Thinking Skills
-
Communication
-
Service
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration
Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Open Date
10/23/2025
Close Date
11/06/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
About Dalhousie University
One of Canada's leading universities, Dalhousie University is widely recognized for outstanding academic quality and teaching, and a broad range of educational and research opportunities.
Located in Halifax and Truro, Nova Scotia, Dalhousie attracts students from around the world. Since 1818, we've been inspiring students, faculty, staff, and graduates to make significant contributions to our region, Canada, and the world.
Education Advisor, Sexualized Violence
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Information
Position Title
Education Advisor, Sexualized Violence
Department/Unit
Human Rights and Equity Services
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number
S204-25
Employee Group
DPMG
Position Type
Regular, On-Going
Duration of Contract (if applicable)
Employment Type
Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE)
1.0
Salary
$68,105 - $91,237 per annum
Classification
ADM-06
Provisional Statement
This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.
About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary
Housed within the People and Culture team, Human Rights and Equity Services (HRES) provides a trauma-informed, survivor centered confidential advisory service to members of the Dalhousie community. Reporting to the Director of Human Rights & Equity Services, the Education Advisor, Sexualized Violence Prevention develops and implements strategies to advance sexualized violence education and prevention initiatives across campus.
Key Responsibilities
-
Develop and implement a sexualized violence prevention strategy in collaboration with the Sexualized Violence Advisor and other campus and community partners.
-
Design and deliver programs and training aimed at fostering a safe and inclusive working and learning environment, including: sexualized violence & consent, trauma-informed responses to receiving disclosures, dating & healthy relationships, etc.
-
Oversee ongoing updates and appropriate development and distribution of materials including website content, displays and presentation material, publications, marketing materials, signage etc. to ensure content and promotion is consistent with strategic education plan.
-
Coordinate the implementation of Waves of Change Bystander Intervention training for students, staff, and faculty in collaboration with the Provincial Sexual Violence Prevention Education Coordinator.
-
Compile an annual report regarding sexualized violence prevention and education initiatives to provide information to the Director of HRES, Vice-President People and Culture, Vice-Provost Student Affairs, and other campus partners, demonstrating compliance with policy and government regulations.
-
Recruit, train and supervise student staff.
Note
Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
Required Qualifications
-
Undergraduate degree with one to three years’ related experience, training and knowledge of sexualized violence prevention, trauma-informed practice, intersectional anti-oppression frameworks (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
-
Some program/project management and coordination skills, including the ability to track and evaluate program/project progress and success.
-
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, with excellent group facilitation skills for a variety of internal and external audiences.
-
Demonstrated initiative and creativity, must be self-motivated.
-
An understanding of the needs of post-secondary education-aged students.
-
Proficiency in Office365 and familiarity with various social media platforms.
Assets
-
Experience in coordination of outreach and/or educational programs; experience with hands-on teaching methods and universal design.
Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies, in particular:
-
Respect & Inclusion
-
Adaptability
-
Knowledge & Thinking Skills
-
Communication
-
Service
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration
Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Open Date
10/23/2025
Close Date
11/06/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
About Dalhousie University
One of Canada's leading universities, Dalhousie University is widely recognized for outstanding academic quality and teaching, and a broad range of educational and research opportunities.
Located in Halifax and Truro, Nova Scotia, Dalhousie attracts students from around the world. Since 1818, we've been inspiring students, faculty, staff, and graduates to make significant contributions to our region, Canada, and the world.