About Durham College:

Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce.

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.

Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six honours bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 13,700 full-time post-secondary and 2,300 apprenticeship students. In addition, more than 14,600 students participate in professional and part-time learning. More than 110,500 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.

A forward-looking organization committed to collaboration, innovation and sustainability, Durham College is ranked annually as one of the GTA’s Top 100 employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and has been recognized as a Top 50 Research College in Canada, 10 times.

DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.

Position Information:

Department: Office of Equity Diversity and Inclusion (OEDI)

Contract administrative role: September 2025 to March 2026

Hours: 35 hours per week scheduled Monday through Friday

Location: Oshawa Campus

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Director, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, the contract Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Program Coordinator is responsible for administering and supporting the REACH. INCLUDE. SUPPORT. ELEVATE (R.I.S.E.) program.

Administrate and Support the (R.I.S.E.) Program:

• Enhance and coordinate OEDI social media presence;
• Create content for the OEDI contribution to the DC Days of Awareness Calendar and associated student and employee communications;
• Develop, deliver and evaluate one-on-one system navigation support to equity-deserving students, including survivors of sexual violence and human rights violations;
• Coordinate facilitation and evaluation of intersectional community-based supports to equity-deserving students, including survivors of sexual violence and human rights violations;
• Manage Multi-Faith and Quiet Space;
• Support development of human rights and sexual violence training materials for students and employees;
• Assist with providing mentorship, training, and other supports to identity-based student groups;
• Support OEDI leadership on Durham Region EDI Community of Practice;
• Conduct knowledge gathering to support development of internal and external departmental and institutional reports.

Other Related Duties as Required:

• Support planning and administration related to activities/ responsibilities of the OEDI team;
• Provide support to student employees and placement students;
• Provide program support to the Director as needed.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a four-year degree in Social Sciences, Education or a related field;
• A minimum of one year of relevant experience is required;
• Demonstrated foundational knowledge across key areas, including:
• Ontario Human Rights Code and broader human rights frameworks,
• Equity, Inclusion, Anti-Racism, Anti-Oppression, and Social Justice principles,
• Sexual and gender-based violence,
• Intercultural communication,
• Crisis response practices such as Mental Health First Aid and suicide intervention, and
• Trauma-informed practice.
• Sensitivity to intersecting social identities, including race, gender identity, sexuality, ability, and socioeconomic background;
• Broad understanding of social issues and the impact of those issues related to achieving an inclusive learning environment;
• Experience working alongside and supporting equity-seeking groups, especially with situations impacting mental health and wellness;
• Familiarity with relevant legislation such as Ontario Human Rights Code, Bill 131, 132, Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Ontarians with Disabilities Act;
• Knowledge of and willingness to build and foster relationships with community agencies;
• Experience conducting literature reviews and environmental scans to inform program design and reporting;
• Highly developed interpersonal skills to authentically engage with diverse campus and community stakeholders;
• Knowledge mobilization skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills;
• Proficiency with digital tools such as Canva and MS 365 suite;
• Organizational and time management skills.