Senior Diversity & Inclusion Specialist

What you’ll do :

• Lead the development and execution of DIEW programs and policies to enhance the employee experience across FCL and the CRS.
• Be comfortable being uncomfortable while guiding others to do the same, ensuring we are creating a psychologically safe environment where all employees can bring their whole selves to work.
• Collaborate with other HR functions to support program and policy implementation evaluating progress and measuring / reporting outcomes through the DIEW lens.
• Support local Co-ops on their individual diversity and inclusion journeys as well as their employee wellbeing strategies and programs.
• Work strategically and collaboratively with stakeholders within and outside of the People and Culture team to ensure programs align with business needs and support the achievement of business results.

Who you’ll work with :

As part of the Diversity, Inclusion, and Employee Wellbeing team you will collaborate with various other functions within the People and Culture team, in addition to various local Co-ops across Western Canada.

You will report into the Manager, Diversity, Inclusion and Employee Wellbeing.

Why it matters :

We help local Co-ops grow and thrive by offering a range of professional services, including marketing, market research, information technology, human resources, accounting, risk management and business development.

Who you are :

You are looking for a career in Human Resources & Training and :

• Have a minimum of 6+ years of progressively responsible experience. Previous experience in design, execution, and measurement of Diversity, Inclusion, and Employee Wellbeing programs and initiatives preferred.
• Have a bachelor’s degree with preference for HR, Commerce, Business Administration or Social Sciences (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).
• Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional (CCIP) or Chartered Professional of Human Resources (CPHR) designations are considered an asset.
• Have proven experience communicating effectively (both verbally and written) at all levels both internally and externally.
• Have a strong aptitude for building and maintaining relationships, influencing colleagues, and delivering results in a collaborative environment.
• You’re honest and trustworthy, are results oriented and take pride in delivering high quality work consistently.
• You are comfortable with ambiguity and are able to bend and flex your approach based on real-time feedback from various stakeholders.
• You value the perspectives of others and are committed to contributing to the safe and inclusive work environments for team members at all levels.

What we offer :

• Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member.
• As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth.

To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit .

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via All information received will be kept confidential.

If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by November 21, 2024.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted. FCLHP

As this position is considered a position of trust, you may be required to complete a criminal record check in accordance with FCL policies.

FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work.

We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.