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Senior Consultant, Human Rights (EDHR)
City of Toronto · Toronto · Closes in 3 days
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1 Check who can apply You are here
The posting is on the public City of Toronto job site and does not limit applicants to current employees. Check the posting for any other eligibility details.
Education: Post-secondary education in a professional field related to the job, or an equivalent mix of education and experience. A law degree (LLB or JD) is an asset.
Experience: Extensive human rights experience in a large unionized public or private organization, and considerable experience with investigations, dispute resolution and human rights programs.
What they ask for:
- Post-secondary education in a relevant field, or equivalent experience.
- Extensive human rights experience in a large unionized organization.
- Extensive experience with complex investigations and detailed reports.
- Considerable experience with alternative dispute resolution, such as mediation.
- Knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and related employment and safety laws.
- Strong communication skills, sound judgement and ability to work independently.
2 Resume and cover letter
Tailor your resume to this posting: use its words and show each requirement with a concrete example. In Canada, leave out your photo, age and marital status. Add a short cover letter if the posting asks for one or accepts it.
3 Apply on the official site
Closing date: November 4 (Closes in 3 days) Check the closing time on the posting.
The posting does not describe the application steps. Check the official City of Toronto posting for how to apply.
4 Interview, tests and references
If you are shortlisted, they contact you, often by email. Interviews can be in person or by video, and some jobs also have a written or practical test. Have two or three references ready: former supervisors who know your work.
Good to know:
- The job is non-union and has 1 position open.
- The role may require testifying at the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal and at arbitrations.
- Accommodation during recruitment is available on request.
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