Sexualized Violence Prevention and Response Manager - Jobs in Kamloops, BC

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Application RestrictionsOpen to both Internal and externalJob TypeAdministrative/ManagementPosting In effect from7/3/2022Closing Application Date21/3/2022Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.Full/Part TimeFull TimeAdmin TypeOngoingAnticipated Start Date1/4/2022Position End Date (If Applicable)DUTIES**Subject to 2022-2023 budget approval.**Thompson Rivers University is seeking an exceptional professional with specialized skills in the area of violence against women/gender-based violence to fill the role of Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Manager (the Manager). Housed within the Office of the Dean of Students, the Manager is charged with the following primary responsibilities:

• Coordinating a comprehensive, survivor-led university response upon receiving disclosures of sexual and gender-based violence (including but not limited to sexual assault, sexual harassment, domestic and family violence) from members of the university community. A coordinated response may include arranging academic and living accommodations.

• Drafting safety plans for survivors of sexual violence and providing support and information regarding university resources and complaint resolution procedures.

• Working closely with relevant stakeholders, reflecting campus diversity, to initiate and implement campus-wide sexual violence prevention programming.

• Acting as a centralized data collection hub for gathering information on incidences of sexual violence and gender-based violence specific to the TRU community.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIESGuided by all relevant University policies and protocols, the Manager will undertake the following duties:Sexual, Intimate and Family Violence Response Coordination

• Ensure timely and appropriate support to all disclosures of gender-based violence.
• Liaise with various university offices, administrative, and teaching staff, to coordinate appropriate workplace, residence, and academic accommodations for survivors of violence.
• Provide support, advocacy and information to survivors contemplating or engaged in informal or formal University complaints resolution processes or external investigations and criminal processes.
• Collaborate with community-based womens anti-violence organizations to develop campus safety plans for survivors.
• Facilitate referrals to community agencies and university resources.
• Remain current on sexual and gender-based violence prevention research and legislation, and national trends.
• Initiate and promote educational and training opportunities that advance a feminist/anti-oppressive response to individual and systemic incidents of violence against women/gender-based violence.
• Establish, maintain, and promote effective relationships with individuals, campus offices, alumni, related organizations, and external agencies.
• Review and update the Sexual Violence Response Protocol every two years.

Data Collection

• Design and implement comprehensive data collection methods to record disclosures of gender-based violence on campus and reported incidents of sexual violence and gender-based violence experienced by the university community off-campus.
• Develop and implement strict confidentiality guidelines governing the maintenance, release and sharing of data collected by the Manager.
• Ensure that record-keeping for such confidential disclosures is up-to-date.
• Prepare an annual report based on data related to violence against sexual violence and gender-based violence. The report will be presented to the Board of Governors, the President, Vice-Presidents, Deans, and to the broader university community.

Training Coordination

• Coordinate annual Sexual Violence Response Protocol training targeted toward a variety of populations, including but not limited to, student leaders, faculty, and staff likely to receive disclosures of sexual violence and gender-based violence, faculty and staff with supervisory responsibilities, and those whose day-to-day responsibilities involve working closely with students.
• Coordinate orientation week anti-violence programming for all new students, in partnership with the Residences, the Director of Student Affairs, and community-based womens anti-violence organizations (KSACC, etc.).
• In partnership with the Wellness Centre, Human Resources, and relevant staff, faculty and student associations, coordinate violence against sexual violence and gender-based violence prevention training activities including: bystander intervention training, sexual health education, what is consent training, training on violence against women/gender-based violence and skills development related to providing survivor support.

Education and Awareness Campaign Advising and Development

• In partnership with the Wellness Centre, Human Resources, and relevant staff, faculty and student associations, provide consultation in the development and implementation of an annual awareness campaign addressing sexual violence and gender-based violence and consent.
• Provide consultation in the development, implementation and assessment of events, programs and awareness on issues related to gender-based, sexual, intimate and family violence occurring on campus.
• Work collaboratively with other departments and student organizations to address continuing and emerging campus needs on issues related to sexual violence and gender-based violence

Campus Collaborations and Consultation

• Provide consultation and information to faculty and staff on student issues related to anti-violence practices as requested.
• Participate in various campus committees as required.

External Relations

• Maintain ongoing relationships with community agencies on sexual, intimate and family violence prevention with a specific focus on agencies working with equity-seeking groups including persons with disabilities, LGBTQ+ communities, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons and members of racialized communities.
• Other duties as assigned.

REPORTS TODean of StudentsQUALIFICATIONSREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Advanced degree in related field (e.g. Social Work, Critical Race and/or Disabilities Studies, Adult Education, Gender Studies/Feminist Research, Law, Public Policy and Administration).
• 3 years of relevant experience, preferably at a post-secondary institution.
• Previous experience providing advocacy and/or counselling to survivors of sexual, domestic and family violence, and other forms of gender-based violence.
• A strong intersectional, feminist, anti-oppressive and anti-racist analysis of sexual, intimate and family violence.
• Experience and demonstrated capacity to work effectively with equity-seeking groups on campus.
• Particular knowledge of First Nations, Métis and Inuit/Indigenous, race and disability-related issues and their intersections with other identities including gender identity/gender expression, religion, sexual orientation, etc.
• Adult education experience, preferably at a University, with highly developed skills for designing and implementing educational programs for adult learners in an educational setting.
• Demonstrated understanding of the differential impacts of trauma caused by sexual, intimate, and family violence on diverse community members.
• Demonstrated analytical skills to interpret relevant policy and legislation and develop recommendations for a wide-range of violence prevention initiatives.
• Knowledge of local community based resources.
• Proven ability to build relationships, work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, administrators, and community partners and to balance the multiple interests of diverse stakeholders.
• Exceptional oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills with a keen ability to engage with various stakeholders and members of the University community, and build rapport with diverse staff, student and faculty groups
• Demonstrated planning and project management skills.
• Proven ability to prepare and present detailed reports and assessments.
• Ability to coordinate and facilitate large-scale training and campaign development.
• Excellent judgment and ability to work independently, as well as in a team.
• Proficiency in MS Office software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software applications as well as highly-developed research capabilities.
• Ability to work outside of regular business hours.

Please Note: If you are selected for interview, External Candidates will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interviewPay BandAdmin 00LocationKamloops, BC CA (Primary)# of Hires Needed1Organizational UnitThompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Student Development -> Student AffairsDiversity and Inclusion Commitment:Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Career website.Quick Apply

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