Role overview

Description

About the Role

As a member of the Dating, Domestic and Sexualized Violence Office and overall Student Support team, the Gender-Based Violence Prevention and Response Advisor plays a crucial role in promoting a safe, inclusive, and respectful campus environment by raising awareness, providing education, and supporting survivors of gender-based violence. This position involves collaborating with various stakeholders to develop and implement prevention programs, trainings, and resources to address gender-based violence on campus.

This is a limited term position with an end date of December 26, 2026.

Responsibilities

Education and Training

Develop, deliver and evaluate comprehensive educational programs on gender-based violence prevention, bystander intervention, consent, healthy relationships, and related topics.
Conduct training sessions, workshops, and presentations for students, staff, and faculty to increase awareness and understanding of gender-based violence issues.
Collaborate with other campus departments and student organizations to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach to gender-based violence prevention education.
Stay up to date with current research, trends, and best practices in the field of gender-based violence prevention and education.

Resource Development

Create and maintain educational resources, including brochures, handouts, online materials, and videos, to support gender-based violence prevention efforts.
Develop and distribute information about available support services, reporting mechanisms, and campus policies related to gender-based violence.
Collaborate with campus stakeholders to develop and update policies and procedures regarding gender-based violence prevention and response.

Survivor Support

Provide compassionate and trauma-informed support to survivors of gender-based violence, including listening, validating, and connecting them to appropriate resources.
Serve as a confidential resource for survivors, ensuring their rights, choices, and safety are respected throughout the reporting and healing process.
Collaborate with campus counseling services, health centres, and external organizations to ensure survivors receive comprehensive support and care.

Awareness and Advocacy

Plan and coordinate campus-wide awareness campaigns, events, and initiatives related to gender-based violence prevention and awareness.
Collaborate with student groups, clubs, and organizations to promote a culture of consent, respect, and gender equality.
Engage with local communities and external partners to foster collaborative efforts and expand the impact of gender-based violence prevention programs.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, gender studies, or a related field preferred.
3-5 years experience in the area of gender-based violence work, including the developing and delivering of programs and trainings on gender-based violence prevention and response.
In-depth knowledge of gender-based violence dynamics, intersectionality, trauma-informed care, and current research in the field.
Strong understanding of survivor-centred approach and advocacy.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in a clear and accessible manner.
Empathy, sensitivity, and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Familiarity with relevant laws, policies, and reporting mechanisms related to gender-based violence.
Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Salary Range: $66,193.40 to $71,580.60.

Closing Date: September 3, 2026

Please submit both a resume and cover letter with your application.

A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one.pdf document. Please title your.pdf document as follows: [Last Name]_[Requisition Number]_[Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith_3973_CV.pdf).