About the role

Program Director leading culture and inclusion initiatives for Peel Region, advancing equity and organizational transformation. Overseeing culture, accessibility, and community engagement strategies.

Responsibilities

Lead enterprise‑wide culture, inclusion, accessibility and transformation strategies aligned to Peel’s long‑term strategic priorities and DEI commitments
Act as the corporate point of leadership and advice on organizational culture, DEI and accessibility for senior leaders, Council‑facing committees and external partners
Support executive and departmental leadership in identifying, assessing and addressing emerging issues, shifting expectations and complex organizational change
Lead and influence multi‑year, cross‑organizational transformation initiatives, ensuring strong engagement, communication and adoption
Oversee the strategic and operational leadership of Peel’s art gallery and museum, advancing arts and culture as drivers of inclusion, identity and community connection
Build strong, respectful and trusted relationships with internal stakeholders, community partners, advisory bodies and vendors
Provide regular reporting, recommendations and presentations to the Commissioner, steering committees, Departmental Leadership Teams (DLTs) and Executive Leadership Team (ELT)
Ensure responsible stewardship of operating and capital budgets related to culture, inclusion and transformation initiatives

Post‑graduate education in Arts, Social Sciences, Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field
A combination of relevant education, training and progressive leadership experience may be considered in place of formal post‑graduate education
A minimum of 7 years of progressive, relevant leadership experience leading organizational change, transformation, culture, equity or inclusion‑focused initiatives
A satisfactory Level 2 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third-party background checks will not be accepted)
Demonstrated experience advising senior leaders and navigating complex organizational, political and governance environments
Proven success leading complex, system‑level change, with the ability to influence without authority
Strong political, organizational and community acumen within a public‑sector or similarly complex environment
Deep understanding of how culture, leadership behaviours, systems and structures intersect to drive equity and inclusion
Exceptional communication, presentation and facilitation skills, including engagement with executive leaders and Council, as required
A strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to shift fluidly between vision, planning and execution
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.

Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits, including psychological health coverage, with benefits effective from your start date
Automatic enrolment in the OMERS defined‑benefit pension plan, providing long‑term financial security
Generous vacation entitlement, accruing monthly, starting at five (5) weeks per year
Three (3) paid personal days plus floating holidays each year
Flexible work hours that support wellness, balance and individual needs
Annual performance reviews and merit‑based salary increases, recognizing impact and results
Supportive leadership and a culture of respect, inclusion and care, grounded in Peel’s values
Tuition reimbursement and access to robust learning and development resources, supporting continuous growth and leadership development