Summer Literacy Camps Program Assistant
3 weeks ago
16-week contract beginning in May and ending late August, 30 hours per week
Start Date
May 2024
Application Deadline
April 26, 2024
Compensation
TBC
Location
Remote
Description
* Inuit, First Nation, or Métis candidates are especially encouraged to self-identify and apply for this position .
United for Literacy is a national, non-profit literacy organization. We believe literacy is a right, and we work inclusively with volunteers and community partners to help children, youth and adults build the skills and confidence they need to accomplish their goals. Our network of staff and volunteers provides excellent and effective programming to improve literacy in communities across Canada, from coast to coast to coast. We value mutual respect and collaboration in all our relationships. We are seeking a Program Assistant who will provide administrative and program support to the Summer Literacy Camps Program. The Program Assistant will be part of a regional team responsible for community relationship building, logistics and planning, project delivery and administration. Overall Accountability The Program Assistant will report to the Regional Coordinator and work closely with other regional staff on all Summer Literacy Camps being delivered throughout Nunavik, Nunavut and Nunatsiavut. Major Duties and Responsibilities- Provide administrative support for camp staff recruitment and hiring process by checking references, managing paperwork, criminal record checks etc.
- Provide ongoing support to the Regional Coordinator in the building of strong relationships with camp communities, camp teams and the delivery of literacy camps
- Assist with coordinating and implementing all logistics related to summer literacy camps including travel, training, housing, materials, shipping, etc.
- Contribute to research as well as program and training resource development
- Assist with data collection and entry during and after camp, as well as processing timesheets, weekly reports and other camp related materials
- Provide general office administrative support including phone, mail, supplies and filing systems
- Use of Outlook and Microsoft Teams
Duration
16-week contract beginning in May and ending late August, 30 hours per week
Start Date
May 2024
Application Deadline
April 26, 2024
Compensation
TBC
Location
Remote
Description
* Inuit, First Nation, or Métis candidates are especially encouraged to self-identify and apply for this position .
United for Literacy is a national, non-profit literacy organization. We believe literacy is a right, and we work inclusively with volunteers and community partners to help children, youth and adults build the skills and confidence they need to accomplish their goals. Our network of staff and volunteers provides excellent and effective programming to improve literacy in communities across Canada, from coast to coast to coast. We value mutual respect and collaboration in all our relationships. We are seeking a Program Assistant who will provide administrative and program support to the Summer Literacy Camps Program. The Program Assistant will be part of a regional team responsible for community relationship building, logistics and planning, project delivery and administration. Overall Accountability The Program Assistant will report to the Regional Coordinator and work closely with other regional staff on all Summer Literacy Camps being delivered throughout Nunavik, Nunavut and Nunatsiavut. Major Duties and Responsibilities- Provide administrative support for camp staff recruitment and hiring process by checking references, managing paperwork, criminal record checks etc.
- Provide ongoing support to the Regional Coordinator in the building of strong relationships with camp communities, camp teams and the delivery of literacy camps
- Assist with coordinating and implementing all logistics related to summer literacy camps including travel, training, housing, materials, shipping, etc.
- Contribute to research as well as program and training resource development
- Assist with data collection and entry during and after camp, as well as processing timesheets, weekly reports and other camp related materials
- Provide general office administrative support including phone, mail, supplies and filing systems
- Use of Outlook and Microsoft Teams
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, lively and constantly changing environment
- Excellent listening skills
- A bility to work independently without supervision and as a member of a team
- Highly committed and organized multi-tasker, with exceptional attention to detail and strong situational problem-solving skills
- Willingness to work extended or weekend hours on occasion
- Comfortable working with computers, including basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience or interest in the fields of formal/informal education, teaching or community literacy programming
- Experience working with First Nation, Métis and Inuit individuals or communities
- Inuit who have considerable lived experience in these communities are especially encouraged to apply
Attn: Brenna McIntyre
4384 Saint-Laurent Boulevard
Montreal, QC
H2W 1Z5
Email: bmcintyre@unitedforliteracy.ca You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview. United for Literacy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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