Social Planning Analyst

1 week ago


Richmond, British Columbia, Canada City of Richmond BC Full time

Social Planning Analyst:


The City of Richmond is committed to be the most appealing, livable, well-managed community in Canada, a goal that is only made possible by developing our most valuable asset - _our people_.

This is a great opportunity to join our team and shape our community. The City of Richmond offers competitive pay programs, comprehensive benefits and attractive incentives.

If you are looking to make a difference, and to share our vision "to be the most appealing, livable, and well-managed community in Canada", then please apply.


Overview:


Reporting directly to the Program Manager, Social Development, the Social Planning Analyst will be responsible for a variety of planning duties related to advancing accessibility, poverty reduction and the Recreation Fee Subsidy Program, including undertaking tasks related to research, data analysis, and policy and program evaluation to support the development, implementation and ongoing enhancement of the Council adopted strategies and plans related to poverty reduction and accessibility.

The incumbent will also assist with the implementation of initiatives related to accessibility and poverty reduction, support the facilitation of community and stakeholder engagement processes, contribute to reports on pertinent social development matters, investigate potential grants and other opportunities to enhance and sustain City of Richmond's accessibility and poverty reduction objectives, assist in responding to information requests from the public, staff, and external agencies, liaise with internal and external contacts on priority accessibility and poverty reduction initiatives, and monitor and compile statistics on current social trends, policies and regulations.


Examples of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Provides planning support to the Planner 2, Poverty Reduction, Accessibility Coordinator and the Program Manager, Social Development by performing a wide variety of planning duties to support the development, implementation and ongoing enhancement of Council adopted strategies and plans related to poverty reduction and accessibility.
  • Assists with the implementation of initiatives related to accessibility and poverty reduction, including supporting the ongoing development, implementation and enhancement of the Recreation Fee Subsidy Program.
  • Supports the facilitation of community engagement processes, including outreach activities for the Recreation Fee Subsidy Program.
  • Investigates potential grants and other opportunities.
  • Conducts research and analysis; monitors and compiles statistics on current trends, policies and regulations related to poverty reduction and accessibility issues; provides research and analytical support in the development and implementation of Recreation Fee Subsidy Program; and contributes to reports on pertinent accessibility and poverty reduction matters.
  • Writes reports summarizing issues and assists in the formulation of policies and recommendations.
  • Liaises with other City departments and other external contacts on priority accessibility and poverty reduction initiatives; gathers and analyzes information for related progress reports within the Community Social Development Department; contacts planning professionals from other jurisdictions; and coordinates meetings for various Cityled committees and tables.
  • Responds to internal and external inquiries and information requests in person, by phone, or through written correspondence from the public, City departments, and external agencies regarding poverty reduction and accessibility issues.
  • Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Considerable knowledge of principles, practices, policies, and theories of community development, social planning and how they can be applied to advance accessibility and poverty reduction.
  • Considerable knowledge of the social structure and services operating in the community, including community demographics, relevant legislation, federal and provincial initiatives, policies, municipal best practices and community initiatives.
  • Sound knowledge of social issues and barriers facing vulnerable groups and individuals in an urban setting and the best practices for mitigating those issues in a municipal context. Contributes to reports on pertinent accessibility and poverty reduction matters.
  • Ability to analyze and present data and information in a clear and concise manner.
  • Ability to manage multiple work deadlines.
  • Ability to produce quality work in terms of research, analysis, and recommendations.
  • Ability to communicate in an effective and professional manner both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal City departments, industry professionals and external stakeholders to carry out the functions of the Department.
  • Ability to work independently with general direction and use independent judgment when re


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