Community Program Specialist

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada EMCN Full time

**Community Program Specialist**

Temporary full-time - 37.5/week, including evenings and weekends

Duration: March 31, 2024

This role necessitates the ability to work within the community across multiple locations.

**We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**the program**

**the challenge**

**the opportunity**
- Build meaningful and empathetic relationships with program participants and community members, discovering their unique strengths, interests, and needs. Support and encourage their active engagement with Community Programs, making a positive impact in their lives.
- Facilitate inspiring in-person and virtual program sessions, activities, and meetings using the collaboratively developed facilitation guides and program plans. Bring your passion and energy to create engaging experiences for all participants.
- Compile, adapt, and develop resource materials for Community Programs, providing participants with valuable tools for personal and professional development.
- Develop and implement compelling communications strategies and materials for Community Programs. Through posters, newsletters, presentations, and social media, inspire and engage the community.
- Capture the impact of program activities through detailed documentation, supporting essential reporting to funders and stakeholders. Showcase the positive changes and growth resulting from our collective efforts.
- Cultivate respectful relationships with external partners to enhance program delivery, strengthening our impact and reach in the community.
- Play a lead role in planning and executing the logistics for Community Programs, from booking spaces to organizing field trips, coordinating guest speakers, managing registrations, and ensuring supplies are readily available. Be the driving force behind successful and memorable events.
- Take charge of developing and revising facilitation guides and program plans that reflect the participants' strengths, interests, and valuable feedback. Be part of creating dynamic and inclusive programs that resonate with our community.

**what it takes**

While all backgrounds will be considered, the most helpful history will include lived experience, knowledge, training and education in social sciences, social services or community development and five years of experience working with newcomers and refugee youth, women, seniors and their families, and community networking. Directly related experience with youth augmented with a diploma in Social Sciences, Human Services, Community Development or a related field is preferred.

To do this job satisfactorily, the role requires a willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends. A **valid Class 5 drivers' license, insured and registered reliable vehicle** access are also essential for fulfilling the responsibilities of this position.

**characteristics & attributes**
- Demonstrates a deep understanding of oneself, recognizing the impact of personal perceptions and attitudes on others.
- Shows the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and participants, fostering an inclusive and harmonious work environment.
- Driven to achieve outcomes aligned with organizational goals, optimizing resources, and being accountable to internal and external stakeholders.
- Possesses strong skills in leading and guiding discussions and presentations in diverse settings.
- Proven ability to manage time efficiently and maintain excellent organizational practices.
- Skilled in developing and nurturing relationships in varied contexts, contributing to the growth and cohesion of teams.
- Exhibits proficiency in both written and oral communication, conveying information clearly and concisely. Fluency in English is required. Bilingual or multilingual is an asset.
- Flexible and willing to embrace change, adjusting schedules and approaches as needed to address evolving situations.
- Shows proven intercultural awareness and sensitivity, while adhering to professional code of ethics, and complying with FOIP and PIPA regulations, legislation, and company policies.

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