Engagement Assistant, Hi Neighbour Program

2 weeks ago

Abbotsford, Canada United Way British Columbia Full time

**This is a short-term temporary role, budgeted for 8 consecutive weeks with a scheduled June 24th start date.**

**JOB PURPOSE**

United Way British Columbia is seeking a driven and dynamic person to fill the full-time position of **Engagement Assistant, Hi Neighbour Program** in the Abbotsford area. The Engagement Assistant, Hi Neighbour Program will assist with projects and events within the Community Investment department that engage residents, partner agencies, organizations, and local government to collaborate together to build healthy, caring, inclusive communities.

**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**

This position will provide valuable and direct work experience and network connections for an emerging young professional in the fields of community engagement and socio-economic development.
- Assist with Hi Neighbour community engagement and events, including support in resource development, marketing and administration as required.
- Provide event day logistics support additional Community Impact initiatives.
- Participate in the ongoing Hi Neighbour community engagement activities and events across the Fraser Valley Hi Neighbour neighbourhoods
- Participate in community meetings representing United Way British Columbia.
- Support correspondence and communications from the Community Investment Department.
- Ensure the United Way’s Mission, Vision and Core Values are incorporated into everyday practice.
- Ensure the Agency’s Policies and Procedures, operating standards, WCB standards, Community Licensing regulations, risk management requirements and general safety standards are met and followed.

**QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS**
- Interpersonal communication
- ability to build relationships, communicate effectively, motivate others and transform inspiration into action.
- Organization and time-management skills - ability to prioritize competing tasks, plan and organize events, and accomplish goals within a fixed timeframe.
- Teamwork skills - the desire and ability to work collaboratively towards common goals with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds and work styles, while also working independently on projects and assigned tasks.
- Passion - a personal commitment to building a better community and helping to create positive social change.
- Class 5 driver’s license.
- Successful completion of the Agency screening process, including criminal record check.

**Eligibility Requirements**

This 8-week temporary full-time role is funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program. Requirements for applicants to be eligible for this role are as follows:

You must be between 15 and 30 years of age
- You must be either a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold Refugee Status
- You must not have any family members working for United Way British Columbia

**WORKING CONDITIONS**
- 35-hour work week. Typical hours are 8:30-4:30 Monday-Friday, though the position requires some flexibility to accommodate a variety of tasks
- Require a driver’s license and access to a vehicle
- Must have the ability to work remotely or in the office, and possibly travel within the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley Region

**This is a bargaining unit role with CUPE Local 1760, and pay rate for this role is $25.81.

  • Indigenous Neighbours Program Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada Mennonite Central Committee Full time

    Canada, British Columbia, Abbotsford Applications due: 15 May, 2024 **Job Synopsis** - JOB SUMMARY The MCC BC Indigenous Neighbours (IN) Program was started over 30 years ago. The program works to foster the building of trust relationships between Indigenous groups and local churches. We are called, as a faith community, to acknowledge the need for...

  • Indigenous Neighbours Program Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada Mennonite Central Committee Full time

    Canada, British Columbia, AbbotsfordApplications due: 30 Apr, 2024Job Synopsis JOB SUMMARYThe MCC BC Indigenous Neighbours (IN) Program was started over 30 years ago. The program works to foster the building of trust relationships between Indigenous groups and local churches. We are called, as a faith community, to acknowledge the need for reconciliation to...

  • Indigenous Neighbours Program Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada Mennonite Central Committee Full time

    Canada, British Columbia, AbbotsfordApplications due: 15 May, 2024Job Synopsis JOB SUMMARYThe MCC BC Indigenous Neighbours (IN) Program was started over 30 years ago. The program works to foster the building of trust relationships between Indigenous groups and local churches. We are called, as a faith community, to acknowledge the need for reconciliation to...

  • Indigenous Neighbours Program Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada Mennonite Central Committee Full time

    Canada, British Columbia, Abbotsford Applications due: 30 Apr, 2024 **Job Synopsis** - JOB SUMMARY The MCC BC Indigenous Neighbours (IN) Program was started over 30 years ago. The program works to foster the building of trust relationships between Indigenous groups and local churches. We are called, as a faith community, to acknowledge the need for...

  • Community Builder- Sumas Prairie

    3 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada United Way British Columbia Full time

    **JOB PURPOSE** The Community Builder works within United Ways "Hi Neighbour" initiative. The Community Builder is responsible for the implementation of outreach strategies to develop opportunities for relationship building and resident engagement, in line with United Ways goals. **About "Hi Neighbour"**: "Hi Neighbour", is an opportunity for place-based...

  • Community Builder, Sumas Prairie

    4 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada United Way British Columbia Full time

    **UNITED WAY BC IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF **CANADA'S TOP 100 EMPLOYERS FOR 2024**!** **JOB PURPOSE** The Community Builder works within United Ways "Hi Neighbour" initiative. The Community Builder is responsible for the implementation of outreach strategies to develop opportunities for relationship building and resident engagement, in line with...

  • Community Builder, Fraser Valley

    2 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada United Way British Columbia Full time

    **JOB PURPOSE** The Community Builder works within United Ways "Hi Neighbor" initiative. The Community Builder is responsible for the implementation of outreach strategies to develop opportunities for relationship building and resident engagement, in line with United Ways goals. **About "Hi Neighbour"**: "Hi Neighbour", is an opportunity for place-based...

  • Community Builder, Sumas Prairie

    2 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada United Way British Columbia Full time

    UNITED WAY BC IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF CANADA'S TOP 100 EMPLOYERS FOR 2024JOB PURPOSEThe Community Builder works within United Ways "Hi Neighbour" initiative. The Community Builder is responsible for the implementation of outreach strategies to develop opportunities for relationship building and resident engagement, in line with United Ways...

  • Community Response, Peer Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada Phoenix Society Full time

    **SCOPE AND PURPOSE**: The Community Response Peer Support Worker (CRPSW) provides supportive and mentorship to those accessing overdose prevention services, including those living with mental health and in active addiction while also providing on-going advocacy for the needs of those living vulnerability in the community. This role will work in conjunction...

  • Legacy Project Engagement

    7 days ago

    Abbotsford, Canada Sumas First Nation Full time

    **SEMÁ:TH FIRST NATION** **POSITION**:Legacy Project Engagement & Communications Assistant **HOURS**:Full Time - 35 Hours per Week **TERM**:Temporary Contract - 12 Month Term Role possible extension **SALARY**:$50,000 - $60,000 per year **BENEFITS**:N/A **REPORTS TO**:Sumas First Nation Lands Manager **PURPOSE & SUMMARY** Sumas First Nation (SFN)...

  • Education Assistant Program

    4 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada Western Community College Full time

    **About US** Western Community College is a privately held provider of post-secondary education in British Columbia, offering a Bachelor of Hospitality Management degree program and more than 52 career training diploma and certificate programs in the fields of business, accounting, healthcare, education, hospitality, information technology, legal studies,...

  • 50/50 Program Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada Abbotsford Canucks Full time

    **Position**:50/50 Program Coordinator **Department**:Community Are your ready to join the Team? Your Abbotsford Canucks are seeking energetic, passionate individuals who want to be part of the action. We are excited to create memorable moments for our fans and guests of Abbotsford Centre. We can’t wait to meet you! ***: We are looking for driven,...

  • ECE assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada Angel Pines Centre Ltd Full time

    Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificateExperience: Experience an assetWork settingChild care centreTasksAssess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlersDevelop and implement child-care programs that...

  • early childhood educator

    1 month ago

    Abbotsford, Canada New Creation Christian Child Care Center INC Full time

    Education: Expérience: EducationSecondary (high) school graduation certificateWork settingChild care centreTasksAssess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of childrenAssist early...

  • early childhood educator

    4 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada New Creation Christian Child Care Center INC Full time

    Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificateExperience: 7 months to less than 1 yearWork settingChild care centreTasksAssess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of...

  • Youth and Family Engagement Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada Archway Community Services Full time

    **JOB POSTING #2024-125-02** **INTERNAL/EXTERNAL** **Foundry Abbotsford** **Youth and Family Engagement Coordinator** **Wage: $28.00 to $30.00 per hour** **Full Time: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday** **Permanent** **Engage Youth, Families and the Community in the work at Foundry Abbotsford** **Join the team at Archway** **Come Help Us Help...

  • Warehouse Associate

    4 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada Hi-Performance Distributors Full time

    **About HPD** **Who We Are** Hi-Performance Distributors (HPD) is the leading R/C and Model Hobby distributor in Canada. At our core, HPD is about real people enabling others to have fun. Every item that leaves our warehouse is an opportunity for a moment of fun in Canada. We are honoured to be a part of that. For that reason, we measure success not in...

  • 50/50 Program Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada Abbotsford Canucks Full time

    Position:50/50 Program CoordinatorDepartment:CommunityAre your ready to join the Team? Your Abbotsford Canucks are seeking energetic, passionate individuals who want to be part of the action. We are excited to create memorable moments for our fans and guests of Abbotsford Centre. We can't wait to meet you***: We are looking for driven, problem-solving,...

  • Program Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada Lower Fraser Fisheries Alliance Full time

    The Lower Fraser Fisheries Alliance currently comprised of thirty First Nation communities from the mouth of the Fraser River to the Fraser Canyon of which twenty-three are signatories to the LFFA Society. The organization is guided by an Executive Committee who is directed by the leadership of the Lower Fraser First Nations. The LFFA is in an exciting stage...

  • Programs and Events Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Abbotsford, Canada UFV SUS Full time

    The University of the Fraser Valley Student Union Society (SUS) is a BC Not-For-Profit Society representing and serving UFV students. The Society manages the Student Union Building and facilitates services such as the UFV U-PASS, food services, and the student health and dental plan. SUS also provides support to an active community by organizing events and...