Community Engagement Coordinator

Catholic Family Services of Peel-Dufferin (CFSPD) is a non-profit, charitable organization reflecting the values consistent with Catholic social teachings. CFSPD is a dynamic, growing family service agency serving all areas of Peel and Dufferin. CFSPD is committed to providing a positive work environment for its employees and excellent services to its clients.

**Position Summary**

CFSPD is currently seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator who will be responsible for leading and developing various community development and outreach initiatives and strategies. The incumbent is also responsible for implementation of these strategies in accordance with CFSPD’s mission, vision and values and strategic directions.

The Community Engagement Coordinator reports to the Director of Partnerships and Collaboration. This position will be based in Brampton, Ontario.

**Responsibilities**
- **Community Involvement**_
- Positively and professionally represent CFSPD in the community by participating and collaborating with community partners on various projects and initiatives as requested.
- Work with Parish communities.
- Network with external sources in the exchange of information through public speaking, providing in-service training, attending conference and symposiums.
- Maintain current and up-to-date knowledge of community resources.
- Coordinate collaborative community and institutional partnership initiatives to ensure compliance with established agreements and protocols.
- Develop, recommend, and ensure implementation of outreach activities and documentation of outreach efforts.
- Oversee social media efforts for the agency.
- **Community Engagement Initiatives Development**_
- Oversee the effective operation of community development initiatives, provide strategic leadership and provide input on the feasibility of new programs and services in response to emerging needs in the community.
- Explore opportunities to create new initiatives with new and existing partner communities and diverse funders.
- Monitor initiatives including collection of tracking data, outcome evaluations and client satisfaction surveys and ensure statistical analysis of data.
- Maintain current knowledge of trends, initiatives and best practices in the sector.
- Assess these trends, initiatives and best practices and support their integration in the agency’s programs as appropriate.
- Assisting in the implementation of the agency’s outreach and marketing strategy.
- **Team Development**_
- Provide leadership to the team to ensure high quality, inclusive, accessible, respectful and effective service.
- Supervise students and volunteers by articulating expectations, displaying model behaviour, maintaining open lines of communication and being clear about roles and responsibility.
- Facilitate collaboration and develop effective teamwork practices.
- **Other**_
- Participates in agency fundraising activities as deemed appropriate and necessary by Agency Management.
- Attends required agency activities and meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in social services or field related to program area.
- 3 - 5 years of proven experience in community development initiatives.
- Experience in using social media platforms, WordPress and website development.
- Strong leadership and motivational skills with demonstrated people management skills.
- Self-starter, able to achieve results with little supervision and work independently.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Demonstrated tact, diplomacy, and interpersonal skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills to determine work priorities and manage multiple projects.
- Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to build and maintain positive working relationship and work in a collaborative environment.
- High level of professionalism and drive, with an enthusiasm and passion for delivering results.
- Proven data management and analysis skills.
- Proficient in the Microsoft office suite of products, expertise in using the internet as a resource tool.
- Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
- A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records check.
- A valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle and relevant insurance.

**Why Apply?**

We offer a comprehensive benefits package (pension plan, extended health, dental & insurance benefits) and generous leave provisions. Our organization also provides flexibility with work hours, work life balance and free parking.

**How to Apply**:
If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter.
- **We thank all applicants for their interest in Catholic Family Services of Peel-Dufferin. We will only contact those selected for consideration.**_

**Salary**: From $53,576.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-sit