Community Engagement Advisor

**About the City of Hamilton**

**Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometres of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason**

**JOB POSTING**

JOB ID #: 19917

Community Engagement Advisor
Mayors Office

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 Full-Time Temporary (48 Months)

UNION/NON-UNION: Non Union Mgmt Professional

HOURS Of WORK: 35.00 per week
- GRADE: 5
- SALARY/HOUR: $44.762 - $52.350 per hour- Note: See appropriate Collective Agreement or the Non Union Salary Range for details.

STATUS/LENGTH: Temporary full-time, full term of Council (48 Months)

Job Description ID #: 6119

**Vaccine Verification** - As a condition of employment you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated or provide proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer prior to your start date. You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the City of Hamilton.

**SUMMARY OF DUTIES**

The incumbent will be responsible for advising the Mayor and their staff on all constituent relations and outreach issues while building relationships on the Mayor’s behalf.

The outreach component of the job will require the advisor to engage in offsite visits for much of the day, to stakeholder groups and constituents and to attend various meetings and off-hour functions relevant to the position.

When requested, the incumbent will provide policy advice and counsel to the Mayor, and regularly through the Chief of Staff.

The advisor will also be responsible for building a network of contacts with community organizations, business groups, not-for-profit agencies, neighbourhood associations, etc.

The Advisor is also expected to provide interpretation of social policy development, research and performance indicators with the primary focus on constituent relations and outreach issues within the Greater Hamilton Area.

**GENERAL DUTIES**

Develop and foster positive working relationships and networking opportunities with both internal contacts and a diverse range of external community groups and organizations.

Together with the Mayor’s policy advisory team, lead all outreach assignments relevant to the Mayor’s Office and provide project objectives, terms of reference, needs/impact assessments and consultation with relevant stakeholders in order to ensure the clarity, consistency and accessibility of the actions that need to be carried out.

Manage internal and cross-departmental projects with a constituent relations or outreach development focus ensuring that assigned projects are delivered on time and on budget.

Assist the Communications Advisor in the development and maintenance of a robust ethnic media outreach strategy.

Identify and investigate priorities for community partnership programs ensuring consistency with corporate policies, the Mayor’s office priorities, and strategic directions.

Co-ordinate and write event scenarios, briefing notes, greeting letters, and position papers; assist in planning processes to support strategic directions, short and long term planning initiatives as they pertain to constituent relations, outreach, and the overall strategic plan as set forth my the Mayor’s Office. As required, make recommendations to the Mayor and regularly to the Chief of Staff.

The Community Engagement Advisor is responsible for all aspects of coordinating and organizing the Order of Hamilton nominations and awards program.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

1. Demonstrated ability to analyze major proposals, research, and develop solutions by using a broad knowledge required at the university level of education normally acquired through the completion of a degree in a related discipline or a combination of education and related work experience. Previous experience and knowledge in community and constituent relations and outreach practices. Ability to work both independently and within a team setting; ability to work under pressure and to produce deliverables under imposed deadlines.

2. High level of communication skills, with particular emphasis on empathy, excellent writing ability; experience in a computerized environment; working knowledge of Word, Excel, database software, etc.

3. In depth knowledge of Hamilton’s various cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. Sound interpersonal skills, high level of sensitivity, and demonstrated good judgement; solid knowledge of constituent relations and development of best outreach practices.

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