Program Assistant Black Empowerment Unit

JOB TITLE:  Program Assistant, Black Empowerment Unit (BEU) 

DEPARTMENT:  Corporate Support Services

NUMBER OF POSITIONS:  1

JOB STATUS & DURATION:  Temporary 13 weeks 

HOURS OF WORK:  35 hour workweek 

LOCATION:  City Hall  

HOURLY RATE:  $18.53  

JOB TYPE:  Management and Administration 

POSTING DATE:  January 9, 2026

CLOSING DATE:  Janaury 19, 2026 

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY: 

Reporting to the Lead, Black Empowerment Unit, provides program and administrative support to Corporate Projects, Policy and Liaison team assisting in day-to-day duties. Supports the effective delivery of services and responds to general inquiries received by the Division. This role will support the Black Empowerment unit team in preparing reports, presentations, planning and programming of activities that advance the programs and projects of the Office and supports the coordination and tracking of Black Empowerment Unit's request.

• • Respond to customer inquiries/concerns and provide information regarding programs and services, and escalates to appropriate City staff as required
  • Support the Black Empowerment Unit work by identifying, researching, and developing resources and processes to enhance current and upcoming Black Empowerment efforts across the City of Brampton
  • Assist and collaborate on sectional programs and special projects as required
  • Provide administrative support including physical and electronic filing, preparing memos and formatting reports
  • Maintain records, documentation, and prepare reports as required
  • Process online forms and provide support on sectional workflow procedures
  • Assist with data entry and tracking, and maintain data integrity
  • Maintain an understanding of department programs and services
  • Understand and adhere to Corporate Policies & Procedures, Confidentiality Guidelines, Emergency Procedures and Health and Safety Standards
  • Attend meetings/training as required
  • Work well within diverse groups in support of operational goals and objectives.
  • Demonstrate corporate values at all times.
  • Participate as a member of cross-functional team.
  • Provide support/backup as necessary.

SELECTION CRITERIA:  

EDUCATION:

• • Working towards a degree or diploma in Human Rights, Equity Studies. Public Policy or Administration, Law or equivalent or a similar discipline, or have a related experience or interest.

OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS: 

• • Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and/or lived experiences of equity, diversity and anti-Black racism inclusion, intersecting oppressions, and other social justice issues and principles
  • Effective customer service skills and communication skills
  • Effective time management and organizational skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Research and planning experience developed through coursework, volunteer or work positions.
  • Strong administrative and organizational experience
  • Understanding of Black Canadian experience and challenges
  • Presentation and Moderating experience
  • Volunteer experience in the Black Community

"These positions are funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Program (202620252026) and all applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria. For Eligibility Criteria please visit "   

**Preference will be given to students that have a permanent residency in Brampton. 

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria. 

Interview:  Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology. 

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the button above by January 19, 2026 and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self-identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions.  Should you wish to opt out of completing the survey, please select "prefer not to answer" as a response to each question.  All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable.  The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use. 

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