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Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project& y, `8 m F- p1 z8 J% y( x8 K F8 o
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Position: Community Organizer / Location: Edmonton / Terms: work hours are flexible & variable with some requirement to attend evening and occasionally, weekend meetings / Salary: competitive / Closing Date: August 22, 2008.
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3 g; Q7 ^5 l+ _- _, d- [' i+ V4 t- iPosition Abstract: as a community organizer you will be responsible for providing training to residents of an inner city community who are actively involved in creating strategies for a healthier neighbourhood. Working towards ensuring wide participation by residents/organizations in the local community you will assist in reinforcing inclusivity. 3 k3 V( y2 q( r; F% H3 }2 e, J
v8 {, Q+ ~. Q* ~# X9 ~" [PLUS: a capable advocate for alternative dispute resolution, you will liaise between the community and elected officials/municipal administration, assisting in the development of a strong working relationship between these groups.
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Education & Experience: the position calls for an individual with education in the humanities or related field + 2 years experience in the field of community organizing. Special interest in ecological literacy and sustainable communities will be an asset. 3 ?& b1 f, _& L- B) R+ X
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Other Skills: the successful candidate will have a strong background in building group capacity & seeing projects through to completion. There is a significant element of research and an opportunity for creativity in assisting residents to address community challenges. Working in a non profit environment will mean that experience in sourcing/writing grant proposals is an asset. 5 B2 d$ f* s% n8 ~9 Q
( r- W% R+ f% s+ TTO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letter in confidence to:
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PS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted. |
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