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Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project
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) m# @5 {) n6 W: H; h xPosition: 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, 2008.0 Z t7 \( r' h8 s7 S6 S/ a
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Position 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.
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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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- [: K: Q0 v% LEducation & 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.
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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.
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# U( g3 ~6 t; u0 t; W$ m% YTO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letter in confidence to:
7 S7 B( u! ?! q6 v8 h) x/ TCarla Rugg / E: communityactionproject1@gmail.com1 B. J3 p" S" S$ m. j) w) U l- h
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PS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted. |
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