Job Postings

Events and Administrative Coordinator

roconnor — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:01:12 -0500

Job Summary:

Provides event coordination and administrative support to the Saskatchewan Co-operative Association (SCA) team thereby enabling youth engagement, co-operative development, and member involvement through building community awareness and maintaining an accountable and sustainable organization.

Responsibilities:

Coordinates and assists in the execution of events, for example:
Sources facilities, transportation, supplies, etc. as required for SCA events.
Participates in committee planning meetings, takes notes/minutes.
Creates and maintains databases to collect and track event data.
Enters sponsor, staff, and participant information into database.
Collects and reports on final statistics and evaluations.
Completes revisions to curriculum, manuals, and other materials as directed by the Program Officer and/or Executive Director.
Supports the SCA team in the compilation of reports and correspondence.
Orders and maintains adequate quantities of office supplies.
Coordinates information technology requirements and performs regular system backup.
Monitors and maintains the function of all office equipment, arranging maintenance as required.
Ensures SCA security by controlling distribution of computer access codes, access cards, and keys.
Provides front desk coverage including greeting walk-in clients and answering incoming phone calls, and implements communications strategies.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Assets:

Education:

Grade 12 education.
Administrative certificate, event planning certificate or diploma, and/or equivalent experience.

Core Competencies:

Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work with a diverse group of staff, volunteers, and participants.
Effective time management and the ability to multi-task.
Ability to function independently and within a team environment.
Events and Administrative Coordinator 2
Technical Competency: Familiarity with the co-operative sector, its’ principles, values, and applications.
Data entry and database maintenance.
Writing and proof reading skills.
Ability to oversee maintenance of office equipment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products, including Access.

Experience:

Experience in event coordination and providing administrative support would be beneficial.

Working Conditions:

Work is conducted in an office environment. Some travel for events will be necessary.

Coordinator

roconnor — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:02:40 -0500

About the Position:

The Manitoba Eco-Network is a registered charitable organization serving as an umbrella for non-profit, non-governmental environmental groups in Manitoba, and welcoming individual and associate memberships. Our mandate is to promote positive environmental action in communities through education, facilitation and celebration.

Manitoba Eco-Network is seeking a dynamic, energetic and environmentally-committed individual to fill the 30 hour per week position of Coordinator. The coordinator’s role is multi-faceted in a busy office situated in the EcoCentre.

Tasks include:

Event and program planning including scheduling, publicity, outreach, follow-up (eg. Film Festival; Rain Barrel sale; workshops and special events);
Management of day-to-day communications and information requests, including electronic, in-person, telephone and mail;
Membership services including monthly electronic bulletin to member groups and to individuals, renewals, charitable receipts, Annual Appeal, event and opportunity promotion;
Liaison with the IT systems Manager, managing the website, calendar and social media;
Supervision of the Library Resource Assistant, and providing support to Eco-Network projects;
Coordinating the Eco-Volunteer program and co-ordination of MEN volunteers;
Co-ordination of EcoCentre functions;
Assistance with Eco-Journal including collation of calendar events; soliciting, and confirmation of ads; coordinating mail-out duties;

The Coordinator reports to the Executive Director.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Post secondary degree in environmental studies or related discipline;
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Well developed IT and social media skills, including web page writing and update; knowledge of database applications; and familiarity with general office applications;
Strong knowledge of ecological principles;
Awareness of current environmental issues;
Demonstrated experience in event planning and coordination;
Ability to supervise staff and volunteers;
Outgoing, friendly approach;
Ability to work both independently and in a team, and be able to manage several tasks simultaneously;
Experience in marketing or social enterprises is an asset;
The ability to communicate in both English and French is an asset.

Submitting an Application:

Please send a cover letter and resume, with at least 2 references, in confidence, to Kristine Koster, Executive Director: Kristine (at) mbeconetwork.org

The deadline for applications is February 14. Interviews will be held on February 16 and 17.

We thank everyone who applies, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Community Economic Development Coordinator

roconnor — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:09:40 -0500

The Organization

Momentum is an award winning and nationally recognized community economic development
organization utilizing innovative approaches to poverty reduction. We’re striving to be an employer of choice and were selected as one of Alberta’s Top 50 Employers for 2011. We
provide competitive compensation and benefits with an unparalleled work environment. We’re
professional and diverse so you’ll find a range of people and backgrounds working here
anywhere from an MBA to Social Work and everything in between. We’re serious about our work
but we don’t take ourselves too seriously and love to celebrate and have fun along the way. We
have high standards within a supportive setting that allows us to achieve a lot and have
meaningful impact in the community. We’re good corporate citizens with sustainability being one
of our values and take care to reduce our environmental footprint. Please check out our website
for more information on Momentum and what it’s like to work here.

If this sounds like a place where you would want to work, please review the position below to see if there’s a fit with your skills and experience.

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Who We Need

We’re looking for someone who is creative and entrepreneurial that believes in our mission and
vision. You bring strong community networks and have demonstrated ability to connect people to resources that enable and leverage the communities you’ve worked in. You’re a strong
community influencer and facilitator who loves to bring people and ideas together for action. As a systems thinker you are comfortable understanding complexity and ambiguity and translating that into what will work locally and practically.

Introduction

Momentum staff are expected to work co-operatively with others; demonstrate flexibility in
organizing work; show a high degree of initiative, discernment, and resourcefulness; have good
communication skills; and demonstrate thoughtfulness in decision-making.

Staff must be non-judgmental and receptive in approach, and reflect genuine concern, respect
and commitment towards the individual, family, and community.

Key areas of Responsibility:

Thrive Network Building
Community Connections
Internal Capacity Building

Primary Relationships:

Supervisor: Community Relations Associate Director
Programs Director
Community Organizations & Coalitions
Staff and Volunteers involved in Thrive
Momentum Staff, Participants, Alumni, and Members

Qualifications:

Post-secondary degree or diploma in an appropriate discipline.
Minimum of three years of professional community development, community economic development or public policy experience.
Demonstrated abilities in working with, facilitating, and encouraging participation from a diversity of people and groups, including community leaders, business, government representatives, general public, and ethno-racial minority communities.
Awareness of key socio-economic issues in Calgary and familiarization with Calgary context.
Exceptional interpersonal, communications and group facilitation skills.
Excellent knowledge and understanding of Community Economic Development and poverty issues.
Project coordination experience.
Effective leadership and team building skills required; ability to work with a wide variety of individuals by using tact, diplomacy and flexibility.
Ability to work independently within the context of the team.
Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Access to own transportation.
Computer literacy in word processing, database, email and Internet systems.

To apply:

Please forward resume with covering letter:
Via e-mail to: job@momentum.org. State competition number in subject line of
email.

Or by mail: #16, 2936 Radcliffe Drive SE, Calgary, Alberta T2A 6M8
Or fax: 403.235.4646
Attention: Hiring Committee
Competition Number: MOM0201
Closing Date: Friday, February 17, 2012

Applicants must state salary expectations in their cover letter.

Momentum is an equal opportunity employer. Persons from diverse groups are encouraged to apply. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted

Events and Administrative Coordinator

Stephanie Cloutier — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:53:54 -0500

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Events and Administrative Coordinator

Job Classification: Salary

Reports To: Executive Director & Program Officer

Job Location: Saskatoon

Date: January 26, 2011

Job Summary: Provides event coordination and administrative support to the

Saskatchewan Co-operative Association (SCA) team thereby enabling

youth engagement, co-operative development, and member involvement

through building community awareness and maintaining an accountable

and sustainable organization.

Responsibilities:

Coordinates and assists in the execution of events, for example:

• Sources facilities, transportation, supplies, etc. as required for SCA events.

• Participates in committee planning meetings, takes notes/minutes.

• Creates and maintains databases to collect and track event data.

• Enters sponsor, staff, and participant information into database.

• Collects and reports on final statistics and evaluations.

Completes revisions to curriculum, manuals, and other materials as

directed by the Program Officer and/or Executive Director.

Supports the SCA team in the compilation of reports and correspondence.

Orders and maintains adequate quantities of office supplies.

Coordinates information technology requirements and performs regular

system backup.

Monitors and maintains the function of all office equipment, arranging

maintenance as required.

Ensures SCA security by controlling distribution of computer access codes,

access cards, and keys.

Provides front desk coverage including greeting walk-in clients and

answering incoming phone calls, and implements communications

strategies.

Other duties as assigned.

Education:

Grade 12 education.

Administrative certificate, event planning certificate or diploma, and/or equivalent experience.

Core Competencies:

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Excellent analytical and organizational skills.

Accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to work with a diverse group of staff, volunteers, and participants.

Effective time management and the ability to multi-task.

Ability to function independently and within a team environment.

Technical Competency:

Familiarity with the co-operative sector, its’ principles, values, and applications.

Data entry and database maintenance.

Writing and proof reading skills.

Ability to oversee maintenance of office equipment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products, including Access.

Experience:

Experience in event coordination and providing administrative support would be beneficial.

Working Conditions:

Work is conducted in an office environment. Some travel for events will be necessary.

The application deadline is February 21, 2012. The full job description is available on our website at
http://www.sask.coop/documents/JobDescriptionEventsandAdministrativeCoordinator.pdf

Please take a moment to review the Events and Administrative Coordinator job description and forward it to your contacts. Thanks.

Interim Executive Director

roconnor — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:48:21 -0500

About the Position:

IRCOM is a not-for-profit organization whose mandate is to empower newcomer families to integrate into the wider community through affordable transitional housing, programs and services.

IRCOM is seeking an innovative and energetic Interim Executive Director with demonstrated management skills to lead the organization. IRCOM’s Executive Director is a hands-on manager, providing leadership and direction to staff, and has the vision necessary to lead the organization into the next phase of its growth. The Executive Director provides overall leadership and management of IRCOM’s facilities, programs, operations, finances and ensures effective results are achieved with the available resources within the context of IRCOM’s strategic and operational plans. The Executive Director leads IRCOM’s fundraising program and represents the organization to the public, governments, media, partners and other organizations. The Executive Director reports to the Chair of the Board of Directors.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing a not-for-profit organization; relevant post secondary education; and demonstrated skills and experience in strategic and operational planning, financial management, fundraising, and program planning and delivery. The successful candidate will have an understanding of effective board governance practices, and a passion for helping newcomers get off to a great start in their new home.

Duties

Leadership:

Participate with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organization and act as a professional advisor to the Board of Director on all aspects of the organization's activities
In addition to the Chair of the Board, act as a spokesperson and representative of the organization

Operational and program planning and management:

Develop operational plans incorporating the strategic direction of the organization
Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the organization
Draft policies for the approval of the Board and prepare implementation procedures
Ensure privacy/confidentiality of all files and documents
Oversee the planning, implementation and evaluation of the organization's programs and services and ensure they are reflective of the mission and Board priorities
Ensure the management and maintenance of all buildings and facilities including capital planning for facilities improvements
Determine staffing requirements for organizational management and program delivery
Oversee the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures and practices
Recruit, interview and select staff who have the right technical and personal abilities to help further the organization's mission and implement a performance management process

Financial planning and management:

Prepare budgets
Secure adequate funding for the operation of the organization
Ensure that sound bookkeeping and accounting procedures are followed
Administer the organization’s funds according to the approved budget; monitor the monthly cash flow of the organization; and provide the Board with comprehensive, regular reports on revenues and expenditures

Community relations/advocacy:

Communicate with the community about the work of the organization
Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with community groups, funders, politicians, partners and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the organization

And such other duties as are prescribed in writing from time to time by the Board of Directors and/or its designate.

Requirements:

Ideally, the successful candidate will have:

a post-secondary degree,
at least three years experience in a senior management role, preferably in the not-for-profit or human services sector, with demonstrated experience in strategic and operational planning, human resources & financial management;
experience in working with newcomers and diverse community groups;
a commitment to IRCOM’s values, vision, and direction;
substantial senior leadership/management experience;
solid community development background;
excellent program management, administrative, financial, and organizing skills;
proven experience in developing funding resources, including proposal writing and fundraising, both from private foundations and government institutions;
proven capacity to communicate and work effectively with donors, government, media and NGOs;
experience with a not-for-profit Board of Directors and network of volunteers;
proven capacity to work in a self-directed manner, provide leadership to and collaborate with others in a team situation;
strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to exercise tact, discretion and judgment at all times;
an organized approach to high volume of work, and an ability to prioritize and handle effectively many demands of a spontaneous nature;
excellent communications (including negotiation and public speaking) skills, both oral and written; and
computer literacy: familiarity with word processing, spreadsheets and fundraising tools.

Submitting an Application:

Please apply in confidence by sending your resume, a cover letter and salary expectations via email to the Chair of the Board of Directors at edposting@live.ca or by mail:

Selection Committee
IRCOM Inc.
95 Ellen Street
Winnipeg, MB
R3A 1S8

Closing Date: Friday, February 24, 2012 at 4:00 pm

Please note only candidates considered to possess the required competencies will be invited for an interview.

International Internship Opportunities

roconnor — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:29:29 -0500

Are you interested in housing issues and international development? Do you want to gain experience working with overseas organizations involved in the development of low-cost housing, community-level income generation, urban agriculture, housing and land rights advocacy, and/or global shelter networks?

INTRODUCTION

Rooftops Canada, is recruiting 16 interns to work with partner organizations in Bolivia, Chile, South Africa, Cameroon, Kenya and Tanzania. This six-month internship program is part of the Government of Canada’s Youth Employment Strategy, facilitated by the Canadian International Development Agency’s Youth Action Division. To be eligible, candidates must have graduated from college or university, be Canadian citizens or permanent residents, and be between the ages of 19 and 30. We need candidates with backgrounds in architecture, engineering, urban agriculture and food security, business and finance, economic development, community development, international development, adult education, women’s studies, and/or cooperatives. One position in Cameroon will require fluency in French. Two positions in South America will require fluency in Spanish. Interns will depart in April or May 2012.

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WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

Candidates must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents, between the ages of 19 and 30. Interns must be graduates of a university degree or a college diploma program, and be currently unemployed or underemployed, and be Canadian citizens or permanent residents. Individuals with previous professional experience working overseas in their field and former participants in programs supported by the Youth Employment Strategy are not eligible.

SELECTION PROCESS

Candidates will be short-listed for interviews based on the skills required and suitability for overseas placement. Rooftops Canada is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants, but we will only contact short-listed candidates.

TO APPLY

For information on how to apply please visit our website at www.rooftops.ca. All candidates must complete our application form in English and submit a cover letter and résumé in February, 2012. Please e-mail your application form, cover letter, and résumé to: Valérie Baron, Program Officer, Rooftops Canada, e-mail: internships@rooftops.ca No phone calls please.

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Bicycle repair and customer service

Stephanie Cloutier — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:35:15 -0500

JOB POSTING

Natural Cycle is a co-operatively owned and operated commuter-focused bicycle shop specializing in custom work and performing regular repairs and maintenance.

For more information about Natural Cycle, please visit our website: www.naturalcycle.ca.

For more information about co-operatives visit: http://www.canadianworker.coop/worker-coop

We are currently hiring for part-time or full-time positions. Responsibilities and tasks will first focus on bicycle repair and customer service and will increasingly include other aspects of running a small business.

Assets:

- Experience with bicycle repair or other mechanical aptitude

- Experience with worker cooperatives or other experience with group decision making

- Willingness to complete a 2 year apprenticeship before member eligibility

- Passion for cycling or involvement in the Winnipeg cycling community

- Customer service experience

- Self-motivation and creativity

- Other skills or experience related to running a small business

- Flexibility to work more shifts in summer and fewer in winter

To apply, please drop off a resume and cover letter to Natural Cycle at 91 Albert St, lower level.

Your cover letter should include your availability, mechanical experience, and why you would like to work at a worker cooperative.