Friday 28 November 2014

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Help Make our Community Centre Stronger



Are you dependable and resourceful? Do you have lots of energy, enthusiasm and initiative?

Do you love working with people, especially kids. Do you have the administrative strengths required to

manage a small, but thriving community centre? Can you problem solve with creativity and common-sense?

Do you have experience developing, fund raising for, and managing community projects and programs?

The Riverview Community Centre

is looking for a strong someone to be our

General Manager.

It’s a great opportunity to work in a vibrant Winnipeg community with a passionate Board of Directors and exceptional volunteers. Riverview Community Centre has an opening for a hands-on, can‐do person with the following strengths:

  1. Administrative,
  2. People Management (volunteers, employees, Board members),
  3. Communications (newsletters, proposal writing, activity reports),
  4. Program Development & Delivery

The General Manager needs to be an organizer - someone who will play a leadership or strong supporting role in developing and coordinating a diverse range of community centre events.

Salary Range is $36,000 to $40,000 plus benefits, depending on your experience and unique skill set. Our community centre delivers programs to the Riverview neighbourhood all year round and has been for over 80 years. It’s a busy place and we want to see it to busier and better than ever with you as General Manager!

If you are interested, please forward an amazing cover letter and your resume to

iwant2bethenextgm@riverviewcc.ca by December 5, 2014.



Questions about this position can be forwarded to this same email address.

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ROBERT A. STEEN COMMUNITY CENTRE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

POSITION: CENTRE ATTENDANT

 

POSITION SUMMARY

 

The Centre Attendant is accountable to the General Manager. The Centre Attendant is responsible for overall supervision of the Centre, facility users, after school drop-in, rentals, and program participants while on duty. You will be required to do some building maintenance, set-ups, clean-ups.

QUALIFICATIONS

 

  1. Grade 12 with related experience in the area of recreation would be an asset.
  2. Current First Aid, CPR, and Food Handler’s Certificates would be an asset.
  3. Have experience working with children.
  4. Commitment to be available for scheduled and on-call shifts (which will include days, evenings, and weekends).

 

  1. Ability to adapt to changes in scheduling on short notice is required.

 

  1. Excellent communication, problem solving and organizational skills required.

 

  1. Ability to function as a team member, working cooperatively with the General Manager, other staff and volunteers.

 

  1. Ability to express ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing.

 

  1. Ability to work independently and organize work according to Centre needs and assigned tasks.

 

  1. Possess sufficient knowledge and understanding of Program activities.

 

  1. Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry check are required.

 

  1. Must have basic computer knowledge.

 

Apply to:

Steven Bemrose

General Manager

Robert A Steen Memorial Community Centre Inc. – Employment Opportunity

980 Palmerston Avenue

Winnipeg, Manitoba R3G 1J9

Thursday 13 November 2014

Casual Jobs


OPPORTUNITIES

 

                                                                             CASUAL POSITIONS

Wage is $16.06 per hour

Hours: 21 hours maximum per week

The Life Skills Trainer and the client will have a language in common

 

Manitoba Interfaith Immigration Council is pleased to invite applications for the following positions:

 

Job Description - LIFE SKILLS TRAINER

 

Position Summary:

 

Reporting to the Life Skills Program Counsellor, the Life Skills Trainer will provide all possible assistance to newcomers in Canada in aiding them to maximize their potential and participate fully in Canadian life.

 

Qualifications and Skills:

 

High School graduate; University graduation preferred

Understanding of immigration policy, settlement process and issues relating to the refugee experience

One year residency in Canada preferred

Fluency (written and oral) in English.  Fluency in other languages required by the agency

Computer skills – accessing internet, receiving and sending emails, use of word processor

Ability to work in a cross cultural setting

Maturity and ability to foster individual client’s pride and confidence

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

 

Assess client needs and tailor services accordingly.

Provide in-home life skills training on use of cleaning supplies, proper cleaning, use of appliances, sanitation, food preparation and storage, personal safety, use of telephone and mail delivery, and preparation for moving out

Provide community life skills training on grocery and household supplies shopping, getting around, basic budgeting, handling currency, writing cheques, using ATM machines, and accessing community resources.

Provide interpretation and accompany clients as directed.

Assist settlement services staff in program delivery as required.

Consult regularly with Life Skills Program Counsellor

Coordinate client’s schedules in cooperation with other departments to ensure all necessary tasks are completed and services provided (immigration, documentation, banking, orientation, housing, shopping, etc.)

Maintain client confidentiality.

Maintain up-to-date statistical reports as required.

Attend training sessions and workshops as required by the department

Currently Manitoba Interfaith Immigration Council is recruiting for a combination of two or three of the following languages: French, Kirundi/Kinyarwanda and Swahili.

 

Please list all working languages, including English, in descending order of proficiency. 

 

Please submit your resume and a letter explaining your interest, related experience, including language ability to:

 

Marceline N. Ndayumvire

Manager, Life Skills Training Program

Manitoba Interfaith Immigration Council Inc.

Welcome Place, 521 Bannatyne Ave. Winnipeg, MB. R3A 0E4

E-mail: marcelinen@miic.ca   Fax (204) 956-7548 

 

 

 

Those selected for interview will be contacted.   Please no phone calls.  Thank you.

 

 

 

Policy Advisor

Policy Advisor

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What’s the role?

The Ontario Nonprofit Network works to create and influence system and policy change that will strengthen Ontario’s nonprofit sector- and we’re looking for a dynamic policy expert to join the team. This role would contribute to ONN’s policy agenda through a strategic advisory role focusing on research, analysis, policy development and stakeholder engagement.

Who are we?

ONN is the convening network for the 55,000 nonprofit and charitable organizations across Ontario. As a 7,000-strong provincial network, with a volunteer base of 300 sector leaders, ONN brings the diverse voices of the nonprofit sector to government, funders and the business sector to create and influence systemic change.

What would you do?

  • Act as senior advisor to the Executive Director and Policy Team (including Policy Advisory Committee), playing a leadership role related to the development, implementation and monitoring of ONN’s strategic policy priorities and policy framework
  • Research, analyze and write about policies and issues
  • Be the content lead on specific files and government relations activities, engaging with relevant stakeholders, within the nonprofit sector and externally)
  • Mentor Policy Team staff, placement students and volunteers on nonprofit trends and issues, policy development, analysis, strategic thinking, and more
  • Be an integral member of our small, but mighty team of 6 staff

What qualifications and skills are we looking for?

  • Post secondary/graduate level education in public policy, public administration, nonprofit management or related field
  • Senior level management leadership experience in the nonprofit sector and/or strategic consulting experience; government relations experience an asset
  • A strategic and critical thinker, with stellar research and analysis skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Experience, knowledge of, and passion for Ontario’s nonprofit sector
  • Project management experience and ability to plan and carry out complex assignments within tight deadlines
  • A team player who exhibits and embraces the values of ONN

Who would you report to?

  • ONN’s Executive Director

What are the job specifications?

  • Contract position: 1 year duration (potential for renewal)
  • Office based in Toronto, Ontario
  • Salary: $50,000, based on part-time hours to be negotiated with the ONN
What’s the application process?
Please submit your resume and cover letter (Subject line: Policy Advisor) to:
Cathy Taylor, Executive Director
admin at theonn.ca

Closing date: Friday November 14, 2014 at 5:00pm
ONN is an equal opportunity employer and strongly support applications from diverse backgrounds and communities.
 We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
Compensation: 
Deadline: 
14 Nov 2014 - 17:00
Phone: 
E-mail: 
Region: 
Location: 
Ontario Nonprofit Network
Toronto  Ontario
Canada

Program Coordinator

Program Coordinator for Next Up Winnipeg

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Next Up is an intense leadership program for young people committed to social and environmental justice. We currently have programs in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon and Ottawa. The program examines many social change topics combining theory, practice, deep thinking and hard skills.
The program provides participants with a look at some of the most pressing domestic and foreign policy issues and where “progressive” thinking is at on these issues. It will ground participants in how change is made in society. Participants will meet innovative change-makers in Manitoba— from the non-profit, public and private sectors who are all working for a better world.
We are seeking a focused, passionate, motivated and organized person to be our Winnipeg Program Coordinator. The role demands excellent organizational skills and a good knowledge of group dynamics, facilitation and project management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Excellent knowledge of labour, social justice, environmental issues and their interconnection
  • Excellent knowledge of Winnipeg/Manitoba NGOs, labour, social justice and environmental organizations
  • Experience with social justice campaign work and community-based organizing
  • Ability to work well with participants, volunteers, and committees
  • Experience in community development and public education in order to build the capacity of diverse individuals and communities
  • Experience coordinating projects, campaigns and events
  • Experience creating promotional and educational materials
  • Self-directed and ability to take initiative in a semi-structured work environment
  • Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Experience with popular education and skills sharing
  • Strong organizational, office coordination and time management skills

OTHER ASSETS:

  • Experience with program design and development
  • Experience with fund development and securing of resources for programming
  • Ability to research, design and execute workshops for the purposes of capacity building

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinating all aspects of the Next Up Winnipeg program which include: workshop coordination, attending program sessions, coordinating workshop guests, working with Winnipeg participants, liaising with coordinators in other cities, coordinate advisory committee meetings, the possibility of delivering some sessions, representing Next Up at events.
This is a part-time (15 hours a week) contract position from December 1st, 2014 through May 31, 2015. The position is remunerated at a rate of $21.50/hour.
The deadline for applications is Friday November 14th, 2014 at 11:00pm. Interviews will take place in Winnipeg on November 24th and the successful candidate should be available to come to Vancouver for training the first week of December.
We welcome and value the contributions that individuals who identify as members of marginalized communities bring to our organization, and encourage Indigenous people, people of colour, women, people identifying as LGBTQI, members of ethnic minorities, immigrants and people with disabilities to apply.

To apply:

By email: Please name your resume firstname_lastnameCV.doc and email your application to manitoba at nextup.ca or call (204) 927-3200 for more information

By mail:

Next Up Winnipeg Hiring Committee c/o the CCPA
Unit 205-765 Main St.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R2W 3N5

In Manitoba, Next Up partners with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives and the Canadian CED Network.
www.nextup.ca
Next Up thanks all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Start Date: 
Mon, 12/01/2014
Deadline: 
14 Nov 2014 - 23:00
Region: 
Location: 
Next Up
Winnipeg  Manitoba
Canada

Spence Neighbourhood Jobs

Youth Drop-In Programmer

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Spence Neighbourhood Association is looking to fill a 30 hour per week youth programmer position. The Spence Neighbourhood Association is looking for a drop-in programmer for the youth drop-in program, a program for 13-18 year olds in the Spence Community. Youth Drop-in is an evening program Monday to Friday 6:00- 10:00pm for 13-18 year olds, which works on building connections between the community and youth. The youth drop-in program staff will be responsible for working with a team to run the youth drop-in Monday to Friday evening at the Magnus Eliason Recreation Centre.. This position would work closely with the youth programs manager, the newcomer outreach coordinator, outreach workers and city of Winnipeg staff to enhance and support strong weekday programming.

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Planning, organizing and setting up daily programming.
  • Working with the Newcomer Outreach Worker to run the program.
  • Finding ways to build belonging–connecting youth to the community, the people in their community and helping them play a role in making Spence a good place to live-through the programming.
  • Recruiting, managing, training and scheduling volunteers.
  • Planning, preparing and serving a daily meal program.
  • Keeping record of and reporting monthly on volunteer hours, attendance and activities.
  • Taking a lead in communication with staff, volunteers and families.
  • Facilitating our Safe Walk and Drive program.
  • Encouraging family engagement in programming and special events.
  • Fundraising and sustainable funds development.

Desired qualifications:

  • Must have experience organizing programming for 12-18 year olds.
  • Must have experience working with inner city youth.
  • Must have education or training in coaching, teaching or recreational programming.
  • Must be able to provide clear direction and feed back to volunteers, youth participants and green team youth assistants.
  • Must have an in depth understanding of inner city communities and the issues facing youth.
  • Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
  • Must enjoy team work and be willing to assist other youth program leaders.
  • Must be able to provide a current criminal record check and child abuse registry check.
  • Must be able to work afternoons/evenings.
  • Current First Aid and CPR training and Drivers’ Licence are assets.
  • Experience in coaching sports or supervisory experiences are assets.
  • Creativity and ambition are assets.

Assets:

  • Leadership skills.
  • Organizational skills and abilities.

Hours and remuneration:

The Employee agrees to fulfill a 30 hour work week. SNA agrees to pay $13-$15 per hour for a 30 hour work week on a bi-weekly schedule, with hours paid as worked. Required CPP, EI, and tax deductions will be made and employer contributions will be paid. Responsibilities may require flexible hours to be worked (i.e., evenings and weekends). However, regular hours will be between 3pm and 10pm Monday to Friday.
The Spence Neighbourhood Association would like to encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the diversity of our community.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:November 14th, 2014 at 4:00pm
SUBMIT RESUME & COVER LETTER TO:Spence Neighbourhood Association
Attention: Jamil Mahmood
615 Ellice Ave, R3G 0A4
E-mail: jamil at spenceneighbourhood.org