Sunrise Memorial - This is a great event - See you there

Sunrise Memorial Manitoba Status of Women & Manitoba Women’s Advisory Council  Manitoba Legislative Building  8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.  This event is to commemorate the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women in honour of the 14 young women killed in the Montreal massacre in 1989 and women in Manitoba who have died as a result of violence in 2016.  The memorial will feature poetry readings by Larysa Musick and Abdul Smith from the Winnipeg Poetry Slam, an honour song by Jenna Wirch of the Manitoba Women’s Advisory Council and candle lighting by members of the Mama Bear Clan Patrol. Jamie Skinner, a member of the Manitoba Women’s Advisory Council will be the emcee of the event.  Refreshments available.  Registration/info: (204) 945-6281, email: msw@gov.mb.ca

Come to International Human Rights Day Celebrations - Free of Charge - Register Today

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November 23, 2016

2016 Human Rights Award Recipients Announced

The Manitoba Association for Rights and Liberties, the Canadian Human Rights Commission and the Manitoba Human Rights Commission have just announced the recipient of the 2016 awards.   These awards are given out every year in celebration of International Human Rights Day.  

 

Human Rights Commitment Award: The 2016 recipient is Tracia’s Trust- Manitoba’s Strategy to Combat Sexual Exploitation and Human Trafficking.  The members of this team will be accepting the award. 

 

Tracia’s Trust, named in honour of Tracia Owen who died tragically at the age of 14, is Manitoba’s strategy responding to children and youth at risk of/or survivors of sexual exploitation and human trafficking.  These unsung heroes of this made-in-Manitoba strategy team are worthy of the Human Rights Commitment Award of Manitoba. Their daily, collaborative determination and dedication to protecting and working with our most vulnerable embodies what human rights work is all about.

 

The Human Rights Commitment Award recognizes those who have promoted respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms and have advanced the rights of Manitobans.  The award itself is piece of art, designed this year by Brandon artist, Chris Cooper. 

 

In addition, the Award Selection Committee selected two nominations for an Honourable Mention: Ms Janet Baldwin and Dr. Joseph Kaufert.  Both are currently volunteers at Winnipeg Harvest and have demonstrated a lifelong commitment to human rights.

 

Sybil Shack Human Rights Youth Award: The 2016 recipient is Ms Lauren Milne.  She is a law student from Manitoba currently studying at the University of North Dakota.

 

Lauren wrote “The Gender Development Index and Gender Empowerment Measure: An Analysis of Strengths and Limitations in the Context of South Africa” which was published in 2014 in Undercurrent: a Canadian Journal for International Development Studies.

 

In addition, Lauren traveled to “The Projects Abroad Human Rights Office” in Cape Town, South Africa to further her academic and social awareness studies. Her volunteer activities include, Immigrant Refugee Community of Manitoba, the Institute for International Women’s Rights Organization, Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan and the Legal Help Centre.

 

The Sybil Shack Human Rights Youth Award recognizes the work of a person or group of people, 25 years old and under, that has had an impact on the advancement of human rights as guaranteed in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and human rights legislation in Manitoba.  

 

The sponsoring partners encourage the public to meet the recipients and join in celebrating the achievements of these remarkable Manitobans. 

 

The Awards will be presented at a reception at the RBC Convention Centre, on Wednesday December 8, from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm.  This event is free but you must register to attend.  Light refreshments will be served.  To register please visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2016-human-rights-awards-tickets-29629752387 or www.manitobahumanrights.ca and click on Register Here.

 

For further Information or to set up interviews with the recipients, please contact

George Sarides

Assistant Director

Manitoba Human Rights Commission

204 945 5815

Executive Director Job - Manitoba Women's Advisory Council

Employment Opportunity: Women’s Health Clinic is currently seeking a senior executive aligned with their strong feminist, pro-choice values to lead the organization as their Executive Director. The Executive Director is responsible for the successful leadership and management of the organization according to the strategic direction set by the board of directors. Qualifications include: related university degree in management, business or public administration, or health care management; 10 or more years of progressive management experience in a not for profit organization or related experience with at least 3 years in a senior leadership capacity; proven track record in cultivating and maintaining relationships with government, funders and donors.; experience in human resource, financial, and project management; and labour relations experience in a unionized environment. Direct experience in health or social services is an asset; must possess a valid Manitoba driver’s license.

Interested applicants can submit their resume in confidence to: Lisa.Cefali@legacybowes.com quoting position # 163170.



For more information, please visit http://bit.ly/WHC-ED or contact Lisa Cefali, Partner – Strategic Development & Executive Search at

(204) 934 -8833.

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Network - great way to find a job

Teachers Panel



When and Where:

December 3, 2016(Saturday), 9:30am-12:30pm

Wayfinders Rm., 950 Jefferson Avenue

Who can attend:


Open to all internationally trained teachers

and interested individuals who are planning to become



teachers, teacher assistants or educational assistants.

Learn tips on how to get into the school system


from our guest speakers from Seven Oaks School Division and

Winnipeg School Division. Learn their hiring process and

from their success stories and career advancements.

NO COSTto attend.



To register or for inquiry, please email any of the following:

nisw1@7oaks.org, nisw3@7oaks.org, mnapolitano@wsd1.org

or call Seven Oaks Immigrant Services at (204) 697-5967.

________________________________________________________________________________________

Ajoint endeavour of

Manitoba Association of Filipino Teachers Inc.,

Seven Oaks School Division,

andWinnipeg School Division.

Job at the Museum - Open Deadline - Apply today

Job Vacancy



Program Interpreter Level II
Position Summary

The Program Interpreter is primarily responsible for the facilitation of school programs. The Program Interpreter may also be responsible for assisting with Arts Club, Mini Mondays and special events as well as providing exemplary customer service and interacting with children and families in the museum galleries. The Program Interpreter will work in cooperation with other museum staff to ensure that all museum guests have a positive and enjoyable experience.

Responsibilities Time

1) Set up, facilitation, and clean-up of school programs, Arts Club, Mini Mondays and 75%

special events

2) Provide exemplary customer service to all museum guests 15%

3) Deliver public programs 5%

4) Other duties as assigned 5%

Education & Experience

 Currently attending or completed post-secondary education in elementary education, early childhood education, recreation or other relevant program

 Excellent verbal and written communications skills

 At least one year’s related experience working with children and families

 Experience in customer service

 Ability to work in both official languages



Skills required

 Ability to effectively communicate in an enthusiastic and engaging manner with children and adults in a non-traditional educational environment

 Friendly, outgoing personality

 Ability to work independently and in a team environment with staff, volunteers, and the general public



Days/Hours of Work

 3-15 hours weekly

 Availability on Tuesdays and Thursdays is a strong asset



To Apply

 Forward resume and letter outlining suitability for this position to Allison Alsop at aalsop@childrensmuseum.com



Deadline

 The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Job at Seven Oaks SD

Seven Oaks School Division


Invites applications for
VICTORY SCHOOL LIGHTHOUSE PROGRAM COORDINATOR


The Victory Lighthouse Program is a non-profit afterschool program for students who attend Victory School. Lighthouse provides a variety of activities including low organized games, sports, crafts, cultural learning experiences, and supports developing healthy relationships with peers.

We are currently seeking a Program Coordinator, who is responsible for the direction, planning, implementation, supervision and evaluation of the Victory School Lighthouse Program.

This is a part time position, evening and weekends until June 30, 2017. The hourly wage for this position is $15.14.

Essential skills and qualifications include:

• enrolled in post-secondary education

• knowledge of child development and past experience working with children and/or youth

• commitment and passion for developing and implementing programming for children

• ability to incorporate programming that celebrates diverse backgrounds, cultures and abilities

• possess strong organizational and leadership skills

• recognize children’s interests and provide opportunities to further enhance those interests

This position will require some administrative and reporting duties. The coordinator is responsible for all aspects of programming and supervision of the children. The coordinator will be required to budget and monitor spending, as well as acquiring supplies for the program. The successful applicant will work along-side school staff and will need to build community connections.
Applications are accepted on-line only at www.7oaks.org. Click on Departments; Human Resources; Support Staff Employment; Community Programs; Victory School Lighthouse Program Coordinator. Please attach a cover letter and resume detailing education and experience by Monday, October 24, 2016 at 12:00 pm.




Click here to apply: Victory Lighthouse Program Coordinator


Enquiries: Melissa.delaronde@7oaks.org

The Division will be pleased to accept all applications, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by e-mail.

Employment is condition upon successful clearance through Child Abuse Registry and Criminal Records Check. Responsibility for acquiring these lies with the employee.

Jobs - Executive Director of Community Agency

 

Canadian Muslim Women’s Institute (CMWI) – Winnipeg

61 Juno Street

 

Executive Director Position

(1 year Full Time term position, with possibility of renewal)

 

Job Description

 

 

Objectives:

 

• To move the CMWI towards greater organizational sustainability.
• To enhance the CMWI’s administrative capacity.
• To coordinate program activities that enhances safety, health, economic, and educational opportunities for women and their families.
• Proposal writing to seek funding is a key aspect of this job.

 

Under the direction and supervision of the Board of Directors of CMWI, the Executive Director is accountable to the Board for the overall management of the CMWI’s program coordination, planning and development, personnel, and public relations.

 

Accountability:

 

• The Executive Director is responsible to the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is responsible for the supervision of the Program & Office Administrator.  

 

• The Executive Director will report monthly to the Board of Directors in a written report of her activities during the month and a summary of the staff’s activities. This report will include a report of the hours worked, including, vacation and sick days. 

 

• To ensure appropriate accounting of hours worked, completed timesheets are to be filed weekly and submitted to the Board payroll personnel.
   
• To enhance the staff team and to be accountable to one another, attendance at staff meetings is required.
   

Activities and Responsibilities:

 

The Executive Director will be responsible to develop a sustainability plan in conjunction with the CMWI clients, volunteers and staff to ensure the long-term viability of the centre, agency development, and the development and maintenance of networks and partnerships.

 

Leadership:

 

• Ensure that empowerment and community development principles are used throughout CMWI
   
• Develop CMWI’s activities and program implementation.
  .
   
   
   
   
  Financial Management:
   

• Ensure that all funding requirements are met
• Ensure grant reporting to funders is timely and complete
• To ensure and maintain the financial viability of CMWI through proposal writing and budget development in accordance with the sustainability plan and in relation to the goals of CMWI
• To work with funders to secure long-term funding for CMWI
• Oversee the implementation of all programs and projects within its goals, budget and requirements in a timely manner

• Manage contribution agreements and ensure financial and written reports are completed within deadlines to meet funding body requirements.

 

Human Resources Planning and Management:

 

• Ensure that personnel policies and procedures are adhered to
• Support the staff in their work through on-going supervision ensuring staff adhere to policies, procedures and task completion

• Ensure good communication among staff   
• Oversee the management of volunteers

 

Program Planning and Management:

 

• Ensure that program development is in keeping with the goals and abilities of the CMWI

 

Community Relations:

 

• Develop and maintain networks and partnerships with multiple community partners and funding agencies
• Liaise with other community organizations with similar mandates, including but not limited to West Central Women’s Resource Centre, IRCOM House, Welcome Place, Winnipeg Central Mosque, Grand Mosque, Islamic Social Services Association and Wolseley Family Place.

 

Board Relations and Development:

 

• Develop recruitment systems for committee participation and collaboration
• Ensure that decisions made by the CMWI Board are communicated to CMWI’s staff as appropriate

 

Evaluation:

 

There will be a 6-months probationary period conducted by the Board of Directors with monthly evaluations and 1-year appraisal.

 

Other:

 

• As the Executive Director you will be reporting to the Board of Directors who is also your employer.
• From time to time you will be expected to attend office events outside of official hours
• Any other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.
   

 

 

 

Qualifications/Conditions of Employment:

 

• Post-secondary education in the relevant field with experience in proposals writing, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training
• Experience/Certification in microcomputers applications, including word, excel, power point, outlook
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must have a valid driver's license, access to a vehicle, and ability to travel to and from meetings.

 

Requirements:

 

• Experience working in non-profit sector will be an asset
• Strong Command of the English Language
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work effectively under deadlines
• Any other languages will be an asset
• Experience dealing with individuals/families from diverse background
• Exceptional interpersonal, conflict resolution, problem solving, and relationship building skills.

 

 

Hours of Work:

 

40 hours work week

 

Salary:

 

$40,000 annually

 

Employment Equity is a factor in selection.  Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter and resumé if they are from any of the following groups: women, visible minorities, indigenous people, and persons with a disability.

 

To apply for this position please submit your resumé and cover letter to:

 

By email: contact@cmwi.ca

 

By mail: Human Resources

                Canadian Muslim Women’s Institute

                61 Juno Street

                Winnipeg, MB R3A 1T1

 

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

 

Please note the successful candidate will be required to Clear Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry and Adult Abuse Registry Checks.