Community Organizer

又见炊烟

Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project

+ x9 U( Z. \+ qPosition: 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.

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.
; p! u  b1 L2 Q+ {# I2 G1 i
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.
! v. M7 x' g" D1 f% f
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.

" e( }  d" ?" A# q  g, cOther 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.

# a8 ~1 z2 d3 JTO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letter in confidence to:
- K+ E6 o  y* \$ aCarla Rugg / E: communityactionproject1@gmail.com
! W" U. n. s# T0 r) N$ u
3 y# }: ?% K' [+ W8 |PS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.