New Job Community Engagement Coordinator In Ontario

Summary of Duties

Under the supervision of a Neighbourhood Development and Support Manager or Supervisor, the Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for supporting on-the-ground engagement staff and strategic community engagement efforts. This position will also assist the NeighbourGood team on various projects throughout the year.

Work Performed

• Support the improvement of outreach and engagement efforts with communities historically underrepresented in the civic process and decisions that impact their community
• Support City staff in designing and undertaking comprehensive and effective outreach and marketing, including in person and virtual engagement strategies
• Liaise, coordinate and provide excellent communication with team members, residents, neighbourhood groups, and City of London staff
• Oversee the Community Connector engagement staff and administer the Welcome Kit program
• Prepare presentations, speaking and briefing notes, and develop other related materials as requested
• Keep accurate records and inventories of supplies, program requests and engagement events
• Support the management of budgets and project timelines
• Ensure team members have the supplies and resources required to be successful
• Engage in two-way conversations with residents that will increase awareness of City projects and gather important feedback and concerns that will help inform and shape City initiatives
• Attend evening and weekend functions/events, as required
• Uphold strong administrative practices
• Ensure all City of London policies and practices are followed
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications/Experience

Proficient knowledge and experience in the following areas:

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to seek and form new relationships
• Experience with community engagement and outreach
• Knowledge of issues impacting equity seeking populations (including anti-oppression, anti-discrimination, decolonization, anti-racism, xenophobia, ableism, etc.)
• Fosters an environment where people feel welcomed and included
• Knowledge of community organizations and resources a strong asset
• Familiarity with London and its neighbourhoods
• Ability to travel to community locations throughout London and bring supplies and equipment that may require heavy lifting
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Customer service experience
• Technical proficiencies in Microsoft Teams and Office programs
• Confidence to use a variety of software and A/V technology
• Motivated self-starter and willingness to take initiative
• Excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills
• Ability to deal with conflict and conflict resolution
• Ability to speak other languages an asset

Personal Characteristics:

• Committed to diversity, inclusion, empowerment, and transparency
• Creative, confident, and enthusiastic
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and make independent judgments based on a variety of situations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree/college diploma in social sciences, recreation and leisure, community development or similar education/experience
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• Current Police Reference Check required

Compensation and Other Information

Rate of Pay: $22.00-$25.00 commensurate with experience

• Must provide own transportation - mileage reimbursement provided
• Successful candidate must provide a Level 1 – Criminal Records Check (CRC) prior to starting work
• Mix of remote and in-person working environments
• Rate of pay:
• Commitment: March 2023 – March 2024 with possibility of extension
• Training and orientation to begin in March

Commitment: Contract position from March 2023 the end of December 2023, with possibility of extension

Hours: This is a part-time, contract position for up to 24 hours per week, Monday through Sunday

Job Reference: CSL00130