The West Central Women's Resource Centre (WCWRC) is dedicated to supporting women, families and our community. We offer a variety of programming and services, many of which are run by volunteers from the neighbourhood. We are currently seeking a Community Support Coordinator to mentor and support community volunteers and coordinate the general services of the Centre.

30 hour/week; $17-$19/hr
Start Date: May 1, 2009

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support community women as volunteers (orienting, evaluating etc)
• Coordinate volunteer appreciation and training events
• Organization workshops and activities in response to requests from the community
• Coordinate general outreach for the Centre
• Manage the general services including Clothing Room, Library, Sewing Program
• Oversee Community Cupboard in the purchase/tracking of inventory, pricing and sales
• Track information and compile program reports

Qualifications

• Accessible to and supportive of community women
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Experience or training in program and/or volunteer management
• Excellent interpersonal communication and conflict management skills with the ability to provide informal mediation, support and mentorship
• Strong writing and computer skills; ability to prepare reports, letters, forms
• Basic record keeping and budgeting skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Awareness and sensitivity to issues of marginalization (sexism, racism, classism) and cultural diversity
• A strong understanding of the West Central community

Aboriginal, Newcomer and community women are encouraged to apply.

Please submit resume with three references to:
Attn: Personnel Committee, West Central Women's Resource Centre
Lower Level 583 Ellice Ave, Winnipeg MB, R3B 1Z7

Or email: wcwrc@mts.net

Application deadline: Monday, April 20, 2009