DANIEL MCINTYRE / ST. MATTHEWS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (DMSMCA)

DMSMCA is a non-profit community renewal organization. We work with residents and stakeholders towards social, cultural, economic and environmentally sustainable renewal and revitalization of the Daniel McIntyre / St. Matthews neighbourhoods. Our vision is to take a holistic community approach towards the issue of neighbourhood safety with a strong emphasis on prevention, organising and empowering residents, valuing work with youth and supporting community connecting as crucial pieces of a long-term crime reduction strategy.

Job Objectives and Responsibilities:

The Community Housing and Grants Coordinator oversees the implementation of the Housing and Small Grants Programs – goals, priorities and initiatives outlined under the Neighbourhood 5 year plan; reviews and develops housing proposals; coordinates all housing revitalization activities; and facilitates community awareness of local events and local participation in DMSMCA sponsored activities as well as in the community at large.

Job Objectives:

• To coordinate the DMSMCA 2010 – 2013 Housing Program, in association with local residents and housing stakeholder and to report on and carry out evaluations of the implementation of these plans; reviews and develops housing proposals; coordinates all housing revitalization activities; advocates, in consultation with the Executive Director on behalf of DMSMCA and the Daniel McIntyre/St. Matthews community (DM/SM) and the inner city in general for improvements in housing and housing support for the DMSMCA community.
• To administer the DMSMCA Small Grants Program.

Job Responsibilities:

The Community Housing and Small Grants Coordinator will be responsible for the following activities:

1. Housing:

• Organise and facilitate public consultation meetings (once annually) on neighbourhood housing priorities;
• Implement the 2010 – 2013 DM/SM neighbourhood housing plan;
• Outreach and network with various housing stakeholders, including homeowner, tenants, landlords, other NRC housing coordinators, and others (e.g. HOP, SAM properties, LIONs, etc.);
• Liaise with appropriate departments in various levels of government e.g. Provincial (FSH, MHRC, etc. ), Municipal and Federal;
• Coordinate and support local housing revitalisation activities;
• Manage and administer the DMSMCA Housing Fix-up grants, including promoting the grants in the neighbourhood, reporting, applying for annual funding, etc.;
• Coordinate and provide administrative support to the DMSMCA Housing Committee;
• Conduct housing research;
• Write funding proposals for housing initiatives; and
• Liaise with various levels on government to ensure implementation City by-laws, building code and housing standards in DM/SM.

2. Small Grants Program:

a. Manage and administer the DMSMCA Small Grants, including promoting the grants in the neighbourhood, reporting, applying for annual funding, etc.;
b. Coordinate and provide administrative support to the DMSMCA Small Grants Committee; and
c. Network with various community partners (e.g. other NRCs, other community organisations, etc.).

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor of Arts and/or Master of Urban Planning or Environmental Studies/ Urban Design and/or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience conducting research and literature reviews.
• Experience leading public consultations including focus groups.
• Experience organising and facilitating committees, chairing meetings, taking minutes, etc.
• Knowledge and experience in Community Development and Community Economic Development.
• Pro-active leader, positive attitude, enjoys taking initiative, works well independently as well as in a team environment.
• Proven experience delivering results on time and on budget.

Skills in the following areas are essential to the position:

• Project Management;
• Strong organisational skills;
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong collaboration and networking skills;
• Proposal and report writing skills;
• Public Consultation methods;
• Understanding and appreciation of inner city communities;
• Outreach to diverse populations;
• Working with historically marginalized populations;
• Computer capability; and
• Knowledge of the Daniel McIntyre St. Matthews Community (preference given to DM/SM residents).

Wage:

• $34,000/ year gross (salary and benefits)

Hours of Work:

• Up to 40 hours/week; some evening and weekend hours required. This is a two year full-time position. Continuation of the position depends on funding availability.

Start Date:

June 13th, 2010 (anticipated start date).

Please submit resume and cover letter by Monday 30th, 2010 at 4 pm to:

Kemlin Nembhard
Executive Director
Daniel McIntyre / St. Matthews Community Association
444 Burnell Street
Winnipeg, MB R3G 2B4
Email: director@dmsmca.ca

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.