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.

Job Objectives and Responsibilities:

1. Resource Centre Coordination –

To staff the Resource Centre, welcoming and assisting people as they come into the Centre.
Tasks will include:

• Welcoming and directing people as they come in;
• Research available resources (pamphlets, books, videos, etc.) to place in the Resource Centre;
• Reach out to local community organisations/agencies to build up materials available in the Resource Centre as well as to develop a referral contact list/ manual;
• Assist with the development of informational materials to promote the Resource Centre;
• Assist with the organising of programming at the Resource Centre e.g. housing maintenance workshops, gardening workshops, summer youth programming, etc.

2. Outreach Assistant –

To assist the Communication and Outreach Coordinator in planning and organising the summer events throughout the community

• Assist with planning, organizing and putting on the community events;
• Assist with promotion and outreach to the community and community partner organizations;
• Assist with attaining sponsorship and donations to support various DMSMCA events;
• Assist with the recruitment and management of community volunteers;

Qualification, Knowledge and Experience:

• Background in community based planning and community initiatives implementation;
• Event planning and organizing;
• Strong organisational skills;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong collaboration and networking skills;
• Project Management;
• Report writing;
• Ability to work independently;
• Computer capability
• Some knowledge of desk top publishing /design etc. (posters, flyers, newsletter) would be an asset
• Knowledge and experience in Community Development approaches and practices
• Experience working with volunteer
• Understanding and appreciation of inner city communities;
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends

Assets:

• Knowledge of the Daniel McIntyre St. Matthews Community (preference given to DM/SM residents);
• Valid driver’s license and occasional access to a vehicle; and
• Knowledge of CED principles.

Other Information:

• Must be between the ages 16-30.
• DMSMCA is an equity employer; visible minorities, Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Wage:
$11.50 / hour

Hours of Work:
Up to 40 hours/week; some evening and weekend hours required. This is a 14 week term position.

Start Date:
To start immediately.

Please submit resume and cover letter by Friday, May 9th, 2014 at 4 pm to:

Kemlin Nembhard
Executive Director
Daniel McIntyre / St. Matthews Community Association
823 Ellice Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3G 0C3
Email: director@dmsmca.ca

Thank you to all those who apply, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.