Reference Number: 20150427
Location:  To be determined
Terms of employment:  Temporary Full-time (6 month contract at 37.5 hours per week)

Description

CEDEC is seeking a candidate to coordinate a project leading work with partners and community members to identify opportunities and build plans to increase economic opportunities for English-speaking women living in the Magdalen Islands.  The project will build upon strategic partnerships, research and needs assessments and will lead to the development and implementation of a strategic plan that will capitalize on local assets and opportunities, contributing to the economic security and prosperity of women.

Expectations and Responsibilities

• Manage an advisory committee composed of community stakeholders and citizens to consult on issues and opportunities for the project
• Manage a partner committee composed of partners and stakeholders with the mandate to develop strategies and plans to address needs and opportunities identified in the Gender Based Analysis conducted in 2014.
• Develop good practice profiles to share with other communities

Qualifications

The requirements for this position are as follows:

• Post-secondary education in a related field
• Two years of experience in a related field
• Possesses excellent written and verbal skills in English (French skills an asset)
• Strong computer literacy with demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office (including Publisher, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Will work in a flexible structure
• Strong inter-personal skills

Skills

• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to follow directives and work independently as necessary
• Takes initiative while being a good team player
• Ability to process and act on information in a deadline driven environment

In addition, CEDEC seeks a person of integrity with the ability to inspire and engage others in Community Economic Development and Employability activities that will generate positive results.

CEDEC is a leading partner and driving force for community economic development and employability.  A volunteer driven organization, CEDEC sparks economic innovation in building forward-looking, prosperous and confident communities across Quebec through sharing expertise, knowledge and building partnerships.

Resumes should be sent to jobs at cedec.ca and include Reference Number: 20150427 in the subject line.  Deadline to apply is May 14, 2015 at 5 pm.

CEDEC is funded by the Government of Canada’s Enabling Fund.

Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. We wish to express our appreciation to all who respond to this opportunity.