3.5 Year Contract, 30 hour/week position
                               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 wellbeing and safety with a strong emphasis on community building and wellbeing, prevention, organising and empowering residents; building a strong community with stronger ties between people.

Job Objectives:

1. To coordinate the implementation of the new 5 year Daniel McIntyre/St. Matthews (DM/SM) Community Building and Safety Plan, in association with local residents and stakeholders and to report on and carry out evaluations of the implementation of these plans.

Job Responsibilities:

The Community Building and Wellbeing Coordinator will be responsible for the following activities:

1. Community Building and Wellbeing:
   • Finalize and Implement the new 5 Year DM/SM neighbourhood community Building and Safety Plan;
   • Organise, coordinate and facilitate participatory DM/SM safety audits, targeted block meetings and capacity building events and workshops;
   • Outreach and network with various community stakeholders, including homeowners, tenants, landlords, other NRC colleagues and other related community organisations (e.g. , Sage House, West End BIZ, etc.);
   • Communicate regularly and build stronger relationships with the Winnipeg Police Service, Manitoba Justice, as well as other relevant government agencies (Municipal, Provincial, Federal);
   • Liaise with various levels on government to ensure implementation City by-laws, Provincial legislation, etc. in DM/SM (e.g. Safer Communities Act, Health and Safety, etc.).
   • Coordinate and provide administrative support to the DMSMCA Community Building and Wellbeing Committee;
   • Write funding proposals to support Community Building and Wellbeing initiatives in the neighbourhood; and
2. General:
   • Support other DMSMCA Staff by attending staff meetings, helping out with DMSMCA events and activities (e.g. Spring Clean-up, AGM, Annual Community Consultation, etc. );
   • Represent DMSMCA at appropriate events; and
   • Other duties as assigned.

Qualification and Experience:

Bachelor of Arts and/or Master of Urban Planning or Community Development Worker Diploma and/or equivalent education and related work experience in community development/ community based programming, planning, communication and implementation with particular experience in community building and wellbeing.

Knowledge:

• Understanding and knowledge of the root causes of crime and community development approaches to crime prevention and promotion of safety.
• Knowledge of CED principles.
• Experience and knowledge of conflict mediation.

Skills in the following areas are essential to the position:

• Project and Volunteer Management;
• Strong organisational skills;
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills;
• Community development approaches and practices;
• Strong collaboration and networking skills;
• Public consultation methods;
• Pro-active leader, positive attitude, works well independently and in a team;
• Understanding and appreciation of inner city communities;
• Outreach to diverse populations;
• Working with historically marginalized populations; and
• Computer capability.

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

Other Information: DMSMCA is an equity employer; visible minorities, Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Wage: Salaried -$16.05 – $18.00/ hour depending on experience plus 6% paid vacation. Training, in support of the position, as well as extended health benefits will also be provided.

Hours of Work: This is a 3.5 year (ending on March 31, 2019) 30 hour/week position; some evening and weekend hours required. Continuation of the position depends on funding availability.

Start Date: To start immediately.

Please submit resume and cover letter by Monday, November 9th, 2015 at 4pm to:
Kemlin Nembhard
Executive Director
Daniel McIntyre/St. Matthews Community Association
823 Ellice Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3G 0C3
Email: director at dmsmca.ca

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

SOURCE: Daniel McIntyre/St. Matthews Community Association