The objective of the position is to act in a supportive role for a group of youth between the ages of 12 and 17 as they develop, implement, and run their own cooperative business. The youth put their skills and resources together to create a small business which may offer a multitude of services within their community. These services may include, but are not limited to: domestic or commercial cleaning, store inventory, garden and lawn care, car washes, interior or exterior painting, etc. As a Program Facilitator the successful candidate will act as an onsite mentor to the youth; supporting and educating them as they learn to operate their business.
*This position is contingent on funding. Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old and a student returning to school Length of contract TBD.
Qualifications
- Computer, software and business administration an asset
- Strong communication skills
- Capable to manage and develop work opportunities
- Able to work weekends or evenings, as required
- Past experience working with children or youth
- Past experience developing programs
Facilitator Tasks
- Make a business plan
- Promote the project /marketing
- Coordinate aspects of human resources
- Make presentations
- Prepare a final report
Training provided
- Introduction to the process of developing a co-operative business project
- Learn the co-operative philosophy and promote the project/marketing
- Gain hands on experience on the social and economic effect of a co-operative
Submit application by May 6, 2016 in confidence to:
Corey Mohr
Community Development Coordinator
NorWest Co-op Community Health
785 Keewatin Winnipeg, MB R2X 3B9
Fax: 204.938.5994
Email: cmohr2 at norwestcoop.ca
We thank everyone who expressed interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
SOURCE: NorWest Co-op Community Health
