Full-Time, 12-month term position, April 1, 2019- March 31, 2020

Position Summary:

Guided by the vision, mission and values of the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba, Inc., the goal of the Common Ground Project is to increase meaningful connections and understanding between newcomer and Indigenous community members, with a focus on the Central Neighbourhoods of Winnipeg, in particular the Centennial Neighbourhood. Reporting to the Volunteer and Community Services Coordinator), the Project Assistant is an integral member of the Common Ground Project, brings Indigenous perspectives to this role and:

• Plans and delivers high-quality community-based programming and activities
• Initiates outreach and facilitates high levels of participation
• Records and maintains information that will assist in improving the Project, and
• Supports the IRCOM team

The Project Assistant will exhibit and uphold IRCOM’s core values of integration, diversity, advocacy and empowerment, and they will work in a way that is people-centered, holistic and partnership based. With supervision and support from the Volunteer and Community Services Coordinator, the Project Assistant will have the following duties and responsibilities:

Program Planning and Delivery (40%)

• Lead Common Ground team in detailed planning of project activities and events both within IRCOM and in the surrounding neighbourhood
• Be actively involved in the lead up to activities and events, and in the set up, delivery of and clean up after
• Purchase food and project materials as required
• Initiate, meet with and form positive relationships with local partner organizations and engage them in the project
• Attend partnership meetings, as required, to further the aims and activities of the project
• Work with local partners, IRCOM staff and tenants to address neighbourhood safety issues
• Develop project materials and resources for the community and IRCOM tenants and staff
• Present innovative ideas to augment core project activities
• Support IRCOM staff and tenants and local residents in neighbourhood safety efforts

Outreach, Recruitment and Community Networking and Engagement (30%)

• Serve as a cultural broker, able to bridge diverse understandings between newcomers to Canada and Indigenous community members
• Encourage meaningful community voice and engagement in the project using a community engagement lens
• Conduct outreach via local partners to recruit participants to Common Ground activities in collaboration with the Common Groun team, the local grassroots community, and the tenant community
• Link the project to Indigenous partnership opportunities and resources for further growth and development of the IRCOM team

Records Management and Reporting (20%)

• Develop and implement data recording system for measurement and evaluation in collaboration with the Volunteer and Community Services Coordinator
• Track and input/record project data
• Assist in conducting evaluation activities and compiling information
• Gather feedback and conduct surveys and other means of gathering community input to help guide the project
• Identify community trends and dynamics to inform the project activities and approaches
• Participate in evaluation and reporting

Team and Interdepartmental Support (10%)

• Advise the Project on Indigenous worldviews and perspectives and on how to make the Project accessible and culturally safe
• Engage the IRCOM team in Common Ground activities and supports staff education and awareness
• Attend team meetings and all-staff meetings and trainings as required
• Follow IRCOM policies and procedures
• Collaborate and coordinate program activities with other IRCOM staff teams as required
• Other duties as assigned

The successful applicant will bring the following qualifications to this role:

Required Qualifications:

• Grade 12 diploma
• Deep understanding of Indigenous worldview and experiences, including the history of colonization and the strengths and assets of Indigenous communities
• Positive attitude towards newcomers to Canada
• Community based programming experience
• Experience in organizing special events including medium to large scale community events
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to create plain language accessible materials
• Demonstrate the qualities and values IRCOM seeks for all our staff (see http://www.ircom.ca/about-us/employmentopportunities/

Desired Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree, partial or complete in a related field such as community development, Indigenous Studies, Social Work, Child and Youth Worker, etc.
• Experience working with or connections with newcomers to Canada
• Community development experience
• Community-based experience in the Central Neighbourhoods, in particular, Centennial Neighbourhoods

Hours of work

This is a 37.5 hours/week, 12 month term position. Hours will vary and will include daytime work, evenings and some weekend work.

Salary and Benefits

Wage: $17.94/hour

Following successful completion of probation, this position is entitled to participate in our Group Insurance Plan

Benefits: Group Insurance Plan with extended health, dental, life and AD&D insurance Professional development opportunities Collaborative, family-friendly and supportive working environment

Application Process: All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or résumé if they are from any of the following groups: women, Indigenous people, refugees, immigrants, visible minorities and/or persons with a disability.

For further information, or to apply for this position please use the contact information below. When applying, please note that your cover letter and résumé must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Applications must be submitted by Friday, March 29, 2019 at 12 pm to:

HR - Selection Committee
95 Ellen Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3A 1S8
Email: hr at ircom.ca
Fax: 204-943-4810

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Website: www.ircom.ca