Community Greening and Environment Coordinator (CreateAction Intern)

Paid Internship (35 hours/week) - Until September 30, 2013

DMSMCA is a non-profit community renewal organization. We work with residents and stakeholders towards the 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 that encompasses environmental sustainability, social justice and community development towards the issues of neighbourhood wellbeing, greening and environment; providing tools and resources, organising and empowering residents and building stronger ties between people, connecting them with their community and the environment.

Job Objectives:

In collaboration with the Executive Director, the Community Greening and Environment Coordinator Intern oversees the implementation of the DMSMCA Greening and Environment Program – goals, priorities and initiatives outlined under the DM/SM Neighbourhood 5 year plan and 5 Year Green Action Plan.

Job Responsibilities:

Continue the implementation of the 2010 - 2015 DM/SM Green Action Plan, including co-ordinating a small community consultation to update the Plan (in collaboration with the Executive Director).
Support the Community Gardens program (in collaboration with Summer Employees) – we have 4 community gardens throughout our neighbourhood.
Co-ordinate the development of a sustainability plan (in collaboration with the Executive Director and a business plan consultant) for our Composting for Communities program (a small social enterprise - a neighbourhood composting program that picks-up compost from local restaurants and organisations by bicycle).
Coordinate and support other local Greening and Environment activities, including: neighbourhood cycling/active transportation, Orioles Bike Cage, identifying the education and resources local residents and businesses require to make positive changes (e.g. environmental workshops, etc.).
Network and collaborate with local environmental and community partners, including residents, organisations, businesses and different levels of government.
Develop and write funding proposals (in collaboration with the Executive Director) to support current and future greening and environment initiatives.

Qualification and Experience:

Bachelor of Arts and/or Master of Urban Planning or Environmental Studies/ Urban Design and/or equivalent education and experience.
Experience conducting research and literature reviews.
Experience leading public consultations including focus groups.
Experience organising and facilitating committees, chairing meetings, taking minutes, etc.
Knowledge and experience in Community Development and Community Economic Development.
Pro-active leader, positive attitude, enjoys taking initiative, works well independently as well as in a team environment.
Proven experience delivering results on time and on budget.

Skills in the following areas are essential to the position:

Project Management
Strong organisational skills;
Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills;
Strong collaboration and networking skills;
Proposal and report writing skills;
Public Consultation methods;
Understanding and appreciation of inner city communities;
Outreach to diverse populations;
Working with historically marginalized populations; and
Computer capability; and
Knowledge of the Daniel McIntyre St. Matthews Community (preference given to DM/SM residents).

Applications must meet the following eligibility criteria:

between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the time of intake/selection;
a post-secondary institute, college, university or CEGEP graduate;
out of school;
A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee status has been conferred;
legally entitled to work in Canada
not in receipt of Employment Insurance (EI) benefits;
able to demonstrate a lack of labour market attachment to field of study (under-employed or unemployed);
able to demonstrate that working in the field of community economic development is a career goal; and
someone who has not previously participated in a Career Focus work experience placement.

Submitting an Application:

Wage: $15/ hour

Hours of Work: Up to 35 hours/week; some evening and weekend hours required. This is a paid internship until September 30, 2013 but the position has a very strong possibility of developing into full-time permanent position once internship is complete.

Start Date: Immediately

Other Information: DMSMCA is an equity employer; members of a visible minority, of Aboriginal descent, are newcomers to Canada or live in the inner city are encouraged to apply.

Please submit resume and cover letter by Friday April 19th, 2013 at 4 pm to:

Kemlin Nembhard, Executive Director

Daniel McIntyre / St. Matthews Community Association

823 Ellice Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3G 0C3

Fax: 772-1380 Email: director@dmsmca.ca

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

This position is being offered through the CreateAction Work Experience Program. CreateAction is administered by the Canadian CED Network, with funding provided by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada.