Supporting Employment and Economic Development Winnipeg Inc. (SEED) is a Community Economic Development organization. We operate programs to support individuals living on a low income to build their asset base and save for assets or household necessities. The Asset Building Program Coordinator will be responsible for delivering Money Management Training, providing support to participants on budgeting and financial planning, monitoring savings, accessing RESPs and assisting participants with purchasing their assets. We are looking for someone with demonstrated experience in curriculum development, program design and project management. The successful candidate will be a quick learner, highly motivated, detail-oriented, and skilled in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. This position requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.
Skills & Experience:
- Extensive project management, program development, program co-ordination and administration experience
- Excellent facilitation and curriculum development skills
- Knowledge of personal budgeting, money management and credit counselling
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally (oral and written)
- Strong computer skills and working experience with MS Office 2010 and database software
- Knowledge of inner city issues and Community Economic Development
- Good working relationships with community organizations serving low-income community residents
- Excellent conflict management skills
- Personal knowledge of or experience working with others living on a low income
- Ability to work with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to work as part of a collaborative team in a non-profit participatory management environment
- Familiarity with RESPs,the Canada Learning Bond, and RESP savings incentives
- Demonstrated ability to effectively deliver Asset Building Programs (money management training, RESP workshops, matched savings) is preferred
- Experience supervising and mentoring employees is an asset
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience (range starting at $ 41,918 /annum). SEED Winnipeg Inc. is an equal opportunity employer; candidates are encouraged to self-identify in their covering letters.
