The Community Economic Development Manager reports directly to the Executive Director, is a member of the Management Team and oversees Community Development/Community Economic Development Programs of the North End Women’s Centre.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Post-secondary degree or certificate in the social services or administration field
• Minimum two (3) years of experience in a supervision or leadership role
• Experience in retail and/or social enterprise management
• Experience in marketing and communications
• Experience in volunteer management
• Experience in program proposal, report writing and evaluation for NPO’s
• Experience working with women in a community based setting in the North End of Winnipeg is an asset
• Varying combinations of relevant education and experience may be considered

Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Ability to effectively motivate and lead a team
• Knowledge of the impacts of poverty, addictions, violence, and dependency on women
• Knowledge of the resources available in the community for women experiencing poverty, homelessness, domestic violence, and/or addictions
• Knowledge of, and experience working with Indigenous people particularly in terms of the historical context, traditions, teachings as well as the unique barriers Indigenous women face
• Knowledge of the Community Economic Development principles
• Non-judgemental and accepting attitude
• Ability to deal with crisis situations in an appropriate manner
• Strong time management, organizational, decision making, and problem solving skills
• Strong computer skills including extensive knowledge of Microsoft office; Office 365, website maintenance; and social media
• Fundraising and event planning experience an asset

Additional Requirements

• Valid Class 5 license
• Regular access to a safe and reliable vehicle
• Satisfactory Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry Check

Duties and Responsibilities

Management Responsibilities

• To support, mentor, provide guidance and supervision to the Up Shoppe staff, Health and Wellness Coordinator, and relevant project staff
• To hold monthly supervision meetings/team meetings as needed
• To participate in the hiring, orientation and annual performance reviews for the Up Shoppe, Health and Wellness Coordinator, and project staff
• To support the Up Shoppe staff by effectively managing escalated and /or confrontational customer situations

Community Development & Community Economic Development Responsibilities

• To research new funding opportunities, write funding proposals, complete project funding reports to enhance existing CED programs, in consultation with the Executive Director
• To contribute to NEWC’s monthly and annually reporting in relevant areas
• To network with, seek out and develop partnerships that will enhance the CED programs offered at NEWC and visibility in the north end community
• To provide tours and steward relationships with donors of NEWC (in collaboration with the Executive Director)
• To maintain and enhance NEWC websites, social media accounts and email lists
• To sit on the Fund Development and communications project working groups
• To chair NEWC internal committees as required

Up Shoppe Responsibilities

(NEWC’s Social Enterprise www.upshoppe.ca)

• To set and monitor target sales, develop and maintain systems for inventory and monthly reporting of the Up Shoppe, in collaboration with Up Shoppe staff
• To develop and implement strategies to increase the sales and customer base of the Up Shoppe and promote specialized sale items
• To solicit and secure new and gently used donations as needed
• To oversee and institute plans related to relevant workplace legislation (i.e. WH&S, accessibility)
• To provide a variety of coverage as needed in the Up Shoppe
• To develop and implement skill development/volunteer programs that meet the needs of the Up Shoppe and community

Volunteer Coordination Responsibilities

• To recruit volunteers and students, conduct intakes and orientations based on NEWC’s needs
• To maintain volunteer/student files including statistical data
• To provide direction to and monitor the performance of volunteers in collaboration with their direct supervisor
• To recognize the volunteers on multiple occasions annually

Administrative Duties

• To prepare and submit monthly program reports to the Executive Director
• To participate in management and staff meetings and relevant training opportunities
• To be the lead contact for 382/386 building, related to maintenance needs
• To attend community events and meetings and to sit on community committees as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned, consistent with this job description and approved by Centre policies, procedures, and Executive Director

Job Status: Permanent, Full Time - 37.5 hours a week (Monday to Friday 8:30 – 4:30pm)
Salary Range: $23 - $32 per hour ($44,850 - $62,400)
Closing Date: Friday, June 15th at noon

Resumes and a cover letter may be submitted by email, mail, fax, or in person to:

Cynthia Drebot, Executive Director
North End Women’s Centre
394 Selkirk Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R2W 2M2
Fax: 204-586-9476
Email: cynthia at newcentre.org