Job Overview
The Systems Change Coordinator focuses on community development through a system change approach to promote social justice, equity, and anti-racism. This role involves connecting with community members, staff, volunteers, organizations, and government to build capacity and amplify diverse voices, including Indigenous, Black, and racialized communities; immigrants; newcomers; people with differing abilities; LGBTQIA2S+ individuals; women and femmes; and seniors, fostering resilience and social innovation.
Skills & Qualifications
- Relevant experience in systems change, anti-oppression, community development or a related education background, preference for degrees in Community Development, Sociology, or Social Services.
- Solid understanding and application of systems change and community engagement frameworks.
- Commitment to anti-racism, social justice, equity, inclusion, and policy development.
- Proven experience in programming, outreach, evaluation, and multi-project coordination.
- Familiarity with literacy programming and community committee engagement.
- Strong facilitation skills for both in-person and online settings, especially in anti-racism work.
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English, plus organizational and administrative expertise.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, agency and self-awareness, with a proven ability to cultivate inclusive and welcoming community environments. Highly adaptable and proactive, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
- Provide Satisfactory Criminal Record Search.
- Attitudes and values align with the mission and vision of CNH
Assets
- Knowledge of Renfrew-Collingwood resources and networks; residency in the neighborhood is a plus.
- Proficiency in additional language(s).
- BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
- Competency with online platforms like Teams, MS Office, Canva and Mailchimp.
Program Delivery
- Plan, promote and implement programs and special events, including healing circles, anti-racism, and literacy programs.
- Advocate for the anti-racism policy at CNH and directly support related trainings for staff.
- Coordinate community committees, including the Renfrew-Collingwood Anti-Racism Committee, Queer in Collingwood Committee, and Literacy Task Group.
- Recruit and support volunteers for programs and committees in collaboration with the Volunteering Program manager.
- Engage and assess the needs of community by town hall meetings and feedback sessions.
- Support neighborhood resiliency and social innovation through asset mapping.
- Participate in community network meetings and build up partnerships with community stakeholders and funders, including Resilience BC and Literacy Network.
- Work alongside managers and staff to ensure all programs delivered are accessible, welcoming, safe and inclusive.
Administration and Finance
- Maintain program and financial records, including attendance, receipts, surveys, statistics, and participant stories, for evaluation and growth.
- Assist with grants researching to explore opportunities for sustained program delivery.
Job Details
- Salary: $25.85/hr with progression and benefits that includes extended health and dental.
- Schedule: 20 hrs per week. Preferred availability on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday depending on the work schedule. The schedule may include some evenings and weekends.
- Location: CNH main site (5288 Joyce St.) and CNH Annex (3690 Vanness Ave).
- Expected Start Date: January 14, 2025.
- This is a unionized position covered by a Collective Agreement with CUPE Local 1936.
Application Process
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, CNH will not consider your job application. As per the Collingwood Neighbourhood House Human Resources Policies and Procedures, all factors being equal, priority will be given to qualified local and internal applicants. We encourage applicants with lived experience of structural inequity to apply, and those who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, LGBTQIA2S+, and those living with a visible or invisible disability.
PLEASE SUBMIT A COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO:
Carol Mendes
Arts, Culture, and Celebrations Manager
Collingwood Neighbourhood House
5288 Joyce Street, Vancouver, BC, V5R 6C9
Email: cmendes@cnh.bc.ca
Please quote reference #CD07-24-01
CLOSING DATE: Monday, December 9, 2024
APPLICATIONS WITHOUT A COVER LETTER WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
We thank all individuals who apply for this position and will be contacting shortlisted candidates directly.
No phone calls please.