Community Organizer

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Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project
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6 V0 n% J/ ~+ X/ Q; [Position: Community Organizer / Location: Edmonton / Terms: work hours are flexible & variable with some requirement to attend evening and occasionally, weekend meetings / Salary: competitive / Closing Date: August 22, 2008.

Position Abstract: as a community organizer you will be responsible for providing training to residents of an inner city community who are actively involved in creating strategies for a healthier neighbourhood. Working towards ensuring wide participation by residents/organizations in the local community you will assist in reinforcing inclusivity.

3 A: y1 F3 X! [8 K& kPLUS: a capable advocate for alternative dispute resolution, you will liaise between the community and elected officials/municipal administration, assisting in the development of a strong working relationship between these groups.

# m' }1 Z1 U9 k6 J6 v7 GEducation & Experience: the position calls for an individual with education in the humanities or related field + 2 years experience in the field of community organizing. Special interest in ecological literacy and sustainable communities will be an asset.

& X) y+ r7 h, S0 q, z  tOther Skills: the successful candidate will have a strong background in building group capacity & seeing projects through to completion. There is a significant element of research and an opportunity for creativity in assisting residents to address community challenges. Working in a non profit environment will mean that experience in sourcing/writing grant proposals is an asset.

' e" ~; C8 R% p5 y1 ?3 sTO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letter in confidence to:
7 e& V  ]0 l  F; V" P$ \/ @Carla Rugg / E: communityactionproject1@gmail.com

; r* o) y( X* T5 B4 \1 l( pPS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.