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Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project3 c5 f+ M% F: X: _# W* O8 y+ N. H0 G
% S; r4 z- w2 H/ B) f: `- yPosition: 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.
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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. - _+ [5 p7 D3 _0 f' k. q% z0 \( V# _; S
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PLUS: 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. : h4 ^, J2 b1 y5 j
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Education & 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.
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% [0 S7 y3 h2 v1 i0 WOther 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.
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TO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letter in confidence to:$ W& B9 I9 t M: u0 {. \
Carla Rugg / E: communityactionproject1@gmail.com. Z* @$ |" z1 ^" i( t
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PS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted. |
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