Program Coordinator

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Employment Opportunity:
. Z' c, ?8 V* x: AAction for Healthy Communities Society of Edmonton
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8 ]% G5 F7 {& i* \Position: Program Coordinator / Terms: 37.5 hrs per week.
6 U( z- o! Y8 c; [6 F" y8 @Compensation: Negotiable (based on experience/education)
  f% \! r& X3 v! l/ w/ fClosing Date: Open until suitable candidate is found.  
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3 {& a7 j& r; K! ~9 P$ `' h& yPosition Abstract: The Program Coordinator works with a staff team to offer a variety of training opportunities for people to increase their capacity to build healthier lives in healthier communities.
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% a) O! T( e" ~- b" G$ ^# M; r! b& WThe process involves, but is not limited to, organize/coordinate a variety of community workshops & activities; support people to create, run and sustain community initiatives; support ethno-cultural organizations to strengthen their ability to offer services to their communities; organize and coordinate youth, seniors, and adults dialogues and organize community building events.

" S- v& `. \4 U* a& _& ?, LThe successful candidate will work with collaborators and partners to address issues that affect community health and wellbeing. This individual will also work in collaboration with other AHC staff to promote and strengthened the program, accessing the resources needed to consistently respond to community issues. The Ideal Candidate: we are seeking someone with an educational background in Social Services, combined with a minimum of 3 yrs experience coordinating programs and working within a community, as well as with diverse groups of people.
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The successful candidate will demonstrate self-initiative; have a genuine interest in working with people facing multiple barriers, possess strong awareness of social needs, experience using participatory approaches to define issues and find solutions, and have a strong desire to become involved in addressing community issues. We are looking for someone who has knowledge of the resources available within our city and the ability to ensure program participants use it. Other Requirements: Criminal Record Check & A valid driver's license + a vehicle.
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TO APPLY - Submit CV/cover letter in confidence to:
9 Q' O  r; i9 K& P* dEmail: actionma4@shawbiz.ca / No phone calls, please.
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