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Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project
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; o1 Z, \; ~7 D& r5 WPosition: 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. M; y! j4 R; J) g: k4 B
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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. + U. `: i2 b0 O c! t# e7 z8 B- P! F
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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.
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2 Q- o' z. B) Q' B6 PEducation & 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. 4 Y% R) n* h) v2 C" V+ v
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Other 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. C/ F2 K" P4 l8 u; ?& p) R0 c
& w3 `! O j/ w# fTO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letter in confidence to:6 d( N9 X' i" p n1 c/ B
Carla Rugg / E: communityactionproject1@gmail.com
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PS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted. |
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