JOB POSTING: Community Animator

We are a small and multi-faceted team in an organization with more than a century of working to better the lives of Winnipeggers through progressive and evidenced based community development. Our research and initiatives are geared towards empowering individuals and communities. Our vision is for a sustainable community that is just, equitable and caring.

Overall Function:

The community animator is responsible for providing comprehensive coordination, organizational support, research and policy analysis services to the Social Planning Council of Winnipeg, partner agencies and community stakeholders.

Individual candidate combinations of experience, areas of expertise and education will be considered. A commitment to the mission, vision and values of the organization is essential.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ø Provide strategic leadership and support to community organizations and coalitions to develop their capacity to advocate and promote social development

Ø Monitor, analyze and evaluate relevant social policies, programs, services and needs

Ø Prepared to interpret government policies and formulate alternatives

Ø Provide public communications support through social and traditional media platforms (i.e..: traditional opinion pieces as well as social media campaign contributions)

Ø Provide research, data analysis, training and project support to SPCW partner coalitions to ensure advocacy efforts are as successful as possible

Ø Contribute to SPCW publications, workshops, consultations and presentations

Ø Supervise students and interns in their placement at SPCW when needed

Ø Collaborate with colleagues locally and nationally on joint projects/campaigns

Ø Support other SPCW staff and volunteers on projects and programs as resources allow

Ø Plan and implement projects as assigned by the SPCW Executive Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ø Commitment to social justice (social equity, human rights with firm of the ongoing effect of colonization

Ø Proven ability to work on individual and group projects

Ø Strong facilitation and presentation skills

Ø Strong understanding of the social, economic and political environment of Winnipeg, as well as at the provincial and federal level, particularly on poverty related issues and root causes

Ø Familiarity with Social Policy Simulation Database and Model (SPSD/M) or similar an asset

Ø Some understanding of both the strength and weaknesses of some of the various levels of government and departments that contribute to the social safety network

Ø Post-secondary education in a related field (i.e.: human rights, social work, conflict resolution, sociology, political science etc.). NB: A degree may be preferred but a combination of education and life experience will be considered

Ø Experience in policy and research development

Ø Experience in the development and management of public advocacy campaigns including using various social media platforms an asset

Ø Experience working with a diversity of individuals and community organizations;

Ø Proven strong communication skills – verbal and written;

Ø Proven organizational skills and capabilities to manage multiple projects: and

Ø Familiar with and competent in using basic Microsoft software

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time.

Salary: $55,000 plus MERCs per annum. Benefit plan after 6 months

Vacation: Three weeks a year that expands with years of service

Sick Leave: 18 days a year to a maximum of 90 days.

Supervision: Executive director Kate Kehler

As a social justice organization, SPCW is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to be representative of the communities we serve. As such, candidates are encouraged to self-identify in your cover letter if you are a member of a traditionally excluded community.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Kate Kehler at kkehler@spcw.mb.ca by January 20th, 2024. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

JOB POSTING: Office Manager

We are a small and multi-faceted team in an organization with more than a century of working to better the lives of Winnipeggers through progressive and evidenced based community development. Our research and initiatives are geared towards empowering individuals and communities. Our vision is for a sustainable community that is just, equitable and caring.

Overall function:

Senior management role with the primary responsibility of managing office administrative duties.

These will include some bookkeeping and finance work but with training and oversight by third

party organization. Maintenance of office documents, personnel records, contracts etc… Oversight and maintenance of the general day-to-day office operations (equipment and supply maintenance etc..).

Qualifications:

Individual candidate combinations of experience and education will be considered based on the current needs of the organization. A commitment to the mission, vision and values of the organization is essential.

Ø Accounting/financial management experience. Familiarity with Quickbooks an asset but training is available

Ø Office management expertise (ie.: procurement and ensuring maintenance of office equipment, office supplies etc)

Ø Highly organized and adaptable with the ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail

Ø Demonstrated history of self-motivation, accountability and professionalism

Ø Experience working or volunteering with cross-cultural teams and community members an asset

Ø Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Access and Publisher in order to assist colleagues an asset)

Ø Familiarity with website and social media management/maintenance an asset

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time. Limited flexibility in working from home or office.

Salary: $50,000 to $55,000, depending on qualifications, plus MERCs per annum. Benefit plan after 6 months

Vacation: Three weeks a year which expands over years of service

Health Days: 18 days a year to a maximum of 90 days.

Supervision: Executive director Kate Kehler

As a social justice organization, SPCW is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to be representative of the communities we serve. As such, candidates are encouraged to self-identify in your cover letter if you are a member of a traditionally excluded community.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Kate Kehler at kkehler@spcw.mb.ca by January 20th, 2025. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Thank you!