South Markham Community Action Table - Scarborough, Canada - Agincourt Community Services Association

Agincourt Community Services Association

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Scarborough, Canada

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Description

Job Title:
South Markham Community Action Table (CAT) Project Assistant

Contract Part Time position (14 hours per week with possibility of additional hours)

Contract Start date:
February 6, 2023;
Contract End date: December 31st, 2023

Reports to:
South Markham CAT Coordinator and South Markham CAT

DEADLINE TO APPLY:
February 3, 2023

Lead Organizations
The South Markham Community Action Table is co-led by Agincourt Community Services Association (ACSA) and Social Services Network (SSN). ACSA is a nonprofit, multi service agency addressing needs and empowering children, youth, newcomers, homeless, and otherwise underserved communities. Social Services Network (SSN) delivers programs and services to older adults and seniors.

As a not-for-profit organization, SSN's objective is to create an inclusive society where the dignity of our aging population is maintained through promotion of independence, social inclusion, and volunteerism.

The position will be hired through ACSA, as ACSA is the current contract holder.

Summary of Job Functions

We are seeking a dynamic and proactive individual to assist the work and initiatives of the South-Central Markham Community Action Table (SMCAT).

CATs are community-driven, collaborative tables that will inform the Community Safety and Well-Being plan for York region.

CATs are comprised of a broad range of stakeholders that focus on local engagement to address Mental Health and Mental Well-Being and Housing Stability in South-Central Markham.

The project assistant will be mainly responsible for supporting the CAT Coordinator with administrative and communications duties, while providing additional presence and support at events and meetings.

Duties include

Work closely with the Project Coordinator to support South Markham Community Action Table meetings, events, initiatives and progress to maximize productivity
Organize and monitor schedules, meetings and events
Support minutetaking and communications to the SMCAT where appropriate
Supporting content creation and communications on social media
Support the recordkeeping, tracking and administrative duties for the South Markham CAT Coordinator
Report updates and progress verbally and in written form
Support transition and collaboration between South Markham Community Action Table initiatives and Quick Action Grants initiatives
Collaborate with the entire South Markham Community Action Table team to contribute to the different events and initiatives when necessary
Attend events and meetings in lieu of South Markham CAT Coordinator when necessary/appropriate

Additional Duties

Must be available for some evening and weekend work, as required
Other duties as identified by ACSA, Social Services Network and SMCAT
Protects own health and health of others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately. Follows all guidelines for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and/or education in project management, community development or administration or related fields
Experience working at a grassroots level in a community and conducting on the ground engagement
Experience working with agencies and residents in York Region, the South Markham area in particular, is an asset
Experience in a community planning process that has brought residents and agencies together
Experience in social media campaigning and using social media as a community organizing tool
Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision
Ability to exercise good judgment
Is able to work using online platforms (I.e. Google Drive, Microsoft Teams, Zoom) for remote engagement with key stakeholders of the project
An understanding of working collaboratively and building partnerships with community
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work with diverse populations
Strong communication skills (oral and written)
Available to work occasional weeknights and weekends
Must be comfortable in a mobile position that will work from multiple locations and in the community
Must provide a vulnerable sector check
Has access to own laptop or computer
Must have reliable internet connection for frequent online work
Speaking a second language (i.e. Mandarin, Cantonese, Tamil) is an asset

ACSA is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community.

We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and/or persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position. However, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract

Schedule: