Community Connector - London, Canada - City of London

City of London

Verified Company

London, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Close Date:
May 02, 2024
File Number:1171

Service Area:
Neighbourhood and Community-Wide Services

Division:
Community Development and Grants

Employee Group:
Casual

Job Type:
Casual

Number of Openings: 1

Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, Neighbourhood Development and Support, the Indigenous Community Connector will help improve outreach and engagement efforts with communities historically underrepresented in the civic process and decisions that impact their community.

Role:

This casual position works as part of a team in the community and supports the development and implementation of the Neighbourhood Decision Making program and other projects across the City of London.

Responsibilities:

Support City staff in designing and undertaking comprehensive and effective outreach and marketing, including in person and virtual engagement strategies.
Engage in twoway conversations with residents that will increase awareness of City projects and gather important feedback and concerns that will help inform and shape City initiatives.
Provide support with translation as required or appropriate.
Prepare presentations, speaking and briefing notes, and develop other related materials as requested.
Make presentations to residents and community groups.
Demonstrate commitment to antiracism, antioppression and human rights through practices and interactions with community partners, employees, and individuals and support programs and initiatives that reflect this commitment.
Demonstrate commitment and adherence to Health and Safety legislation and programs; actively promote a culture of safety.
Attend evening and weekend functions/events, as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Grade 12 or higher education or equivalent combination of education and related professional and lived community experience.
A Vulnerable Sector Police Screening required prior to starting work
G2 or G Driver's License
Access to a vehicle to transport equipment up to 20 pounds and travel to parks and facilities throughout London (mileage is reimbursed)

Skills and Abilities:

Written and oral fluency in English
Fluency in a second language is an asset.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to seek and form new relationships.
Experience with community engagement and outreach
Knowledge of issues impacting equity seeking populations (including antioppression, antidiscrimination, decolonization, antiracism, xenophobia, ableism, etc.)
Fosters an environment where people feel welcomed and included.
Preference for people who live in London and have existing community connections.
Excellent customer service skills
Proficient with social media platforms
Strong effective verbal and written, communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Motivated selfstarter and willing to take initiative.
Creative, confident, positive, and enthusiastic
A willingness to embrace inclusion, empowerment, and transparency.
Able to work independently with mínimal supervision and make independent judgments based on a variety of situations.

Other Information:

This is a parttime, contract position for up to 20 hours per week.
Shift availability varies depending on community engagement opportunities. The number of shifts available in a week fluctuate from no shifts to up to 20 hours. Availability is requested one month in advance.
Inperson role with occasional virtual meetings
Applicants are encouraged to submit a Cover Letter detailing their professional and/or personal experience as it relates to this role
Rate of pay $21.00/hour

**As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need.