Sogi 1 2 3 Lead - Vancouver, Canada - ARC Foundation

Description

Reporting to the Regional Program Manager, SOGI 1 2 3, the SOGI 1 2 3 Lead - BC will manage the implementation of SOGI 1 2 3 in BC including the SOGI Educator Network, resource development, and special projects to facilitate the sharing the expertise on SOGI-inclusive education across the province.

Position Type:
Full time, permanent.


Location:
ARC Foundation's Vancouver office, or reporting remotely from elsewhere in BC


Reports to:
Regional Program Manager


Compensation Range:
$65,000 to $72,000 per year depending on skills and experience. A benefits package is also offered.


Approximate Start Date:
March 15, 2024 or once position is filled


ABOUT ARC FOUNDATION
ARC Foundation was founded in 2007 to build Awareness, Respect and Capacity through education.

ARC Foundation's vision is a world where children and youth of all sexual orientations and gender identities live authentic lives.

ARC Foundation is the registered charity behind SOGI 1 2 3, an inclusive education program that equips educators with tools and resources for supporting 2SLGBTQ+ students and creating safe and inclusive school environments for all students.

ARC facilitates the delivery of SOGI 1 2 3 in BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick, and the Yukon and is working to further expand its services to other parts of Canada.

MAIN FUNCTIONS

The SOGI 1 2 3 Lead - BC will manage the implementation of SOGI 1 2 3 including the SOGI Educator Network and resource development, alongside functions such as communications, reporting and evaluation.

The SOGI 1 2 3 Lead - BC will work closely with the SOGI 1 2 3 program team, the broader ARC Foundation national team and BC SOGI Leads participating in the provincial SOGI Educator Network.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Work with the Regional Program Manager, SOGI 1 2 3 to set provincial program strategy for BC.
• Prepare, monitor and deliver an annual operational plan to ensure timelines are met.
• Lead the BC SOGI Educator Network, including communications, regional meetings and activities, maintaining engagement and ensuring the timely sharing of information.
• Facilitate the sharing of SOGI expertise across schools and districts.
• Provide guidance, coaching and issue resolution support to District SOGI Leads and to SOGI School Leads in First Nations and independent schools.
• Deliver the provincial SOGI 1 2 3 evaluation process, including surveys, interviews, analysis and reports.
• Coordinate provincial reporting to ensure flow of information between the SOGI Educator Network, provincial SOGI 1 2 3 team and national ARC Foundation team.
• Support the peertopeer network's development and delivery of content for SOGI District Lead and SOGI School Lead presentations and training throughout the year.
• Work alongside ARC Foundation team members to develop and maintain strong relationships with provincial and local education and 2SLGBTQ+ community organizations.
• Recruit, train and lead a team of provincial volunteers to support various aspects of programming.
• Lead or support projects and initiatives that will expand or improve upon program offerings across the province.
• Support ARC Foundation's fundraising activities, particularly those involving BCfocused initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor's degree and five or more years' experience in complex program leadership, ideally in a notforprofit environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience is also applicable.
• Knowledgeable about the context, initiatives and/or programs pertaining to sexual orientation and gender identity in BC.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships with senior level leaders.
• Confident working with a wide range of social groups.
• A collaborative style which values connecting people, both in the community and within organizations.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and infield approach to building community capacity.
• A strong interest in creating systemic change to support students of all sexual orientations and gender identities; preference may be given to those with lived experience within the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
• Experience and/or training in the K12 Education sector an asset.

THE FINER DETAILS

• This is a permanent position; 1.0 FTE at 37.5 hours per week
• The SOGI 1 2 3 Lead
• BC must be based in BC and could work either as a fully remote employee, or have access to ARC Foundation's head office in Vancouver, BC
• Some travel within BC will be expected.

WHAT WE OFFER

• The opportunity to create real, impactful systemic change while shaping an innovative operations and workforce model.
• A role within a strong and robust team that is focused on growing both a program and an organization.

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A salary range of $65,000 to $72,000 per year depending on skills and experience. A benefits package is also offered.

NOTE:
Some duties will require availability at specific times during the work week, and different t