Project Coordinator - Toronto, Canada - Legal Aid Ontario

Legal Aid Ontario

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Company Bio

Legal Aid Ontario employees are committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients.
As an integral partner in the Justice system, working at Legal Aid Ontario is more than just a job.

It's an opportunity to help people who need it the most; to ensure each client receives the access to justice afforded to them under the law.

If you are looking for a new challenge in your already meaningful career with a team dedicated to justice, and innovation in a flexible and supportive work environment consider this opportunity below.

Primary function
Lead the administration of LAO's Test Case program, Second Chair program, and Mental Health Appeals program.

Home Location:
Provincial Office - Toronto

Secondary/Other Locations:
Not applicable

Reports to:
Special Advisor

Key accountabilities

Knowledge of the goals and objectives of LAO's Test Case program and processes
Knowledge of the goals and objective of LAO's Second Chair program and processes
Knowledge of the goals and objectives of LAO's Mental Health Appeals program and processes
Creating and maintaining efficient electronic and paper filing systems
Calendar management, including booking meetings, preparing agendas, and other materials as required
Preparing a variety of correspondence, reports and presentations as requested.
Working with the Special Advisor (Policy), to regularly report on and evaluate the Test Case, Second Chair and Mental Health Appeals programs, highlighting accomplishments, issues and risks, and identifying and prioritizing changes necessary.
Working with the Special Advisor (Policy) to develop effective and costefficient relationships with other LAO departments, lawyers (staff and private bar), and justice partners (MAG, and the Judiciary) to support the Test Case, Second Chair and Mental Health Appeals programs.
Knowledge of LAO's core client strategies and their relevance to LAO's Test Case, Second Chair and Mental Health Appeals programs
Respond to the ongoing needs of the Policy department as required.

Required skills & experience

Knowledge and appreciation of LAO's Test Case, Second Chair, and Mental Health Appeals program
Working knowledge of LAO's intake and authorization systems and Peoplesoft
Ability to effectively prioritize competing issues
Excellent oral and written, presentation communication skills
Skilled in setting agendas, recording and preparing minutes for meetings.
Excellent communications, interpersonal and organizational skills
Experience in prioritizing and managing own workflow to ensure quality and efficiency
Solid knowledge of LAO services and structure or other public service experience is an asset
Exceptional administrative and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to use latest communication technologies
Must have intermediate knowledge of the following Microsoft programs; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Teams.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work with mínimal supervision, exercise good judgment and discretion.

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Equity Statement

Building a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve while promoting a safe culture and work environment that dismantles systemic barriers, welcomes fresh perspectives and embraces differences as a priority is a core value at LAO.

LAO encourages applicants from equity-seeking groups, including but not limited to individuals who are First Nations, Inuit or Métis, Black and racialized, as well as persons with disabilities, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

We recognize the value of equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to addressing systemic barriers, and prioritizing, attracting and retaining diverse staff.

All interested and eligible people will be considered, with due consideration to all protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Legal Aid Ontario values integrity, respect, responsiveness, excellence, independence, accountability, openness and consistency. Our recruitment process reflects our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process as well as during employment at LAO. Please direct any accommodation requests to our recruitment team.