Community Organizer

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Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project
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% U  B9 Z1 s! j$ a, O, Z4 R! d& }Position: Community Organizer / Location: Edmonton / Terms: work hours are flexible & variable with some requirement to attend evening and occasionally, weekend meetings / Salary: competitive / Closing Date: August 22, 2008.

Position Abstract: as a community organizer you will be responsible for providing training to residents of an inner city community who are actively involved in creating strategies for a healthier neighbourhood. Working towards ensuring wide participation by residents/organizations in the local community you will assist in reinforcing inclusivity.
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- m8 K+ S7 b- m  g( O+ Z5 |8 jPLUS: a capable advocate for alternative dispute resolution, you will liaise between the community and elected officials/municipal administration, assisting in the development of a strong working relationship between these groups.
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Education & Experience: the position calls for an individual with education in the humanities or related field + 2 years experience in the field of community organizing. Special interest in ecological literacy and sustainable communities will be an asset.
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Other Skills: the successful candidate will have a strong background in building group capacity & seeing projects through to completion. There is a significant element of research and an opportunity for creativity in assisting residents to address community challenges. Working in a non profit environment will mean that experience in sourcing/writing grant proposals is an asset.

TO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letter in confidence to:
2 i+ I4 o5 T- lCarla Rugg / E: communityactionproject1@gmail.com
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& [5 b6 `6 K8 jPS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.