Community Organizer

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Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project
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4 u( c8 |. @- bPosition: 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.
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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.

" m' e# Z- A$ M# }# z/ g0 KPLUS: 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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5 m* q1 Y9 Q* Z  j& yEducation & 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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" u5 G6 y  z' Q7 `2 M# D) oOther 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.

" S; r, g* `* MTO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letter in confidence to:
7 R4 u7 w9 O& B7 c6 \5 PCarla Rugg / E: communityactionproject1@gmail.com

. T0 O+ F- Y: ^; ?! P3 m) i* wPS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.