Community Organizer

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Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project

+ ]5 j3 o- A& A* p: I9 M; MPosition: 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.

PLUS: 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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# @+ R4 O$ ^& u' D( TEducation & 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.

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.

+ R- H( J, q* L+ }; b' |+ l0 d9 |TO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letter in confidence to:
. f4 y0 ?  Q0 M# q1 ]Carla Rugg / E: communityactionproject1@gmail.com

" V8 C2 V- C) Y/ D) fPS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.