Community Organizer

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Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project

% J+ ]9 t  J" Q! J. F' ~& `& |/ {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.
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8 ~% Z1 i! Q/ V% `; BPosition 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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; R& y. P! L5 X0 ^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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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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, `3 l* R2 h2 M7 [; aOther 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# z+ }- C% P) XTO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letter in confidence to:
0 F+ s& B- L1 R' w( @6 RCarla Rugg / E: communityactionproject1@gmail.com

PS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.