Community Organizer

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Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project
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! c# [/ J  O/ k& r" `  i: w% A% @- z: 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.

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.

) I+ G3 P+ w0 T& X8 i7 x; t, dEducation & 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.

' _7 N" A# D  u- MOther 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:
5 L' v# b: {' v1 V4 E8 `% CCarla Rugg / E: communityactionproject1@gmail.com

( Y& Q6 Y( a$ b( |7 @; ?3 oPS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.