Community Organizer

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Employment Opportunity / Community Action Project

0 ?4 Y" O6 a- S5 D, Z4 L+ h+ |! TPosition: 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.

1 x9 n, E2 W" T  n' f; YPosition 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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6 N& k" u) T) B0 z" GPLUS: 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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. B. o+ ]3 L5 x, \: _' ^) o; Y/ GEducation & 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.

. w1 @9 a( W! f1 E5 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.

. B0 {- N. t" RTO APPLY - Submit CV & cover letter in confidence to:
  i/ j/ C+ d  {1 b: j. d/ rCarla Rugg / E: communityactionproject1@gmail.com
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# j7 n; m' n! [PS. We thank all applicants. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.