Manager - Community Engagement - Jobs in Charlottetown, PE

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Manager – Community EngagementFull-Time Term Position through March 31, 2023*Salary: $28.14 per hour, 37.5 hours per weekCharlottetown, PE*Renewable April 1st each year subject to program fundingImmigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI (IRSA) acknowledges that we are located on the traditional and unceded territory of Abegweit Mi’kmaq First Nation and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.Immigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI (IRSA), a not-for-profit organization originally founded in 1993, is seeking a Manager – Community Engagement to join us on our mission of building a welcoming and inclusive environment through bringing diverse communities together and empowering newcomers to build a future in PEI.We help all newly landed immigrants and newcomers to Canada through providing vital support in the areas of short-term settlement services, long-term inclusion and community integration programs in the province of Prince Edward Island.At IRSA, as an organization and as a team, we are guided by our core values of respect, empathy, diversity, integrity, accountability, innovation and team work in all that we do.Why Join IRSAYou’ll have an impact, making a difference in the lives and livelihoods of newcomers to Prince Edward Island, enriching our local communities through diverse, inclusive and welcoming programming, while having fun and lead a team of like-minded individuals in the process!

• Market Competitive Wages
• Matching Group RRSP program up to 5%
• Group Health Benefits
• Generous Time-Off programs for work-life balance

How You’ll Spend Your TimeAs Manager – Community Engagement, you will be primarily focused on making connections between newcomers and the established Island community through events, meetings, and other activities; and to lead the Community Engagement Team whose programs forward this work. Working with our Director of Programs and your Community Engagement Team (CET), you will plan, organize, budget, and manage the Association’s major community activities as well as developing and maintaining strategic partnerships.

• Leads program development that promotes newcomer success, retention, wellness and a strong sense of community and involvement, leading, supporting and directing Community Engagement Team (CET) in implementation and coordination of programming
• Monitors and evaluates team member program implementation initiatives, ensuring team members are meeting objectives through program deliverables within budget and are reflective of IRSA’s objectives
• Identifies immediate and emerging client needs as well as trends for community engagement programs, leading CET in developing strategies and programming to ensure IRSA is responsive to current and emerging trends
• In collaboration with CET members, lead the exploration of opportunities to engage IRSA clients and surrounding communities
• Leads, coaches, mentors and provides support to CET, scheduling and chairing team meetings, setting and approving team member schedules to maximize program delivery, leading team member progress and development processes while inspiring and engaging team to reach their full potential
• Leads onboarding, training and development of new and existing CET members, supporting recruitment and hiring processes as they relate to CET
• Monitors, evaluates and reports on program measurables to Director of Programs, Executive Director, Board of Directors and funding partners, assisting with program funding applications
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders on the development of strategic direction to support initiatives for IRSA
• Develops strong partnerships with cross-functional IRSA departments to promote participation, engagement and wellness opportunities while supporting other departmental units programming as well
• Supports, develops and enhances partnerships with community organizations, business, governmental agencies, ethno-cultural organizations and events that support newcomer integration and IRSA programs
• Leads and encourages CET participation in networking and community events, promoting participation of IRSA clients
• Supports working relationships between CET members and other internal and external partners for overall IRSA program delivery
• Leads IRSA event planning, developing project plans, chairing planning meetings, engaging CET to implement event plans through delegation of responsibilities within CET and supporting teams, establishing and managing event budget, timelines, milestones and ensuring success through regular monitoring, progress meetings and follow-up
• Regularly review program and events as part of continual improvement process, work with CET to develop and implement follow-up action plans
• Leads CET on development and distribution of content for IRSA website, social media and digital marketing, as well as communications regarding community engagement events and programming that maximizes the reach and reputation of IRSA, in conjunction with Information Services Coordinator and Director of Programs

What You’ll Bring

• You have a post-secondary degree or diploma in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or related disciplines, with 3 to 5 years experience in communications and/or community engagement or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• You have experience leading people, providing direction, coaching, mentorship and support
• Experience in facilitating and/or developing and implementing community programs and strategies
• A background of working with the public and proven ability to establish rapport with stakeholders at all levels
• You are an effective communicator in the English language, with excellent written and verbal communication skills, confident in public speaking and presentation settings – ability to communicate in languages other than English would be considered a strong asset
• A strong working knowledge of challenges and issues facing newcomer population, networks and support organizations
• A demonstrated ability to effectively lead program initiatives, experience designing and leading events and projects, tracking and managing budgets
• You are computer proficient, experience working with MS Office applications, social media and Google applications, experience working with a Content Management System (CMS) would be considered an asset
• Flexibility, you are adept at leading and managing change
• You have an attention for detail, focusing on client experience without losing site of the bigger picture

How to ApplyPlease submit a resume and covering letter quoting the job title in the email subject field, or drop your application off in person to IRSA PEI – 49 Water Street, Charlottetown, PE.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.IRSA PEI is committed to an equitable, diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, members of visible minority groups, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and IRSA to apply.Job Type: Fixed term contractContract length: 9 monthsSalary: $28.14 per hourSchedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Charlottetown, PE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Leadership: 1 year (preferred)

Application deadline: 2022-07-31Quick Apply

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